Very caring and a good listener.
Katherine Pinyan, LCMHC
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Katherine. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
I cannot express enough how happy I am that I was paired with Katherine. She is amazing.
More about Katherine
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health CounseIor (recently updated from LPC) with over 30 years of experience. I have worked in community mental health, outpatient, boarding school, inpatient, volunteer, and primary care settings. I have experience helping clients who have had various concerns including LGBTQIA issues, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship issues, health concerns, and life change adjustments. Some of my clients have needed medication to help with diagnosed mental illnesses like bipolar disorder and depression. I have 16 years of experience working with adolescents from 12 to 19.
My counseling approach is warm and interactive. I believe in treating all people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, interpersonal, and dialectical behavior therapy. Our work together will be focused on your goals and your specific needs.
It isn’t always easy to ask for the help you need to take the first steps to make a change. You have already shown the courage to consider getting help. Take the next step to choose to work with me. I believe you will be very pleased with your outcomes. I’m looking forward to helping you to have the life you are seeking!
With all good thoughts for you,
Katherine Pinyan
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Katherine Pinyan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205005014.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 2719 · Expires June 2026
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 Katherine Pinyan
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very caring and a good listener.
I cannot express enough how happy I am that I was paired with Katherine. She is amazing.
Kate is personable and knowledgeable—two qualities that are a must when I search for a therapist. I definitely recommend her to others!
Kate is very warm and easy to talk with. She is very down-to-earth and relatable. She takes her time with you to make you feel heard and understood. She is a wonderful person and offers sound advice.
She is one of the very best I have ever seen or experienced.
Katherine is the best! So compassionate, kind, patient, funny and so adorable. I absolutely love her! She made me feel seen and heard. I was able to find the confidence and the strength to change my life around. I am very grateful that I was able to ask for help and she was the one to do so. I will never say thank you enough to her.
Katherine is brimming with compassion and empathy. A kind, supportive, calming presence. A pleasure to speak with ☆
Katherine was lovely, warm and supportive, knowledgeable and I felt very comfortable talking to her.
Kate is such a wonderful lady. She’s very calming to me and incredibly warm. She invited me in to her space which made me feel very comfortable in talking to her. This is my first time getting therapy and my confidence in talking to a stranger about what’s troubling me grew drastically. My experience with counseling so far has been very good. Kate doesn’t judge me, she accepts the information and opinions that I give her and she always gives me the better outlook or great advice. I’ve felt optimistic after my sessions because for the first time I feel fully listened to and know that I’m in a safe space. Would definitely recommend Kate, she’s fabulous!
Frequently asked questions
Does Katherine Pinyan offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Katherine Pinyan 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 Katherine Pinyan speak?
Katherine Pinyan speaks English.
How many years of experience does Katherine Pinyan have?
Katherine Pinyan has 30 years of experience.
Where is Katherine Pinyan licensed to practice?
Katherine Pinyan is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Katherine Pinyan accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Katherine Pinyan does not accept 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 Katherine Pinyan offer?
Katherine Pinyan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Katherine Pinyan?
Katherine Pinyan 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 Katherine Pinyan?
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