Karen Peck, LPC

Karen Peck is a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings 18 years of clinical experience to her work with people facing substance use, trauma, grief, PTSD, and life transitions. She is licensed as an LPC in Oklahoma and holds licenses in Virginia as both an LPC and as a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner - a credential that reflects specialized training in treating substance use concerns. Karen's practice has focused on helping clients navigate substance use addiction, recover from trauma and abuse, process grief and loss, manage post-traumatic stress, and adapt to significant life changes.

She approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and that existing strengths are essential resources for change. Karen emphasizes courage and the practical steps involved in moving toward a more fulfilling life, offering support and empowerment throughout the process. Her style centers on partnering with clients to build on strengths, explore options, and take meaningful steps toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Treatment Options

Karen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical and often used for anxiety, mood challenges, and adapting to life changes. Motivational Interviewing is included for clients working through substance use or ambivalence about change - it focuses on enhancing motivation and drawing out a person’s own reasons for change. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of traumatic experiences by creating space to process memories and develop coping strategies tailored to post-traumatic stress and related concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Karen works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and together they choose or adapt methods that fit the individual’s pace and situation. The therapist and client review progress and make adjustments as work unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and some appointments or check ins can be done via live chat or text based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule consistent care around work, family, and other responsibilities, and they expand access to licensed professionals for people who need different ways to connect.