Dr. Karen Kearby, LPC

Dr. Karen Kearby maintains a warm, interactive counseling style grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, positive psychology, and rational-emotive approaches into an eclectic, holistic model tailored to each person she works with. Holding a doctorate in Psychology, she is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with five years of clinical experience.

Her career includes work in private practice, correctional settings, and military installations, supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and groups. She has helped people facing self-esteem concerns, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, anger and stress management, trauma, grief, addictions, bipolar-related issues, intimacy concerns, and life adjustments. Dr. Kearby emphasizes the mutual development of therapy goals and ongoing evaluation of progress, believing that hope and the ability to challenge and replace unhelpful thoughts and beliefs open the door to change.

Clients can expect a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where practical strategies and personal strengths are brought together. Dr. Kearby is committed to guiding individuals through difficult times and empowering those ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Karen Kearby draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide her online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting clients to explore their own goals and values, which is helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. When helpful, she also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Kearby works collaboratively with clients to choose and adapt methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review progress and adjust the plan as needed, ensuring the work remains practical and client-focused.

Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists offers flexibility and accessibility. Video calls and phone sessions allow for face-to-face interaction, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for more immediate or convenient check-ins. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other commitments while using evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person.