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Katherine Moore

Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor at TheraQ, Inc. and 1 other company
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Dr. Katie Moore is a highly experienced licensed clinical psychologist with an extraordinary ability to connect with teens and adults who have been unable to make progress, or even unwilling to meet, with previous therapists. Additionally, she is formally trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy): two of the premier evidence based treatments for trauma.

Dr. Moore started her career as a therapist treating adults, including severely and persistently mentally ill adults in a locked psychiatric facility. Once she began treating trauma, adolescents, and children, she found her calling. In addition to specializing in complex trauma and treatment resistant individuals, Dr. Moore has an additional specialty in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families. Three things Dr. Moore loves about her job are (1) making a difference in the lives around her, (2) the opportunity to always learn new things and learn about different cultures, and (3) "that moment when I finally put the puzzle pieces together and feel like I fully understand a person that I work with." Dr. Moore prides herself on being nonjudgmental and helping all of her clients to feel comfortable.

Dr. Moore received her doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Irvine, CA. She was then accepted as a psychology intern for Orange County Health Care Agency to serve residential facilities that treat youth in foster care. Orange County Health Care Agency then offered for her to stay on as a staff psychologist, where she worked for over 7 years as a trauma therapist for diverse children and adolescents.

Dr. Moore is the owner of Affirming Psychological Services and the primary supervisor at TheraQ, a nonprofit mental health center.

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  • Understanding Comphet: A Guide to Compulsory Heterosexuality
    Dr. Moore explains, "Comphet assumes people are heterosexual unless proven otherwise," impacting young LGBTQ+ individuals. Signs include assuming heterosexuality as "normal" and avoiding same-gender relationships. To address comphet, she suggests, "Find representation, engage with the queer community, and consult LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists." Understanding comphet can aid in self-discovery and identity affirmation.
  • Transphobia's Deep Impact: Insights from Dr. Katie Moore
    Dr. Moore highlights that transphobia increases suicidality, anxiety, and depression among transgender individuals. "Internalized transphobia means transphobia that a transgender individual feels internally, toward themself." Intersectionality compounds these challenges, as multiple identities face discrimination. Dr. Moore urges healthcare providers and lawmakers to acknowledge and address these systemic issues to foster a safer, more inclusive environment.
  • Introducing "Bloom Scrolling": A Positive Approach to Combat Doomscrolling
    Katherine introduces "bloom scrolling" to counteract doomscrolling. By seeking positive news and resistance efforts, individuals can stay informed while maintaining mental well-being. Katherine emphasizes, "We need to know what's still good in the world." Balancing awareness of "big scary news" with uplifting content is key.
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