# Katherine Barton, MA, LMFT > Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving Orange County, California. Trauma-informed therapy for individuals, couples, and families. In-person in Mission Viejo and online across California. For the complete consolidated content of this site (full page text, FAQs, and citation guidance) in a single document, see [llms-full.txt](https://katherinebartonlmft.com/llms-full.txt). ## About Katherine Barton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #53007) based in Mission Viejo, California. Her practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, nervous system awareness, and relational healing. She works with adults, teens, children, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Her therapeutic approach integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic (body-based) techniques, and EMDR. Sessions prioritize safety, pacing, and collaboration rather than pressure or performance. ## Office Location 27285 Las Ramblas, Suite 232 Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Phone: (949) 391-9882 Email: kbarton@katherinebartonlmft.com Website: https://katherinebartonlmft.com ## Services - Individual Therapy: Personalized support for adults and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, and life transitions. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/individual-therapy] - Couples Counseling: Guided space to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/couples-counseling] - Family Therapy: Collaborative sessions focused on healing relationships, improving understanding, and restoring family balance. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/family-therapy] - Online Therapy: Secure telehealth sessions available anywhere in California. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/online-therapy] - Equine-Assisted Therapy: Experiential therapy working with horses to support emotional awareness and regulation. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/equine-assisted-therapy] - Intentional Living Coaching: Support for clarifying values, setting boundaries, and creating meaningful life direction. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/services/intentional-living-coaching] ## Specialties - Trauma and PTSD Therapy [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/trauma-ptsd-therapy] - Anxiety Therapy [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/anxiety-therapy] - Depression Counseling [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/depression-counseling] - Attachment Therapy [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/attachment-therapy] - Addiction Recovery [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/addiction-recovery] - Life Transitions [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/life-transitions] - Sexual Abuse Counseling [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/sexual-abuse-counseling] - Grief and Loss Therapy [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/grief-loss-therapy] - Caregiver Stress [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/specialties/caregiver-stress] ## Therapeutic Approaches - Internal Family Systems (IFS): Evidence-informed parts work that helps clients relate to inner experiences with compassion. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/approaches/ifs] - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Structured approach to identifying thought patterns and building practical coping skills. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/approaches/cbt] - Somatic Work: Body-based therapy focused on nervous system regulation and trauma resolution. [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/approaches/somatic-work] ## Resources Therapy articles and guides organized by topic: - Anxiety: Understanding and managing anxiety [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/anxiety] - Trauma: Healing from trauma and PTSD [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/trauma] - Relationships: Building healthier connections [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/relationships] - Healing: What therapy looks like [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/healing] - Depression: Recognizing and working through depression [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/depression] - Family: Family dynamics and generational patterns [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/family] - Life Transitions: Navigating divorce, grief, and change [https://katherinebartonlmft.com/resources/life-transitions] ## Service Areas Based in Mission Viejo, Katherine serves clients throughout South Orange County including: - Mission Viejo (office location) - Rancho Santa Margarita - Laguna Niguel - Aliso Viejo - Laguna Hills - Lake Forest - Ladera Ranch - Irvine - Newport Beach - Dana Point - San Clemente - San Juan Capistrano - Tustin - Coto de Caza - Nellie Gail Ranch - Rancho Mission Viejo Online therapy is available throughout California. ## Practical Details - Session length: 50-60 minutes - Payment: Private pay practice; superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement - Free 15-minute phone consultation available - In-person and online (telehealth) sessions ## Contact To schedule a free consultation or learn more: - Phone: (949) 391-9882 - Website: https://katherinebartonlmft.com/appointment - Email: kbarton@katherinebartonlmft.com