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Karen Tan, LCSW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 1 review
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Hawaii and Texas

Recent reviews

Karen is caring and knowledgeable. She has some personal experience with "women's issues" as well, which is really great for my situation. Dealing with the change of life has been pretty crazy for me so far.

Reviewed March 2025

More about Karen

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in Hawaii and Texas with 10 years of clinical experience and 20 years of management/leadership experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, & trauma. I also have experience working with abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coaching Grief Parenting issues Coping with life changes Forgiveness Isolation / loneliness Panic disorder and panic attacks Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Karen Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063715944.

  • LCSW · Hawaii · LCSW-3676 · Expires June 2025
  • LCSW · Texas · 115406 · Expires October 2026

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 Tan

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

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Clients mention: Caring Great Knowledgeable

Karen is caring and knowledgeable. She has some personal experience with "women's issues" as well, which is really great for my situation. Dealing with the change of life has been pretty crazy for me so far.

Reviewed March 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karen Tan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karen Tan 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 Tan speak?

Karen Tan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karen Tan have?

Karen Tan has 10 years of experience.

Where is Karen Tan licensed to practice?

Karen Tan is licensed to practice in Hawaii and Texas.

Does Karen Tan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Karen Tan 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 Tan offer?

Karen Tan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karen Tan?

Karen Tan 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 Tan?

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.