Welcome to the Professional Counselor

Katerina Sorrell, M.A., LPCC, NCC
Licensed Mental Health Clinician | Multi-State Provider | Certified School Counselor

Katerina Sorrell holds a Master’s degree in Counseling with a specialization in Professional Clinical Counseling. She is a multi-state licensed mental health professional, including:

• California – Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #4909)

• Nevada – Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC #CP1146)

• Tennessee – Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP #7959)

She is also a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and holds a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in School Counseling. As a National Board Certified School Counselor, Katerina integrates clinical expertise with a deep understanding of educational systems to provide comprehensive mental health support across diverse settings.

Adult Counseling

So many people live with frustration, disappointment (often in themselves), broken relationships, pain and sadness.  Others are just “stuck” and can’t get traction to reach their goals.  Katerina has helped countless men and women find their way, their confidence, their joy and their purpose.

We live in a busy world, with unrealistic demands and crazy schedules at work and at home.  As a mother of three (2 boys, 1 girl), Katerina understands the joys and challenges of creating balance among family, school, work and outside pursuits.

Adult client:  “When Katerina met with me, it took her almost no time at all to get to the root cause of my relationship problems.  I was amazed how easily she got past all my excuses and defenses.  When she finally helped me see the truth, it was like a light came on.  And this was just in the first session!  She doesn’t waste any time.” –B.T.

Adult client:  “I have grown so much from my experience with Katerina Sorrell.  She is a natural counselor.  She inspired and challenged me.  She said the things that needed to be said, and held me accountable for my commitments.  I would be a lesser person today if not for the time I spent with Katerina.  I recommend her highly.” –S.S.

Adolescent and Child Counseling

In addition to her successful counseling of adults, Katerina has many years of experience working with children and their concerns.  She has done mental health counseling in two elementary schools and a high school, and is exceptional at helping children and adolescents with the difficulties and frustrations of life, school and relationships.

Katerina has significant experience helping students deal with issues such as depression, cutting, motivation issues, family conflict, test anxiety, suicide ideation, low academic performance, extreme shyness, divorce anxiety, panic attacks, peer pressure, addictions and spiritual confusion.

Teen client:  “Mrs. Sorrell helped me think things through.  My grades are better than they’ve ever been.  Thanks to her I’m better in life (not doing drugs, hurting myself, or drinking).  She inspired me a lot.  I would never be able to trust another counselor as much as I trust her.” –A.L.

Teen client:  “Mrs. Sorrell is the nicest person you will ever meet.  She changed many things about me for the better.  I trust her and I love her.  I will grow up and remember how big of an impact she made in my life.  I’m thankful that someone like her came into my life.  She is absolutely amazing at what she does.  All I have to say is you will never regret meeting someone like Mrs. Sorrell.” –D.H.

Professional Credentials and Expertise

Katerina Sorrell, M.A., LPCC, NCC

Licensed Mental Health Clinician | Multi-State Provider | Nationally Certified School Counselor | Bilingual Practitioner | EAP Specialist

Katerina Sorrell is a nationally certified, bilingual mental health clinician with multi-state licensure and a distinguished record of service across clinical, educational, and organizational settings. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling with a specialization in Professional Clinical Counseling from Chapman University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach.

Katerina is licensed to practice in multiple states:

• California – Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #4909)

• Nevada – Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC #CP1146)

• Tennessee – Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP #7959)

She is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a National Board Certified School Counselor, and holds a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in School Counseling.

Katerina currently also works with the Orange County Department of Education, delivering school-based mental health services and supporting systems that promote student well-being. She also serves as an onsite Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselor for Orange County Transportation, providing direct support to employees and staff through crisis intervention, wellness counseling, and trainings to enhance organizational resilience and performance.

Her earlier roles within the Saddleback and Fullerton School Districts included serving as a School Counselor and Mental Health Practitioner, where she led initiatives in early intervention, crisis response, and multi-tiered systems of support. She continues to offer critical support to the community as a volunteer counselor with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Katerina co-authored a research study presented at the American Psychological Association (“Amount of Daily Walking Predicts Energy, Mood, Personality, and Health”), developed a three-year adolescent group counseling curriculum, and designed classroom guidance programs for elementary-aged students focusing on social-emotional learning and resilience.

Her clinical expertise includes advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Behavior Modification. She is also trained in administering assessments such as the WISC-V, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), and Strong Interest Inventory, offering tailored insights into cognition, personality, and vocational development.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Katerina is dedicated to delivering culturally responsive, evidence-based care that supports individuals, families, and organizations in thriving.

Personal  Information

Katerina, her husband, three children, two dogs, and three parrots live near the Back Bay, where she regularly escapes to spend time paddling kayaks, outriggers and paddleboards ... and even participates in occasional kayak racing competitions.

Affiliations

OC California Association School Counselors (OC CASC)  - Appointed Elementary School Counselor Representative, 2015-16
California Association for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (CALPCC) – Member
Psi Chi: The International Honor Society in Psychology – Member
 

Katerina provides individual and group counseling sessions throughout the Orange County schools and has a private practice.