Associate Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Kathryn Ladin is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #138574) licensed to practice in California. As a wife, mother of two, and former business owner, Kathryn understands the complexities of balancing relationships, family, and personal mental health.
She has experience working with individuals and groups, including adults, teens, and children, addressing a wide range of challenges such as:
- Anxiety & depression
- Women’s issues & family struggles
- Trauma, physical & emotional abuse, neglect
- Phase-of-life transitions
- Substance abuse
- Marital & relationship challenges
- LGBTQ+ identity & gender exploration
Kathryn also works extensively with teens, supporting them through issues like family separation, school difficulties, substance use, anxiety, depression, peer pressure, self-esteem struggles, and social media safety.
Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and evidence-based, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Theory, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment Theory, with a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection. She prioritizes collaboration and inclusivity, creating a safe space that honors each client’s values, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and spiritual beliefs to foster personal growth and long-term well-being.
Education & Professional Memberships
- Master’s in Marital and Family Therapy – Antioch University, Los Angeles
- Bachelor of Arts in English Literature – University of Denver
- Clinical Member – California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
