- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship troubles
- Clear communication
About Kaete
Kaete Elliott is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 24 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety and addresses concerns related to relationships, anger, depression, and issues connected to LGBTQ+ identity. Kaete aims to make the first step toward change feel achievable and supported.
Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about feelings and thoughts honestly. She listens for patterns that keep people stuck and works collaboratively to find practical ways to change those patterns. Sessions emphasize clear communication and usable strategies rather than long explanations.
Kaete also helps people address specific problems such as communication breakdowns, control struggles, and the fallout from divorce or separation. She supports exploration of guilt, shame, and forgiveness in ways that move toward relief and better day-to-day functioning. Panic disorder and panic attacks are among the issues she lists as a focus area.
Many clients come with loneliness or isolation, and Kaete uses steady, straightforward conversation to reduce that sense of being alone with a problem. She values small, consistent steps that fit into ordinary life. The work aims to produce changes people notice between sessions.
Throughout therapy she emphasizes collaboration. She helps people set realistic goals and checks in on progress so plans can be adjusted as needs change.
Evidence-based techniques and online care that fit daily life
Kaete describes her work using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce distress and improve everyday functioning. These approaches typically focus on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and replacing them with clearer, more helpful responses. That kind of practical, skills-focused work can help with anxiety, panic attacks, stress, and relationship problems.She also emphasizes communication skills training that helps people express needs and set boundaries with less conflict. This approach breaks down into simple practices you can try between sessions, such as phrasing requests clearly and checking assumptions before reacting. Those small changes often ease pressure in relationships and reduce ongoing stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration includes checking progress and adjusting goals so the work feels relevant.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and avoiding travel time. Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to keep regular appointments and practice new skills in day-to-day settings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Kaete works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship issues, and concerns related to LGBTQ+ identity. She also lists communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
The style is collaborative and practical. Kaete creates an open, nonjudgmental space and focuses on clear communication and workable strategies clients can use between sessions.
How long has this therapist been practicing?
She has 24 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and private practice in California.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.