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Kate Smulski

VirtualIn-PersonHigh Satisfaction Rate

3 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In Connecticut
+ 1 other state

In-Network

Accepting 3 Insurance providers

Meet Katharine

My therapy style is open and collaborative, creating a safe space where you feel heard and understood. I work with individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, life transitions, and self-esteem. I bring a curious mindset, exploring your unique experiences without judgment. We focus on problem-solving while honoring the deeper emotions beneath them. Mindfulness is central to my approach, helping you build awareness and stay grounded. My goal is to empower you with tools for resilience, self-compassion, and lasting growth.

My goal is to empower you with tools for resilience, self-compassion, and lasting growth.

Communication Style

  • Engaging
  • Mindful
  • Open-minded
  • Solution-oriented
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Geriatric clients
  • Parents
  • First responders

Approach

  • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for Connecticut and Massachusetts residents

1176 Farmington Ave
Berlin, Connecticut 06037

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and friends, relaxing with my dogs, and finding little moments each day that bring me happiness. Whether it’s enjoying a quiet coffee, walking my dogs, or laughing with loved ones, the simple things mean the most to me.

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#13087 • Connecticut • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, University of Connecticut

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

What insurance do you have?

Frequently asked questions

Kate Smulski accepts Centivo, Prime Health, and Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in Connecticut are estimated at $170-190 per session.

Kate Smulski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Katharine is licensed to practice in Connecticut and Massachusetts, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Katharine’s Connecticut license number is 13087, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Kate Smulski has been practicing therapy for 3 years. Katharine’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, University of Connecticut. Over that time, Katharine has worked closely with Geriatric clients, Parents, and First responders.

Kate Smulski works with Geriatric clients, Parents, and First responders and specializes in Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Katharine spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Katharine is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Kate Smulski draws on Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Katharine’s style is engaging, mindful, open-minded, solution-oriented, and warm. In Katharine’s words: “My goal is to empower you with tools for resilience, self-compassion, and lasting growth.”

Kate Smulski (she/her) offers therapy in English. Katharine identifies as White.

Kate Smulski offers online sessions over secure video as well as in-person sessions at 1176 Farmington Ave in Berlin. Katharine is licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and you need to be located in one of those states at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Kate Smulski is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Katharine will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Katharine’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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