Really easy to talk to, for a person like me who take long time to open up, it’s really hard to open up but when talking to Karen, it’s really easy to talk to.
Karen McDougal, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
Karen has provided me with a safe and supportive environment from day one, always challenging me but also giving the time & space needed for me to share when I’m ready.
More about Karen
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hi! My name is Karen McDougal, I am a LPC (licensed professional counselor) with 14 years of experience. My scope of practice includes general mental health issues (anxiety, depression, etc.) life adjustments/transitions, trauma informed therapy, familial conflicts, crisis intervention, career exploration and planning, and self esteem. I have conducted crisis assessments, provided crisis interventions, created, and implemented treatment plans, and discharge plans; in a hospital setting, outpatient services, and in home agencies. As well as provided education: on parenting behavioral issues and healthy relationships. I have facilitated and co-facilitated social skills groups, a psycho-educational group on anger management, and healthy teen/pre-teen dating relationships. I have assisted in observations for functional behavioral analysis reports, data collection, and treatment recommendations for children with behavioral disturbances. Also worked with children, teens, and adults on career exploration and planning.
Clinical approaches:
My orientation to counseling is person- centered therapy, mindfulness, trauma informed with a focus on helping clients find and reach their desired goals to achieve happier and fuller lives.
Experiences include:
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, trauma, anger management, healthy dating, self-esteem, domestic violence, career exploration and planning, parenting issues, crisis, self harm, healthy relationship education, and communication issues
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Karen McDougal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598061160.
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00474100 · Expires November 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Karen McDougal
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Really easy to talk to, for a person like me who take long time to open up, it’s really hard to open up but when talking to Karen, it’s really easy to talk to.
Karen has provided me with a safe and supportive environment from day one, always challenging me but also giving the time & space needed for me to share when I’m ready.
Karen is great! She’s extremely supportive and even better listener. I’ve only had two sessions with her so far but I’m already feeling like I can tackle the week ahead after talking to her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen McDougal offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen McDougal works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karen McDougal speak?
Karen McDougal speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen McDougal have?
Karen McDougal has 14 years of experience.
Where is Karen McDougal licensed to practice?
Karen McDougal is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Karen McDougal accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen McDougal does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen McDougal offer?
Karen McDougal offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen McDougal?
Karen McDougal can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karen McDougal?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.