
A marriage and family therapist trainee (MFTT) is a graduate marriage and family therapy student seeking licensure as a marriage and family therapist. Marriage and family therapist trainees have the same scope of practice as a marriage and family therapist, but require much closer supervision during the training process.
Katelyn Sausaman (pronouns: she/her) is a marriage and family therapist trainee who works with individuals, couples, and families. Katelyn’s specialty interests include: adjustment and life transitions, grief and loss, body image, self-esteem, communication and conflict resolution, and relational issues. Utilizing a systemic treatment perspective, she integrates evidence-based practices to address client concerns, adapting her approach to accommodate the unique needs of each client.
Katelyn completed her advanced education at Miami University, earning bachelor’s degrees in psychology and public administration. She is currently a master’s student at The University of Akron completing a degree in marriage and family therapy.
Prior to private practice, Katelyn completed a semester-long practicum at The University of Akron’s Clinic for Individual and Family Counseling.
During her experience, she gained proficiency serving individuals and couples coping with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relational challenges.
Katelyn’s approach to counseling is integrative and reflective, drawing from a range of systemic modalities to support the development of deeper self-awareness and insight. She strives to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Known for her flexible and responsive presence in session, she allows the process to unfold naturally while remaining clinically intentional. Katelyn integrates empathy, gentle challenging, and psychoeducation to support insight, growth, and lasting change.
Katelyn’s strengths include: insightfulness, being grounded, patience, and compassion.