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Karen Johnson

LCSW (she/her)19 years of experience
Often rebooked
5.0 (49)
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

My name is Karen Johnson and I am a licensed clinical social worker that has a vast array of professional and personal experience. I am a graduate of Temple University and have close to 20 years of experience working with mostly adults, but several years of working with children and adolescents early in my career. I strongly believe, you know yourself best and would like to work with you in a collaborative fashion. I see each client as a whole person that encompasses the mind, body and spirit. I use an eclectic approach in my work using a variety of tools such as mindfulness, progressive muscle relaxation and other mind and body-based techniques. You are your own expert and I can help you facilitate change and growth in your daily life.

My name is Karen Johnson and I am a licensed clinical social worker that has a vast array of professional and personal experience.

First session

During our first session, we will go over your initial intake and why you are choosing to engage in therapy. We also will explore if we are a good therapeutic match and what you would like to get out of the therapeutic process.

Strengths

My greatest strengths as a provider are active listening, warmth and authenticity. I also provide mindful and relaxation techniques to use in between sessions to promote wellness. I also love to give psychoeducation to my clients so that they gain a broader understanding of their concerns.

Ideal clients

Clients who would best work with me are those working through life transitions, work/life balance, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma and health concerns.

Treatment methods

Mind-body approach

I believe strongly in the mind body approach within the therapeutic process. I use techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation and other mindfulness techniques to reduce symptoms.

Grief Therapy

There is no timeline to grief. We learn to integrate grieving into our daily lives. I have a trauma-based approach to grief. I also have specialized training and personal experience with survivors of suicide.

Trauma-Informed Care

In my many years of practice, I have worked with a large percentage of clients who have experienced some form of trauma through their lifespans.

Eclectic

I incorporate multiple modalities and my own personal experiences to have a collaborative journey on how to best help you work through your daily stressors.

Location

Virtual sessions

Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (49)16 reviews
June 18, 2026

The best! Karen is so easy to talk to and gives great insight into our conversations. She's funny, warm, and makes you feel heard. She listens to whatever rant I have to get out and offers a safe environment to just let go and release all my thoughts. I'll be going to her for a long time!

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 7 with Karen
April 15, 2026

Karen is easy to talk to and gives very good feedback and advice.

Verified client, age 45-54Review shared after session 5 with Karen
April 2, 2026

Karen really understands what I’m going through. She is very warm and kind and patient with me. My sessions don’t feel clinical which helps because I’m dealing with so many chronic illnesses. I look forward to talking with her.

Verified client, age 55-64Review shared after session 5 with Karen

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