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Karen Petren

Therapist(She, her, hers)
25 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, OCD, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Karen and I have been working in mental health for 25 years. It is rewarding to witness my clients take charge of their lives and connect them to what they find most meaningful. Whether it’s listening, teaching new skills, or offering constructive feedback, I work closely with each person so they can find more joy in life.

My approach to therapy

I am patient and accepting of each client and I listen. I focus on each person’s strengths. Most of my ADHD and OCD clients have had at least one negative therapy experience so it’s important to talk about what has worked and what has not. I take time to understand each person and gather detailed information so we can create an individualized plan together.

What you can expect from me

Expect a warm welcome, a can-do attitude, and a good sense of humor. The goal is for you to feel better. We will create a plan to get there.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    25 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Simmons College
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychoanalytic, Humanistic, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    858 Burrell Street
    Marina Dl Rey, CA 90292