Clinical Supervisor & Outpatient Trauma Therapist

Katlyn Michaels, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CACGS

“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” – Brené Brown
Katlyn Michaels, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CACGS

Hi, I’m Katlyn. I’m a clinical supervisor and outpatient trauma therapist here at RBMH.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist.  I specialize in supporting people through grief, loss, and bereavement, as well as early attachment wounds, childhood trauma, medical and health-related challenges, and women’s issues, including relational and sexual trauma.
I especially love working with children, preteens (“tweens”), and teens. Helping young people and their families find understanding, healing, and hope is one of the most meaningful parts of my work. I also welcome clients across the lifespan into young adulthood.
I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Social Work from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, and am a proud member of the National Alliance for Children’s Grief.

Therapeutic Approach:

My therapy style is relational, always moving at a pace that feels safe and supportive.  I tailor my approach to each client with therapies such as Internal Family Systems (also known as “parts work”), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I often integrate creative, somatic/body-based, and experiential methods such as bibliotherapy, creative arts, breathwork, movement, play, and sand tray into our time together. In addition, I have completed  training and am approaching certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), an evidence-based trauma treatment specifically designed for children and adolescents.

I show up as a real person in the therapy room — warm, open-minded, and gently direct. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, affirmed, and understood. Whether we’re working through loss, trauma, or the challenges of growing up, my hope is that my office becomes a place where you can explore both what hurts and what’s possible.

Values & Philosophy:

Healing grows from safety, trust, and connection. I believe therapy should be a space where every part of you is welcomed with curiosity, not judgment. My approach is affirming, inclusive, and grounded in cultural humility, guided by the understanding that our personal stories are shaped by larger systems and environments. I see therapy as a partnership that helps you rediscover meaning, strength, and self-compassion.

A Little About Me:

I love reading (especially horror, thrillers, and romance!), exploring Renaissance Faires, traveling, and seeing my favorite bands in concert. I’m a lifelong learner with a deep curiosity about the human experience, often drawn to subjects like sociology, criminology, and history that help me understand people and the world more fully. For self-care, I enjoy meditation and yoga, writing, and arts & crafts.

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