katharine bergacs (she/her)

lcsw, lcadc

Please call me Katie or Kate

Owner & Executive Director of My Place for Peace

I work with individuals who are trying to understand themselves better, heal from difficult situations and have meaningful relationships. 

I began My Place for Peace in 2012 to embody a vision that I had, which was to create a place that was welcoming, compassionate, and provide quality mental health services.  

I am also an unapologetic dog lover. I happen to think that dog snuggles are amazing. 

I am an avid reader and tea drinking nut. When dog snuggles are combined with a book and a cup of tea, well, you just described a slice of heaven. I guess I am a bit of an introvert, but one who also loves to give presentations and teach, so go figure!

Clinical Expertise:

LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been passionate about being a social worker for over 20 years. 

LCADC: Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor

Certified in EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing

Extensive Training in:

DBT: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

TF-CBT: Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Teens

Background in working in nonprofits, schools and was an adjunct instructor for Rutgers School of Social Work for 7 years. 

What I am working on now:

60 hour Somatic Trauma Treatment Training: which means I am learning to deepen my clinical practice and explore how the body is impacted by emotional wounds from relationships, developmental, spiritual, environmental and cultural experiences. 

As I am the owner, my appointments are limited as I make sure my team has everything they need to best serve you.