“I started my career working in an inpatient psychiatric unit, where I was able to help people get through their most challenging days and back on their feet. From that experience, I was compelled to work with individuals one-on-one to help them achieve long-term mental wellness. I enjoy getting to know everyone’s unique stories and journeys that lead them to where they are today. Sometimes those journeys are hard and complicated. We’ve all been in situations where we needed someone to talk to without judgement.”
Kaitlyn’s goal is for people to feel safe and understood. She creates a comfortable environment where people can be themselves. She has a good sense of humor and tries to make therapy enjoyable whenever possible. You can expect her to provide gentle feedback to encourage room for growth.
Kaitlyn incorporates a mix of different evidence-based interventions. She uses dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps work through distorted thinking patterns that lead to negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. She also utilizes internal family systems therapy (IFS) when helping with internal conflict from the different parts of oneself that are causing challenges in daily life.
Kaitlyn is a fully licensed clinical therapist who has has a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work degree from Ferris State University. She has been working at Pine Rest since 2021.
