Cat Ward

Cat Ward (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

MA, LCSW

I support children and families through difficult times by creating a safe, nurturing and playful environment to foster growth and healing.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

502-438-8685

2401 NE 45th Ave

Portland, 97213

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $75-$150

Provides free initial consultation

Practicing Since: 2013

Languages: English

Services

  • Individual
  • Family
  • Group
  • Child
  • Teen

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Pocket
  • Out of Network

My Ideal Client

I work with children and families impacted by anxiety, attachment issues, family conflict, depression, traumatic experiences (during early childhood or more recently), social navigation needs and self esteem. I love working with autistic children and their families.

My Background

During my social work career I have worked providing social and clinical services to children and adolescents in residential facilities, community mental health agencies, intimate partner violence shelters, schools, in the home, and outpatient private practice. I have specialized training in working with neurodivergent children and children who have gone through traumatic experiences such as neglect, abandonment, attachment disruptions, bullying, changes in primary caregivers, physical and/or sexual abuse, and social rejection.

My Approach to Helping

I believe that every child and family has the potential for positive change. My practice is centered on the principle that positive change develops when children and teens believe they are accepted, understood and capable. My approach to helping individuals in therapy is accepting, empathetic, validating and encouraging. I use creative, expressive, playful and engaging techniques based on each client's interests, personal preferences and individual capacities. I welcome each client where they are developmentally and join in each child's world so that together we work towards growth and healing.

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