- Grief and loss
- Life transitions
- CBT and mindfulness
About Karen
Karen Epple is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 30 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with grief, depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, sleep difficulties, ADHD, and questions about life purpose. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Over her career she has supported people through major life changes and losses. She focuses on practical ways to manage worry and mood, and on rebuilding motivation and self-confidence after setbacks. Karen uses straightforward conversation, guided exercises, and relatable strategies rather than clinical jargon.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed. Solution-Focused Therapy is part of her work when the goal is to find concrete next steps and build momentum.
Clients can expect a calm, friendly manner and occasional gentle humor when appropriate. Karen aims to listen closely, help people express difficult feelings, and practice skills that reduce stress and improve sleep and daily functioning. She often helps people map small, achievable goals to regain energy and interest in life.
Her background includes many settings where she helped with hospice and end-of-life counseling, caregiver stress, domestic violence, and aging-related concerns. She also addresses smoking and vaping cessation and issues specific to women and LGBT clients. If someone is unsure whether her style fits their needs, she asks a few questions before the first session to clarify goals and priorities.
How her approaches translate to online work
Karen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this often involves simple exercises and homework you can do between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy is used to practice observing thoughts and bodily reactions, which can reduce rumination and improve sleep by developing calmer attention. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for immediate, realistic steps to try next and is helpful when someone wants clear, short-term goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She discusses your goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before recommending techniques. That collaborative decision helps shape the mix of CBT, mindfulness, or solution-focused methods used in sessions.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can meet during a work break or between obligations. Licensed professionals, including therapists like her, often adapt exercises and worksheets for remote sessions so practical skill-building continues between meetings.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with adults facing grief, depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, sleep problems, ADHD, and questions about life purpose. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, aging issues, domestic violence, and hospice or end-of-life support.
How would she approach feeling stuck after a big change?
She combines practical techniques and short exercises with conversation to break problems into manageable steps. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify concrete next actions and build momentum.
What is her professional background?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working in a range of clinical settings. Her work has included grief counseling and support for caregivers and older adults.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds a Florida LCSW credential and practices from Florida. Sessions are conducted in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English for all clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm the current session options when scheduling to know which formats she offers.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for exact pricing in your region.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process will guide you to the initial appointment.
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