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Who Am I?

I am truly passionate about working with people with Complex Post Traumatic Stress as a result of Adverse Childhood experiences. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and I am approved to offer telehealth services in Florida. As a Trauma Specialist, specifically with clients who experience Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), Karen is Certified in EMDR and is an EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training.

As long as I can remember, people have described me as "bubbly", "outgoing", "friendly" and “warm”. It is those character traits that I bring to my work with clients.  I have a relaxed approach that makes it easy for me to engage clients in a therapeutic relationship. 

I received my Bachelor of Science degree from St. Francis College in Brooklyn, NY.  I then obtained my Master's of Social Work degree from Fordham University in New York City.  I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the State of New York and I am approved to provide Telehealth services to residents of the State of Florida.  

Throughout my professional career, I have received post graduate training in various therapeutic approaches.  EMDR is a therapeutic approach mostly used to help people with symptoms of PTSD or Complex PTSD. Additionally, I also completed a two year Trauma Studies Certificate program at the Manhattan Institute for Psychoanalysis. I have also completed Body Centered Psychotherapy training through the National Institute of Psychotherapies in NYC. I am IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed. I am currently in Polyvagal Theory training with Polyvagal Institute and use Polyvagal in my work with all my clients.