Katherine Oakenshield, LMFT
Queer-affirming therapist for kink and relationships
- LGBTQ and kink-friendly
- Relationship and family therapy
- Attachment-informed care
About Katherine Oakenshield
Katherine Oakenshield is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Arizona who brings an affirming, culturally attuned approach to working with queer, kink, and non-monogamous communities. They combine clinical training with lived experience to support people navigating relationship complexity, identity questions, parenting challenges, and issues related to intimacy, sexuality, and self-esteem. As an LMFT, Katherine focuses on the dynamics that shape relationships and family systems while attending to individual mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and stress.
Katherine identifies with multiple communities and brings that perspective into therapy, welcoming clients from LGBTQ backgrounds and those involved in kink, BDSM, and alternative sexual cultures. They also have experience supporting people with attachment concerns, body image struggles, gender dysphoria, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship structures, and young adult transitions. Their work attends to both practical skills - for example communication and coping strategies - and deeper emotional patterns that influence how people connect with themselves and others.
Therapeutically, Katherine draws from attachment-based foundations, client-centered principles, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused approaches, and elements of the Gottman Method to tailor interventions to each person or couple. They describe therapy as a collaborative exploration of values, purpose, and growth, with an emphasis on progress rather than perfection. Katherine is also a parent and frames clinical work with a sense of curiosity, compassion, and cultural fluency.
Please note that Katherine manages their own schedule and their calendar may show no openings for that reason; if the profile shows available openings for new clients, that indicates weekly time slots are currently available.
Katherine identifies with multiple communities and brings that perspective into therapy, welcoming clients from LGBTQ backgrounds and those involved in kink, BDSM, and alternative sexual cultures. They also have experience supporting people with attachment concerns, body image struggles, gender dysphoria, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship structures, and young adult transitions. Their work attends to both practical skills - for example communication and coping strategies - and deeper emotional patterns that influence how people connect with themselves and others.
Therapeutically, Katherine draws from attachment-based foundations, client-centered principles, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused approaches, and elements of the Gottman Method to tailor interventions to each person or couple. They describe therapy as a collaborative exploration of values, purpose, and growth, with an emphasis on progress rather than perfection. Katherine is also a parent and frames clinical work with a sense of curiosity, compassion, and cultural fluency.
Please note that Katherine manages their own schedule and their calendar may show no openings for that reason; if the profile shows available openings for new clients, that indicates weekly time slots are currently available.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
LGBTParenting issues
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCommunication problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameLife purposePolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Katherine Oakenshield have?
Katherine Oakenshield has 4 years of clinical experience.
Is Katherine Oakenshield a licensed therapist?
Yes. They hold the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: AZ LMFT LMFT-15607.
In which languages does Katherine Oakenshield provide therapy?
English.
Where is Katherine Oakenshield located?
Arizona.
How can I work with Katherine Oakenshield as my therapist?
You can work with Katherine Oakenshield through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Katherine Oakenshield work with international clients?
Katherine Oakenshield does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katherine Oakenshield cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Care and Flexible Online Sessions
Attachment-Based Therapy centers on how early bonds shape current relationships and emotional responses. It helps people understand recurring patterns in closeness and distance so they can build more secure, connected relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the therapist's unconditional positive regard, active listening, and collaboration; it creates space for clients to lead the pace and focus of therapy while feeling seen and respected. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve day-to-day functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Katherine works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore what feels useful in practice and adjust the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and supportive.
Online therapy with Katherine uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer greater flexibility for busy schedules, long-distance clients within the same country, and people who prefer different modes of communication. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into life responsibilities, and access licensed professionals from familiar environments.
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