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Hi, my name is Karen. I have a BS in Religion, a MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and I am licensed in the state of North Carolina as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. My approach to helping people is Eclectic Therapy. I integrate multiple psychotherapies from a variety of disciplines to customize the best possible therapeutic process for each unique client. Whether using a single treatment or a combination of treatments, each counseling session, each treatment plan is adapted to the needs of each individual client, depending on their problem.
I have worked with clients in many venues: hospital, private practice, outpatient facility, crisis line. I have treated and co-treated numerous problems: schizophrenia, bi-polar, GAD, PTSD, ODD, OCD, family, marriage and couple relationship issues, pornography, grief, caregiver burnout, substance use, addictions, career changes, trauma, abuse, and more.
Asking for help is not always easy but it can be extremely rewarding. I hope when we connect that my training, experiences and style is the right fit for you.
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Karen Cauthen. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is really good
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Karen is a kind soul, really healing speaking with her. She’s really gentle and works through my issues
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 5 months on issues concerning addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I really appreciate how she actually listens to me and my concerns. I feel very comfortable with her and she has given me a safe space to talk about things that I never have before. She’s great
Written on Dec 29, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
We have just gotten started. So it’s a bit early to assess where we are.
Written on Dec 27, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Karen is kind, caring, and patient. I like how she pauses a lot before responding. It tells me she’s really listening and putting a lot of thought into my situation and any advice she gives me. I feel heard, supported, and encouraged when we speak.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Ms. Karen is very understanding and very compassionate. She makes talking about how I feel easy. I always feel better after our conversations.
Written on Dec 02, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Karen is truly amazing. I have been meeting with her every week for the past 4 months. I have had positive conversations/interactions with her that have improved my mental health and my life. She is challenging in the best ways. She has truly not only helped me work through lots of trauma, but she also helped me pick up the pieces afterwards and helped me find parts of myself after all of the mess that i once was. My family can also see positive changes in myself. Karen gave me copious amounts of worksheets that were and still are very useful. Karen will always be the Therapist i use if she is available. The world needs more of her!
Written on Oct 27, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
Motherly to me. Advices are realistic and helpful.
Written on Aug 25, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Karen reminds me of family. She perfectly understands my problems because she has so many years of expertise in the areas where I struggle. I'm really grateful for her taking away a lot of stress and giving me good coping skills that are practical and actually help.
Written on Jul 26, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She REALLY listens and offers usable suggestions!
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
3 weeks in and I am very happy with Ms Cauthen !
Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and compassion fatigue
Karen is a fantastic woman with great advice. Sessions with her feel equivalent to speaking to a very wise friend. I appreciate her support and welcome her biblical wisdom into our sessions which makes the richness of our talks much greater. I highly recommend her.
Written on Apr 22, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have really enjoyed working with Karen for the last year. She is a bright spirit and a voice of reason. I enjoyed her support and the way she helped me walk through a hard season of transition! Would recommend Karen to anyone seeking a spiritual perspective
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I like Karen a lot! Really nice to have someone to talk to. She’s great at keeping me on track even though I’m telling her 6 things at a time.
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and compassion fatigue
She is great
Written on Jan 05, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
She was awesome! I felt a connection with her and comfortable talking with.
Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Karen Cauthen is a rare blend of expertise in her field, compassion, and Christian leadership. I am so glad to be connected, heard, and counseled by Karen. She is very helpful to me and I am grateful for her.
Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and compassion fatigue
Karen is honest, challenging and full of grace.
Written on Nov 06, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
After only a few sessions I already feel like I’ve had some breakthroughs with Karen. She asks the right questions and makes me think for myself, allows me the floor to express everything I need to, and then provides the support I need to help me move forward instead of staying stuck in a pattern. She has worksheets for me to help dig deeper, too. I am really looking forward to continuing my therapy with Karen and strengthening myself with her help. Thanks Karen!
Written on Oct 16, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and anger management
Very easy to talk to and knowelable.
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, and anger management
Karen has been able to connect with me after many others have not. She listens, is not judgmental and offers enough time to work through my feelings each session. Would highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 08, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and parenting issues
My opinion has not changed. Would highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 8 months on issues concerning self esteem, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Excellent therapist. Caring. Understanding. Offers good advice. Listens. Thx
Written on Aug 03, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and compassion fatigue
First time doing therapy and couldn’t be happier with Karen. She’s so laid back in a good way. Makes me feel comfortable enough to say what I’m feeling because I know she’ll give the right amount of advice while also just listening.
Written on Jul 10, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Karen is incredibly empathic to my needs and offers solid advice. Her breath of knowledge is exactly what I need during this time. Thank you!
