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Karl Winegar

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Most people who reach out have already spent a long time trying to push through it on their own. Maybe things look functional from the outside, but underneath something feels off, stuck, or harder than it should be. That gap between how things look and how they actually feel is often exactly where therapy begins. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, substance use, and the kind of stress that never fully lets up. I also support people through grief, family strain, and significant life transitions. My work includes a particular focus on men who are ready to understand themselves differently and build something more sustainable than just getting by.

My approach to therapy

Together, we work to understand the patterns contributing to your distress. The point is not endless analysis but building real skills for managing emotions, shifting behavior, and moving toward greater clarity and resilience. We go at a pace that matches where you are and what you are ready for, and I will challenge you when the moment calls for it. This work tends to suit people who are motivated to break unhelpful patterns and want therapy to actually move somewhere.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is focused on getting to know you: your concerns, your goals, and what you want to walk away with. We will start building a plan that feels realistic and aligned with what matters to you. If you are ready to get some clarity and start moving forward, I would love to connect.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Creative, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Boise State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Idaho)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Regence BlueShield of Idaho

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English