About
The practice focuses on treating anxiety, OCD, and emotion regulation challenges for ages 10 years old and up. Kaitlin's approach is grounded in compassion, evidence-based treatment, and a deep understanding that a child's emotional wellbeing is influenced by more than just their thoughts or behaviors. She uses research-backed modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), parent-based treatments like SPACE, and practical skills-based interventions. With a holistic lens, Kaitlin weaves in an understanding of how factors like sleep quality, breathing patterns, movement needs, and overstimulation may be contributing to symptoms. This gives a clearer picture of why patterns are happening and what will help. The practice is located in Bismarck, ND, and is committed to providing care that honors the complexity of children's needs while making the process feel manageable and hopeful for parents.
Insurance & payment
Blue Skies Counseling accepts BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid, and Sanford Health Plan.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicaid
- Sanford Health Plan
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Child Anxiety Treatment
Kaitlin helps individuals feel more comfortable in social situations by teaching them practical skills to handle their fear and build confidence with friends, classmates, and adults.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment
Using research-backed methods like Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Kaitlin guides kids and teens in breaking free from the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Emotion Regulation Challenges
Kaitlin helps individuals and their families explore routines, family rhythms, school stress, sensory load, emotional triggers, and strengths to build a path forward that feels doable for both the child and the family.