“As a supervisor, Kat offered a space where I could safely bring up both challenges and celebrations, both met with warmth and compassion. I felt Kat took an emergent, flexible approach to meeting the needs of myself as a coach and the clients we worked with. Kat's clinical understanding of relational dynamics and trauma-informed care was invaluable in helping support my work. I also perceived Kat as a savvy navigator of organizations that must appeal to multiple different audiences; balancing diplomacy and advocacy in tough situations, but always with an allegiance to social justice. I would recommend Kat for both supervision and consultation, especially for cases with relational complexity.”

“Kat’s anti-oppressive stance deeply empowers people to step into their true selves, to build community, and to flourish. I have marveled at her ability to gracefully negotiate her role as manager and supervisor while remaining strengths-based and solution-focused. Kat grounds her work in trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches. She has impressive skills in engaging others with authentic appreciation while offering irresistible invitations to delve deeply into how systems of oppression and privilege impact social work practice. Kat’s approach is exceptionally collaborative, inclusive, and embodies her capacity for radical listening.”

“I didn’t realize it then, but I met Kat at a pivotal point in my life and career. The lessons I have learned from her as a colleague have shaped me in my leadership journey. Kat has a deep commitment to the humanity and dignity of the people with whom she works. Part of what makes her so unique is her ability to identify when it is necessary to thoughtfully challenge the traditional boundaries of the mental health system in an effort to  preserve the autonomy, dignity and resilience of clients. Working with Kat opened my eyes to some of the ways that well meaning clinicians can unintentionally enact injustices on the clients they serve, and those are lessons I will never forget. Kat is a thoughtful listener and shares her sharp insights with humility and warmth. I would trust her with my most vulnerable clients and intractable organizational challenges. She provides intentional and transformative support.”