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- CBT methods
- Solution-focused work
- Women's issues
About Karen
LCSW-R in New York with 40 years of clinical experience, Karen Sheerin focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She works with adults who are managing illness, aging concerns, workplace strain, and major life transitions.
Karen uses straightforward, problem-focused methods to help people break down stressful patterns. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, practical goals and identify steps that move people forward.
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. Karen helps people name what matters, decide on small changes, and practice new ways of responding to stress. That includes techniques for managing anxiety, building self-respect, and handling the aftermath of loss or separation.
She also addresses long-term issues like chronic pain, illness, and aging by focusing on daily coping strategies and realistic problem-solving. Communication problems and workplace difficulties are handled with concrete skills and role practice rather than abstract discussion.
Karen emphasizes rebuilding confidence after guilt, shame, or isolation. She supports exploration of life purpose and self-love through short, actionable steps. To begin, clients select the online therapy options button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How Karen uses CBT and solution-focused work in online sessions
Karen commonly applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT tasks often include tracking mood and practicing specific coping exercises to reduce anxiety or manage stress.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to keep sessions directed toward practical goals. That approach focuses on identifying existing strengths and small steps that lead to measurable change, which is useful for workplace issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. Karen will work with each person to decide whether CBT, solution-focused techniques, or a mix will best match their goals, needs, and preferences. The choice can shift over time as progress is reviewed.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep continuity during life changes. Ask about the session lengths and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as workplace problems, chronic illness, and aging concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in a practical, goal-oriented manner that emphasizes small, achievable steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 40 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life-transition issues.
What credential and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click 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.