Katherine Castelo, LCSW, Alexandria, VA

About Katherine Castelo

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Katherine Castelo

Katherine is a certified therapist in Virginia, Indiana, Colorado, West Virginia, Kentucky, Florida, and Texas, with over 20 years of experience. She holds a Master's in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor's degree from Indiana University. As a former Marine Corps veteran spouse, she has extensive experience serving military members, veterans, military families, and first responders across the DoD, VA, non-profit, and civilian sectors. Currently, she consults with the non-profit SAFE Project and has previously overseen a Defense Health Agency program for transitioning service members and veterans as a Defense contractor. Katherine also served as the U.S. Army Reserve Psychological Health program director, where she managed non-clinical consultation and outreach services for more than 200,000 service members and their families, as well as Command and Government Programs. Additionally, she contributed to the US Army Reserve Fatality Review Board, providing consultation on psychological autopsies following suicides. Katherine's background includes experience as a civilian employee assistance program (EAP) manager for the United States Navy and as a casualty assistance consultant in the civilian EAP for U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Services (US NCIS). In these roles, she developed and implemented EAP initiatives and conducted operational analysis for pre- and post-deployment health assessments. She has also maintained a private practice, Awaken Wellness Center, where her clinical focus includes crisis intervention, trauma, loss and grief counseling, deployment-related mental health issues, and the assessment and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder. Katherine's expert knowledge of military culture and lifestyle, both professionally and personally, fuels her dedication to advancing best-in-class mental health practices for military members, their families, and returning veterans.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Katherine Castelo, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Awaken Wellness Center

218 N Lee St, Ste 201, Alexandria, VA 22314

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Education and background

Practice names

Awaken Wellness Center

Education and training

Virginia Commonwealth University, Master's in Social Work
Indiana University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

National Association of Social Workers

Awards and publications

Katherine Castelo is awarded the 2018 Community Based Care Supporter of the year by TAPS.

NPI number

1083745871

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Katherine Castelo?

Generally, Katherine Castelo has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Katherine Castelo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Katherine Castelo accepting new patients?

Katherine Castelo generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Katherine Castelo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Katherine Castelo online?

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What practice does Katherine Castelo work with?

Katherine Castelo works with Awaken Wellness Center.

Where is Katherine Castelo's office located?

Katherine Castelo has 2 office locations, including in Alexandria and Bobtown, view full addresses on Katherine Castelo's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Katherine Castelo?

Katherine Castelo frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Katherine Castelo on their profile.