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Karina Killough, LCMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Karina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Karina. View 5 reviews
Great news, Karina is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

I would like to Thank Karina Killough for taking the time out to listen to me and offer me professional advise. Her kind words warmed my heart and I appreciate that. I look forward to our future appointments.

Reviewed August 2023

She is knowledgeable and kind.

Reviewed December 2022

More about Karina

  • 23 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCMHC

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) licensed in the state of North Carolina and I have a Master's Degree in Clinical/Community Psychology. I have over 23 years of experience working with a wide range of issues and ages. I have worked with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse/dependency, stress management, women's issues and self-esteem, family and relationship issues and individuals with trauma and abuse issues. I have experience working in Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient settings and have utilized individual, family/couples and group therapy.

My counseling approach is based on compassion, empathy, respect, support and a genuine desire and goal to help individuals address any area of concern.. I will engage in a beneficial therapeutic relationship that provides opportunity for the individual to identify appropriate coping skills to address life issues and improvement in their overall mental and emotional health. My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but I also utilize other therapeutic approaches including but not limited to Rational-Emotive Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and Mindfulness. I will focus on treatment planning to address an individual's specific needs and goals.

The first step in seeking support is always the most difficult one and at times can feel a little overwhelming. However, I believe the benefits of therapy can be very rewarding and I am excited and privileged to be a part of your journey. I look forward to working with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Bipolar disorder Depression LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes ADHD Body image Codependency Communication problems Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Karina Killough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003883984.

  • LCMHC · North Carolina · 3731 · Expires June 2025

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 Karina Killough

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

5 reviews

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Clients mention: Knowledgeable Amazing Fantastic Helping Professional Safe Feel heard

I would like to Thank Karina Killough for taking the time out to listen to me and offer me professional advise. Her kind words warmed my heart and I appreciate that. I look forward to our future appointments.

Reviewed August 2023

She is knowledgeable and kind.

Reviewed December 2022

I’ve just started therapy but I finally feel heard and it’s already started helping me. I have a safe place to be heard. And it helps so much.

Reviewed September 2022

Karina is fantastic. Todays session has given me a lot of hope. She’s kind and gentle and knowledgeable. I feel really, really blessed to have her as my counselor.

Reviewed September 2022

I've had a really amazing and heartfelt experience with Karina.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karina Killough offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karina Killough 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 Karina Killough speak?

Karina Killough speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karina Killough have?

Karina Killough has 23 years of experience.

Where is Karina Killough licensed to practice?

Karina Killough is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Karina Killough accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Karina Killough 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 Karina Killough offer?

Karina Killough offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karina Killough?

Karina Killough 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 Karina Killough?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.