About me

I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor licensed in the state of Utah. I am an EMDR trained therapist who has worked with clients who have experienced sexual abuse and sexual trauma. As a Clinical Mental Health therapist, I have spent my career working with children and teens. I understand how difficult it can be to struggle with mental health when you are in middle and high school. I have worked with teens who have been struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, trauma and abuse, conflicts with parents and family, and transitioning to adulthood. I hope that I will be able to guide you in developing the skills needed to navigate the transition from teen to adult, break negative generational patterns, and live your best life.

My counseling style is open and based around conversation. I help my clients to conceptualize their concerns and problems in a different light, changing the meaning of the stories they tell without changing the facts. I also help clients to develop different skills that can help to manage symptoms of distress in everyday life, such as mindfulness and meditation techniques and thought changing skills. My counseling style combines EMDR and Narrative therapy techniques with DBT, CNT, and mindfulness skills for a whole-body wellness approach.

I understand how difficult it can be to seek therapy for the first time and to find a therapist that you connect with. I applaud those who take the first step towards facing their issues and fears and hope that I am able to work with you to live your best life.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
  • ADHD
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Family conflicts , Eating disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Coping with life changes , Autism and Asperger Syndrome , Body image , Codependency , Control issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Years of Experience: 6

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

UT LCMHC 10502156-6004

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kathi-Ann Busha. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Oct 15, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Kathi-Ann has helped me get through the hardest time of my life and has shown me ways to trust myself! Highly recommend

Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Kathi-Ann is amazing! She balances our sessions really well between serious reflection and humor so that I can express and feel my difficult emotions without spiraling in them. She also does really well pushing me when I need it and giving me space to come to understandings on my own when that's the better way. I'm very grateful to have her help while working through my trauma.

Written on Sep 09, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 1 year and 9 months

Kathi-Ann Busha has been wonderful working with my extremely smart neurodivergent teen who can get lost in his head. He doesn't need behavioral strategies and algorithms, he needed someone to really get into his thought processes and help him figure things out. Other therapists would be contentious with him and tell him he was lazy. Kathi-Ann Busha took the time to understand him and where he was stuck and not tell him what to do, but help him understand himself and the situation where he felt empowered to make positive changes in his life. He felt understood.

Written on Sep 06, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I really like my therapist

Written on Apr 25, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

She is great at listening and helping me with my concerns. I feel like she really cares. And she has helped me deal with difficult situations.

Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 1 month

She has a wonderful personality and is good at what she does and connects well with our kiddo.

Written on Aug 10, 2023 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

I have only had one video session with Kathi-Ann Busha and it went really well. We are still in the early stages but I am confident that she and I will work great together! She is a fantastic listener and offers her expertise. She follows up and takes notes. Would definitely reccommend!

Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Kathi-Ann is an excellent listener and problem solver, even when I ramble on about issues and frustrations she always pulls out the parts that matter to examine. Her charisma helps me remember there are good people around us, and the world can be a nurturing place even if it doesn't seem so.

Written on Jun 10, 2023 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes

I really clicked with her and have respect for her.
She asks the right questioms

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief

I've only had 3 visits with Kathi-Ann, but so far I've enjoyed every one. I actually chose her because of her 3 years experience as a therapist. I wanted someone with a fresh view and perspective. She has helped me to be more compassionate towards myself..

Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Kathi-Ann is an amazing resource. She is really good at listening and saying all the right things

Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, and self esteem

Kathi-Ann gives a great outside perspective to internal problems. She has helped me understand triggers for my anxiety and depression. Also she has provided ways I can expect and understand those triggers before such anxiety episodes can get worse. Above all, she is a great listener and supporter in my life.

Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Kathi-Ann is a godsend and a great person. She is so thoughtful and responsive to my concerns and makes me feel seen and heard without judgement. I am so happy that I was assigned to her after the first attempt at finding a therapist on here which did not go well. If you have a hard time with a therapist, keep looking, I’m sure glad that I did!

