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Therapy with me is real, relational, and rooted in truth.

I bring what I call a homie check-in into the space—a mix of honesty, reflection, and support where you can be called in (not called out), challenged with care, and supported as you grow into the version of yourself you’re becoming.

You’ve been holding it together for a long time.

Showing up for everyone. Pushing through. Carrying things that people don’t always see.

And at the same time... something feels off.

You’re overwhelmed, burned out, or reacting in ways that don’t fully feel like you.

That’s where our work begins.

I work with women navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, and life transitions, especially those who are used to being “the strong one.” Together, we make sense of your patterns, your reactions, and the parts of you that learned how to survive.

Katherine Castelo, LCSW is a licensed therapist and certified clinical supervisor in Virginia, Texas, Florida, West Virginia, Indiana, Maryland, and Colorado. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in trauma, military and veteran mental health, first-responder wellness, grief, deployment-related stress, and major life transitions.

A former Marine Corps veteran spouse, Katherine brings lived experience and deep cultural understanding to her work. She has served across the DoD, VA, nonprofit, and civilian sectors, providing high-level clinical care, consultation, and program leadership.

She previously oversaw a Defense Health Agency program for transitioning service members and served as the U.S. Army Reserve Psychological Health Program Director, leading outreach for more than 200,000 soldiers and families and advising on post-suicide psychological autopsies as part of the USAR Fatality Review Board.

Katherine also worked as a civilian Employee Assistance Program (EAP) manager for the U.S. Navy and as a casualty assistance consultant for NCIS, developing programs focused on readiness, crisis response, and deployment-cycle support.

As founder of Awaken Wellness Center, her practice centers on trauma recovery, crisis intervention, and integrative therapies. She is trained in Brainspotting, IFS-informed work, and trauma-responsive care, and has provided trainings for service members, clinicians, and community providers on PTSD, MST, suicide prevention, and Brainspotting.

Today, Katherine consults with the SAFE Project’s SAFE Veterans initiative and teaches caregiver wellness classes with Semper Fi & America’s Fund, bringing compassionate, evidence-based, culturally grounded care to military members, veterans, first responders, caregivers, and their families.

As a California LPCC (#21531) and Texas LPC (#92064), I bring experience from psychiatric hospitals, community mental health, and one of the nation's largest health systems. My approach combines CBT, EMDR, and attachment theory to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I work with adults, executives, children, teens, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. I especially enjoy helping high-achieving professionals navigate the demands of leadership without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

Clients describe me as calm, direct, and easy to talk to. I create a safe, judgment-free space while challenging clients to think deeply, examine unhelpful patterns, and take practical steps toward meaningful change. My goal is to help you move forward—not stay stuck.

After decades of leading teams, mentoring professionals, and building relationships, I realized my greatest fulfillment came from helping people grow. Becoming a therapist allows me to combine life experience with clinical training to help clients navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and create lasting change.

I believe therapy should have a clear purpose and measurable outcomes. Together, we'll develop SMART goals, monitor progress throughout treatment, and ensure you leave therapy with the skills and confidence to continue thriving long after our work together is complete.

I specialize in helping my clients navigate challenging situations. From substance use disorders to grief, I've supported my clients in fostering effective communication and emotional expression. Sharing feelings openly and honestly is crucial for your well-being. Remember, transformation takes time, but there is always hope with hard work. You can move towards a more connected and hopeful future.

I have been helping people overcome life's challenges in various professions for almost 30 years. I truly enjoy being there for people when they need help, reassurance and guidance. I do my best to be approachable and see the life my clients are living.

Therapy with me is collaborative and flexible. I draw on CBT, ERP, IFS, and trauma-informed approaches — not as rigid protocols, but as tools I adapt to what you need. Some sessions are structured skill-building; others trace how your past shapes your present. I'll help you reconnect with your instincts and move toward more freedom and joy.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2018, specializing in working with couples and families who want to improve communication and deepen their understanding of one another.

My approach is collaborative and solution-focused, and I work to help clients identify their strengths and develop practical, meaningful solutions that align with their values and goals.

Originally from Bulgaria, I have lived in the United States for over 23 years, which has shaped my cultural awareness and perspective. I have experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a respectful and inclusive therapeutic environment.

It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they work toward growth, clarity, and becoming the best version of themselves.

I speak English, Bulgarian, and Spanish!