Kathryne Koahou, LCSW

Kathryne Koahou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with three years of clinical experience supporting people across the lifespan. She focuses on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use challenges, and brings specific experience in addiction recovery and mood disorders. Her practice also addresses related concerns such as attachment difficulties, codependency, family problems, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.

Her therapeutic stance is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. Kathryne meets clients where they are and designs treatment that fits each person’s needs and goals, working side by side to build coping skills and resilience. She is specialty-trained in EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and ketamine integration therapy - approaches she uses to help process difficult experiences, regulate emotions, and support recovery.

Kathryne emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental style whether addressing day-to-day stressors or complex trauma. She welcomes clients who are ready to take the first step toward change and provides guidance throughout the therapeutic journey. Please note that she accepts clients who are located in the state of Utah.

Approaches Used in Online Therapy and What They Help With

Kathryne draws from evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills for regulating intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for emotion dysregulation and impulsivity. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship so clients feel heard and empowered to explore values, attachment patterns, and life goals.

Finding the right fit is part of the therapeutic process. Kathryne collaborates with clients to determine which approach or combination of approaches aligns with their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility for scheduling and for engaging in care from home or another convenient location. Sessions can be held by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different comfort levels and needs, making it easier to maintain regular therapeutic work while managing everyday responsibilities.