Katheryn de Arakal

Katheryn is a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical supervisor with experience in administration and supervision of prelicensed therapists within nonprofit organizations. A graduate of Azusa Pacific University’s Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy program, she is passionate about the development of clinicians-in-training and is committed to equipping APU students to become capable, confident therapists in the field.

In her role as clinical director, Katheryn looks forward to enhancing the student learning experience through relevant clinical training and skills development, while also maintaining strong partnerships with practicum sites and supervisors.

Clinically, Katheryn specializes in couples therapy, guiding couples of all ages and stages in managing conflict and building deeper relational connection.

Education

• MA, Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy, Azusa Pacific University, 2016
• BA, Psychology, Azusa Pacific University, 2006

Credentials/Certifications

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #122157
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 3
• Restoration Therapy, Level 1
• Member, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

Academic Area

• School of Behavioral Sciences

Expertise

• Clinical Training and Supervision
• Couples Therapy
• Curriculum and Instruction

Courses Taught

• PPSY 512 – Legal, Ethical, and Moral Issues in Therapy
• PPSY 533 – Christian Spiritual Formation and Psychotherapy
• PPSY 557 – Couples Therapy
• PPSY 572 – Research Methodology
• PPSY 580 – Basic Skills
• PPSY 592 – Introduction to Clinical Placement
• PPSY 597 – Clinical Placement I
• PPSY 598 – Clinical Placement II