Mindbody Psychology LLC
Achieving a life worth living with physical and mental well-being
Experience compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy with Dr. Kathryn Bottonari, Licensed Clinical Psychologist (SC#1216).
Meet Dr Kathryn Bottonari, PhD
Dr. Kathryn Bottonari, PhD is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals with complex physical and mental health experiences. Her approach focuses first on empowering individuals to identify their values and goals for living. She then works with them to overcome challenges from chronic illness, pain, trauma, anxiety and depression, and substance misuse, helping them achieve their personal goals. Dr Bottonari utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) strategies flexibly to help individuals meet their goals.
Treatment approach
- Intake appointment with treatment planning and goal setting
- Ongoing assessment of gains via patient reported outcomes
- Treatment plans can vary from shorter-term (4-6 sessions) to longer-term (12-15) with maintenance sessions as needed
Education
University at Buffalo
State University of New York (SUNY)
Buffalo, NY
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, 2008
M.A., Psychology, 2005
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA
B.A., Psychology, 1999
Areas of Focus
Chronic Illness
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Chronic Pain
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- Cognitive-Behavioral for IBS/GI disorders
- Cognitive-Behavioral for Headaches
Mood Disorders
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Depression and Bipolar Disorder
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Depression
Anxiety/Trauma
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders (e.g., GAD, Panic)
- Written Exposure Therapy for PTSD (WET)
- Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE)
Substance Use Disorders
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Relapse Prevention (CBT-SUD)
- Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
More about Dr. B...
- Warm, genuine approach to therapeutic relationships
- Over 15 years' experience working with medically and psychiatrically complex veterans
- Motivated to tailor treatment plans to individual needs
Rates
- Free 15-minute initial consultation (phone or video)
- $225 per 55-min therapy session
Dr. Bottonari is currently available for late afternoon, early evening, and weekend appointments.
Dr. Bottonari does not take insurance. She can, however, provide a detailed superbill containing all necessary information for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Mindbody Psychology LLC currently offers virtual psychotherapy in South Carolina.
Please reach out for a free 15-minute consultation
Dr. Bottonari can be reached by phone at 843-501-2034 or via email at drkathrynbottonari@gmail.com
Mindbody Psychology, LLC
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