Cathie Gum, Psy.D.

Psychotherapy As a licensed psychologist, I provide Telehealth services to individual adult clients residing in California and Oregon. My approach is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which emphasizes that we are all born with a Self that has innate, healing capacities. Throughout life, we develop adaptive survival and protective strategies in response to the unique challenges and characteristics of our body, environment, family, culture, relationships, and life experiences. IFS involves building a compassionate relationship with these protective strategies, understanding their original intentions, and healing the wounds that once made them necessary. As we heal, we can release burdens that no longer serve us and reconnect with ourselves, others, and our environment in more meaningful, harmonious, and fulfilling ways. IFS Case Consultation I also offer IFS-informed case consultation to IFS therapists worldwide who are seeking professional development and a deeper understanding of their work with clients, as well as to those pursuing IFS therapist certification or recertification. Scheduling Availability A few scheduling options are currently available. Feel free to use the Contact option above, or email me directly at cathie@drcathiegum.net to arrange a brief complimentary consultation to discuss the support you are seeking. Psychotherapy & Case Consultation Fees Psychotherapy Sessions: $275 per 60-minute session IFS-informed Case Consultation for Professionals: $225 per 60-minute session Insurance & Reimbursement I am a private-pay provider, which allows therapy to be tailored to your needs without insurance restrictions. If you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement. About Me I am a female therapist (she/her) with a deep appreciation for the diverse range of human experiences that shape our lives. My practice is grounded in inclusivity, and I enjoy working with clients from various backgrounds, including undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral interns, creative professionals, psychotherapists and other healthcare professionals, coaches, teachers, and parents. Background & Interests After completing an undergraduate degree in dance performance and choreography, I trained in dance/movement therapy and yoga. These experiences deepened my interest in mind-body healing and eventually led me to pursue a doctorate in psychology. My doctoral work focused on how early stressful experiences shape emotional well-being across the lifespan, integrating traditional psychodynamic theories with contemporary research. In my clinical work, I primarily draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), with additional influences including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and EMDR. As a Certified IFS Therapist, an Approved IFS Clinical Consultant, and a licensed psychologist, I stay engaged in ongoing learning to keep my work fresh and responsive. I also believe that my own healing is essential to the work I do with others. That’s why I continue to be in personal therapy and seek out experiences and communities that support awareness, nurture the mind, body, and spirit, and stay grounded in a commitment to social justice. Education Psy.D. California School of Professional Psychology - Clinical Psychology, Health M.A. California School of Professional Psychology - Clinical Psychology, Health B.A. California State University, Long Beach - Dance Performance & Choreography Selected Postdoctorate Training IFS Institute: Certified IFS Therapist (2017-present) Approved IFS Clinical Consultant (2020-present) IFS L1: 2015 (Burris, Gardner) IFS L2: 2016 (Cargill), 2017 (Krause), 2022 (Curtis, Zoldan) IFS L3: 2017 (Schwartz), 2018 (Herbine-Blank), 2019 (Schwartz), 2020 (Schwartz), 2020 (Sykes) IFS L1 Program Assistant: 2021 (Cykes) IFS L2 Program Assistant: 2018 (Burris), 2020 (Krueger), 2021 (Krueger), 2024 (Sinko, Elkin) Thomas Hübl & The Academy of Inner Science: Timeless Wisdom Training 2025-26 Participant EMDR Institute: EMDR Certified Therapist (7/1/2013-6/30/2025) Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute: Trauma & Developmental Trauma (2010-2014) Selected Graduate Training Wright Institute Los Angeles - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Julia Ann Singer Center - Child & Family, Family Stress Programs San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health - Homebound Program University of California, Los Angeles - Dance/Movement Therapy Professional Experience Cathie Gum, PsyD~A Psychological Corporation - Owner & Psychologist University of Southern California - Psychologist, Student Counseling Services Arthur L. Kovacs, Ph.D. and Associates - Psychological Assistant Center for Discovery and Adolescent Change - Primary Therapist Professional Affiliations California Psychological Association Oregon Psychological Association Internal Family Systems Institute