Welcome to Joybloom.
Accessible mental health care for parents, caregivers, and those in a helping profession.
About
Katherine Aravamudan is an experienced licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the states of Missouri and Illinois. She has received advanced training in perinatal mental health and maintains certification in the treatment of pregnancy and postpartum anxiety and depression. Katherine helped develop a caregiver wellness program within the intensive care units of St. Louis Children’s Hospital. She continues to work closely with caregivers of medically complex children, supporting their mental health needs. In addition to her work with parents, Katherine has also provided care to healthcare workers and individuals who have experienced complex trauma.
Services
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Standard rate is $125/hr with sliding scale available
Insurances accepted: Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Ambetter (Marketplace), Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health, United Healthcare, UMR
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For existing clients, Katherine offers brief couple’s therapy to address a specific stressor, improve communication, or manage a difficult period.
Bringing a spouse into the therapy process can be helpful to get additional support at home or address a concern.
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Katherine is a LPC-S in the state of Missouri
She offers weekly individual supervision sessions at a rate of $200/month
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Katherine has presented at national, state, and local conferences on the following topics:
Perinatal Mental Health
Caregiver Wellness
Professional Burnout and Empathy Fatigue
Behavioral Health Program Design and Implementation
For speaking and consulting inquiries, please email: hello@joybloomllc.com
Contact
hello@joybloomllc.com
(314) 252 8673
7750 Clayton Rd. , Suite 310
St. Louis, MO 63117
FAQs
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Yes, I am happy to accept most major insurances. If you have a high deductible plan or require a sliding scale, please reach out. I do my best to work with any financial barrier to make therapy accessible.
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It all begins with a brief consultation call. During this 15-minute conversation, we will discuss what you are wanting to address in therapy and determine if working together seems like a good fit. You are welcome to ask any questions about myself or the process at that time.
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The process can be different for everyone, but I hope this is a helpful overview. First, we will have a consultation call or zoom. This makes sure I’m a good fit for your needs and our schedules will allow for regular meeting times. Next, I gather paperwork through an online portal and we schedule the first session. The first session is always an initial interview/intake format. This helps us determine the best treatment plan. Based on the initial interview, we can discuss the frequency and duration of sessions. Follow-up session to the intake are based on your agenda for the week. We discuss what’s been going on in order of importance and identify goals/needs for the following week.
Overall, therapy should be a positive experience. It can stir up difficult emotions and be challenging at times, but you should never feel alone in this process. The goal of therapy is to address symptoms and provide you with the necessary tools to manage what’s going on in your life.
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I have been trained in a variety of evidence-based mental health therapy techniques. Based on your presenting concern, I will talk with you about the treatment plan. I often use a style of Dialectical Behavior Therapy which teaches concrete tools such as emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, and mindfulness. I also pull from a client-centered approach which allows you to set the agenda and help shape the therapy process. If you have any questions, please reach out!
I try to be welcoming and helpful. I want you to feel heard while also learning something that makes managing the day a little easier.