Mission Statement

Hi There,

I truly believe that small shifts can have a significant impact, and I have the research to back it up! By taking the time to search for a therapist, you have already taken a step toward living more intentionally—and that truly matters.

As a therapist, I help individuals, couples, and groups slow down, identify their patterns, and build new ways of connecting to Self and others—rooted in emotional safety and guided by curiosity, empathy, and intention. My clients are typically adults, adolescents, and children who experience anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and the general feeling of being stuck.

I blend narrative and neuroscience frameworks, balancing story and structure—the meaning we create, the biology that supports it, and the systems/patterns that fuel it. Utilizing a framework that allows you to separate your core Self from the automatic processes of thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors is a powerful tool for my clients. I meet you where you are and pull tools tailored to your needs and goals. I draw from various theories: Internal Family Systems, Person-Centered, Emotion-Focused, CBT, REBT, Family Systems, Post-Modern, Psychodynamic, Feminist, and Existential).

A key aspect of supporting my clients in gaining insight, healing, compassion, and change is the use of psychoeducation, pulling from my background in neuroscience and mental health. Through knowledge, guided exploration, and internal insights, I can help you strengthen your connection and understanding with yourself, the people around you, and the systems you exist within.

After fifteen years of dedicated service as a client-focused healthcare provider, I leaned into my own values. I returned to school and earned a Master’s degree at the University of Pennsylvania to deepen my ability to serve others. Each day, I am honored by the trust clients place in me to support them as they navigate challenges, transformations, and vulnerabilities. I look forward to connecting and helping.

Warm Regards, 

Katie Polykoff

I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This is a provisional license, and I provide counseling services under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor, in accordance with the regulations of the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors.