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Cathytrenary

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Your path back to connection

Relationships can be meaningful and fulfilling, and at times, challenging. If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, I offer a space to understand what’s happening and find your way back to connection.
Relationship Healing

Understanding what’s keeping you stuck

Understanding what’s keeping you stuck

Relationships aren’t always easy to prioritize, especially with the pace of everyday life.
Over time, it can start to feel like you’re having the same conversations, missing each other, or
unsure how to move forward.
This work is about making sense of those patterns and creating a different way of relating.

My Approach

My work blends practical tools for communication and repair through the Gottman Method, with deeper exploration of patterns using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic, nervous system-based approaches.Together, we begin to shift how you communicate, how you respond, and how you relate to one another.

This might feel familiar

You keep having the same conversation, and it never really gets resolved.
You don’t feel heard, or you’re not sure how to express what you need without it turning into conflict.
You can feel the distance, even when you’re sitting right next to each other.
And part of you wonders how it got here.

Hi, I’m Cathy

I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in relationships. I help couples who feel stuck in the same patterns learn how to communicate in a way that actually lands, repair more effectively, and reconnect in a more intentional way.

My work is grounded in the Gottman Method, along with Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and somatic therapy. I know that true healing goes beyond a single technique. It’s about the small, consistent steps you take every day, supported by the right knowledge and encouragement.

Wounding often happens in relationships, but so does healing. I offer a space where you can understand what’s happening beneath the surface and begin finding your way back to each other.

About Cathy Trenary

A space to understand and reconnect

I’m here to support you as you make sense of what’s been happening and begin creating a different way forward, one that feels more connected and more aligned.

Something may feel off in your relationship

And when you really think about it… it's been this way for a while. What started as just "a rough patch" now feels like a pattern you can't shake. Conversations that used to feel easy now turn into tension, distance, or silence.

A different way forward

With the right support, you can begin to understand what’s happening beneath these patterns. From there, communication starts to shift, repair becomes more possible, and connection can begin to rebuild. This work creates space for both of you to feel heard and move forward in a more intentional way.

How I Can Support You

I offer therapy for individuals and couples who want to better understand themselves and create a different way of connecting and communicating.
Whether you’re feeling stuck in patterns, navigating a transition, or wanting to strengthen your relationship, this work is guided by what you need.

IFS Parts Work

A way to understand the different parts of yourself and how they show up in your thoughts, emotions, and relationships.

Couples Therapy

Gottman-informed work focused on communication, repair, and understanding the patterns that keep you stuck.

Individual Therapy

Support for navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, and the patterns that shape how you relate to yourself and others.

Women's Mindfulness Circle

A space for reflection, connection, and building awareness through mindfulness and parts work.

Grief Circle

A space to move through loss in connection with others who understand.

Psychedelic Integration Therapy

Support for making sense of your experiences and integrating insights into your day-to-day life.

Upcoming Activities
& Events

2 december

Holistic Nutrition Guide

fee: $90

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10 december

Yoga with Bryan Smith

fee: $190

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22 december

Aromatheraphy course

fee: $190

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Michael L
3 months ago
Now more than ever, men, good men should consider standing next to powerful women and say “YES, I seek therapy!”

I don’t know if I am a good man, but I want to be better, and I want to do better. Life can be challenging, painful, confusing, and lonely at times. But no one has to do it alone. I am grateful that I found Cathy and to be able to go to her for guidance.

Cathy is a patient, kind, compassionate, understanding, and empathetic professional who feels like a supportive and knowledgeable teammate. She does not make me feel less or more — just that this is what’s happening and I can overcome — and she helps me feel seen and heard.

I never feel judged and I feel safe to tell her everything —literally everything, knowing she will help me ground and reflect. I do not want to stagnate if I am stuck in patterns and I do not want to be validated for unrealistic thought processes. Her approach is balanced and I can tell that she truly cares.

Thank you Cathy!
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Erin Gillman
5 months ago
With an incredibly calm and grounding presence, Cathy gently guides you through an exploration of the many parts of ourselves that shape who we are. She creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental, making it easier to be honest and open. Through her caring approach and thoughtfully timed questions, Cathy helps you gain insight into patterns, emotions, and inner parts you may have been unconsciously repressing. Her guidance allows for deeper self-understanding, compassion, and meaningful personal growth. I’m so grateful for my sessions with Cathy and I recommend her to anyone looking to gain a deeper sense of personal exploration and self-understanding.
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Yasmine Rugarli
6 months ago
Cathy is an incredible therapist with a rare capacity to listen deeply, hold compassion, and gently untangle what feels complex.

