Hannah Katz

In my practice, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a context for people to feel heard, empowered and recognized for who they are. I meet my client where they are at and support as they explore and develop their own internal motivation for change. It is my role to work collaboratively with clients to build trust and create a safe space to recognize patterns through self-awareness and understanding. My hope is to support clients as they reduce suffering, improve insight, increase sense of hope and develop tangible skills to create one’s own happiness. My practice is always strengths-based, client-centered and trauma-informed. I view my work through the lens of the six core social work values of service, social justice, dignity and worth of the individual, importance and centrality of human relationships, integrity and competence. My practice uses tools and knowledge from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and mindfulness. I specialize in working with youth, adolescents, young adults and families in a variety of areas such as trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem and communication. I earned my B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Vermont and my Masters in Clinical Social Work from Simmons College. I have been working professionally with children, adolescents, young adults and families since 2012. I have been with Riverstone Counseling since January 2019.