Katrina Carter, LMFT

Therapist in California

Compassionate therapist for stress and self worth

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5 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

Warm collaborative style
Focus on practical steps
Works on relationships

About Katrina

Katrina Carter is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California. She focuses on helping people who are feeling stuck by anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, relationship strain, or the ups and downs of mood and motivation. Katrina aims to create a warm, nonjudgmental space so clients can talk about what matters most to them.

She draws on five years of clinical experience working with people facing life changes and questions of meaning. Sessions are conversational and practical. Katrina helps clients name patterns that get in the way and try small steps that can change day-to-day life.

Many clients bring struggles like shame, isolation, codependency, or trouble with closeness. Katrina also supports people dealing with obsessive or compulsive thoughts, mood disorders, and strong feelings tied to attachment and abandonment. She listens for the story behind symptoms and helps clients test different ways of coping.

Her style emphasizes collaboration and clear goals. Together clients and Katrina set priorities and review progress over time. This makes it easier to notice what’s working and what needs to change.

For practical next steps, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability. Katrina uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and she offers services in English in California.

How Katrina brings proven techniques to online therapy

Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. One common approach involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of interpreting situations to reduce worry and self-criticism. This can help with low self-esteem, anxiety, and depressive moods.

Another useful technique concentrates on behavior change through small, manageable steps. Clients set concrete goals and try out new habits between sessions to build confidence and increase motivation. This method is practical for people struggling with low energy, avoidance, or difficulty making changes.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people choose quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera when that helps them concentrate. Licensed professionals tailor the format and pace to match each client's needs and daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issues CodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessForgiveness Guilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Katrina help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional concerns she addresses include shame, isolation, attachment struggles, codependency, and obsessive or compulsive challenges.

What is her general approach to therapy?

Her sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. She helps clients name unhelpful patterns and try small, practical changes to improve daily life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Katrina has five years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, relationship, and self-esteem concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) licensed in California and practices there.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients and works with people located in California.

How does pricing and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.