Cate Potyen, MA MFT

Psychotherapy and Support for Caregivers

Over thirty years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges. My approach blends psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress management, tailored to each person I work with.

All sessions conducted online

MFT #21762 · CA Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

I have been working as a licensed therapist for over thirty years, helping adult individuals with a wide range of concerns. My work is a blend of psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress management.

I bring genuine care and engagement to every session, working alongside my clients to find practical and creative solutions to the challenges they face.

My approach is caring and engaged, providing useful tools to address client concerns. I seek to help people find creative and effective ways to identify and manage feelings, change behavior, and adjust to life’s difficulties.

I work with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and the unique challenges of caregiving.

Psychotherapy

Areas I can help with

• Adjustment to life challenges
• Grief and Loss
• Relationships
• Stress and anxiety
• Depression
• Self-esteem and self-compassion
• Early childhood issues

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Specialty

Support for Caregivers

I have a special interest in supporting caregivers during the difficult journey of caregiving rooted in my own experience caring for my husband with Alzheimer’s disease. Caregiving can be exhausting, frustrating, challenging and emotional. We deal daily with a changing landscape of needs, our own strong feelings and the feelings and behavior of our loved one. I am happy to support you in this journey with practical tips, help managing feelings, aid in self-care and self-compassion, and resources. Caregiver stress impacts your physical and mental health.

Getting help is important!