Meet Us.
Welcome! We are the “Kramer” and “Walker” of Kramer and Walker Counseling, but you can call us Catherine and Lori. As former co-workers, we discovered that a shared set of values - creativity, empowerment & self-determination - drove our work with youth and their families. We also discovered a shared vision to build a practice dedicated to the unique mental health needs of children and adolescents. Launched in 2024, we are here to work with youth ages 4 to 21 years old living in the Capital Region.
THERAPIST, OWNER
Catherine Kramer, LCSW, PhD
she/her
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience working as a therapist with children, adolescents and families. I hold a Master of Social Work and a Doctorate in Social Welfare, both from the University at Albany, SUNY.
I am passionate about supporting young people not only through challenges, but also by helping them to recognize and build their strengths. By emphasizing strengths, fostering supportive relationships, and promoting healthy decision-making, I strive to guide young people toward their best selves.
Rather than focusing solely on problems or diagnoses, I work collaboratively with families to nurture each child’s resilience, creativity, and unique voice. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches blended with a warm, relational approach aimed at creating a safe space where youth feel seen, heard, and valued. I use Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am currently working on becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
Whether it's navigating life transitions, mental health challenges or self-esteem issues, I focus on helping youth build the inner resources they need to flourish.
THERAPIST, OWNER
Lori Walker, LCSW
she/her
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has spent the last decade working exclusively with children, adolescents and families. After receiving my Master of Social Work at the College of Saint Rose, I focused my work to specialize in providing therapy services to children and youth who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, teen dating violence and other challenging life experiences.
I am committed to providing therapeutic care that is developmentally appropriate, person- centered, trauma informed, and LGBTQ+ affirming. I am trained in Sand Tray Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Progressive Counting as well as other evidence based techniques. I am currently working towards my Registered Play Therapist Certification.
I believe that children and teens see and understand the world in a way that gives them unique opportunities for growth and healing. My goal as a therapist is to assist young people in utilizing their current strengths and support systems to overcome challenging situations and become the best versions of themselves.
