Katie Mendat is a passionate therapist dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She focuses her sessions on fostering self-awareness, promoting choice, enhancing problem-solving skills, and setting goals in a caring and empathetic manner. As a licensed clinical mental health counselor supervisor, Katie is committed to assisting her clients in identifying their existing skills and resources while supporting them in strengthening these abilities and promoting personal growth. While some changes may occur quickly, Katie acknowledges that most often, meaningful transformation requires slow, deliberate, and sustained effort, and she looks forward to guiding her clients through this journey of self-exploration and development. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches and modalities—including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Play Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy—Katie addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, trauma, and social skills. She believes that growth requires a non-judgmental environment that balances challenge and support, where all individuals can thrive and learn to navigate life’s challenges successfully. Katie's primary goal is to empower her clients in utilizing their strengths alongside effective therapeutic interventions.