Kara is passionate about offering grace and hope to those who are hurting. During her time at Richmont Graduate University (where she completed a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling), she pursued a certificate in trauma counseling, gaining valuable skills and a focused passion for walking alongside those who are hurting from the impact of traumatic events. 

For her graduate internship training, she worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, gaining broad experience in a variety of mental health challenges. She also had the experience of co-leading a group for female survivors of childhood sexual abuse. She is certified in Prepare-Enrich premarital therapy, trained in Gottman-style couples therapy, and loves working with couples. She is also trained and experienced in addressing addiction. 

Kara works with a broad range of clients, including adults (individuals and couples), teens, and families on a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationships, addiction, and life stress. She is integrative in her theoretical approach and employs a variety of theories and techniques, often drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamics, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.