Kathryne Koahou , LCSW

Kathryne Koahou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah with three years of clinical experience supporting people across the lifespan. As an LCSW she brings training in clinical social work to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and the long-term effects of trauma and substance use. Her practice emphasizes respectful collaboration and empathic listening, meeting clients where they are and shaping treatment around each person’s goals and circumstances.

Kathryne has focused experience in trauma and abuse, addictions and recovery, mood disorders including PTSD and depression, and related concerns such as attachment issues, codependency, dissociation, and family conflict. She also works with problems like guilt and shame, life purpose, body image, and impulsivity. In addition to her general clinical approach, she has specialty training in EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), and ketamine integration therapy, offering a range of techniques to process difficult experiences, build emotional regulation skills, and support recovery.

Her style is grounded, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, designed to promote resilience and practical coping strategies. Kathryne is based in Utah and is not currently accepting new clients. When working with clients she centers collaboration, tailoring interventions to individual needs and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches and online options for treatment

Kathryne draws on evidence-informed methods to help clients build skills and recover from difficult experiences. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and problematic coping patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills that are particularly helpful for intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kathryne works with clients to assess needs, test different strategies, and adapt treatment based on what fits best with their goals and preferences. She aims to tailor interventions so therapy feels relevant and effective for each person.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, supporting continuity of care and consistent progress toward therapeutic goals.