Written on Jun 05, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Karen is a wonderful therapist, she knows exactly which questions to ask and when to get to the core of the issue. She is kind and respectful when u need a little more compassion; then funny and introspective when you need a little laugh.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Thank you for all your help. It's so easy to talk to you :-)
Written on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Karen, is an absolute god send. She’s made me feel comfortable to open up and express my feelings. She is a life saver, she really is
Written on Apr 30, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Karen is good hearted and can speak to your heart.
Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 3 months
Great listener and has good advice
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
10/10
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
She is a great listener and offers sound advice
Written on Mar 27, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Karen was so incredibly helpful getting me through the early stages of my first pregnancy after loss. We had a shared faith, so she was able to give me counseling tools like CBT and insight that related to my personal faith. I’m so incredibly grateful for her help and wisdom during this time and can’t recommend her enough.
Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Karen is a wonderful listener and always has great advise to share. I would definitely recommend to anyone going through a crisis or just needing the expertise of a non-biased, third-party professional to help make sense of the conflicts or difficulties they are experiencing in life.
Written on Mar 05, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Karen had been extremely helpful through my difficult times. She’s listened and helped me overcome some battles I’ve experienced. I enjoyed talking to her she’s made me feel like I’m her friend. 10/10 I definitely would recommend her to a friend.
Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with Karen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and trauma and abuse
I love Karen! She’s so sweet and always so encouraging. I love talking to her!!! Highly recommended!
Written on Dec 18, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 7 months
I couldn't be happier with Karen thus far. She has been essential in helping me to cope with and navigate several challenges in my life. She is respectful, supportive, and obviously has lots of experience. I'm very glad I was matched with her!
Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She’s a wonderful soul. She is a great listener and responds with much wisdom. Through her responses and worksheets I have vastly improved.
Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Karen made me feel at ease the minute we started talking. She was very easy to share my story with and be vulnerable. Right from the start she has challenged me with tough questions that make me really process and think. At the same time she provides Christian insight and grace with encouragement and truth all weaved together. I love how she takes the time to send worksheets and resources that all add to my journey outside of our weekly sessions. Karen is truly an answer to prayer
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I have been working with Karen for a couple months now. She provides a good balance of listening and sharing. I feel like she tried to understand my concerns and was more than willing to share her own relevant advice or experiences. She is flexible to communicate in various ways whether video, live chat, or messages. She also provided many helpful worksheets as we worked through the sessions. I would certainly recommend Karen to anyone who might benefit from her expert help.
Written on Jul 28, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
I have only had two going on three sessions with Karen and she is an absolute delight. Karen is relaxed, client focused, amazing conversationalist and down to earth. I feel extremely supported not only on session days but also throughout the week and she also checks in briefly on my progress with worksheets she assigns me then gives me the encouragement that I did them well and how nice they are to read. I would recommend her to everyone new or returning to therapy. 10/10 Stars
Written on Apr 09, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Karen is a very warm, compassionate person who makes you feel comfortable instantly. I am thankful to have met her as she has already helped me to lift a heavy burden from my shoulders and bring me some relief and peace in such a short time.
Written on Mar 25, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Karen is very compassionate, understanding, and intelligent. She’s very skilled at connecting life events with feelings and behaviors. It’s been a pleasure to work with her.
Written on Mar 23, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I have had counselling in the past so I appreciate and value Karen's support even more. She is the consummate listener, allowing me to pour out my concerns, then guides me gently to reflect and consider how I can make change in my life and make me a better version of the person I am now, at peace with myself and within myself.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
I've been counseling with Karen for 3 weeks now. I don't specifically need advice as I need a non-judgmental ear to listen and she provides just that. She asks an appropriate amount of questions to get to know me as a person and is engaging; offering tips and suggestions when applicable. I feel like I can tell her what is in my heart and on my mind without being looked down on. These are things that I feel I can tell no one else. She lets me talk and she lets me cry. She is gentle and her tone is kind and soothing. There are merits and benefits to having a counselor to turn to. Sometimes it's just easier talking to a stranger than to someone who knows you. To be honest, many of our friends/family . . . they cup runneth over as well without me burdening them with my issues. I'm glad I signed up for help and so far I'm happy I choose Karen.
Written on Mar 20, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Karen is very thoughtful and caring in her way of interacting with me. Only done one session so far but she is amazing. She also consistently follow up and are in touch with me. Thank you Karen!
Written on Mar 19, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Karen has been great being able to talk through things with her and the guidance given I think will help me get to where I want to be.
Written on Feb 18, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Karen has been fully available throughout this experience.
Her expertise and way of communicating is truely beneficial.
I would recommend her service to anyone in need of a good listener and she always has great advice.
Written on Feb 13, 2021 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
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