The call with Karen was exactly what I expected for therapy. She understood my issues and had a plan with how to help.
Karen Lakritz, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 28 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Karen has been extremely supportive and on point with her advise. I am very happy with the progress so far
More about Karen
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse tied to loneliness. I have also worked with clients who are coping with severe bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have, what is now, a mild stutter as well as some dyslexia. I understand, more than most, the challenges faced by non-neurotypical individuals.
My therapy style is warm and supportive. I believe in treatment with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, but also accountability. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client centered, solution focused, and rational-emotive therapy. We will work together to find what best meets your needs and goals.
Real change takes work and commitment. I am ready to help.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Relationship issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Communication problems
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Karen Lakritz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124179940.
- LCSW · Florida · SW5585 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Karen Lakritz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
The call with Karen was exactly what I expected for therapy. She understood my issues and had a plan with how to help.
Karen has been extremely supportive and on point with her advise. I am very happy with the progress so far
Karen is such a special therapist and has helped me through some incredibly challenging times. So kind, yet direct. She makes me feel heard and seen.
Karen has helped me unlock certain things about my childhood that I would’ve never guessed to have affected me as an adult. She has given me good advice and helped discover things about me. Although it’s early days I’m very grateful to have been paired with her for this being my first time ever doing therapy
I absolutely love Karen and I’m excited for more sessions together
Karen is wonderful! I honestly do not have the words to explain how rewarding our sessions have been
Great Therapist. Very realistic and well humoured.
Karen and I connected immediately and she’s been a wonderful source of insight and reflection. She’s helps me feel completely at ease and provides a safe space for me to open up and talk about the things I need to heal from.
Karen is a knowledgeable and kind and meets me where I am. She helps me make active changes to improve my life and is very supportive along the way.
Is an amazing therapist listens to me understand where im coming from and makes me feel good
She is great!
I started counselling with Karen in 2022 and made significant progress. Then I took a break for a while and came back in 2023. It was like we had never stopped. Karen had remembered things we spoke about way back. I am so grateful to Karen for the care she has taken of me and how she has helped me get back on my feet again and again. Karen is extremely professional, thorough, honest and kind. I have never been in a better place than I am now and I owe that to Karen and her guidance.
Fantastic, really helped me through a rough time. Karen is a great listener, funny and very wise. She gives amazing advice and suggestions just when I needed it.
Karen is very understanding, with a wealth of knowledge. She knows the right questions to ask,, and is very supportive! 100% recommend her for your journey to healing
Brisbane, Australia Even with such a significant difference in countries, times and legal systems, Karen has helped me through it all. I left Karen once to find cheaper therapy… never again. Health is wealth.
Karen had been absolutely amazing. She gives me the most helpful tips and talking with her feels like talking to a friend.
Karen is focused, very supportive and enthusiastic. She provided me with many useful tips to relieve anxiety and helped me to find support during my hard times.
Karen is an amazing therapist! I wouldn't have made so much progress without her. She really motivated me to reach my goals and actively work on my problems. She has a great sense of humor so it was fun having sessions with her. And she has decades of experience so she knows her stuff! I highly recommend her.
I am so glad the universe (and BetterHelp) brought me to Karen! Not only an incredible therapist, but an incredible person; so caring, intuitive, patient and kind while also challenging and critiquing where needed. Karen’s knowledge and experience is clear in every session. I feel supported and safe and I also know we will have a laugh. I look forward to our sessions every week. Thank you Karen.
Karen has been the best therapist I've ever had the pleasure to speak to. Within the first session she had established a portrait of me and my problems so well, I thought I was looking in the mirror. It felt like she had known me for years. She even provided me long term home/self work and I am grateful. I will definitely be leaning on her again when I next need support!
Karen is great! We’ve had a couple of sessions and after each one I feel lighter and more complete. She allows me to talk about what I feel is important or she helps me find the most important thing to deal with. Can’t wait for our next session!
Karen is wise, clear and incredibly kind. She knows when to just listen and when to talk through thoughts or feelings. I am constantly taken aback at how wonderfully personal she is, she remembers everything you tell her with detail and in a way that feels like one is truly & deeply cared for. I could not be more grateful for the ways in which Karen has helped me work on my thought processing, anxiety, etc.
Karen is an exceptionally astute and attentive person. Within minutes on our first session she had me sussed. I honestly believe she knows more about the things that are or will be bothering me that I do. I am on a journey to discover the worth I have in me, I am so grateful to have Karen here to guide me.
Karen makes me feel heard and understood. I always look forward to talking to her. She encourages me to face my fears and celebrates my small victories. I highly appreciate her help! She is such a great mentor for me.
Karen has helped me understand my issues without ever telling me what has to be done. She has a talent of making you get there alone. That can only be achieve thro experience, open heart and a good ear. She made me grow and learn to take a step forward and I will stay with her even when things get calmer. Ita really great to habe a place to come back to.
Karen is a professional she listened to me thoroughly and had immediate insight and instructions. Strongly recommend her!
Karen is amazing and very professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.
Karen was able to understand my somehow complicated conflicts in just minutes. She ist experienced and transmits a strong feeling of empathy and also ist able to give you suggestions of trouble solving. I always look forward to my sessions with her and I would really recommend her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Lakritz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Lakritz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karen Lakritz speak?
Karen Lakritz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Lakritz have?
Karen Lakritz has 30 years of experience.
Where is Karen Lakritz licensed to practice?
Karen Lakritz is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Karen Lakritz accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Karen Lakritz accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen Lakritz offer?
Karen Lakritz offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen Lakritz?
Karen Lakritz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karen Lakritz?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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