About Me
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience as counselor, therapist, social worker and chaplain. I have worked with clients aged 13 to 107, who have a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjusting to change and new situations, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting struggles, career challenges, caregiving difficulties, as well as spiritual and religious struggles. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma from many types of situations.
I have worked and learned much from my experiences working with teens and young adults, especially those experiencing loss and grief, and struggling to adapt to an ever changing world. I provided counseling in community mental health, hospitals, care facilities, hospice and privately. I have extensive experience working with folks young and old in the LGBTQIA community in all of those settings.
My counseling style is warm, respectful and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with compassion and sensitivity. I work with your unique strengths and abilities. I believe you have the answers to your own questions inside of you. We will work together to discover your own solutions in a respectful and collaborative partnership. My approach is client-centered, strengths-base and trauma-informed. In getting to know you, we will identify your goals and needs. We will explore what has already worked for you. Our work may include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, as well as humanistic and psychodynamic counseling. Offering many tools and practices, we will tailor ways for you to address your struggles and work to turn them into opportunities for growth and deeper understanding. For those who feel vulnerable or marginalized, I understand the importance of feeling safe and accepted. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental, accepting and comfortable space. We will work at your pace, with your unique needs and goals.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , Aging and Geriatric Issues , Cancer
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Services Offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video
Licensing
LICSW #089.0134258 (Expires: 2022-01-31)
Reviews
I've been looking for a counselor in my small town but have been unable to really feel a connection with anyone. Karuna has been an excellent fit for me from the very first meeting. She's an excellent listener and leads our conversations well, offers good perspectives, and gives me gentle guidance. An all around great experience after years of looking for someone.