Portrait of Dr. Katherine Shachar, smiling, outdoors among green plants

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Katherine Shachar, Ph.D.

Licensed in California · 25+ years of experience · Newport Beach, CA

Integrative therapy that honors your emotions while helping you build on your strengths, resilience, and growth.

“What is Positive Psychology?” (3:54). This video is educational and not a substitute for therapy.

Both Alma and Headway accept most major insurance plans. Choose whichever is easier for you.

In-person in Newport Beach and telehealth across California

About me

I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience and doctoral training in both clinical and health psychology (my dissertation focused on the health psychology of HIV and AIDS), and a native and resident of Newport Beach. As the daughter of immigrants from Eastern Europe, I care deeply about understanding each person’s worldview and how they see themselves. I have a real love for life and a genuine curiosity about people. My approach is integrative: I’m EMDR-trained and draw on positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral and insight-oriented techniques, tailored to your needs. My style is direct, solution-oriented, and humorous. We begin with an intake and evaluation to identify your concerns and goals together.

Services & specialties

Therapy for

Forensic & medical-legal

Specialties

Approaches

Office & contact

260 Newport Center Drive, Suite 425
Newport Beach, CA 92660