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Katya Gaynor(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Social Work, MSWCertified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHT
North Carolina
Addiction- Anxiety - Existential crisis & challenges- Relationship issues-Self-esteem- Trauma-
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Professional statement

Katya is an LCSWA with a passion for helping people reclaim a sense of wholeness in a world that tells us we’re broken. She holds degrees in neuroscience and clinical social work, along with certifications in trauma-focused hypnotherapy and various mindfulness and meditation practices. Katya has over 10 years of experience working with traditional and alternative modalities, and is devoted to offering and teaching the most effective pathways for safe and sustainable healing and transformation.

Katya supports clients with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, addiction, self esteem, and trauma. Her specialty is working with trauma by utilizing traditional therapy as well as subconscious and somatic approaches to find release and resolution. The work is holistic, dynamic, and effective in helping clients release trauma patterns that have kept them in survival, so they can gain the energy and tools to finally thrive as their authentic selves.

Katya is available for in-person sessions in West Asheville, as well as tele-health throughout North Carolina.


Message to clients

Are you living in ways you know aren't serving you, but are unsure how to change? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of thinking or acting that hurt yourself and others, yet you're struggling to find a way out. Or you might feel like your sense of self worth is dependent on what you do, and despite being a high achiever you still feel like you're not good enough. You might struggle with your sensitivity and experience repetitive and painful relationship patterns, or an inner conflict about what you want and how to move forward. If this is you, you're in the right place.

I know you long to feel empowered to create the life you know (or hope) is possible. Imagine what it would be like if you could transform your suffering into emotional stability and inspiration. What if you could stop living for others and start living for you, have the courage to express yourself fully, and experience more authentic love, joy & connection?

My passion helping those who have experienced trauma to reclaim a sense of wholeness after being convinced they were broken. My intention is to help you reconnect with an unshakable sense of self-love and self-trust, to shift from surviving to thriving, to have a healthy sense of self, fulfilling relationships, and connection to the good life has to offer. I am committed to offering care that feels safe, inclusive, and accessible.


Licensure

North Carolina: P020384

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (60min)