Karen Jurls, LICSW
Compassionate LICSW guiding life transitions
- Depression and anxiety
- Adoption and family
- Trauma and grief
About Karen Jurls
Karen Jurls approaches therapy as an act of self-care and a practical way to manage life’s challenges. She brings extensive experience in both the mental health and public health fields, and has worked closely with adoptive parents and their children to address the complex emotional needs that can surround family change. Throughout her career she has supported people coping with depression, stress, low self-confidence, loss related to relationships and family transitions, limited coping skills, and trauma.
As a LICSW - a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - she combines clinical training with years of practice to help clients set goals, explore feelings, and develop strategies for change. She emphasizes respect and upholding clients’ personal nature of sessions while collaborating on a plan for progress. Her work focuses on helping people find new perspectives that make daily life more manageable and rewarding.
Karen values a collaborative approach in which the therapist and client work together to identify priorities, try practical tools, and track change over time. She communicates a hopeful, steady commitment to helping people move forward and regain a sense of balance and purpose.
As a LICSW - a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - she combines clinical training with years of practice to help clients set goals, explore feelings, and develop strategies for change. She emphasizes respect and upholding clients’ personal nature of sessions while collaborating on a plan for progress. Her work focuses on helping people find new perspectives that make daily life more manageable and rewarding.
Karen values a collaborative approach in which the therapist and client work together to identify priorities, try practical tools, and track change over time. She communicates a hopeful, steady commitment to helping people move forward and regain a sense of balance and purpose.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Jurls have?
Karen Jurls has 35 years of experience.
Is Karen Jurls a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. License details are AL LICSW 0901C.
In which languages does Karen Jurls provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Jurls located?
She is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Karen Jurls as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Jurls through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Jurls work with international clients?
Karen Jurls does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Jurls cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life even when uncomfortable feelings are present - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and how early connections influence current relationships; it can help with adoption, family dynamics, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client’s own capacity for insight and growth - it fits many concerns including grief, low self-esteem, and coping with change.Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to determine which methods and skills align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and to access therapy from different locations. These options offer flexibility and consistent access to licensed professionals and therapists, allowing practical continuity of care while working toward meaningful change.