Katie Thorrud, Psy.D.

Katie Thorrud, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of A Place to Pause, a practice that helps adults navigate life's transitions with greater clarity, connection, and intention. She specializes in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, burnout, identity shifts, grief, and major life changes.

Drawing from mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), relational and interpersonal approaches, and strengths-based practices, Katie creates space for reflection, meaning-making, and sustainable growth. Her professional background includes work in hospital rehabilitation, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, supervision, training, and consultation.

Katie is particularly passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, navigate change, and cultivate a stronger sense of belonging in their personal and professional lives. In addition to therapy, she enjoys facilitating groups, workshops, and community spaces that foster connection, reflection, and growth.

Office: 213 W Institute Place, Chicago, IL 60610

Email: katie@placetopause.org

Website: placetopause.org

Phone: (312)476-9112

Areas of Practice:

• Adjustment & Life Changes
• Anxiety
• Burnout
• Caregiver Stress
• Career & Professional Development
• Creativity & Meaning-Making
• Grief & Loss
• Identity & Life Transitions
• Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
• Professional Burnout
• Relationship Concerns
• Stress Management
• Women's Issues

Language(s) Spoken

• English

Insurance Accepted

• Self-Pay Only