Hi! I am Karin, a Licensed Therapist in Pennsylvania. This has been my life long dream, to be a counselor. When other kids were playing house or school, I was playing psychiatrist - though I am sure I didn't know how to spell it then! I used to write letters to my cousins that read more like a Dear Abby advice columnist than a kid's communication with their bestie. I poured over advice columns in teen magazines like, "was my face red..." and never cared about the current fashions as much as "could this marriage be save?"! So here I am, years later, living out my passion and realizing that I don't have the advice, nor do I want to! But that I have a listening spirit and clinical skill that can be of help to anyone that needs it. I lean toward Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but simply put, that means that there is a connection between what you think and then how you feel. So if you don't like how you feel, we look at what you are saying to yourself and if that is helping you to feel the way you want to feel or not! Pretty simple really. I want to help people feel as good as they possibly can right now... with the circumstances they have and with the past they have lived through. And it is possible to have lived through some really bad things and still have peace and serenity in your life. If you are not convinced, that could be a good reason why you need to work with me. Looking forward to connecting with you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC003573
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Literally from our first conversation I knew Karin was the perfect therapist for me! I look forward to talking to her every week. I still have a lot of work to do but I’m proud of all the steps I’ve taken in the right direction with her guidance/assistance.
Written on Jul 06, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I have enjoyed the sessions I’ve had with Karin. She listens to my concerns and responds very well to help me work through my problems.
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and grief
Karin is a fantastic listener and extremely nurturing when it comes to one's emotions.
Written on Jun 11, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Karin is very helpful and understanding, she is a safe place to share deep hurts and insecurities. She helps me feel seen and understood. her encouragement. and experience have been very helpful to me.
Written on Jun 09, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Karin it's very soft and kind. She is knowledgeable and listens. She offers great suggestions and support. She offers times and days that work for me and is flexible. I Just love her!
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karin is incredibly kind, supportive, and good at what she does! I was nervous when I decided to begin therapy but she let me share at my own pace and helped me to feel at ease right away. Not only is she an expert in her field, but she is also very responsive as she continued to communicate with me on the app between our sessions. I highly recommend!!
Written on Jun 02, 2025 after therapy with Karin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem