Karen Lakritz, LCSW
LCSW with 30 years experience
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- LGBT and relationship support
About Karen Lakritz
Karen has spent significant time living in Canada over the past nine years and is familiar with the health and housing systems there, which can be helpful for clients navigating cross-border issues. Her therapeutic manner is warm and supportive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion alongside clear accountability. Her clinical work draws on cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, solution-focused, and rational-emotive methods to tailor care to each person’s needs. She collaborates with clients to identify goals and practical steps toward change, recognizing that meaningful progress requires effort and commitment. Karen is prepared to partner with people seeking thoughtful, experienced guidance through difficult transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Lakritz have?
Karen Lakritz has 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Karen Lakritz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as FL LCSW SW5585.
In which languages does Karen Lakritz provide therapy?
Karen Lakritz provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Lakritz located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Karen Lakritz as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Lakritz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Lakritz work with international clients?
Yes, Karen Lakritz works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Lakritz 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Clinical Approaches and Online Therapeutic Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing symptoms tied to mood and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist supports the client’s own goals and self-directed growth, which can be especially helpful for relationship, identity, and self-esteem concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, commonly called ACT, helps people develop psychological flexibility by clarifying values and learning practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action; it is useful for stress, chronic worry, and navigating life changes.
Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Karen Lakritz works collaboratively with clients to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds. This cooperative stance helps tailor care to each person’s situation.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access consistent support from home or while traveling. Those options allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care, accommodate varying communication styles, and fit therapy into busy lives with fewer barriers to regular attendance.