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Karen Conner-Wison

Therapist(she/her)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have worked in social services and mental health for over 9 years. As a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor for over 7 years, I have collaborated with agencies and organizations within New York City area to address the needs of individuals and families; including those who are struggling to heal from the impact of anxiety, depression and various addictions that can cause damage to the lives of both young people and adults alike.

My approach to therapy

If you are experiencing difficulties with your life due to anxiety, depression, or substance abuse, by approaching treatment through a CBT, Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, and Spiritual perspective, I will guide you to finding a new balance in life. “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” Arthur Ashe

What you can expect from me

When collaborating with an individual, I provide support to them and their families, no matter their socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational, and other personal backgrounds. I am skilled at facing challenges with stress, loss, life transitions, academic issues, coping skills, marriage issues, and family conflict.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Fordham University, MS (Master of Science) at The New School University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, Pennsylvania)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    600 Hempstead Turnpike W
    West Hempstead, NY 11552