Katelyn Shields, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Katelyn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Katelyn is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Katelyn
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with and who fits your needs can be a challenging task. I specialize in working with LGBQAIP, Trans, GNC, Non-binary, and 2-spirit communities, and I’m currently pursuing a certification in Sex Therapy. My hope is that the information provided here will help you move closer to finding the therapist that is right for you or continuing your search elsewhere. Therapy can be scary, vulnerable, difficult, exciting, unexpected, rewarding, and completely life-changing. I’m here for all of that and whatever else our work brings us.
I love being a therapist and can help many people with a variety of life’s challenges. I work with individuals, couples, and 2-plus relationships, and I’m Kinky, BDSM, and Poly-friendly. As I personally identify with many of the above-mentioned identities, I can provide therapy and expertise from a place of lived experience.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Solution-Focused
Licenses
Katelyn Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861890717.
- LMFT · California · 101322 · Renews December 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Katelyn Shields offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Katelyn Shields works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Katelyn Shields speak?
Katelyn Shields speaks English.
How many years of experience does Katelyn Shields have?
Katelyn Shields has 8 years of experience.
Where is Katelyn Shields licensed to practice?
Katelyn Shields is licensed to practice in California.
Does Katelyn Shields accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Katelyn Shields does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Katelyn Shields offer?
Katelyn Shields offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Katelyn Shields?
Katelyn Shields can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Katelyn Shields?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.