- Focus on strengths
- Gentle paced work
- Help with transitions
About Ekaterina
Ekaterina V Shkurkin is a licensed clinical social worker with licenses in California and Washington and forty years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, and life transitions. Her approach centers on clients' strengths and respect for their right to steer the work.
In sessions she moves at a steady, gentle pace. She looks for what is working and helps people build on those strengths. The goal is to reduce what gets in the way of daily life and to support clearer decisions during change.
She talks through practical steps for stress and anxiety and addresses patterns that feed addictive behavior. For grief and loss she offers steady, patient support so people can carry difficult feelings without being overwhelmed. She also helps with blended family concerns and caregiver stress when these come up.
Money worries, work stress, feelings of guilt or shame, and questions about life purpose are other areas she often addresses. Seasonal mood shifts and multicultural concerns are also part of her practice. She emphasizes self-determination and respects each person's pace.
Starting therapy can feel hard, and she encourages those steps without pressure. The process is collaborative and focused on small, achievable changes that fit into everyday life.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Ekaterina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional coping. One common approach emphasizes building on existing strengths and problem-solving; it helps people create small, clear steps to reduce stress and manage anxiety. Another approach focuses on gradual processing of loss and major life transitions, helping people tolerate difficult feelings while returning to daily routines and responsibilities.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try approaches that fit those aims, and adjust the work as progress or new needs appear. This helps ensure the method matches the person's situation and preferences rather than being fixed in advance.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed and options that fit quieter or lower-bandwidth situations. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, coping strategies, and homework to work well in remote sessions while keeping the focus on achievable changes.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
California, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help people with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, grief, and coping with life changes. Other focus areas include caregiver stress, blended family issues, and workplace problems.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is steady and collaborative, emphasizing strengths and self-determination. She moves at a gentle pace and focuses on practical steps to reduce day-to-day difficulties.
How much experience does she bring?
She has forty years of professional work experience. That background informs a calm, experienced approach to common life challenges.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is licensed in California and Washington. Her practice is based in Washington.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Confirm time zone and scheduling details when booking.
Which session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know how she meets with clients.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangement, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during the matching and scheduling steps.
What are the next steps to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process connects you for an initial session and follow-up planning.