Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

7 Endorsed

Oakland, CA 94611

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Would you say that you are your own worst critic? When you beat yourself up inside, it is difficult to find joy in your work and relationships. Finally softening towards yourself will free up energy for you to fulfill your goals. I use mindfulness and IFS (Internal Family Systems) strategies to help clients do deep and meaningful work in sessions. "I learned a long time ago the wisest thing I can do is be on my own side..." Maya Angelou When my clients begin to truly be a friend to themselves, they notice positive changes in many aspects of their lives.

I specialize in working with people who have the HSP trait (Highly Sensitive Person). People with this trait often feel overwhelmed, and there is a strong need to be heard by someone who really gets you. I also work with couples, guiding you to uncover the underlying issues within conflicts, fostering a deeper connection and a more fulfilling intimacy.

We will have our sessions over secure video, so you don't have to deal with traffic or carve out time to sit in a waiting room. Visit my website and reach out for a free consult about working together. I look forward to helping you navigate your healing journey.

Call or Email Katie Fenton-Strauss now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 352-7350

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Katie Fenton-Strauss, LCSW

Oakland, CA 94611

(424) 352-7350

I am an online therapist, so we will have all of our sessions over secure video.

I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I would like to help you develop a kinder stance towards yourself and your struggles. It's amazing what a difference that can make.

Let's Connect (424) 352-7350

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Katie Fenton-Strauss, LCSW

Oakland, CA 94611

(424) 352-7350

I am an online therapist, so we will have all of our sessions over secure video.

I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I would like to help you develop a kinder stance towards yourself and your struggles. It's amazing what a difference that can make.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $175
Pay by American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna - Stanford students only
Anthem | Elevance
Cigna and Evernorth
MHN | Health Net
MHNet Behavioral Health
Optum
Out of Network

If I am not in network with your insurance, I can provide a superbill for reimbursement as an out-of-network provider.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

If I am not in network with your insurance, I can provide a superbill for reimbursement as an out-of-network provider.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW22537 Katie Fenton-Strauss
In Practice for 23 Years
Certificate from Florida 23
Attended University of Southern California, Graduated 2001

I have been in the field for over 20 years and have experience conducting therapy with a variety of populations and mental health issues.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I have been in the field for over 20 years and have experience conducting therapy with a variety of populations and mental health issues.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Relationship Issues

Expertise

Bisexual
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Obesity
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
self compassion and mindfulness
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Stress
therapy for therapists, HSP issues
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Weight Loss
Women's Issues

I often work with individuals who are anxious and have high expectations of themselves. These people don't know how wonderful they are, as they have a strong and loud self critic. Although this part helps them to be successful, it also gets in the way of their happiness and fulfillment. Many of my clients identify as HSP's (Highly Sensitive People) and/or are part of the queer community.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

7 Endorsements

Therapy Without Walls California

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Katie is a unique practitioner in that she is highly professional yet also exudes tremendous warmth. She skillfully uses her insight to guide clients in their own process. You will experience authentic therapy at it's highest level with Katie.

Jim Palato

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Katie has a wonderful calm and caring presence along with extensive experience as a clinician. I whole-heartedly endorse her as a therapist to anyone seeking growth or healing in their life.

Jacqueline Plante

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Katie is a warm clinician, and skilled in helping clients toward self-compassion.

Mindful Matters Counseling, Marni Goldberg

Counselor, EdS, MA, LMFT, LPCC

I have no doubt that anyone having the privilege to have Katie as a therapist would be in really great hands. She’s so intelligent, kind, and compassionate and my interactions with her have shown me that she’s a great human as well! I highly recommend her!

Shonda Tibbs

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Brooke Turrubiarte

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Mimi Fayer

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Religion

Jewish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Family / Marital
Feminist
Humanistic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Strength-Based

I will use a Compassion-Focused therapy lens help you identify ways you might be sabotaging your own progress. We will do mindfulness exercises in sessions, informed by IFS (Internal Family Systems), helping you to get to know parts of yourself that you may not fully understand and accept. This process opens doors to important breakthroughs and self understanding.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Katie Fenton-Strauss, LCSW

Oakland, CA 94611

(424) 352-7350

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I am an online therapist, so we will have all of our sessions over secure video.

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am an online therapist, so we will have all of our sessions over secure video.

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 352-7350

Katie Fenton-Strauss

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Last Modified: 21 May 2024