My IFS (Internal Family Systems) session with her felt like an invitation to meet parts of myself with curiosity and tenderness. Through subtle visual and sensory cues, she guided me into what felt almost like a light hypnotic state, where everything became clearer and more connected.
It’s rare in therapy to move beyond the mind and truly reconnect with the heart and body. With Cathy, that shift happened naturally.

I’m deeply grateful for the experience and highly recommend working with her to anyone seeking meaningful, inner work.
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Wisdom yatra
6 months ago
Cathy is a wonderful therapist and an equally wonderful human being. We first met her when she joined one of our immersive tours, and her warmth and gentle presence were instantly noticeable. She carries that same energy into her work as a therapist deeply compassionate, grounded, and truly supportive.

Her approach helps you feel safe, understood, and cared for. If you’re looking for a therapist who leads with both heart and wisdom, Cathy is someone we would genuinely recommend. 🫶🏻
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Mireia Martorell
6 months ago
I had such a powerful session with Cathy. She guided me through the Internal Family Systems approach and helped me uncover and understand things from my past that I didn’t fully see before. The session was deeply transformative, and I felt so relieved and liberated afterwards. I highly recommend working with her
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Albert Mercurio
11 months ago
Cathy is kind, skilled, intentional, and very approachable 😊. I especially like how she sometimes takes a moment to respond. It's those little thoughtful touches that give her own Cathy flair to her practice that I appreciate.

We hosted a couple of lovely community gatherings together about romantic relationships and grief and she was a pleasure to work with. She did a great job holding the room and bringing skilled professionalism to our gathering. The participants seemed to really value her input and helpful suggestions too 😊.

Thanks Cathy!

"We're all just walking each other home."

— Ram Dass

Start with a conversation

If something in your relationship or within yourself has been feeling off, this is a space to begin making sense of it.

Safe and Supportive Environment

I create a welcoming space where you feel empowered, respected, and motivated to reach your full potential

Flexible Programs for Busy Lives

I know life can be hectic. Sessions are designed to be flexible and realistic, so you can integrate healing into your day.

Let’s create a future where you feel connected to the best version of yourself.

Commitment to Your Growth

I’m here to be your partner in healing, cheering you on and adjusting your plan as you grow and evolve.

Support for Sustainable Change

My goal isn’t just short-term success. I help you create lasting habits that support long-term wellness and happiness.

Get in touch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best part of the work for you?

The best part of my work is witnessing transformation, supporting people through challenge, and helping them experience a greater sense of calm.

I’ve always had a passion for all things related to mind, body, and spirit. Before starting my private practice, I worked as a high school counselor, where I supported students through academic and emotional challenges. I also owned a Pilates and Reiki studio, where I noticed clients naturally opening up emotionally. Across both settings, I saw how much people were wanting more space to be heard, which led me to pursue a more in depth helping role.

I also worked as a wellness coach with Headspace, taught 8 week mindfulness programs in high schools, and served as an adjunct professor at George Washington University, where I taught stress management. These experiences continue to shape how I show up today, supporting clients in deepening their understanding of themselves and learning tools for stress management, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation.

From my perspective, therapy is about making the covert overt and growing awareness. It’s about bringing into awareness what may be operating outside of it.

I see therapy as having two parts. One is having a space to process emotions related to the past, present, and even what’s anticipated in the future. The second is learning how to work with what comes up by developing tools to regulate emotions, strengthen communication, set boundaries, express needs, and make requests.

My work is integrative and tailored to each person and relationship. I draw primarily from Internal Family Systems (IFS), the Gottman Method for couples, mindfulness-based practices, and somatic approaches.

This means we’re not just talking about what’s happening, we’re also understanding the patterns underneath it, building practical tools for communication and connection, and helping your nervous system feel more regulated and supported.

I also incorporate psychedelic preparation and integration work when appropriate.

I work with individuals and couples who want to better understand themselves and their relationships.

This often includes people navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I also work with couples who want support with communication, rebuilding trust, deepening connection, or moving toward the next stage of their relationship.

Many of my clients have done some personal work already and are looking for a more meaningful, grounded way to move forward.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in California. My training includes Internal Family Systems (IFS), the Gottman Method for couples therapy (Level 3), mindfulness-based approaches, and somatic therapy.

I am also certified in psychedelic-assisted therapy through Naropa University and support clients with preparation and integration work.

Before private practice, I taught stress management and facilitated mindfulness-based programs in both educational and wellness settings. My background also includes teaching yoga and Pilates, which shapes how I bring awareness to the body and nervous system into our work together. My approach is grounded in both clinical training and real-world experience.

The first step is to schedule a consultation. This is a chance for us to connect, talk through what you’re looking for, and see if it feels like a good fit to work together.

You can reach out through my contact form or email to schedule a time. From there, I’ll guide you through the next steps and get you set up in my system.