About Kathleen
Kathleen Puleo is a California psychologist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood changes, and struggles with self-esteem. She works with adults on relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, grief, and challenges like ADHD or bipolar disorder. Kathleen aims for straightforward, practical support so people can make manageable changes in daily life.
She uses methods backed by research and adapts them to each person's circumstances. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thinking, learning skills for emotion regulation, and practicing new ways of responding in relationships.
How Kathleen works
Kathleen also guides people through life transitions, career stress, and issues around body image or eating with clear strategies to cope. Her background as a California psychologist with 19 years of experience informs a calm, measured style. She listens for what matters most to each person, then outlines steps that feel realistic and doable.
Progress is tracked through small goals and regular check-ins so work stays focused and relevant. Therapy includes talking through painful feelings like grief, shame, or guilt while building skills for better communication and healthier self-talk. For intense emotions such as anger or panic, she teaches techniques to reduce overwhelm and regain control.
Parents receive practical guidance to ease caregiver strain and improve family interactions. Kathleen offers a collaborative process where clients set the pace and priorities. She explains options clearly and helps people find the right mix of approaches for their situation.
The aim is steady, achievable change rather than quick fixes.
What Kathleen works with
The areas below are the ones Kathleen selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
Also listed
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Bipolar disorder
- Body image
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intimacy-related issues
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | CA Psychologist |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 19 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
Memberships and registers are shown as supplied; they are not licences, and this directory does not verify them.
Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Kathleen uses evidence-based techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thinking and building practical skills. One common approach is cognitive work that helps people identify and reframe negative thoughts, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Another common focus is mindfulness-based practices that teach simple attention and breathing skills to reduce stress and increase calm in daily life.Choosing the right approach usually happens together. The therapist and client talk about goals, try techniques, and adjust what’s used based on what helps most. This collaborative process makes it easier to find methods that feel natural and effective for each person.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper interaction. Phone sessions can be easier when video is not needed or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, homework support, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep momentum between sessions.
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