Karen Shinkle
LCSW, 19 years of experience
About me
Hi there, my name is Karen. Are symptoms of stress, anxiety and/or depression getting in the way of you enjoying life to its fullest? Are your relationships or job performance feeling the impact too? Accepting support could be the best decision you make to start heading in a much better direction. I find it to be an incredible honor to get to know clients, no matter where they are on their journeys. And I love the process of holding a safe space for those ready to do what it takes to break free of the perceived limitations that difficult symptoms conspire to create. And for those just thinking about getting ready too! I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches (including CBT, Nurtured Heart, EFT), infused with some humor and deep reverence for the clients with whom I have the honor of meeting. If you're looking for support, even if it's not with me, I hope you take that first step today!
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
At our first meeting, I hope to learn about you and your goals and what matters most to you right now. You can expect to spend a little time for introductions and for me to listen as you share what you feel comfortable sharing about yourself, your story, and what you would like to create next in your life. I will do my best to create a warm and safe environment where you can start or continue on your journey of healing and growth.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have worked with adults and children for the past 20 years on a variety of issues. As a school based therapist, I never know what challenges a student might present, therefore my experience is broad. Many experienced anxiety, depression and/or ADHD symptoms. As an outpatient therapist, I have worked with adults who experienced similar challenges including relationship and parenting challenges. I have training and experience using Nurtured Heart, CBT, EFT, DBT, and hypnosis. Getting to know a client and what tools or techniques are a great fit for them right now is my goal.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
If you have an open mind and an eagerness to learn and grow, we could work well together. If you are ready to open your heart to more love, more forgiveness, more growth and joy in your life, it would be an honor to walk with you for a while on your unique and amazing path.
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My treatment methods
Strength-Based
I use an eclectic approach, tailoring this to a client's unique needs, situation and preferences. I have experience in using EFT tapping, hypnosis, Nurtured Heart, DBT, and CBT.