Kathryne Koahou, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for trauma and recovery
- Trauma and addiction
- Anxiety and depression
- Grief and loss
About Kathryne Koahou
Kathryne Koahou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah with three years of clinical experience supporting clients across the lifespan. As an LCSW - a mental health professional trained to provide psychotherapy and clinical social work services - she has focused her practice on trauma, substance use disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Her work also includes helping people manage stress, cope with grief and loss, heal from traumatic experiences, and navigate the challenges of addiction and recovery.
Kathryne’s therapeutic stance centers on empathy, respect, and collaboration. She meets clients where they are and adapts treatment to fit each person’s unique needs and goals. She brings specialty training in EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT, and ketamine integration therapy to her practice, offering a range of evidence-informed tools to support processing difficult experiences, improving emotion regulation, and strengthening resilience.
Clients often seek her support for issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, dissociation, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose. She approaches this work with a compassionate, nonjudgmental manner and a focus on practical strategies for coping and growth. She is not currently accepting clients. When she is accepting clients, she requires that they be located in the state of Utah.
Kathryne’s therapeutic stance centers on empathy, respect, and collaboration. She meets clients where they are and adapts treatment to fit each person’s unique needs and goals. She brings specialty training in EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT, and ketamine integration therapy to her practice, offering a range of evidence-informed tools to support processing difficult experiences, improving emotion regulation, and strengthening resilience.
Clients often seek her support for issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, dissociation, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose. She approaches this work with a compassionate, nonjudgmental manner and a focus on practical strategies for coping and growth. She is not currently accepting clients. When she is accepting clients, she requires that they be located in the state of Utah.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kathryne Koahou have?
She has three years of professional experience providing clinical social work and psychotherapy.
Is Kathryne Koahou a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: UT LCSW 13398242-3501.
In which languages does Kathryne Koahou provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kathryne Koahou located?
She is located in Utah.
How can I work with Kathryne Koahou as my therapist?
You can work with Kathryne Koahou through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kathryne Koahou work with international clients?
Kathryne Koahou does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kathryne Koahou cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kathryne often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her work. ACT emphasizes accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - an approach that can support people facing anxiety, depression, and stress by helping them live in line with what matters to them. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, which can be useful for mood disorders, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. DBT teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it a practical option for intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kathryne takes a collaborative stance. She works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life context, and together they decide which techniques and strategies are the best fit for the client’s needs.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to connect from home, during breaks at work, or while traveling within the same state. For many people, remote options make it easier to maintain consistent care, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and access licensed professionals who can provide ongoing support and tools for managing symptoms and building resilience.