Therapist profile
Jill Katell, LMFT
California
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / MFT27276
- NPI1194980334
- Experience25 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Anger management skills
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship patterns
About Jill
Jill Katell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 25 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are struggling with anger, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges around relationships and parenting. Her work also covers career changes, grief, intimacy-related concerns, and issues that affect everyday functioning like sleep and eating difficulties.
Jill keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She listens to how anger or other problems show up day to day and helps clients notice patterns that keep them stuck. Conversations focus on concrete ways to respond differently - for instance managing sudden irritability, handling resentment at work, or coping with another person’s anger at home.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice in California working with adults facing major life transitions and chronic stress. Over the years she has helped people rebuild confidence after trauma and improve communication that erodes under pressure. Jill uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide that work and adapts the pace to each person’s needs.
Sessions are intended to be collaborative and practical. Jill helps people set manageable goals, try new strategies in day-to-day life, and review what works. She encourages clear feedback so changes can be adjusted as progress is made.
If someone wants to explore therapy, Jill asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The initial steps are focused on clarifying immediate concerns and deciding practical next steps together.
How sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Jill uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anger and related concerns. Cognitive-behavioral style approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding to triggers, which can reduce reactive behavior. Trauma-informed methods focus on stabilizing distress and building coping strategies so intense emotions become more manageable over time.Finding the right approach is collaborative. Jill works with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals. She adjusts the method and pace based on feedback and real-world results so the work stays practical and relevant.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the profile does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time on workdays. Talk with the therapist during the matching process about whether sessions should be longer, more frequent, or arranged around work and caregiving routines.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger problems does she help with?
She works with people who snap at loved ones, feel building resentment, struggle with workplace frustration, or are affected by someone else’s anger. The profile lists anger alongside related concerns such as stress and relationship issues.
How would she approach work on anger?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on noticing patterns and trying concrete strategies. The aim is to develop alternative responses and improve day-to-day functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working in clinical settings in California. Her work spans trauma, mood concerns, and long-term stress.
What are her professional credentials and where is she based?
She is a California LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices in California.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only according to the profile.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is determined when selecting a plan.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. The first meeting clarifies priorities and next steps.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.