Mental Health & Wellness Therapy Based in NYC 

EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES within a compassionate & non judgmental space.

Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Kathryn, a licensed psychotherapist based in NYC. I work collaboratively with high-achieving individuals focusing on issues related to trauma (complex, relational, generational, racial), anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and relational issues.

I strive to be trauma-informed, anti racist, and culturally affirming in my practice. Beyond the therapy room, I work with organizations and publications as a consultant and contributor providing mental health/trauma expertise.

SPECIALIZATIONS

  • Relationship Issues

    So much of our “junk” manifest in our relationships. Regardless of your relationship status, therapy can be a space for you to become aware of, understand, and break patterns and tendencies. Themes that I often explore with my clients are attachment styles, codependency, intimacy/connection, infidelity and relational trauma.

  • Burnout & Stress

    Burnout can be emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion; typical symptoms include feelings of helplessness, detachment, loneliness, loss of motivation, and anxiety. In my practice, I often work with self identified high achievers and perfectionists to address core beliefs and expectations that enable burnout in addition to systemic failures.

  • Depression & Anxiety

    Depression and anxiety can make you feel hopeless, angry, stuck, alone, and isolated. Whether you are experiencing these feelings due to a recent loss, life transition, relationship issues, history of trauma, or have been clinically diagnosed with depression and/or anxiety, therapy can be a space for you to feel safe, seen and heard. You make sense; you are not alone.

  • Family of Origin Issues

    So many individuals unconsciously repeat the same behaviors and tendencies their parents did even if they do not want to; In therapy, I guide and support clients as they identify and unlearn cycles and patterns from their own unique family backgrounds and dynamics. As we better understand your needs, you will relearn healthier ways to cope and relate to others.

  • Life Transitions

    Periods of transitions can trigger feelings of loneliness and isolation. Life transitions can include moving to a different city, starting a new job/career path, deciding to leave a community, starting or ending a relationship and/or dealing with loss. Whatever the transition may be, I support clients going through various changes so that they can find clarity in moving forward.

  • AAPI Mental Health

    As an Asian American therapist, I understand the importance of speaking with someone with a shared identity and lived experiences. Clients have found it refreshing to not have to explain their cultural background, to have someone who “gets it.” Themes that I explore include: racial and complex trauma, Asian American identity, and family dynamics.

  • Trauma Therapy/EMDR

    I am an EMDR trained trauma therapist with experience in complex, relational, racial, generational trauma & childhood sexual abuse. I also work with individuals who experience vicarious trauma, or compassion fatigue, in the legal field and medical services. I offer individual therapy and group sessions/trainings to organizations.

Features & Partnerships

Ready to Become Your Most Empowered Self?

Ready to heal from trauma, live your life in alignment, & to actualize your potential so that you can thrive? I’m here to help.

Life can feel chaotic, messy, and uncertain, especially now. Therapy will equip you with the tools to not only navigate and face your challenges, but also to show up as your most authentic and empowered self.

What you can expect from our sessions together:

  • Gain an Understanding of Patterns in your Relationships and Career

  • Unlearn Behaviors and Tendencies

  • Heal from Relational Traumas

  • Heal Deep-Seated Generational Wounds and Traumas

  • Increase Self Awareness

  • Feel Empowered in Your Identity

  • Reconnect with Your Purpose and Passion

Interested in Working with Me?

Schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone consultation. Looking forward to hearing from you!

hello@kathrynleetherapy.com

185 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016

FAQs

  • Sessions for individual counseling are set at $225 for 50 minutes. Payments are accepted via cash, check, debit/credit card. Sliding scales may be considered based on annual income for clients experiencing financial hardship. Please reach out for more information!

  • “Out-of-network” mental health services may be covered in part or in full by your health insurance plan. Consider asking your provider these questions:

    • Do I have "out-of-network" mental health insurance benefits?

    • What is my deductible and has it been met?

    • What is my "co-insurance"?

    • How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?

    • What is the coverage amount per session?

    • Is approval required from my primary care doctor?

    Please note that in instances where out-of-network benefits are covered, you will be responsible for payment at the time of service and your insurance will reimburse your expenses.

  • Insurance companies mandate a diagnosis, oversee your health records and may seek access to your information while in therapy. In addition to meeting a deductible, there may also be limits to the number of sessions covered per year regardless of your circumstances. You may be limited to in-network providers which can narrow your chances of finding the right fit for you. In considering these aspects in using insurance, paying out-of-pocket may be a better fit for some. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

  • I offer weekly therapy sessions, and will work with you to find a consistent time slot that works with your schedule. Meeting on a weekly basis will give us space to develop a therapeutic relationship; research has shown that the most important factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. Strengthening the therapeutic relationship will create a space in which you should feel comfortable being vulnerable.

  • Yes, I offer remote therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic to individuals residing in the state of New York.

    Many insurances are making special accommodations for tele-therapy and mental health benefits due to COVID-19, check with your provider to stay up-to-date about your benefits.

    Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about remote therapy and other related concerns!

  • Yes, I offer in person therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic to individuals in the Greater New York Area.

    In accordance with CDC guidelines, I am seeing clients in person who are vaccinated. Please be mindful that you will be asked to keep your mask on in session as well regardless of vaccination status.