Urban Catalyst Psychotherapy

Happy Wednesday. There is no time like the present to create a new plan to achieve a dream. There is also no time like the present to start the journey of therapy.

We believe in the power of diversity, inclusion, and truly feeling seen by clinicians who reflect your personal values, background, and community. Urban Catalyst looks forward to helping you do the work.

Urban Catalyst wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. Be sure to enjoy your loved ones.

What does therapy mean to you? Have you ever taken time to think about that question? Therapy helps people understand that they can do something to improve their situation. That leads to changes that enhance healthy behavior, whether it's improving relationships, expressing emotions better, doing better at work or school, or thinking more positively.

You may mistakenly believe that your condition is a sign of personal weakness or that you should be able to control it without help. Seeking counseling, educating yourself about your condition and connecting with others who have mental illness can help you gain self-esteem and overcome destructive self-judgment.

Urban Catalyst is accepting new clients. We even have some weekend availability with those with hectic weekdays. IM for taking first steps to a investment in self with therapy.

Marie is accepting new clients. Marie has experience working with diverse clients in various mental health settings, including schools and community mental health agencies, with a focus on providing culturally sensitive services through a social justice lens. She also provides bilingual counseling in Tagalog and English.

LaDarien is accepting new clients. LaDarien deeply values self-care and autonomy, and seeks to help his clients find their inner strength. Your past experiences, whether they be successes or failures, do not define who you are, and he is eager to help you become the best version of yourself. Please do not hesitate to schedule your session today!

Don't forget to be gentle with yourself. We at Urban Catalyst are here for any part of your therapy journey. There is no time like the present.

The weekend is calling, so be sure to answer the call. Take some time to relax, enjoy some fresh air, and maybe do something you haven't done in awhile. This weekend can be whatever you would like.

Our goal is to create a group practice that is sustainable, supportive, warm, and accessible for both our clients and therapists. Formerly known as, Urban Health Counseling + Catalyst Counseling, we are happy to now serve as Urban Catalyst Psychotherapy.
We are here to support you :)

Happy Pride Month from Urban Catalyst Psychotherapy!!!
When seeking therapy, whether for issues associated with one’s sexual, romantic, or gender identity or for concerns related to mental health, finding a qualified mental health professional who has experience and familiarity with the challenges members of the LGBTQIA community often face can be critical to successful therapy outcomes.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Celebrating our differences, as well as our common interests, helps unite and educate us. To understand other's perspectives, to broaden our own, and to fully experience and educate ourselves. You got this!

Hello May :)

Happy Saturday! Make it a good weekend.

Since many of our thoughts are subconscious, positive affirmations allow us to become more aware of our thought patterns and feelings. This reduces the risk of allowing negative thought patterns to take form.

There are several misconceptions about therapy. This means that we are all imperfect, and could benefit from treatment. It’s commonly believed that individuals who seek therapy MUST be struggling with deep, dark emotional or behavioral problems. In reality, people see therapists for many reasons beyond serious mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, or even a simple desire to improve themselves as a person.

At Urban Catalyst we believe in the healing power of warmth, creativity, mindfulness, laughter, connection, and finding your individual motivation or spark. We also believe in the power of diversity, inclusion, and truly feeling seen by clinicians who reflect your personal values, background, and community.

Meet some of the Urban Catalyst team. We are here when you're ready.

Happy Monday! If you want to change the situation, change your attitude towards the situation. Your situation , whatever it maybe, is worthy of a new beginning.

Happy Sunday! Inspiration can be found everywhere. Where will you find your inspiration this Sunday?

Our work is different with each person, attuned to individual needs, personality, and circumstances. You’re ready – let’s get started!

Happy Earth Day from Urban Catalyst.

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Affirmations are positive statements that can help you to challenge and overcome self-sabotaging and negative thoughts. When you repeat them often, and believe in them, you can start to make positive changes.

Posted • Our bodies are feeling it all.

I woke up at 5am this morning, the new normal for the past few weeks. My body ached and felt an extra heaviness. The familiar feeling of little critters in my stomach rising. And then the racing thoughts zipping on by from one corner of my brain to the other.

The compounding effects of days, weeks, months and years.

Emotional exhaustion plays out in the body. So if you’re feeling it, you’re not alone. Don’t ignore it. AND if it feels more than that, don’t delay getting help. Check-in with your primary health care provider.

Gentle reminder that we’re able to stay informed, help our world community in whichever way we can AND help ourselves by taking media breaks, connecting with loved ones, resting, moving our bodies and soothing (a huge reminder of our privileged position.)

Are you feeling the heaviness too?

Try something new or different! Did you know trying new things improves the brains function?
Research shows there are several ways to improve the health of your brain and learning something new is one of them. ‘Mental sweat’ helps your brain build new cells and strengthen connections between the cells. When you learn something new you are exercising your brain, which can help improve cognitive functions such as concentration, attention to detail, memory recall and problem solving, and also reduce the chance of developing dementia.

Today I will.... be gentle with myself... Today I will surround myself with kindness... Today I will set appropriate boundaries.

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Hi, I'm LaDarien Gillins, MSW, ASW of Urban Catalyst Psychotherapy. I use an array of relevant and effective techniques uniquely tailored to each individual. My areas of interest and experience include supporting those struggling with systemic and judicial oppression, trauma, depression, anxiety, family stress, severe mental illness, addiction, and life transitions. I deeply value self-care and autonomy, and seek to help my clients find their inner strength. Your past experiences, whether they be successes or failures, do not define who you are, and I’m eager to help you become the best version of yourself. I'm excited to hear your story, and accompany you on your journey towards change!

Hi, I'm Asae Kondo, AMFT of Urban Catalyst Psychotherapy. I take an intuitive approach to therapy, adapting my technique to meet your specific needs and help guide you to grow in the ways that are most important to you. I am deeply committed to working with warmth, humor, authenticity, and a passion for advocacy. I support my clients through empathic listening, validation, and gently challenging you when the time is right. I'm excited to hear your story, and accompany you on your journey towards change!