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- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction and recovery
- Relationship communication
About Karen
LCSW in Kentucky with 26 years of practice experience, Karen Hanson focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and depression. She sees adults who bring concerns about mood, coping, and interpersonal problems. Sessions emphasize clear conversation and problem-solving rather than clinical jargon.
Karen draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and handle life events. She helps people talk through painful memories, reduce anxiety, and plan steps for change. Work often includes identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing new communication skills, and making practical plans for recovery from substance use or other compulsive behaviors.
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Karen listens for what's not working, asks practical questions, and suggests small experiments clients can try between sessions. She checks in on what helps and adjusts plans when needed.
She often addresses family and relationship strain by helping individuals sort roles, set boundaries, and improve communication. For people dealing with loss, abandonment, adoption or attachment concerns, she focuses on building coping strategies and clearer expectations in relationships.
Karen also supports caregivers and people facing major disruptions such as divorce, domestic violence, disaster-related stress, or issues related to blended families. Work with children or teens is not specified, so interested people should confirm fit before booking.
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How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are ways of working that focus on practical change. One common approach is cognitive work that helps people notice and test thoughts that increase anxiety or low mood; this can help reduce worry and improve day-to-day coping. Another useful approach targets behavior and routines, helping people build small, repeatable habits to manage cravings, improve sleep, or reduce avoidance behaviors related to depression or anxiety.Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist and client will talk about current problems, goals, and what feels manageable. They will try methods that fit the person’s needs and adjust the plan based on what helps most, working together to find effective strategies.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting appointments into a busy week and keeping work between sessions focused on real life. Because the original biography did not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule regular check-ins, practice skills learned in sessions in everyday settings, and use shorter or more frequent contacts when that supports progress.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, abandonment, caregiver stress, and family problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a practical, collaborative approach. Sessions emphasize clear conversation, skill building, and concrete steps between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of experience working with people facing mood, relationship, and addiction concerns. That experience spans a wide range of life stressors and transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCSW and practices in Kentucky. The credential listed is KY LCSW.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the intake and matching steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.