Stokes Psychological

About Stokes Psychological

Evidence-Based Care

I have been trained in a variety of evidence-based treatments and modalities, and utilize these interventions and principles to provide individualized care to my clients. I most often utilize behavioral, traditional cognitive behavioral, and third-wave cognitive behavioral approaches in psychotherapy.

Trauma-Informed & Affirming

I have worked extensively with youth and adults who have experienced complex trauma over the lifespan. As such, I ensure the therapeutic environment is physically and emotionally safe for all. I strive to practice cultural humility and antiracism in all interactions, and am affirming to all LGBTQIA+ community members. I serve people of all backgrounds in my practice.

About Katherine Stokes

Hello & Welcome

Welcome- I am glad you are here. My name is Katherine (Katie) Stokes, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist (License #38310). I provide holistic, responsive, and evidence-based care to children, teens, and adults. My areas of specialty include treating disruptive behaviors (e.g., physical aggression, tantrums/defiance, self-harm, substance use) in children and teens, particularly utilizing behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy approaches, and treating internalizing problems (e.g., anxiety, depression, shame, low-self-esteem) across the lifespan utilizing third-wave cognitive behavioral approaches (e.g., balancing acceptance and change, building mindfulness and emotion regulation skills, exposure). If you have any questions or wish to set up a free phone consultation, please do not hesitate to contact me directly via phone or email.

Education & Training

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) - Baylor University, 2018

Master of Science in Clinical Psychology - Baylor University, 2015

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Criminal Justice - St. John's University, 2013

Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program - Child Track -

The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 2018-2019

Foundationally Trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Treatment Implementation Collaborative, 2018

Services

Individual Therapy: Children & Adolescents

I may be a good fit for your child or adolescent, ages 6 and up, if they seem to be struggling with:

anxiety
depression
mood swings/intense emotions
low self-esteem
tantrums/defiance
physical or property aggression
self-harm
substance use
response to a past or recent traumatic event

Individual Therapy: Adults

Individual Therapy: Children & Adolescents

I may be a good fit for you if you are struggling with:

anxiety
depression
mood swings/intense emotions
interpersonal difficulties
parenting through difficult behaviors
habits or behavior patterns that misalign with your values or long-term goals
response to a past or recent traumatic event

Telehealth

Individual Therapy: Children & Adolescents

Telehealth

I provide teletherapy sessions on a secure virtual platform for adults (ages 18+). As an active member (Mobility E.Passport #17189) of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), I am able to provide telehealth to clients in more than 38 states. Please view the PSYPACT map (https://psypact.org/mpage/psypactmap) to determine if you live in a state eligible for teletherapy services. Note that the client must be physically located in one of the participating states at the time services are delivered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at kstokes@stokespsychological.com or (254) 218-3813 if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What are your fees for services?

Initial 15-20 minute phone consultation: free
Initial session: $200 (60 minutes)
Subsequent sessions: $200 (50 minutes)

Note: in-person and virtual sessions are charged at the same rate

I aim to make my services available to those who need it most. I have a limited number of sliding scale appointments available for those with economic need. Don't hesitate to contact me to inquire if any sliding scale slots are currently available.

Do you accept insurance?

I do not- I am an out-of-network provider. However, if you have out-of-network mental health coverage, I can provide you with a superbill (a statement of your payment) to seek reimbursement with your insurance company. I suggest that you reach out to your insurance provider directly to inquire if you may be able to seek reimbursement for services in this manner.

Are there any benefits to working with an out-of-network provider?

While the financial cost is certainly higher, some benefits of working with an out-of-network provider include:

privacy- your insurance company will not have access to your mental health records for authorization, as they would if you used an in-network provider
expertise- you are able to seek out a provider with expertise specific to your presenting concerns, rather than being limited to providers that accept your insurance
flexibility- you are not limited by insurance rules about number of sessions allowed or types of therapy covered, so your provider can individualize your care
availability- private-pay clinicians often have more immediate availability

Do you provide the full model of Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

I currently provide DBT-informed therapy, such that I utilize the principles and interventions found in the DBT treatment manual to conceptualize cases and treat individuals struggling with emotional and behavioral dysregulation. However, at this time, I do not offer phone coaching or skills groups, other main components of fully-adherent DBT treatment. If this type of treatment is of interest to you, I am happy to assist you in finding the most appropriate provider.