Trauma‑Informed Therapy for Healing, Clarity, and Connection

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or others can make life feel heavier than it should. Whether you’re navigating the impact of past experiences, moving through a difficult transition, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can offer a space to slow down, feel understood, and begin healing.

I believe therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, authenticity, and genuine connection. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe exploring your emotions, relationships, and the patterns shaping your life. Together, we’ll work to understand what is keeping you stuck while building practical coping skills that support meaningful change.

My Approach

My approach to therapy is both reflective and practical. While we explore the roots of your struggles, we also focus on developing tools you can use in your daily life to feel more grounded, empowered, and connected. I tailor therapy to meet you where you are, integrating evidence‑based approaches such as EMDR, Trauma‑Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF‑CBT), CBT, and trauma‑informed psychodynamic work.

When trauma is part of your story, we move at a pace that feels safe and supportive, ensuring you have the skills you need before processing deeper experiences. I create space where you feel comfortable being honest, exploring difficult emotions, and working toward the changes that matter most to you.

Katie Cerar LPC EMDR Therapist Houston Texas

 

Why I Became a Therapist

I became a therapist after experiencing firsthand the impact of a compassionate therapeutic relationship during one of the most difficult seasons of my own life. That experience offered me hope, and it’s the same hope I am offering you today. I believe deeply in the power of feeling seensupported, and understood, and I am honored to walk alongside you as you move toward healing and growth.

Who I Work With

I specialize in working with adults experiencing:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • PTSD and complex trauma
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Substance use concerns
  • Life transitions and feeling “stuck”
    • and more…

My clients describe me as authentic, empathetic, direct, and insightful. I am passionate about helping individuals better understand themselves, heal from past experiences, and navigate life with greater confidence and ease.

Your story matters, and healing is possible. Contact me today to begin your therapy journey and start creating the change you’ve been hoping for.

More about Katie…

Katie graduated Summa Cum Laude with a M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Houston Baptist University and Cum Laude with a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Houston. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, she has supported clients across a variety of settings, including private practice, residential treatment, and integrated medical care where she worked closely with a multidisciplinary team.

These diverse experiences have strengthened her trauma‑informed perspective and deepened her commitment to providing individualized, compassionate care to each client she works with.

When she’s not supporting clients, Katie enjoys spending time with family and friends, cozy movie marathons, and playing with her fur babies.

Fees:
$200 for 60-minute intake
$175 per 50-minute session

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