Hello.
My name is Katie Goger (she/her) and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (License #LW61448322) and Child Mental Health Specialist (CHMS) in Washington State and hold my Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International.
My own experiences as a parent have also shaped the way I understand this work. After having three children, I've experienced joys and challenges of medically complex pregnancies and neurodivergence within my own family.
These experiences haven't replaced my clinical training, but they have deepened my understanding of what it can feel like to be the parent who is worried, overwhelmed, advocating, or simply trying to figure out what comes next. I bring that personal understanding alongside 20 years of experience working with children and families, with the goal of offering therapy that feels both clinically grounded and genuinely human.
“I believe we were not meant to tackle these challenges alone, and reaching out for support is one of the greatest commitments you'll ever make for your future.”
—Katie Goger, LICSW, PMH-C
What Therapy Looks Like.
Step 1: Initial complimentary phone consultation
We begin with a conversation about you or your child’s strengths, challenges, and what you hope will improve. Determine if we are good fit or offer referrals.
Step 2: In person or telehealth sessions
The first session is called an assessment. Through observation and discussion, we identify what may be contributing to the challenges you’re seeing. We will then develop treatment goals. With young children, this will be expressed through play. Sessions may include play-based or creative activities while also supporting parents with practical strategies.
Step 3: Building skills together
You will learn tools to improve mental health and relationships with others and yourself.
Professional Training & Certifications
Washington State - Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS)
Perinatal Mental Health - Certification (PMH-C)
PCIT International Certified Therapist
Level 2 Promoting First Relationship Certification, University of Washington’s Parent-Child Relationship Programs
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) Trained
Education & Experience
BS California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
MA Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA
MSW Boise State University, Boise, ID
Lummi Nation Health Clinic - Pediatric Clinical Medical Social Worker
Lummi Behavioral Health - Child and Family Therapist
Lydia Place - Family Interventionist
Brigid Collins - PCIT Coach