DK Therapy has grown in the past six months and we would like to give you the opportunity to get to know a little more about our therapists, what challenges their clients face, and what it would be like to work with them.
At DK, we focus on your comfort within the therapy office. We hope that knowing a bit about your therapist before your first visit, helps you make a connection even before meeting them.
Without further ado…
What experiences have brought you to the helping profession?
Catherine Watson, LCPC
Catherine Watson:
Growing up, I was that friend everyone went to when they had a problem. I enjoyed helping my friends, but to be honest, I never really considered making a career out of it. I was more focused on art in college. It wasn’t until I had to write a paper for an assignment on ‘color theory’ that my interest in therapy really came to fruition. While writing the paper, I learned about how art and color theory can play a part in the therapeutic process. My interest in art therapy and therapy in general was sparked. I decided to further my education and get my Master’s degree, combining my passions for helping people and art.
What tips do you have for people coming to therapy for the first time?
Catherine Watson:
The decision to start therapy can come at different times in people’s lives. Many people think about reaching out and scheduling an appointment, and never do. They might not have been ready yet, which is perfectly fine! I believe it’s best to wait until you are in a place where you can truly commit and are motivated to make changes. My biggest tip for those contemplating therapy for the first time (before even reaching out to a therapist) is: do some introspection and make sure you are ready to make changes in your life. While therapy can be a great place to vent, the people who make the most progress in therapy are motivated and willing to put into action what is talked about during their therapy sessions.
What do you hope clients gain when working with you?
Catherine Watson:
My hope is that through the therapy process, they learn that vulnerability isn’t a bad thing (even though it feels like it is). I work with my clients to help them gain the understanding that they have the resources they need within themselves to make the changes they want to make. Sometimes it just takes a small change in perspective or being committed to putting in the work. I hope they understand that they are fully capable, brave, and strong individuals.
