Bion, Intuition, Artificial Intelligence and the Singularity
Man is said to be a tool-making animal whose capacity may be so one-sided that he cannot keep up with the need to learn how to use the tools he makes.
Dr Katina Kostoulas
Psychoanalyst
“A psychoanalyst and clinical psychologist working with all ages and specializing in child work”
About Me
I am a psychoanalyst and clinical psychologist, working with people of all ages. My specialisation is child work, helping younger clients express complex feelings and make sense of their world. Together, we explore underlying patterns that influence behaviour and relationships. This gentle process uncovers insights, supporting lasting emotional growth. It's ideal for children and adults seeking a deeper understanding of life's challenges.
Approach
Sessions unfold around close attention to small moments—play, pauses, sudden gestures—that help children and adults begin to name feelings that felt too complex before. I work from a steady frame in San Francisco and by secure online sessions in English, so pacing feels predictable and safe for anxious or restless minds. Treatment blends careful observation, developmentally attuned questions and targeted evaluation when needed, with reflective conversation between sessions to reinforce insight. This way of working often fits families and individuals seeking steadiness and clearer pathways through anxiety or mood concerns.
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Basic Information
In-person & Online
Services
Services Offered:
Clinical Supervision
Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.
Psychoanalysis
An in-depth therapy that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts to produce lasting psychological change, typically involving frequent sessions.
Learn more about PsychoanalysisPsych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Works With:
- All ages
- Children
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about AnxietyChild Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
Learn more about Mood Disorder
Professional Title:
Psychoanalyst
A therapist trained in psychoanalysis, an in-depth approach that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts.
Credentials
Registrations
Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology
Psychologist
Qualifications
University of Chicago
Psychoanalytic Center of California
Service Areas
San Francisco, United States
