Hi there! My name is Karen and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the District of Columbia. I've been helping people help themselves for 15 years now and have worked in a variety of settings, but for the past eight years have worked in a residential treatment center (aka rehab) focusing on young adults, addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, and trauma.
I utilize a variety of perspectives: existential, cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic. What that really means is that I want to help you discover what gives your life meaning and help you identify what thoughts and behaviors get in the way of realizing that meaning, that I will have the utmost respect and regard for you while we work through this process, and that I am going to meet you where you are, not where I, or your parents, or your parter, or anyone else thinks you should be.
I utilize warmth and humor, and feel that our relationship and interactions as two human beings is paramount in our interactions. I look forward to assisting you on your journey to wellness!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression
AZ LPC LPC-17267
DC LPC PRC14067
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Karen is fantastic. She really takes time to figure out what thinking and emotional 'tools' you need in your journey to heal, learn about yourself and support you without judgement whether you progress or fall behind. I worked with Karen for about a year now and it was worth everything, she was essential to my healing!
Written on Aug 02, 2019 after therapy with Karen for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Karen has been very kind to me as I try to sort out my time efficiently and find goals that will give me fulfillment.
Written on Feb 09, 2019 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Very supportive and helpful, empathetic yet challenging at the right times.
Written on Aug 31, 2018 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Karen is insightful, compassionate and direct.
Written on Aug 15, 2018 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, and self esteem
Karen has been great to work with. She is smart and kind, and asks questions to really understand you and where you are coming from. Definitely recommend her to anyone needing help!
Written on Aug 06, 2018 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, self esteem, and anger
She listens and reads between the lines. She shows empathy towards me and it feel genuine.
Written on Aug 01, 2018 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, self esteem, anger, career, and bipolar