Hello & welcome!
First, I'm so glad you are here! Seeking support to navigate life's struggles can be intimidating. I know; I've been there!...BUT, the simple fact that you are reading this now means you have taken the first step towards improving your life. CONGRATS! I hope you find what you need and remember, to focus on you. You are important!
As for me, my name is Kara Pederson. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the great, COLD state of Minnesota where I live with my spouse, two kids, two cats, and one dog. I also work as a Licensed School Social Worker at a public middle school. Needless to say, life gets chaotic! This is why I am a HUGE advocate of therapy! Life is HARD and we are all doing the BEST we can-sometimes we just need
I can help with this! I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and cultural backgrounds in a wide range of settings. My work experience includes residential treatment, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, medical social work, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, school social work, special needs adoptions, and private practice.
As everyone is unique, I believe that therapy approaches are the same. As we work together, I will guide you through a series of therapeutic principles that will help you change your thoughts and gain better control over your emotions.
These approaches include, but are not limited to:
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavioral therapy & principles
Person-centered therapy
Solutions-focused therapy
Psychotherapy
Assertiveness training
Trauma-focused therapy
My goal for you is FREEDOM from emotional pain. Although we can't stop life from happening, we can seek help to better manage. Trust me, it's worth it!
I hope to get to know you! I am here for you. You got this!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MN LICSW 22072
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kara Pederson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Kara has been a great support, as I've navigated all of life's stresses lately. I'm grateful to have her in my corner.
Written on Feb 25, 2021 after therapy with Kara for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Kara is the best counselor I have ever had and I’ve been to a bunch. She’s given me the tools to cope with my anxiety and with her I have seen so much more progress in myself in a few months than I have in my previous 10 years of counseling.
Written on Jan 30, 2021 after therapy with Kara for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
In one meet, I felt like she was in willing to get to know me
Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Kara for 2 weeks
Kara is great...very nice, understanding and helpful.
Written on Dec 03, 2020 after therapy with Kara for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Incredibly personable and sensitive. Great listener with actionable recommendations. I felt more comfortable in one session with Kara that would normally take 2-3 sessions with another counselor.
Written on Oct 27, 2020 after therapy with Kara for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
She’s wonderful
Written on Oct 26, 2020 after therapy with Kara for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes