Karen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual psychotherapy. She maintains a private practice in Walnut Creek, CA. Karen has 30 years experience as a psychotherapist; a graduate of John F. Kennedy University specializing in transpersonal psychology and psychodynamic theory, now rooted in mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. She is currently a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, stress management, effective communication skills and work place issues.
In addition to being a compassionate relationship therapist, Karen has presented at universities, conferences, workshops and to general audiences speaking on the topics of stress reduction, eating disorders, art therapy and parenting. Other valuable experience consists of working as the Employee Assistance Program Consultant to the United States Coast Guard. Prior to becoming a full time psychotherapist and business owner, Karen worked in various capacities (including management) in the corporate-business world, giving her valuable insight into the differing workplace demands.
Karen is an interactive, mindfulness-based, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Education
M.A.- Counseling Psychology
John F. Kennedy University, Pleasant Hill, CA
B.A. - Psychology
University of California at Berkeley, CA
License & Certification
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified Critical Incident Stress Management Facilitator
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional
Additional Training
Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy Eating Disorder-Body Image Treatment
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Anger Management
Professional Memberships
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapist
