Compassionate care tailored to you
Katie Miller, Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Certified Nutritionist
Hi, I'm Katie.
Whether you’ve been to therapy many times before or this is your first time, finding a therapist and initiating therapy can feel overwhelming and scary. My hope is to make this process a bit less daunting and to make this a friendly and compassionate space so that every step -- browsing websites, booking a consultation, and meeting for a first session -- feels more approachable. I also aim to bring as much of my own humanity to my work and to not be a ‘blank slate’ therapist. So, a bit about me: I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, I love making things (mostly knitting and sewing), I enjoy skiing, traveling, being outside sometimes, and being cozy on a couch other times. Going to therapy has, and continues to be, an invaluable part of how I care for myself, and it is an honor to be able to now hold that space for others.
We are relational beings and I believe that what has been harmed in relationship has to be healed in relationship. I trust you to know what is best for yourself and strive to help you hear and trust yourself. I am a white, straight sized, currently able-bodied, cis-gender woman, and these privileged identities mean I will not be the correct provider for every client. It is important to have a provider who makes you feel safe and understood and if I am not the right fit for any reason I am happy to provide referrals to help you find what you need.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy and nutrition counseling and work from a trauma-informed and weight-inclusive lens. I draw from many modalities in my work including Internal Family Systems and Psychodynamic Therapy, as well as Body Trust®, Health at Every Size®, and Intuitive Eating. My goal is to help you build a trusting, respectful, and compassionate relationship with yourself as you navigate your path to healing.
Education / Licensure / Certifications
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Whitman College
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Master of Science in Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology, Bastyr University
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor, WA State, LH61320266
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Certified Nutritionist, WA State, NU61079729
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Certified Body Trust Provider
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Internal Family Systems Institute Certification
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EFT Tapping Techniques, Part 1