LMHC

Karen Phillips , LMHC

Therapist in Florida

· English

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“I believe each person is unique and has their own story, their own challenges and their own needs.”

About Karen

Karen Phillips is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 25 years of clinical experience. She has worked with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and emotional abuse experienced in childhood, bringing long-term experience to each therapeutic relationship.

Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered approach grounded in humanistic principles. She views each person as unique, with their own story, strengths, and goals, and she partners with clients to identify practical strategies and personal insights that support healing and growth.

Karen integrates evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while remaining open to the approaches and tools clients find most helpful. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a professional credential that reflects training and licensure in mental health practice in Florida (FL LMHC MH6148).

She focuses on helping people find solutions to challenges, enhance well-being, and move forward with greater resilience and clarity.

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Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Karen Phillips have?

Karen Phillips has 25 years of professional experience in mental health care.

Is Karen Phillips a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her Florida license is listed as FL LMHC MH6148.

In which languages does Karen Phillips provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Phillips located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Karen Phillips as my therapist?

You can work with Karen Phillips through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Karen Phillips work with international clients?

Yes, Karen Phillips works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Phillips cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesControl issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

—About

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practising in Florida.

—How I Work

My clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I describe my therapy style as collaborative and client centered.

—Who I Help

I work with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

I have experience working with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and clients who experienced trauma or emotional abuse as children.

—Frequently Asked Questions

What session formats does Karen offer?

Karen offers online therapy sessions.

What languages does Karen offer therapy in?

Karen offers therapy in English.

-Background

Credential: LMHC
Licensed in: Florida
Approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Existential Therapy · Mindfulness Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Solution-Focused Therapy · Trauma-Focused Therapy
Languages: English

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