Kathryne Koahou, LCSW

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Compassionate support for trauma and addiction recovery

Details

Name	Kathryne Koahou
Credentials	LCSW
Based in	Utah
Licensed in	Utah
Session format	Online
Languages	English
Years in practice	3

About Kathryne

Kathryne Koahou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Kathryne aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk about hard things and find clearer ways forward.

She draws on Narrative Therapy to look at the stories people tell about themselves and their lives. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to shape practical next steps.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on small, doable changes and on understanding what matters most to the person. With three years of clinical experience, Kathryne works to tailor sessions to each person’s needs and goals. She emphasizes listening first, then building strategies together.

That might mean practicing new coping skills, reworking unhelpful thoughts, or shifting the way a problem is described. Her background as an LCSW informs a strengths-based approach. She invites clients to notice patterns and to try different responses in daily life.

Progress is treated as gradual, practical, and tied to real changes in behavior and relationships. People who contact Kathryne can expect straightforward conversation, respect for their perspective, and a focus on what will help them feel steadier and more purposeful over time.

What this therapist works with

Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse among the things Kathryne works with, alongside the areas below.

Approaches listed

Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT): Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Internal Family Systems: Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Systemic Therapy: Listed by Kathryne among the ways she works.
Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Kathryne directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.

Narrative Therapy in this listing

Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.

If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Kathryne directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.

Online session options

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Many of her sessions draw on Narrative Therapy, which looks at the stories people carry and helps them separate themselves from unhelpful narratives. This approach can be useful for people wanting new ways to describe their struggles and to reclaim agency over life choices.

She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, which focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult feelings are present. ACT often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by shifting attention toward meaningful behavior. Client-Centered Therapy is another influence, emphasizing genuine listening and support to help people find their own answers.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they try different methods and adjust the plan based on what actually helps.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and skills work. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules while keeping the focus on meaningful progress.

Common questions about this listing

What concerns does Kathryne help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Other focus areas include attachment issues, body image, codependency, and life purpose.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and respectful. She listens first, then works with clients to set small, practical goals and new coping strategies.

What clinical experience does she bring?

She has three years of professional experience as a clinician. That time has included supporting people through addiction, trauma, and mood-related challenges.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Utah. Her practice accepts people who are located in Utah.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that, schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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