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Kathleen Puleo

CA Psychologist 22642

Kathleen Puleo, CA Psychologist 22642

Therapist in California

Kathleen is a CA Psychologist 22642 therapist in California.

  • 19+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
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About Kathleen

Kathleen Puleo is a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 19 years of experience helping people work through life’s challenges with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As a California-licensed psychologist (CA Psychologist 22642), she draws on evidence-based methods to support individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, and difficulties with anger management.

She emphasizes individualized care, taking time to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach. For anxiety and stress, she commonly uses cognitive techniques to help people identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns alongside Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction practices to build greater calm and present-moment awareness. When relationship issues arise, she works with couples and individuals to strengthen emotional connection and improve communication, and when parenting challenges appear she focuses on fostering healthier family dynamics and resilience.

In addressing anger, Kathleen integrates practical strategies to support healthier expression and regulation of emotions. Her work is collaborative - she partners with clients to set goals and create a plan that fits their life and values. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel brave, and she offers steady, compassionate support to help clients move toward increased wellbeing and fulfillment.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Kathleen employs cognitive techniques that help people identify and reframe negative thought patterns, a practical approach that can reduce anxiety and improve mood by changing how situations are interpreted. She also integrates Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), teaching simple mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stressors. For relationship challenges she focuses on improving communication and emotional connection, working with individuals or couples to build clearer, more effective interactions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Kathleen works together with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapts methods over time so the treatment fits the client rather than the other way around.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can happen by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, access support from home or work, and integrate therapy into a busy life while still receiving focused, evidence-based care from an experienced therapist.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Kathleen Puleo have?

Kathleen Puleo has 19 years of professional experience.

Is Kathleen Puleo a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a licensed clinical psychologist in California - CA Psychologist 22642.

In which languages does Kathleen Puleo provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathleen Puleo located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Kathleen Puleo as my therapist?

You can work with Kathleen Puleo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kathleen Puleo work with international clients?

Kathleen Puleo does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen Puleo cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionADHD

Experience

19+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

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