Supervised by Angela Reed, LMFT - Resident in Counseling
Catalina Kraft
Supervised by Angela Reed, LMFT
Resident in Counseling
22 specialities
Accepts insurance
Telehealth appointments throughout
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Catalina Kraft
Catalina Kraft (she/her) is a Resident in Counseling and a National Certified Counselor based in Virginia. She has her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Doctorate in Counselor Education. Outside of her clinical work, Catalina enjoys crocheting, reading, and spending time with her two beloved cats.
A significant breakthrough that I had with a client was when I helped to normalize her experience. Oftentimes, clients can feel isolated in their experiences, especially ones that cause pain. However, I was able to provide the client with resources (e.g., books, support groups) to show her that she was not alone and that healing was possible. This gave the client hope that a better future was possible.
I aim to create an inclusive and safe space for my clients via culturally sensitive practices. You are the expert of your own life, and I will work with you via an integrative approach by using techniques tailored to your unique needs. I will work with you to co-create goals based on your needs, and I facilitate change and growth through empathy, engagement, collaboration, and connection.
The first session looks different than most sessions! This is a time for me to get to know the client more, so I tend to ask a lot of questions. My focus is to understand why the client is coming to therapy (e.g.,presenting problem, symptoms) AND who the client is as a person (e.g., background, interests). The first session also provides the client with the opportunity to get to know my personality and therapy style to determine if we are a good match.
I am motivated to be a therapist because I want to provide safe spaces and healing to diverse individuals. Bad therapy is real - I want to help decrease clients' negative experiences by filling the therapy world with inclusivity and empathy for all!
Highlights
Catalina Kraft, Resident in Counseling, is under the clinical supervision of Angela Reed, LMFT, 2340 Commonwealth Dr. Ste 0101 Charlottesville, VA 22901, 434-214-6556, while obtaining supervised post-master’s degree experience per the laws and regulations governing the practice of Professional Counseling.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Clients will experience active listening, empathy, and validation. Through our sessions, clients will learn skills and strategies to achieve their goals. Clients are in charge of their therapeutic journey, and I am here to help facilitate the process.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology & Solution-Focused Therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my biggest strengths is my dedication to creating a safe space via my genuineness, openness, and warmth. These qualities are the foundation of my therapeutic approach and serve to increase rapport.
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