
Biography
Kathryn Duncan is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is dedicated to helping clients heal, grow, and create positive change. Kathryn earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Kathryn has a background in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapies to help clients gain insight into their patterns and empower them to navigate life’s challenges. She has invaluable experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with substance use, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, self-harm, life transitions, relationship issues, personality disorders, and mood disorders in residential and outpatient settings. Kathryn utilizes an integrated, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach by incorporating DBT, CBT, and EFT techniques to empower clients with tools for managing their thoughts, behaviors, and unconscious patterns.
Kathryn believes in fostering a non-judgmental and accepting environment where clients feel accepted and understood as they process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
In her free time, Kathryn enjoys exercise, live music, thrifting, and spending time with her pets.
Education
- CSU Channel Islands, BA
- Pepperdine University, MA
Certifications/specializations
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA
Credentials
- License number: 155644
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Kathryn Duncan, LMFT
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Understanding Cognitive Distortions and Their Impact on Mental Health
Key takeaway How thought patterns can affect your mental health Cognitive distortions are unhelpful thinking patterns that distort our perception…
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Antidepressants for Teens: A Parent’s Guide
What parents should know about antidepressants for teens, from FDA-approved options to side effects and expected treatment timelines.
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How To Know if You’re Experiencing Emotional Numbness (and What To Do About It)
Understand what emotional numbness is, why it happens, and how lifestyle changes and treatment can help you reconnect with your…
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