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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
201 Lomas Santa Fe Drive Ste. 490 Solana Beach, CA 92075
Do you feel stuck? Are you trapped in the same old fight, over and over? This is where I come in. As an LMFT specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help couples make sense of BIG feelings and stop relationship spirals in their tracks. This repetitive conflict isn't evidence that you are incompatible. In fact, it means your relationship is trying to grow, and you need the guidance to transition into your next evolution. Alone, it can feel so frustrating and heartbreaking. I help you decode the cycle, uncover the emotions underneath, and transform stuckness into deep connectedness.
I use EFT (emotionally focused therapy), an evidence-based approach with a 90% success rate in not only preserving relationships, but helping couples and individuals thrive in relationships. I am experienced in treating individuals and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, complex PTSD, complicated grief/loss, and identity-searching.
In our sessions, you will find me to be warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I practice a client-centered, humanistic approach, meaning I bring my authentic self into the room to meet you exactly where you are. Together, we will use your emotional system as a compass to navigate struggles, break old patterns and understand your story deeply.
Call or Katie Skouse now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 393-5900

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Solana Beach

201 Lomas Santa Fe Drive

Ste. 490

Solana Beach, CA 92075 map

(619) 393-5900
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via tele-health for convenience. I am available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Women's Issues 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I would love to tell you more about how we can work together. Schedule a Free 15 minute consultation for more info.
Katie Skouse
Let's Connect (619) 393-5900
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Solana Beach

201 Lomas Santa Fe Drive

Ste. 490

Solana Beach, CA 92075 map

(619) 393-5900
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via tele-health for convenience. I am available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Women's Issues 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I would love to tell you more about how we can work together. Schedule a Free 15 minute consultation for more info.
Katie Skouse

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Out of Network
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Verify your health care coverage when you book your first session.
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Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900
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Verify your health care coverage when you book your first session.
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Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 163404 Katie Skouse
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Alliant International University-Professional School of Psychology, Master of arts in marriage and family therapy, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Kansas Bachelor's of Science in Nursing / 2001
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I have more than 20 years experience as a RN working with hospice and palliative care for many years. I have over 10 years as a yoga and meditation instructor. My approach to healing is holistic in nature including body, mind, and spirit. In therapy we work to heal ALL of you.
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Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900
"
I have more than 20 years experience as a RN working with hospice and palliative care for many years. I have over 10 years as a yoga and meditation instructor. My approach to healing is holistic in nature including body, mind, and spirit. In therapy we work to heal ALL of you.
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD and relationship conflicts. Whether working with an individual or a couple these symptoms affect your life and your relationships. If you want less chaos and more peace, let's get to work!
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD and relationship conflicts. Whether working with an individual or a couple these symptoms affect your life and your relationships. If you want less chaos and more peace, let's get to work!
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900

6 Endorsements

The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Katie is a great part of the Heart of the Matter team. Her work includes the LGBTQ community for both individuals and couples. She is fully trained in EFT externship and Core Skills. She meets her clients with warmth and compassion.
Susan Heemstra
Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTMA
Katie is a wonderful therapist. She meets clients where they are. She works uses various modalities with individuals and fully trained in EFT for couples especially in the LGBTQ community. She's such a great help to her clients.
Elizabeth 'betsy' Hegardt
Elizabeth 'betsy' Hegardt
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Katie creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe and supported. She is trained in EFT- helping couples identify and interrupt negative cycles in their relationship. I'm grateful to call Katie a trusted and respected colleague.
Sabrina Kaiser
Sabrina Kaiser
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Katie is a highly intelligent, deeply caring therapist who is particularly skilled at providing client-centered care. Her calm presence and thoughtful approach to therapy make her a joy to work with and a genuine asset to our team!
Elizabeth Anne Deig
Elizabeth Anne Deig
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Katie is a skilled clinician who naturally creates a safe space for clients with her calm, warm, and caring presence. Katie's training in EFT makes her an excellent option for couples and individuals looking to heal their most valued relationships.
James John Soltis
James John Soltis
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTRNMS PsycRACUSCG Rt
I am honored to work with Katie Skouse, for the past 4 years, who is deeply committed to the principles of emotionally focused therapy, expertly helping individuals, and couples, process their core emotions and build secure, empathetic relationships.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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When guiding couples through relationship struggles I use emotionally focused therapy (EFT) because it is evidence based and has a 90 percent success rate to significantly improve your relationship. When working with individuals I blend in Internal family systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), mindfulness and I use a holistic approach to individualize your needs.
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900
"
When guiding couples through relationship struggles I use emotionally focused therapy (EFT) because it is evidence based and has a 90 percent success rate to significantly improve your relationship. When working with individuals I blend in Internal family systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), mindfulness and I use a holistic approach to individualize your needs.
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 393-5900

Location

Primary Location

Solana Beach

201 Lomas Santa Fe Drive

Ste. 490

Solana Beach, CA 92075

(619) 393-5900
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I offer therapy sessions in-person or via tele-health for convenience. I am available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 393-5900
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via tele-health for convenience. I am available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Katie Skouse, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Katie Skouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RN
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 393-5900