Hello, I’m Kate. I’m a Interventionist, Case Manager, Treatment Placement Specialist and Consultant. I work both locally in Los Angeles and Orange County as well as Nationally.

I come with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of mental health, addiction and co-occurring disorders. During the past 14 years, I has served as Executive Director and/or Program Director for several highly recognized mental health and dual diagnosis treatment centers -- in California as well as nationally. I have dedicated the past five (5) years as a Director of a prestigious psychiatric treatment center in Los Angeles. I have a number of specialties, including Addiction, Mental Health and Family Systems, about which I am very passionate, I have also written and co-facilitated a number of treatment programs and family programs. Additionally, I have a keen interest in "transitional treatment" — for individuals who are emerging from treatment and reintegrating back to a healthy and balanced life.

I have a Master’s Degree in Psychology, and a number of Certifications and Licenses, both in California and internationally, including: International and California Certified and Drug and Alcohol Counselor (ICDAC) and (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS), and Licensed Anger Management and Conflict Resolution Counselor. Over the years, I have been the keynote speaker on many topics at a number Community and professional events. I also continue to train many colleagues and other professionals in the field of Behavioral Health. I has extensive training and expertise in both Traditional and Crisis Interventions. Additionally, I developed, utilizes and train others in my own Intervention model.

I adore working with individuals suffering from mental illness and co-occurring disorders. I believe in focusing on treating the whole person, as well as their families who love them.

I am very happy to have a consultation with you to see if I can help.