Hello - I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in Maryland, with more than 20 years' experience in multiple settings. I've worked in the criminal justice system, a state psychiatric hospital and at a national non-profit focusing on providing assistance to disaster-impacted individuals and communities. I chose to be a social worker, in part, because I wanted to help people, but also because social work has a strengths-based perspective at its core; I believe every individual has unique strengths, and I welcome the opportunity to help you find yours.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During our first session together, I am likely to have a number of questions for you, including people and events you consider a significant part of your history, and also your reasons for seeking therapy. I will also make sure that you have an opportunity to ask questions. You may have a number of goals for therapy, and we'll work together to help you decide what is most important as an area of focus. I have sometimes described my approach to therapy as the two of us together on a bus. You're the driver with a destination in mind, and I'm the navigator helping to ensure that we stay on course to your chosen destination.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have 20+ years of experience, and have a rather informal approach. Seeking therapy can be a bit frightening, and I believe I have the ability to make people feel comfortable in order to make the process a bit less scary. Therapy is a safe space to share your fears, hopes and dreams, and you should feel comfortable knowing that the therapist/client relationship protects your privacy.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I enjoy working with adults (18 & up), and have worked with individuals struggling with serious mental health issues, as well as those who have faced grief and loss, felt insecure and struggled to take next steps.

About Karen Koski-Miller