Kate Schwartz-Frates (Karen Schwartz-Frates)
she/her
About
Kate
Kate has been a licensed psychotherapist in 3 states over 37 years. She is interested in you and curious about your life experiences and what brings you in at this time. Kate is eager to facilitate client growth and progress to improve mental health and quality of life. She uses a combination of therapeutic approaches, including expressive, solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. Kate does not prescribe medications.
In her spare time, Kate enjoys hiking in local mountain areas, walking her pet basset hound, and staying involved in her community.
Kate
treats clients with
ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Psychosis
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Communities
Kate
specializes in
Chronic Illness
Cultural or Racial Identity
Divorce
Family Issues
Grief
Relationships
Role Transitions
Self Esteem
Stress
Work or Careers
Approaches
Kate
can use
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
PTSD/Trauma Treatment
Kate
education and experience
- MSW, Clinical Health/Mental Health Track
- BA in Social Welfare, Minor in Women's Studies and Western Civilizations
- Post Graduate Training in CBT, Psychodynamic and Family Therapy approaches, as well as
- certified Special Education Advocate
- Private practice since 1986
Kate
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