She earned her doctorate in psychology from The George Washington University and has worked in college counseling for several years, including at Swarthmore College, Lehigh University, and currently at West Chester University. She has received extensive training in group psychotherapy throughout her career, including participation in the National Group Psychotherapy Institute at The Washington School of Psychiatry in Washington, DC. Katy also has a private practice in Swarthmore, PA where she works with adolescents and adults.