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- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and bipolar
- Parenting support
About Kara
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee with 14 years of experience, Kara Merriam helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and life transitions. She frames clients as experts in their own stories and focuses on practical steps people can use to cope and move forward. Kara uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and problem-solving.
Kara listens for strengths that can be used in everyday life. She encourages small, achievable changes rather than sweeping shifts all at once. Sessions focus on clear goals, realistic coping skills, and tracking what works outside of sessions. The tone is straightforward and action-oriented.
Her approach centers on collaboration. Kara talks through problems, highlights patterns that cause stress, and helps people test new ways of responding. She emphasizes skill building for anxiety and mood management and practical strategies for parenting challenges and workplace stress.
Kara has worked across different counseling roles for over a decade. That experience includes helping people manage the emotional strain that comes from caring roles and high-demand jobs. She draws on what has worked in prior cases while adjusting to each person’s life circumstances.
To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The initial meetings focus on identifying immediate priorities and planning small steps to try between sessions. Over time, progress is reviewed and approaches are adapted to fit the person's evolving needs.
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Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions support them
Evidence-based techniques are the focus of Kara's work. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors; these methods are useful for anxiety, low mood, and practical problem solving. Skills-based work emphasizes concrete coping strategies such as relaxation exercises, activity planning, and behavior experiments to reduce symptoms and build routine.Trauma-informed methods focus on safety, pacing, and stabilizing symptoms before addressing painful memories. This approach supports people who have experienced abuse or overwhelming events by prioritizing grounding and emotion regulation skills first.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Kara will help identify which techniques fit best based on a person's goals and daily life. She checks what helps and adjusts plans as needed so the work stays relevant and doable.
Session logistics and formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often use remote meetings to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult, but confirm the exact session types offered with Kara before scheduling.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical style that focuses on skills and small, achievable changes. Conversations emphasize clear goals and testing new ways of responding.
How much clinical experience does Kara have?
She has 14 years of professional work experience in counseling and related roles.
What credential and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.