About Kathleen Pederson
Focus areas
Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
Depression
Sleep Problems
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Culturally Sensitive
Compassion Focused
Relational
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Kathleen Pederson
I was inspired to become a therapist as a young child, driven by the value of wanting to help others. Early in my career, I had many mentors who encouraged me to pursue this path because they believed in me. At some point, I realized I wanted to help people believe in themselves and see their own possibilities. I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Fullerton, which has equipped me to support individuals and families on their journeys toward growth and healing.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Validation is one of the most important tools I value as a therapist and as a person. I use the phrase, validate the other person's reality that may be different from your own. I teach clients to self validate, to know what you experienced is true and real. I value the process of creating this safe space where one can see themselves just as they are. I ask for feedback to see if how I respond through validation fits for the client, if they felt heard and validated.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I think trust is built with consistency. I tend to follow a consistent pattern in session, I try to have a beginning, middle and end to every session. The beginning can be more of a welcoming and social experience. The middle can be sharing and revealing the deeper part of a person and what they are going through. This can feel emotional and intense at times. The end, is closure. I will help a client have some closure at the end of every session. I talk to the client about next steps, how will you spend the time after the session, and confirm when we will meet next.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
I also accept EAP through Cigna and Optum.
Education and background
Education and training
- California State University, Fullerton, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1003169939