Kathryn Hamma Clavin-Vunkannon LCSW

During our first session, we'll review your intake together, giving you the opportunity to add or adjust anything as we go. I may ask additional questions to better understand your needs. From there, we'll begin setting your goals and outlining some initial steps to help you move forward. We'll also focus on building your motivation, identifying your strengths, and fostering the belief that you have the power to create your best life.

As we progress through our sessions, you’ll uncover your motivation, feel empowered, and achieve your goals one step at a time. Along the way, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your strengths, and skills such as healthy communication, effective coping, setting boundaries, fostering independence, and practicing self-care. Together, we’ll work to help you build the confidence and create the life you envision.

My strengths as a therapist include: Empathy and Inclusivity: I demonstrate a deep understanding and sensitivity toward diverse populations, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, ENM/Poly relationships, and other minority groups, fostering a safe and nonjudgmental environment. Client-Centered Approach: I actively involve clients in the therapeutic process, ensuring their input is valued and central to their journey. Strength-Based Focus: I excel at helping clients identify and build upon their existing strengths to create positive change and achieve their goals. Encouragement and Motivation: I emphasize fostering motivation and belief in clients' abilities to overcome challenges and create their best lives. Skill Development: I provide tools and guidance to enhance self-awareness, healthy communication, coping strategies, boundary-setting, and self-care, empowering clients to navigate life more effectively. Goal-Oriented Support: I focus on helping clients establish and work toward achievable goals with a structured, step-by-step approach. Creating a Comfortable Atmosphere: I have an open-minded and supportive demeanor creates a relaxed and welcoming therapeutic space where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges. Holistic Growth: I prioritize not only addressing immediate concerns but also fostering long-term growth, independence, and confidence in my clients. These qualities highlight my ability to create meaningful connections and guide clients through their healing and growth journey effectively.

• New York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 085891

I have experience working with a diverse range of clients, primarily in outpatient settings. My work has focused on supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship issues, and feelings of disconnection. I have also worked extensively with LGBTQIA+ individuals, those in ENM/Poly relationships, and other minority groups. My approach involves helping clients recognize their strengths, build healthy support systems, develop effective coping strategies, practice mindfulness, enhance motivation, improve communication, manage stress, and achieve their personal goals. I strive to create a supportive, open-minded, and relaxed environment where clients feel encouraged and empowered.