Karen has been a life saver for me, guiding me on taking care of my self through difficult medical circumstances and obligations toward family. Her knowledge of programs and resources has proved to be valuable.
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz, LCPC
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 19 reviews
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Karen is a great therapist and very knowledgeable. She listens to me and offers many different options to help me in difficult situations. She has a variety of experience with working with people from different jobs in her past. She has a kind heart and it's a pleasure to work with her. I highly recommend her.
More about Karen
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
I am licensed in Maryland with 19 years of professional work experience. I hold a BA in psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, and a MA in counseling psychology from Bowie State University. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional. I also have extensive training and experience in grief and loss, stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal and postpartum depression, relationship issues, hospice, illness and disability issues, cultural diversity /special populations, working with first responders, and meeting the unique needs of active duty military and veterans. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I am eclectic in my clinical approach and will adapt to to your needs in choosing therapeutic approaches and in assisting you in developing treatment goals to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe you know your needs better than anyone. I also believe that you have many strengths that with support, will be tools you can use in overcoming the things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I am here if you are ready to get started.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053517342.
- LCPC · Maryland · LC2622 · Expires January 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Karen Crawley-Buckholtz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Karen has been a life saver for me, guiding me on taking care of my self through difficult medical circumstances and obligations toward family. Her knowledge of programs and resources has proved to be valuable.
Karen is a great therapist and very knowledgeable. She listens to me and offers many different options to help me in difficult situations. She has a variety of experience with working with people from different jobs in her past. She has a kind heart and it's a pleasure to work with her. I highly recommend her.
Better help and my therapist have helped me get through a very difficult time with my husband being ill and then passing away. Being able to send messages is critical because it works at my convenience and I don’t have to worry about appointment times.
I love my therapist she is kind and supportive and she has a way to show she cares and understands me
Her understanding of trauma is unparalleled. Very responsive and good at what she does
She is lovely and makes me feel seen.
It is so helpful to get sound advise, information and resources in addition to having someone listen and respond in session or with a timely message.
I began my therapeutic journey with Betterhelp never having experienced therapy before. Uncertain about what lay ahead, I found solace in the fact that my therapist, Karen Crawley Buckhotlz, actively listened to my concerns. Together, we delved into the exploration of my strengths and my weaknesses, devising strategies to navigate challenges, problem-solving, and fostering acceptance and release. Life is a series of highs and lows with choices that are sometimes crystal clear and at other times elusive. I am so grateful for the guidance that help me navigate through the complexities, allowing me to emerge from the challenges with a clearer sense of direction. This transformative process has left me feeling renewed and stronger than I have in a long time. Thank you, Karen.
Ms. Karen is very kind, caring, nurturing and compassionate. She’s very knowledgeable and very kind. She has excellent experience working with people with disabilities. I always feel heard and affirmed. She’s direct and tactful. I’ve really enjoyed working with her and would definitely recommend her to anyone in need of care.
She is a wonderful therapist and I really like her. She is very knowledgeable about things and is very helpful to me.
My therapist, Karen Crawley Bockholtz has help me to gain better insight and understanding on effective communication, & improve active listening skills by repharsing my response often times yeild a postitve outcome. It has worked! She's also helping me to understand things from my past and how to move forward. Karen is so intuitive and professional, I am so thankful to Betterhelp for paring me with Ms. Crawley Buckholtz. A true blessing.
Karen is awesome, very easy to talk to, and im very glad I was matched with her on Better Help. She is supportive over video call and text.
Karen is a gentle, kind, informed, and supportive expert. I trust and highly recommend her.
I've only been working with Karen for a few short weeks and I already feel like she truly gets me and knows what my needs are. She is really helping me to see my blind spots and go deeper in my self reflection.
She is very compassionate, understanding, and professional. I highly recommend her.
Karen is extremely professional. She caters to the matter at hand with phenomenal insight. I truly appreciate her and the tools she has given me to move forward. I feel much more optimistic and confident to manage myself in ways I couldn’t before.
Great person and human being!
She is a very caring and supportive person. She listens to me and helps me. She is very knowledgeable at what she does. She checks on me often. I really like her.
Very good listening
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Crawley-Buckholtz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Crawley-Buckholtz 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 Crawley-Buckholtz speak?
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Crawley-Buckholtz have?
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz has 20 years of experience.
Where is Karen Crawley-Buckholtz licensed to practice?
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Karen Crawley-Buckholtz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen Crawley-Buckholtz does not accept 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 Crawley-Buckholtz offer?
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen Crawley-Buckholtz?
Karen Crawley-Buckholtz 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 Crawley-Buckholtz?
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.