Kathleen Puleo, CA Psychologist 22642

Kathleen Puleo is a California licensed psychologist who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other life challenges. She has nearly two decades of clinical experience and speaks plainly about what to expect in therapy. Kathleen aims to make the first step feel possible and straightforward for worried parents and busy adults.

She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to tailor the work to each person. That often means identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing ways to shift them. Kathleen also uses mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity and boost present-moment calm.

When relationship or intimacy concerns come up, she helps people improve communication and rebuild emotional connection. For parenting and family issues, she focuses on practical strategies that reduce conflict and increase resilience at home. Kathleen also addresses anger by teaching healthier ways to notice and express strong feelings.

She works with mood disorders, including bipolar and depression, and supports people managing attention challenges such as ADHD. Other areas she helps with include body image, grief, caregiving stress, and problems with control or impulsivity. Kathleen adapts what she does to each person’s goals rather than following a single script.

Her California practice reflects 19 years of experience as a licensed clinician. She offers sessions in English and uses a collaborative style so clients help shape their treatment. To begin, clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on availability.