Kara-sue Harriott, MD, LCSW-C

Kara-sue Harriott is a Maryland-licensed clinician with 12 years of professional experience guiding people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, and LGBTQ-related concerns. She holds MD and LCSW-C credentials, indicating medical training alongside clinical social work licensure, and combines that background with practical, evidence-informed techniques to support clients across a range of emotional and relational struggles.

Kara-sue places a strong emphasis on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, develop coping skills, and cultivate greater resilience and self-understanding. Her approach is attuned to issues such as panic, mood disorders, attachment and abandonment concerns, body image and self-love, and the challenges many face around isolation, communication, and life purpose.

Believing that seeking help requires courage, Kara-sue aims to empower clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She offers steady support and practical strategies tailored to each individual, helping clients navigate change and build sustainable tools for long-term well-being.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Kara-sue Harriott uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. She offers skills-based work for stress and anxiety that focuses on practical tools - breathing and grounding strategies, emotion regulation skills, and structured coping plans to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. She also applies trauma-focused strategies that help people process painful experiences at a manageable pace while building safety, stabilization, and resilience. Additionally, Kara-sue provides supportive, identity-affirming therapy for LGBTQ-related concerns, creating space to explore identity, relationship dynamics, and self-acceptance.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kara-sue partners with clients to assess needs, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on goals and preferences so the work feels relevant and effective for each individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients to connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain consistency during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, all while working toward meaningful change.