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Kathleen A Pater

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Available both in-person and online
621 North Sherman Avenue Madison, WI 53704
With 23 years of experience, I help people heal from trauma and reconnect with their innate capacity for balance, resilience, and self-trust. Using somatic, nervous system-informed approaches, I support clients in moving beyond overthinking, overachieving, and chronic striving. Together, we cultivate body awareness, re-regulate the nervous system, and restore connection to your inner wisdom. My goal is to help you create greater ease, energy, creativity, and harmony so you can live from a place of authenticity rather than survival.
I really want to go deep with folks I'm working with. I appreciate the healing power of humor, tears and holding space for a grounded calm nervous system.
Call or Kathleen A Pater now for a free 15 minute consultation - (608) 912-3910

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

621 North Sherman Avenue

Madison, WI 53704 map

(608) 912-3910

Mental Health collective

2961 Yarmouth Greenway Drive

Fitchburg, WI 53711 map

My website
Hi I have immediate openings in person or online! I am able to do couples sessions as well!
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (608) 912-3910
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

621 North Sherman Avenue

Madison, WI 53704 map

(608) 912-3910

Mental Health collective

2961 Yarmouth Greenway Drive

Fitchburg, WI 53711 map

My website
Hi I have immediate openings in person or online! I am able to do couples sessions as well!
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Dean Health
  • Quartz
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Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (608) 912-3910
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Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (608) 912-3910

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Wisconsin / 7583-123 Kathleen A Pater
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Loyola Chicago, MSW , Graduated 2008
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDRia 2024
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22 years of experience as a therapist!
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910
"
22 years of experience as a therapist!
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Grief, trauma, navigating big life changes, anxiety, over functioning/thinking, relationship and attachment challenges.
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910
"
Grief, trauma, navigating big life changes, anxiety, over functioning/thinking, relationship and attachment challenges.
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910

4 Endorsements

Victoria Rose Dietz
Victoria Rose Dietz
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Katie is an amazing therapist who truly takes the time to meet people where they are. Her knowledge of somatic-focused therapies is expansive and I would recommend her to any couple or individual looking for support!
Haley Ostrander
Haley Ostrander
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Katy is a genuine, knowledgeable, and skilled clinician. She brings a grounded and supportive presence to shared space. She is a strong advocate for her clients and a thoughtful and collaborative colleague. I would strongly recommend working with her.
Tyler Schueffner
Tyler Schueffner
CounselorLPC-IT
I have known and worked with Kathleen for many years and appreciate her insight, commitment to clients, and dedication to the healing profession. Empathic and grounded in relational connections and

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Mixed Race
Native American

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Mixed Race
Native American

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
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I specialize in emotionally focused attachment work.
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910
"
I specialize in emotionally focused attachment work.
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 912-3910

Location

Primary Location

621 North Sherman Avenue

Madison, WI 53704

(608) 912-3910

Additional Location

Mental Health collective

2961 Yarmouth Greenway Drive

Fitchburg, WI 53711

(608) 912-3910

Nearby Areas

"
Hi I have immediate openings in person or online! I am able to do couples sessions as well!
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (608) 912-3910
"
Hi I have immediate openings in person or online! I am able to do couples sessions as well!
Photo of Kathleen A Pater, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kathleen A Pater
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (608) 912-3910