I am deeply passionate about being a therapist it is much more than a career to me and shows in the work I do, as well as the ongoing learning and trainings I am continually seeking. I believe healing happens when people feel truly seen, safe, and understood—often for the first time. I am especially drawn to working with trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, and the relational challenges that shape this. Many of my clients identify as "neurodivergent (ADHD, autism, AuDHD) and struggle with things like low self-esteem, perfectionism, and expressing needs/wants. Often this can affect how and who we love, function, and navigate major life transitions like divorce, parenting, career, grief, and medical care-taking. I don’t view therapy as “fixing” people, but as walking alongside them as they reconnect with their strengths, rewrite painful patterns, and build relationships rooted in security and self-trust. This work matters to me because I have seen how powerful it is when someone realizes their story makes sense—and that change is possible. My focus is on building a safe and trusting relationship where I get to know you as an individual without judgement. I have worked in hospitals, schools, community/public health, but nothing has brought me as much joy and fulfillment as private practice.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Native American, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English, spanish
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoanalytic Therapy Based on Freud’s theories, it explores unconscious conflicts and past experiences. It seeks to bring hidden issues into awareness.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: My approach as a therapist is integrative and trauma-focused, drawing from multiple evidence-based modalities to meet each client where they are. I utilize an individualized approach and pull from multiple modalities based on the clients needs. I use EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), attachment-informed strategies, and other therapeutic techniques to help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and build resilience. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in safety and trust. By combining approaches, I support clients in addressing past wounds, navigating current challenges, and developing practical tools to create healthier relationships with themselves and others. My goal is to help clients feel empowered, understood, and capable of creating meaningful, lasting change in their lives
Education & Credentials
Owelleth Mental Health LMFT, MedFT
- Female
- License # 2019-071
- Licensed in north dakota
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: Katrina received her graduate degrees from the University of Nebraska for both marriage and family therapy (MS) as well as her Medical Family therapy. She is trained to see individuals and has additional training to see systems (families, couples, groups) and those with medical diagnosis, caregiving
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 190
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Sliding scale is offered to those that qualify
- Accepts Insurance
- BCBS, Sanford
Owelleth Mental Health Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Fargo, ND 58103 and Williston, ND 58801
- Available Online for residents of Missouri, North Dakota
- Online Therapy Details: LINK
I have both an online and physical practice (located in the FM area), my in person days/times are more limited. My virtual practice allows me to see clients in locations/times that are more convenient and flexible. During spring, summer, and fall I offer nature based therapy services. Beginning in fall 2026 I will begin offering equine therapy as well!