About

Ekaterina V Shkurkin, LCSW, LICSW, brings four decades of professional practice to work with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, and life transitions. Licensed in both California and Washington, she draws on long experience supporting people through loss and adjustment and addresses a wide range of related topics including blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and drug and alcohol addiction.

Her focus also includes forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, money and financial issues, multicultural concerns, seasonal affective disorder, self-love, women’s issues, and workplace tensions. She seeks strengths in those she works with and emphasizes client self-determination, offering guidance aimed at manageable change rather than sweeping promises.

Ekaterina approaches beginning therapy as a courageous step. She favors a gentle, collaborative pace designed to help people face challenges and build toward meaningful adaptation. She is available to work with English-speaking clients and accepts those outside the United States who wish to connect under applicable licensing rules.
Location:
Washington, United States
Years Experience:
40
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Blended family issues, Codependency, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Self-love, Workplace issues

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LCSW 88110, WA LICSW LW00005230
  • NPI Number: 1386986313
  • License: LCSW (California), LICSW (Washington)

Virtual care options and approach

The profile does not list specific clinical approaches by name. Instead, Ekaterina emphasizes seeking strengths and supporting client self-determination as central elements of her work. She frames initial sessions as collaborative meetings to identify priorities such as managing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, grief, or coping with major life changes.



In an online setting she adapts that strengths-focused stance to practical problem solving and paced support. Sessions aim to be gentle and client-led, with attention to transitions, caregiver concerns, blended family dynamics, and other areas named in her practice. This style tends to fit people who want to work at a steady, cooperative pace and who value building on existing resources.



Ekaterina provides care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. International clients are accepted when applicable licensing and regulations allow. Prospective clients can discuss which communication channels best support their goals when they begin the matching process.

How long has Ekaterina been practicing?

She has 40 years of professional experience in clinical social work.

What are her credentials and licenses?

Ekaterina holds LCSW and LICSW credentials. License details listed are CA LCSW 88110 and WA LICSW LW00005230.

Which languages does she use in sessions?

The profile indicates she conducts work in English.

Where is she based?

The profile lists Washington as her location and also notes licensing in California.

What ways can people meet with her online?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.

Does she accept clients outside the United States?

Yes. The profile indicates she is accepting international clients, subject to relevant licensing and regulations.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How does someone get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the process.