Karen Bludorn - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

14 years experience

About Karen Bludorn

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has had the privilege of gaining experience in a variety of counseling settings. I offer individual counseling. I provide a holistic approach to counseling by addressing your physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. I approach therapy in a very integrative, client-centered manner to ensure the highest quality care is provided. I have experience working with individuals struggling with negative self-talk, challenging feelings and beliefs about the self, identity development, mood instability, substance use, anxiety, and history of trauma. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques that include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, psychoeducational, trauma-informed, mindfulness, and more. I promote growth by offering a safe, accepting atmosphere so that you feel heard, validated, and empowered.

Licenses

LCSW

LCSW-15634

LCSW

9201966-3501

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Great knowledge and she makes a true effort to understand your struggles and make appropriate recommendations. 10/10 recommend.”

“Very direct ,gives me clear advice on what I should do. Tells me what I need to hear. Helps me find clarity in things.”

“Karen is a perceptive, evidence-based therapist who is great at listening and guiding you to ways of confronting and resolving your own roadblocks. She is empathetic, intelligent, and very personable. It is a joy working with her.”

“Karen speaks to me with kindness, grace and patience. I am very greatful for expertise and knowledge.”

“Karen is extremely helpful, she listens and suggests materials that can help with what I am going through. She is very knowledgeable and makes me feel very comfortable sharing my issues.”

“Karen has helped me realize things within our conversations things I probably had no clue about and makes alot more sense in my life! She is an awesome listener”

“Excellent. Easy to talk to, kind, relatable, and empathetic without being coddling (which is exactly what I need and respond to best). She has provided me with several useful tools to combat my anxiety. Very knowledgeable and accessible. You can tell she really cares.”

“Karen is a gifted, experienced therapist who is able to teach others (me!) skills that improve my mental health and relationships. Highly recommend her!”

“Great”

“Karen is very kind, caring and understanding. She's really easy to talk to, and even though we've only had a few sessions together she's helped me so much already :)”

“I feel very supported by Karen. She helps me see different perspectives, but helps me focus on reality using quotes, real experiences, and statistics. I appreciate our time, and it truly has helped me overcome adversity.”

“In the few weeks I have spoke with Karen, she’s given me great tools to help me look deeper into myself and I have an optimistic outlook on my journey continuing to talk to her. She is kind and caring, listens, and gives great advice.”

“Karen has been helpful in every session and provides good insights and conversation/questions!”

“It is an absolute pleasure to work with Karen. Professional with the right blend of encouragement , education and support.”

“Karen is a highly knowledgeable, experienced therapist and working with her has helped me unlock some keys to well-being and a new future rather than reliving the past. Highly recommend!”

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