Kathleen Oliver, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Kathleen Oliver

Focus areas

Anger Management

Depression

Sleep Disorder

Anxiety

Life Transition

Sleep Problems

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Forensic Psychology

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kathleen Oliver

Hi there, I'm Kathleen! Aloha, I am Kathy Oliver, a clinical social worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Hawai‘i and a Bachelor’s from the University of California, Irvine I specialize in listening non-judgmentally I have been honored to work with individuals who shared their anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and fear with me I believe therapy should solve problems, moving at your pace My approach I always examine self-care practices with clients and look for ways to integrate your mind and body in the healing process I recommend mindfulness frequently and also ask clients to check out appropriate media, including music or podcasts My cognitive-behavioral training is enhanced with non-violent communication and Hospice work My focus My clients often start by expressing anxiety, and together we find the causes and solutions Others feel sad and empty Looking for satisfaction in relationships and careers is important to some individuals People who need help managing long-term pain, grief, and illness also consult with me My communication style I offer a 2-minute guided meditation before the first session to help clients relax Then I explain that I will ask questions, but they are free to decline answers until they feel safe with me Most individuals find my therapy a safe, comforting, and supportive place It is my responsibility to accept their feelings without judgment; I take that seriously My journey to therapy I was a rebellious teen in a strict family, and the school counselor—a licensed therapist and a nun—taught me I was allowing my mother to occupy 90% of my brain power with my antics I benefited and found myself listening to the stories of my friends and helping them Eventually, I chose to get trained as a therapist My goals for you I approach goal setting directly by asking what you want early in the session Many times, we have to set small goals first before we even discuss ultimate ones.

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Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

University of Hawai‘i, Master's in Social Work
University of California, Irvine (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1174760516

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What practice does Kathleen Oliver work with?

Kathleen Oliver works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kathleen Oliver?

Kathleen Oliver frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kathleen Oliver on their profile.