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Cathryn Ahanonu, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Cathryn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Cathryn. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wyoming

Recent reviews

She is so kind. She offers a listening ear and leads me to different resources on the path I am on. She is sympathetic to me and she comes across so understanding and gentle yet grounding me in the here and now. I am grateful for her. This is an emotional time for me and I needed her to be gentle yet grounding. Thank Ms Ahanonu

Reviewed November 2024

Cat is always there and always helps. I’ve never been good at showing up but for almost a year now I have every week. Thank you

Reviewed May 2024

More about Cathryn

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in Wyoming with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss.

My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines client centered, strengths based, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy modalities. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Addictions Relationship issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Family problems Guilt and shame Mood disorders Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Cathryn Ahanonu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326418153.

  • LCSW · Wyoming · LCSW-708 · Expires October 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 Cathryn Ahanonu

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Great Listens Grateful Helpful Recommend Understanding Wonderful Great listener Attentive

She is so kind. She offers a listening ear and leads me to different resources on the path I am on. She is sympathetic to me and she comes across so understanding and gentle yet grounding me in the here and now. I am grateful for her. This is an emotional time for me and I needed her to be gentle yet grounding. Thank Ms Ahanonu

Reviewed November 2024

Cat is always there and always helps. I’ve never been good at showing up but for almost a year now I have every week. Thank you

Reviewed May 2024

Cathryn is an amazing therapist. I have had therapy with her for the past 1.5 years and I am enormously thankful for her support through hard times. Cathryn understands me well, she is a great listener with a sense of humor, and she provides different techniques and different resources but on the other hand, these instruments are not overwhelming and easy to use and most importantly on point and effective. Cathryn always has the right words to say and great advice to give. I am grateful to find her on this platform.

Reviewed March 2024

Amazing therapist. She really listens and knows what my main point is when I ramble on and sometimes knows my point when I don't know it. She gives actionable advice each week and is so pleasant, non-judgmental, and fun. Highly recommend

Reviewed February 2024

Katie has been wonderful to work with. She makes excellent suggestions on how to cope and work through my struggles providing me with real life tools that are truly helpful when I have been in a stressful situation. She reminds me of my faith and encourages prayer which is so very important to me.

Reviewed January 2024

Amazing therapist and has been really understood my problems and concerns, has always helped guide me into ways to better manage my stressors in life

Reviewed November 2023

She is very kind, understanding, and patient. She listens well and I really felt she was able to meet me where I was at.

Reviewed May 2023

I have had so many therapists throughout my life and Cathryn is on of the best, she is absolutely amazing. She is a great listener and gives very helpful advice and insight to any troubling situation or question I have. Her compassionate, caring, kind, validating, upbeat demeanour makes me feel very comfortable talking about anything with her. I would highly highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for therapy, you will not be disappointed one bit trust me!

Reviewed April 2023

Cathryn is attentive and supportive! She’s wonderful to talk to!

Reviewed January 2023

A great therapist who listens and has provided practical next steps to issues I’ve raised

Reviewed January 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cathryn Ahanonu offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cathryn Ahanonu 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 Cathryn Ahanonu speak?

Cathryn Ahanonu speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cathryn Ahanonu have?

Cathryn Ahanonu has 12 years of experience.

Where is Cathryn Ahanonu licensed to practice?

Cathryn Ahanonu is licensed to practice in Wyoming.

Does Cathryn Ahanonu accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Cathryn Ahanonu 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 Cathryn Ahanonu offer?

Cathryn Ahanonu offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Cathryn Ahanonu?

Cathryn Ahanonu 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 Cathryn Ahanonu?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.