Karen Johnson, LMHC

Karen Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 15 years of professional experience. As an LMHC she holds a state license to provide psychotherapy and counseling, and she focuses on helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, stress, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addictions, grief, parenting and family challenges, career concerns, and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. Her practice also addresses attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, feelings of emptiness, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.

Karen takes a trauma-informed, collaborative approach, partnering with clients to identify meaningful goals and craft personalized strategies. She draws on evidence-based methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and client-centered techniques, and she incorporates motivational and solution-focused tools when they suit a person’s needs. This practical orientation is aimed at helping people build coping skills, reduce distress, and move toward clearer priorities.

As the child of Jamaican immigrants, Karen brings a culturally informed perspective and a strong appreciation for diversity to her work. Her personal faith informs a commitment to ethical and compassionate care. She values forming genuine connections with clients and prioritizes ongoing professional learning to ensure care remains thoughtful and effective. Karen welcomes individuals seeking a supportive, goal-oriented partnership toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Karen brings Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into online work to create a respectful, goal-focused experience. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and meeting clients where they are, helping people feel heard while they explore values, relationships, and personal goals. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Karen also incorporates Trauma-Focused Therapy when a history of trauma is central to a person’s difficulties - this approach helps process traumatic experiences and reduce their ongoing impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Karen collaborates with each person to determine what methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to adjust techniques over time so the plan stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals and therapists in a way that fits individual routines and comfort levels.