A better relationship starts here.

I work best with men & women in their 30s and 40s who are burdened by self-doubt, self-censorship, guilt, anxiety, and an overall feeling of 'blah' about life—

helping them move from coping to living.

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Welcome to psychotherapy that works.

Stop shrinking yourself.

Get closer to others.

Speak up.

Be more playful.

One-on-One

Couples

Therapy for Anxiety

Jennifer stopped messaging her ex compulsively.

Hi, I'm
Kate Winkler

If you're looking to experience more genuine connection and vibrancy in life, I can help.

My patients often describe how their feelings of disconnection and loneliness make it difficult to express their needs and practice healthy boundaries in relationships, whether that's with friends, family, romantic partners, or colleagues.

I can help you increase your confidence so that you can feel good about yourself and relate more deeply and authentically to others.

By paying close attention to your moment-to-moment experience, we'll address unconscious thought patterns, regulate your anxiety, and learn from your emotions.

I offer a powerful combination of challenge, deep listening, honest feedback, plenty of humor, encouragement, and practice.

If you frequently wonder why you haven't said something, wish you had commented, or over-analyze whether you behaved the right way, my therapy approach is tailored just for you.

What do you want? What are you scared of? We'll shed light on blind spots that sabotage you from cultivating a stronger sense of self-worth and healthier relationships.

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Why work with me?

Get unstuck.

Feeling stuck usually means you’re doing more of the same without even realizing it—like hitting replay on a playlist you don’t even like. I help you spot those patterns as they’re happening, bringing them into the light in real-time so you can start shifting them right there in the therapy room. It’s hard work, and facing what feels intolerable isn’t easy—but I’ll be right there with you, staying in your corner through the challenges and breakthroughs.

Trust your psyche.

When we talk, nothing’s off-limits—stuff you’ve pushed aside, felt weird about, or didn’t think mattered. I make it easier to let those things come up naturally because they’re all part of the bigger picture. The more you notice what’s bubbling beneath the surface, the less likely it’ll catch you off guard later. It's not about fixing yourself — it's about knowing that everything your mind brings up has a reason and can help you understand yourself better.

Reduce self-deception.

Using my style and training in dynamic therapy, I pay close attention to subtle signals—your tone, facial expressions, and a variety of little-known signs of anxiety that can quietly shift you from being honest with yourself to saying something well-rehearsed and safe. By noticing where you tend to avoid or distort certain feelings, I help you face what’s really going on beneath the surface. By being more honest with yourself, decisions start to feel clearer, and relationships feel more connected and real—reducing second-guessing and pretending.