Kate Balke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77018
Let's Connect (832) 479-4331
As a therapist, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+/queer young adults, ages 16 and older, who are navigating the challenges of anxiety, perfectionism, and high expectations. My approach is warm, empathetic, and affirming, offering you a safe space to explore your identity, manage stress, and align with your true self. With experience as a school social worker, I bring a unique understanding of the pressures faced by high-achieving students and young professionals. My goal is to help you uncover your inner strength, challenge unhelpful patterns, and create the life you’ve envisioned.
For some, therapy is a way to problem-solve a specific issue, and for others, it is a chance to explore patterns and past events that may be sticking with you. Either way, my approach is personalized and adaptable, integrating various modalities like cognitive-based therapies, mindfulness, and meditation, depending on what best supports your journey.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to take it alone. Together, we’ll build a partnership based on trust, kindness, and respect to help you thrive on your own terms. I'm looking forward to connecting with you and exploring the opportunity to work together! Please reach out with any questions you may have - I'm best reached by email.
Call or Email Kate Balke now for a free 15 minute consultation - (832) 479-4331
Let's Connect (832) 479-4331
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Quest Behavioral Health
Kate Balke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (832) 479-4331
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 69596 Kathryn Lake Richter Balke
- Attended University of Houston , MSW
Education and Years In Practice
Kate Balke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (832) 479-4331
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Women's Issues
Kate Balke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (832) 479-4331
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Feminist
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Kate Balke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (832) 479-4331