- CBT strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Motivational interviewing
About Karen
Karen Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, compassion fatigue, addiction, bipolar disorder, and anger. Her practice also addresses concerns like self-esteem, career strain, parenting stress, and major life changes.
Karen uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help people manage overwhelming feelings and regain a sense of control. She favors straightforward conversation and goal-focused work. Sessions tend to look at what triggers strong reactions, how those patterns developed, and what small steps could change how someone responds in the moment.
Her approach combines client-centered listening with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused methods. She also draws on trauma-focused practices and motivational interviewing when addressing motivation, trauma, or persistent avoidance. The aim is to build strategies that a person can use between sessions to handle irritation, resentment, or recurring anger more effectively.
Karen brings a cultural perspective shaped by her background as the child of Jamaican immigrants and notes that faith plays a role in her values. She describes the work as collaborative: she and the client set goals and try techniques that fit the person’s life and preferences.
People considering therapy will find practical steps, direct talk about triggers and behaviors, and a focus on measurable progress. Before booking, confirm current session options and any logistical details to ensure a good fit.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters to the person. It helps people feel heard and clarifies their goals so they can pick useful next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger-related reactions.Finding the right approach is collaborative. Karen will work with the client to decide whether more CBT homework, trauma-focused techniques, or motivational interviewing fits the current goals. She adjusts methods based on symptoms, past experiences, and what the person is ready to try.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm which options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins during breaks at work. Phone sessions may use less bandwidth and video can help with visual cues; Karen will discuss what works best for scheduling and practical needs when arranging sessions.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she address?
She helps with anger that shows up as losing temper with close people, building resentment, frustration at work, and dealing with someone else’s anger. Anger is listed alongside related concerns like stress, anxiety, and trauma.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She combines client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques to identify triggers and change responses over time.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience as a mental health counselor working with a range of issues including trauma, depression, and compassion fatigue.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida. Her practice is located in Florida.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she provide?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are conducted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.