In this episode of How I Therapist, we speak with Kathryn Stewart, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in emotional focus therapy and experiential therapy. Katherine shares her unique approach to therapy, emphasizing the importance of being present and attuned to clients' emotions. She discusses her background in theater and how it informs her therapeutic style, as well as her journey towards certification in emotionally focused therapy. The conversation explores themes of professionalism, comfort in therapy, and the significance of emotional connection in the therapeutic process.

kathryn@riverbanktherapy.com

Chapters

00:00 How Do You Therapist?

03:34 Depth Therapy

06:38 Experiential Therapy

09:33 The Power of Emotion in Therapy

12:29 Taking Shoes Off

15:39 Comfort in the Therapy Room

18:31 Movement in Therapy

21:37 The Influence of Background on Therapeutic Style

24:39 Integrating Creativity in Therapy

27:29 The Journey of Becoming a Therapist

30:48 Future Aspirations in Therapy