Licensed to practice in Connecticut and accepts 10 insurances. Specializes in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Self Esteem and 4 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hi, I'm Kara thanks for taking the time to check out my profile. As a therapist who has been in the field for almost a decade and a person who has also gone to therapy themselves, I know how scary it can be to take that first step. At the same time think of all you could gain better relationships, more life satisfaction, healthy boundaries, good communication skills, resiliency etc. In my 12 years of practice as a therapist, I've seen that many people struggle to be kind to themselves. A key part of my work is helping clients change their inner voice from critical and confusing to logical and empathetic. I currently work with all ages and am inclusive, trauma informed, and collaborative. I feel that as the client you are the expert of yourself and focus on teaching you to be your own therapist.
I take a collaborative approach in therapy, viewing you as the expert of your own life. During our initial session, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe and supportive space, Together, we will work toward goals that you identify at a pace that is comfortable for you. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it's okay to take your time in deciding if I’m the right fit for you. Whether you're looking for support with a specific challenge or simply need a safe, non-judgmental space to talk, I’m here to help. My approach is all about meeting you where you are, with patience, compassion, and understanding.
I have been a therapist since 2018 and have experience in the following skills: Trauma-Informed Care, TF-CBT, LGBTQ+ Supportive Therapy, Inclusive & Affirming Practice, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Child and Adolescent Therapy, and Adult Therapy. I am a licensed therapist with 13 years of experience specializing in trauma-informed care. My work emphasizes small, achievable changes which, with time and hard work, can become self-actualization and inner strength.
I work well with clients who are willing to create small achievable goals with me and are open to some homework and carefrontation when needed. I appreciate when clients are consistent in therapy and understand that progress in therapy depends on the work a client is willing to do. That being said, when clients make progress with me, I always give them 100% of the credit. As a therapist I am there to support and guide my clients towards their goals my clients are the ones who do the real work.
As a therapist I feel that often times clients are struggling with either small traumas and/or big traumas and this is something we work on in therapy.
I often use solution focused therapy in sessions to help clients use skills they already have to help them learn to manage their own issues.
I believe that clients are the experts of themselves and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve goals which they create for themselves.
DBT skills are taught in session to help manage anxiety, depression, and trauma related symptoms.
I work with clients to help them learn how to spot illogical thinking and turn it to logical thinking as a way to manage anxiety symptoms.