Kathryn (Katie) Mason, LMFT - Therapist in California

About Kathryn

Kathryn (Katie) Mason is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and depression. She has 17 years of experience and works to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through hard feelings. Katie emphasizes practical steps and steady support for those trying to find clearer footing in daily life.

She uses several evidence-based methods in her work, including attachment-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and EMDR for trauma processing.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on understanding patterns, building coping skills, and trying small changes that improve day-to-day functioning. Katie explains tools in plain language and helps clients practice them between sessions. Katie describes her approach as warm and direct.

She encourages honest conversation about what is and isn’t working in relationships and routines. When trauma is present she may draw on EMDR to help reduce distress tied to painful memories. Her training includes EMDR protocol and other clinical approaches used over a 17-year career.

She is licensed in California as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - with license number CA LMFT 45521. Sessions are offered in English. People connect with Katie for guidance through grief, parenting concerns, identity and intimacy questions, and addictive patterns.

She aims to help clients build practical coping strategies and clearer communication skills so they can move toward their goals.

Therapeutic approaches that translate well to online care

The therapist commonly draws from attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR when relevant. Attachment-based work looks at how past relationships shape current patterns and helps people build safer, more trusting connections. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying concrete behavioral changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood. EMDR is a trauma-informed approach that targets distressing memories and can lessen their emotional intensity when used appropriately.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals, symptoms, and preferences and recommend methods that fit. Together they will adjust strategies over time if something isn’t helping or if needs change.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Video and phone allow real-time conversation and skill practice. Live chat and messaging can help with short check-ins, ongoing coaching, or jotting down thoughts between sessions. These options make it easier to keep continuity in care while fitting therapy into busy family life.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed here?

Therapy covers stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting, eating and intimacy-related concerns, and many related areas such as ADHD, grief, and career questions.

What is the therapist's general style in sessions?

Sessions are described as warm and direct with a focus on practical steps. The therapist encourages honest talk and helps clients practice skills between meetings.

What training and experience does the therapist have?

She has 17 years of professional experience and is trained in EMDR protocol alongside other therapeutic approaches like CBT and attachment work.

Where is the therapist licensed and how is that listed?

The therapist is licensed in California as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - with license number CA LMFT 45521.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are costs and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 17 years
Licensed: California
Languages: English

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