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- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Karen
LCSW in New York with three years of practice, Karen Porterfield helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, and grief. She uses straightforward talk and practical skills to address day-to-day problems. Sessions emphasize developing self-awareness so people can make clearer choices in their lives.
Karen draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, client-centered work, mindfulness, and narrative approaches. She blends skill-based strategies with attention to personal stories. That means learning tools to calm strong emotions and also naming the patterns that shape how someone responds to stress.
In a typical session Karen will check what’s most pressing, teach a skill or two, and leave time to reflect on how those skills fit into daily life. Mindfulness practices and brief solution-focused steps are often assigned between sessions. The work is practical and paced to what a person can use right away.
Her emphasis is on helping people notice unhelpful patterns and try different behaviors. Clients learn concrete techniques from CBT and DBT for emotion regulation and problem solving. Narrative work helps people reframe difficult experiences and build a clearer sense of themselves.
Karen is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, in New York. She works in English and does not accept international clients. To begin, visitors are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session via the site button.
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Approaches and how they work for remote sessions
Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to a person. It helps clarify goals and priorities so sessions stay relevant. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers concrete strategies for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about current struggles, goals, and what methods feel workable. Together they try approaches and adjust as needed until a good fit is found.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as they are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten a check-in on a hectic day, or focus on specific skills without travel. Some methods translate well to remote sessions because they use brief exercises, written worksheets, or short skills practice between meetings. Ask about session length and format when scheduling so the plan fits everyday life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, and grief.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach mixes skill teaching with talking through personal stories. Sessions focus on practical tools and self-reflection.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, fill out 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.