Therapy with Karina
“Therapy can be a difficult journey. One that is at times exhausting and painful.
As a therapist it is an honor and a privilege to walk beside you on your path. We can get through just about anything working together. I believe that most things can either be fixed or improved. Whatever happens, you don’t have to deal with it alone”.
Karina works from a strengths perspective. She utilizes many different therapy modalities including CBT and DBT. “I firmly believe in the importance of the relationship between the client and therapist.”
“Even though this process can be challenging, it can also be joyful, incredibly rewarding and sometimes even funny. I love all parts and aspects of how this works and look forward to traveling your path with you”.
Professional Development
Karina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her Master’s Degree from Rutgers University. She is also a certified Disaster Response Crisis Counselor (DRCC) by FEMA and MHANJ.
She has experience with many ages including tweens, teens, adults, and seniors. She has worked in several venues including in partial care, outpatient, schools, and in individual and group therapy addressing various issues such as anxiety, depression, self-injury and self-esteem issues.
She has previously worked as a presenter, conservation educator, exotic animal ambassador, and professional actor/improviser and pulls from her various experiences to enhance her therapeutic practice.