What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.79
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Kara is fantastic! I felt like she was actively listening and asking great questions. She really made me feel heard and supported. ”
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About Kara Hallis
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Eating Disorder
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Codependency
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Play Therapy
Narrative
Strength-Based
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Kara Hallis
Kara is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who is passionate about working alongside children, adolescents, and adults to address mental health issues, problems, or symptoms related to past or present traumatic experiences, and/or family and relationship issues. Kara believes in a holistic approach to healing from traumatic experiences and how they impact our mind, body and soul. She has also received additional certification in Trauma-Focused Integrated Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Progressive Counting.
Kara has the ability to combine her clinical experience with a nurturing, strength-based approach to empower children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient treatment setting. She also enjoys working with couples and families and has received additional training in Imago Couples Therapy and Strategic Family Therapy. Kara has previous experience working with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health issues, and with survivors of human trafficking. Kara is passionate about empowering and working alongside of her clients to achieve their individualized goals.
Kara has completed a post-graduate Certification Program in Trauma Treatment with Children and Adolescents through the University of Maryland, School of Social Work facilitated by Dr. Carlton Munson. She has also completed additional certification in trauma-focused integrated-play therapy and Progressive Counting Therapy. Kara has completed specialized continuing education course with Bessel Van Der Kolk M.D. on the mind/body connection to assist clients with effectively healing from trauma and PTSD. She has completed continuing education course on Emotional Freedom Technique or “tapping” to improve treatment outcomes in anxiety and trauma symptoms, utilizing acupressure points, and is passionate about healing all parts of self; mind, body, and soul.
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Office location
Kara Hallis, LCSW - C also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Maryland, Baltimore, Master's in Social Work
- University of Maryland, Post-Graduate Certificate in Trauma Treatment with Children and Adolescents
Awards and publications
- Certification in Trauma-Focused Integrated Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Progressive Counting
- Client Engagement Badge Award
NPI number
1538581285
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.79
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Kara is fantastic! I felt like she was actively listening and asking great questions. She really made me feel heard and supported.
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What practice does Kara Hallis work with?
Kara Hallis works with Safe Harbor Behavioral Care.
Where is Kara Hallis's office located?
Kara Hallis has 3 office locations, including in Baltimore and Bowie, view full addresses on Kara Hallis's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Kara Hallis?
Kara Hallis frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kara Hallis on their profile.
What languages does Kara Hallis speak?
Kara Hallis speaks English.
How do patients rate Kara Hallis in reviews?
14 patients have reviewed Kara Hallis. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.79/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.