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Karen James, LCSW-C

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.

4.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 1 review
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Maryland

Recent reviews

Karen is pretty awesome. She helps support what's going on while holding me accountable if I done something wrong. Would highly recommend if you need therapy

Reviewed December 2024

More about Karen

  • 40 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW-C

I am licensed in Maryland with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. 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 Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Family of origin issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose

Licenses

Karen James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013161454.

  • LCSW-C · Maryland · 03219 · 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 James

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

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Clients mention: Recommend Support She helps

Karen is pretty awesome. She helps support what's going on while holding me accountable if I done something wrong. Would highly recommend if you need therapy

Reviewed December 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karen James offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karen James 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 James speak?

Karen James speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karen James have?

Karen James has 40 years of experience.

Where is Karen James licensed to practice?

Karen James is licensed to practice in Maryland.

Does Karen James accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Karen James 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."

How can I communicate with Karen James?

Karen James 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 James?

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.