Catherine (Cate) Beaton , LCMHC

Catherine (Cate) Beaton began her professional journey as a paramedic in Hartford, Connecticut, and those early encounters with physical and psychological suffering shaped her commitment to working with people in vulnerable moments. At age 20 she witnessed how presence and human connection can matter as much as technical skill, and that insight led her to deepen her understanding of human experience and relationships.

She earned a Master of Arts in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University and has pursued extensive continuing education in trauma and behavior. More recently she completed an Educational Specialist Degree in School Psychology. Her clinical credential is LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, indicating advanced training in mental health care.

Over the course of her career she has served as a Clinical and Executive Director, providing leadership and guidance to coworkers and supervisees. Ten years of clinical supervision have reinforced her belief that relationships are central to well being and that a strong therapeutic connection opens space for exploration and growth. She aims to offer the experience of being seen, heard, and understood while supporting people through trauma, stress, life transitions, and the challenges of caregiving and helping professions.