Written on Jun 28, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Awesome! She listens and provides real solutions that make sense. She is very relatable and I really like talking to her.

Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues

Kathi has been great. She has helped me and continues to help me with some anxiety issues and other things. Thank you!

Written on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 11 months

My child is doing much much better than they were when they started therapy.

Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders

So far so good

Written on Mar 31, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes

Kathi is incredibly kind and patient. She’s been my favorite therapist by far. She’s very diligent and makes me feel important.

Written on Mar 20, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Really like kathi-Ann she is real and down to earth. First time I actually liked a therapist like a friend. I grateful I found her.

Written on Mar 03, 2022 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Kathie and Busha is trying really hard to help. I am so thankful for her.

Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

I absolutely love working with Kathi-Ann. She listens to me and helps me walk through my issues. She’s wonderful at keeping in contact between appointments. I feel that I’m progressing at working through true healing since working with her.

Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem

She is the best therapist that I have connected with on teencounseling.com. I am truly appreciative.

Written on Sep 22, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

I love Kathi-Ann! She is so kind, caring, and very good to talk to. I really appreciate the advice that she gives, especially because I use it in my day to day life. Working with young adults can be hard, but she does it with ease!

Written on Sep 16, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management

It’s been amazing. I was uncertain at first but I was open to it and I’m glad I took this step.

Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Kathi-Ann is a great listener who is great at taking notes & helping me process even when exploring a hard to talk about subject. The advice was relevant and very helpful. Practical ways to improve my quality of life were shared & provided a great relief. Definitely a help in my journey. Feedback provided was super insightful. Really a great support in a time of high stress. Helped me ensure I had a plan for success.

Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Thank you so much. I definitely feel supported with these valuable resources to get the assistance I need when I need them

Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Kathi-Ann is very professional, caring and responsive. In the short time I’ve had contact with her I’ve really been impressed. She makes me feel valid and safe.

Written on Jan 22, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 6 months

Kathi-Ann is one of the most compassionate and understanding counselors I’ve ever had. She supports my mental wellness and challenges me when I need it. I’ve grown so much these past few months. I’m excited about the work we do together and look forward to our weekly sessions.

Written on Jan 12, 2021 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue

Kathi-Ann has been a great counselor. She knows how to put things into perspective and never sounds judgmental or condescending.

Written on Dec 28, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts

Kathi-Ann is a great listener and felt like both a trusted friend and gave wise counsel. I am so grateful for the sessions we have had. She is so kind and compassionate.

Written on Nov 19, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months

Kathi-Ann has been wonderful for my daughter and we appreciate her so much!!

Written on Oct 31, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and anger management

Gives me time and space to feel and accept yet teaches me to do it on my own. She is always sure to be clear and thoughtful with her responses

Written on Oct 06, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd

We have great talks and I do feel valued!

Written on Sep 03, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

She’s amazing!

Written on Aug 31, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

It feels nice to finally speak what’s on my mind and finally be heard and for me to understand if i’m wrong or right in any situation.

Written on Aug 28, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Thank you for being you!!

Written on Aug 19, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Kathy has been working with me for only a couple weeks now and i’ve already seen and experienced change and progress. I feel completely understood and valued. I couldn’t have been matched with a better therapist.

Written on Aug 16, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

Kathi-Ann is very helpful and caring. I would recommend her!

Written on Jul 23, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and family conflicts

Kathi-Ann understood my struggles and helped me pinpoint things I never thought were problems. She has been a wonder help and person to work with.

Written on Jul 23, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management

Kathi-Ann is so wonderful. She is kind, attentive to my thoughts, she is not judgemental at all and for that I am grateful. She wants to hear me and gives me very good advice. She is punctual on all our calls and offers a variety of ways to work with her. I am really happy with Kathi-Ann she is incredible. She is helping me grow and forever I am very thankful and grateful.

Written on Jul 18, 2020 after therapy with Kathi-Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, and adhd

She is very helpful and insightful.

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