Therapist profile
Dr. Katherine (Kate) Bergam, LMFT
California
Dr. Katherine (Kate) Bergam, LMFT - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 44399
- NPI1508901695
- Experience22 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- stress and anger support
- sleep and routines
- communication skills
About Katherine
Dr. Katherine (Kate) Bergam is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 22 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career concerns, ADHD, relationships, grief, and coaching. Sessions start with straightforward conversations about what is most urgent for the client.
Her style is practical and respectful. She listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, then helps people try new ways of responding. That can include learning skills for calming down, shifting negative self-talk, and improving day-to-day routines like sleep or work habits.
Kate often focuses on communication and behavior changes people can use right away. She pays attention to how thoughts, feelings, and situations interact. When anger shows up, she helps clients notice triggers and practice alternative responses that reduce tension.
Over two decades she has supported people dealing with isolation, panic attacks, hoarding concerns, body image, and end-of-life issues among other topics. Work may involve short-term skill building or longer conversations about life purpose and grieving losses.
She asks clients to identify goals and then tracks progress together. The therapy approach emphasizes clear steps and regular check-ins so people can see what changes are happening and what still needs attention.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online practice
Dr. Bergam describes her work as evidence-based and practical. Two approaches she commonly applies are skill-based behavioral work and cognitive strategies. Behavioral work focuses on changing routines and habits such as sleep schedules or anger responses, which can reduce day-to-day stress and make problems more manageable. Cognitive strategies involve noticing unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and trying alternative ways of interpreting situations to lower reactive responses. She also uses communication-focused work to help people speak more clearly and set boundaries. That kind of practice is useful when anger appears around misunderstandings, workplace pressure, or relationship strain. Finding which combination of techniques fits best is part of the therapy process. She works collaboratively with clients to set goals, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what helps. The biography does not specify which session formats are offered. Confirm the current online session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let a person practice new skills between sessions in their regular life and bring those experiences back to discuss changes and next steps.Areas of focus
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she help with?
She works with adults who notice snapping at loved ones, building resentment, or trouble calming down. Anger is addressed alongside related concerns like stress, sleep, and relationships.
How would she approach work on temper and reactivity?
Her approach is practical and skill-focused. She helps clients identify triggers, learn calming strategies, and try different ways of responding to reduce repeated patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional experience working with adults on anxiety, panic, sleep, grief, and other concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, credentialed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Does she conduct sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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