Dr. Karen Robinson-Yaw

Therapy is meant to be a completely individual experience and I treat it as such with compassion and cultural humility. My goal as a therapist is to assist you in developing personalized coping skills which foster resilience for challenging life transitions while also helping you to discover your purpose in life. I offer compassionate listening as we work together to find comfort and resolve in the difficult areas of your life, relationships and the challenges you are facing. I have specialized maternal mental health training with Postpartum Virginia Support and I am certified as a marriage facilitator and trainer with Prep/Enrich.

I use modern approaches and evidence-based practices which include somatic practices and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed framework to fit your individual needs. I have experience living overseas as well as facilitating conferences, mission trips and retreats in Africa, Latin America and Central Asia. I also integrate faith-based counseling for those interested in including Christian beliefs and practices.

During our first session, I'll ask you some basic questions about your story and current challenges. While listening intently, I will be attuned to your underlying concerns as we work together to map out a way forward.