Kathryne Koahou

Compassionate LCSW supporting trauma and recovery

LCSW Utah

Experience: 3 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Kathryne

Kathryne Koahou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.

Background and approach

She brings three years of clinical experience to her work and emphasizes an empathetic, collaborative stance that centers each person’s goals and lived experience. Kathryne adapts treatment plans to meet individual needs and draws on a range of evidence-based methods to support emotion regulation, trauma processing, and recovery from substance use issues.

Her practice also addresses related areas such as attachment concerns, codependency, control issues, dissociation, domestic violence, and pain from shame or guilt. Kathryne integrates approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients build coping skills, examine patterns, and pursue meaningful change.

She asks clients to participate actively in shaping treatment and aims to create a steady, respectful therapeutic partnership that supports practical progress and personal resilience.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Flexible Online Care

CBT helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and increase day-to-day functioning, often using structured exercises and practical skill-building. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify personal values and accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that move them toward a meaningful life. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, validation, and creating a supportive environment where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. This therapist will work with clients to explore which methods feel most useful based on individual needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust strategies over time to find the best therapeutic fit.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access consistent care from Utah without commuting, letting clients choose the format that fits their life while engaging in evidence-informed work.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Kathryne supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, as well as related issues like attachment challenges, codependency, and body image struggles.

How would you describe her therapeutic style and approach?

She uses an empathetic, collaborative style and tailors treatment to each person’s goals, combining skill-building and processing work to promote emotional regulation and insight.

What is her clinical background and experience level?

The therapist holds an LCSW credential and has three years of professional experience in clinical practice working with trauma, mood disorders, and substance use concerns.

Where is the therapist licensed and practicing?

She is licensed in Utah as an LCSW with licence details UT LCSW 13398242-3501 and accepts clients who are located in that state.

Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does she offer for online work?

Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How does pricing and payment work for services?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy with this clinician?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shame ImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Utah

Languages

English