Karen Foley

Karen Foley is a licensed clinical social worker with more than three decades of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. Karen aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is worried about starting therapy.

She sees clients who are coping with depression, grief and loss, and the effects of domestic violence. Karen also supports people facing problems with body image, communication, control, and the pain that comes with divorce and separation. Her work includes help for panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and feelings of isolation.

Her style centers on treating the person as the expert in their own life. Karen uses practical conversations to uncover strengths and options. She listens closely and helps people try small changes that can lead to relief.

Methods she draws from include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. These approaches guide how she helps people challenge unhelpful thinking, manage intense emotions, and build healthier habits.

Karen brings calm, steady experience to the room and focuses on what a person needs now. She encourages realistic goals and clear next steps. If someone is ready to begin, the process starts with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. The therapist offers empathy and reflection to help people make sense of their story and identify what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and uses clear, practical exercises to reduce anxiety and manage mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches ways to tolerate strong emotions and improve how someone reacts in stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, and then try methods that fit those needs. Decisions about techniques and pacing are made collaboratively so each person feels involved in their care.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, avoid travel time, and keep regular check-ins between in-person visits. Some formats can be shorter for quick check-ins or use less bandwidth for audio-only conversations, but please verify which options are offered when you schedule.