Katy Zirkel

A bit About Katy...

I am currently earning my master’s degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy at Lewis &

Clark Graduate School. My academic and professional experiences are shaped by my deep

appreciation for the ways our relationships, identities, and lived experiences influence how we

move through the world. I would describe my approach to therapy as gentle, curious, and

collaborative, with an emphasis on creating a space where clients feel safe enough to explore

what matters most to them.

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I draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Satir’s Growth Model to support

individuals, couples, and families in deepening their emotional experiences and strengthening

their understanding of self. I aim to help clients access their emotions with more clarity,

compassion and confidence. My approach is identity‑affirming, sex‑positive and

trauma‑informed. Grounded in the belief that people thrive when they feel seen, heard and

understood. I strive to meet each client with respect and attunement, honoring the unique

stories and strengths they bring into the room.

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I work with clients of all ages navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and grief, as well as those

seeking greater connection, resilience, and personal growth. I feel honored to walk alongside

clients as they make sense of their experiences, reconnect with their inner resources, and move

toward more fulfilling ways of relating to themselves and others.