What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Karen Rightler
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Karen Rightler
Meet Karen Rightler, PMHNP-BC, a dedicated board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a profound passion for behavioral health. Throughout her extensive nursing career, Karen has acquired valuable experience in diverse settings, including inpatient care, home-based care management, and hospital case management.
Karen's journey in the field of mental health began with her nursing background, but her true calling emerged when she discovered her passion for behavioral health. This led her to pursue further education and training as both a therapist and psychiatry provider. Karen holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University in California and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from D'Youville College in Buffalo, NY.
What should a new client know about working with you?
As a therapist, Karen specializes in Transactional Analysis, a theory of personality that fosters self-awareness, effective communication, personal growth, and positive change. She strongly believes in partnering with her clients to help them improve their self-image, enhance their personal and professional relationships, and empower them to lead fulfilling lives they truly deserve.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
?In her psychiatric practice, Karen focuses on treating a range of mental health conditions, including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and PTSD. Her expertise extends to clients of various age groups, from children aged 6 and above to adolescents and adults. Karen is dedicated to providing comprehensive and individualized care to each of her patients, offering both in-person and telehealth services to accommodate their needs.
As a native of New York, Karen's roots have played a significant role in shaping her compassionate and empathetic approach to mental health care. With her exceptional combination of nursing, therapy, and psychiatry skills, Karen Rightler is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of her clients, empowering them to overcome challenges, find healing, and lead fulfilling lives.
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Karen Rightler, NP has 150+ in-network plans.
Office location
Karen Rightler, NP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- D'Youville University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- Chapman University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
NPI number
1437754652
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Overall rating
5.00
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Dr. Rightler is calming, kind, and easy to talk. I always feel comfortable talking to her.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Karen Rightler work with?
Karen Rightler works with Solandis Mental Health.
Where is Karen Rightler's office located?
Karen Rightler has 2 office locations, including in Lake Forest and Garden Grove, view full addresses on Karen Rightler's profile.
What languages does Karen Rightler speak?
Karen Rightler speaks English.