The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center is thrilled to celebrate Kathy Gasparetti’s nomination for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award. This prestigious honor recognizes professionals who embody the principles of Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) through their leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication to strengthening families.
A Leader Among Her Peers
Kathy Gasparetti is more than just a seasoned clinician—she is a pillar of leadership within PA Mentor. With over eight years of experience in Family-Based Services (FBS), she has earned the respect of her colleagues and serves as an anchor within her department. Her influence is undeniable; when leadership introduces a new policy or initiative, her team instinctively looks to Kathy, recognizing her as both a mentor and role model.
Her leadership has only grown in her new role as supervisor. Though still early in this phase of her career, Kathy has embraced the challenge with an astonishing ability to learn, adapt, and lead with confidence. She not only upholds the integrity of the ESFT model but actively shapes the culture of her department through her guidance, wisdom, and unwavering support of her team.
A Therapist Who Inspires
Beyond her leadership, Kathy is an exceptional clinician. Those who have had the opportunity to observe her work describe it as breathtaking—a seamless blend of compassion and firmness that creates transformative change in the families she serves. She embodies the essence of family therapy, demonstrating deep empathy while holding families accountable for growth and healing.
As a supervisor, Kathy continues to “do therapy” with her teams, modeling therapeutic techniques, providing thoughtful mentorship, and offering steadfast encouragement to newer clinicians. When a struggling therapist recently needed extra support, Kathy volunteered to mentor them, a gesture that left the individual feeling honored to receive one-on-one time with someone they deeply admired.
A Well-Deserved Nomination
Kathy Gasparetti exemplifies the best of family therapy. She is a leader, mentor, clinician, and role model whose impact extends beyond her caseload to shape the future of the profession. Her journey is just beginning, yet she has already demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to systemic work and the families she serves.
We are proud to celebrate Kathy’s nomination for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award and extend our deepest gratitude for her dedication, passion, and leadership. PA Mentor is lucky to have her, and so is the field of family therapy.
Congratulations, Kathy! 🎉
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