Hi, I’m Katelynn Saunders, Ma, LMHC

DBT Therapist & Couples Counselor in Port Orchard, Washington

Hi, I’m Katelynn.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing DBT therapy in Port Orchard, Washington, and telehealth services throughout Washington State. I specialize in emotional regulation, anxiety, ADHD, and couples counseling using the Gottman Method.

My work focuses on helping women and couples who look “fine” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally exhausted on the inside.

If you are someone who:

  • Overthinks everything

  • Feels stuck in relationship patterns

  • Struggles with emotional intensity

  • Has ADHD and feels misunderstood

  • Wants a stronger, healthier partnership

You are in the right place.

Book a consultation

My Approach:

Emotional Regulation & Relationship Growth

A Personal Note

I deeply believe in the power of growth, second chances, and building relationships that feel safe and secure. Therapy is not about fixing you—it is about helping you access the steadiness and connection you are capable of creating.

Reaching out can feel vulnerable. But it is often the first step toward the emotional balance and relationship you truly want.

I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help individuals build practical skills for managing anxiety, mood shifts, overwhelm, and impulsivity. DBT therapy is especially effective for clients who struggle with emotional regulation, relationship conflict, and ADHD-related challenges.

In my work as a couples therapist in Port Orchard, I integrate principles from the Gottman Method to help partners:

  • Improve communication

  • Rebuild trust

  • Strengthen emotional intimacy

  • Break negative cycles

  • Prepare for marriage with confidence

Whether you are seeking couples counseling, premarital counseling, or individual therapy for anxiety or ADHD, my goal is to help you feel more steady, connected, and empowered.

Therapy That Feels Collaborative & Practical

Clients often tell me they appreciate that therapy with me feels:

  • Structured but warm

  • Direct but compassionate

  • Insightful and actionable

With over a decade in the helping profession, I believe therapy should equip you with real tools—not just insight. I help clients develop skills they can use in everyday life to regulate emotions, improve relationships, and create meaningful change.

Serving Port Orchard & Washington State

I offer:

  • In-person therapy in Port Orchard

  • Telehealth therapy across Washington State

  • DBT therapy for teens (13+) and adults

  • ADHD therapy for adults

  • Couples counseling and premarital therapy

If you are searching for a DBT therapist in Washington, a couples counselor in Port Orchard, or therapy for anxiety and ADHD, I would be honored to support you.