Kate Highsmith, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, understands that the journey to trusting a therapist can be a gradual process. She creates a warm and open environment where clients can unfurl at their own pace. Her ideal clients are those seeking a heart-centered approach to life. Kate excels in working with adults navigating transitional periods, those in long-term recovery, and individuals looking to build more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. She advocates for a strengths-based approach to therapy, empowering her clients to feel like their own therapists after each session. Employing an attachment-informed methodology, she skillfully integrates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients reach their goals. Kate is also trained in CBT for Insomnia and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and she incorporates movement and art as powerful tools to help clients reconnect with their bodies. With a dedication to guiding individuals towards growth and well-being, she is available to answer any questions and determine if her therapeutic style aligns with potential clients' needs.