Dr. Ferrera is awesome! She takes time in getting to listen to you and gets straight to the point. She’s very easy to talk to.
Dr. Katherine Ferrara, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Katherine is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.7 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Katherine. View 10 reviews
- Great news, Katherine is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Colorado, Montana, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Awesome
More about Katherine
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I have been a psychotherapist in private practice for over 12 years. In addition, I have worked in diverse settings such as with the geriatric populations in nursing homes, with individuals experiencing acute symptoms of major mental illness in in patient hospital settings, and for community mental health settings.
I specialize in treating individuals experiencing trauma, resulting from childhood abuse or repeated exposure to trauma, who have developed negative beliefs of self as a result of the trauma. The form of therapy I use is exposure based, which is a form of behavior based therapy. The focus of therapy is to restructure a persons core foundation to create a healthy and stable realistic and appreciative view of oneself. It goes at a slower pace than other forms of therapy because there is a focus on getting to the core of the problem rather than focusing on symptoms alone. There is also a special focus on relationship to emotions and attachment style. The outcome will result in the client experiencing a healthier relationship with their emotions and being able to successfully build and maintain secure attachments in their interpersonal relationships.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
LGBT Issues
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Self-esteem
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Commitment issues
Communication problems
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- Curative
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Katherine Ferrara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164745659.
- LCSW · Colorado · CSW.00001378 · Renews August 2027
- LCSW · Montana · BBH-LCSW-LIC-45913 · Renews December 2026
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.026022 · Renews November 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Katherine Ferrara
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Clients say:
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Dr. Ferrera is awesome! She takes time in getting to listen to you and gets straight to the point. She’s very easy to talk to.
Awesome
We click really well. Thanks to her guidance I'm more able to sit with feelings I used to shrink away from. I'm trusting and listening to myself more and I'm starting to experience a richer emotional and interpersonal life.
Dr. Ferrara’s is the best!
Dr. Ferrera keeps it real and really gets it. She challenges me a lot but in way that I always trust is safe and supportive. I'm really pleased with the progress she's helping me make.
Dr. Ferrara is an amazing listener, supportive and very insightful. I've learned so much in my time speaking with her. You can tell she genuinely cares and wants to help.
She is an amazing listener. I found she was authentically concerned at some of my issues .. if I was just down and out and just wanted to vent with no feedback she was willing to just listen and acknowledge my feelings without lecturing or pressing me. This woman is a realist and is no BS ... truly understands reason and logic Thank you for your help and service Dr.Ferrara Sincerely Colin
I appreciate the honesty and expertise Dr. Ferrera provides. She has the ability to listen and give workable insight into our situation. Its been a good fit for our marriage counseling.
This is my first time doing any sort of therapy and she has made it as comfortable as it can be, even though I'm dealing with some tough things. It's been a rewarding experience so far.
I had never had any counseling. Dr Ferrara made feel very comfortable. Her perspective on my personal issues has been very valuable. I would happily recommend her to any looking for a great therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Katherine Ferrara offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Katherine Ferrara works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Katherine Ferrara speak?
Dr. Katherine Ferrara speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Katherine Ferrara have?
Dr. Katherine Ferrara has 16 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Katherine Ferrara licensed to practice?
Dr. Katherine Ferrara is licensed to practice in Colorado, Montana, and Illinois.
Does Dr. Katherine Ferrara accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Ferrara accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. Katherine Ferrara accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Ferrara accepts Cigna and Curative.
Does Dr. Katherine Ferrara accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Ferrara accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Katherine Ferrara offer?
Dr. Katherine Ferrara offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Katherine Ferrara?
Dr. Katherine Ferrara can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Katherine Ferrara?
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