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Karen Pena

Therapist(she/her/ella)
21 years of experience
18 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I am here to be a guide, an ally, and a support in your therapeutic journey of growth. I have over 25 years of extensive experience in working with people of diverse backgrounds, experiences and needs. I am passionate and authentic about the work and the value it holds for you.

My approach to therapy

My approach is hollistic, individualized, compassionate and evidence based.

What you can expect from me

My goal is provide a safe space to promote trust to establish an honest rapport to explore your areas of need, to discover new tools and ideas to improve the quality of your life.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Latinx, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Open Minded, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    21 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Fordham University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, North Carolina, Illinois)
  • Licensed in
    Illinois, New York, North Carolina
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Attachment Based, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Seeking Safety, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Dynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    Spanish