Karen DeSocio, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Karen DeSocio

Focus areas

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Depression

Stress

Bipolar Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress Management

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Play Therapy

Family Systems

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Karen DeSocio

Hi there, I'm Karen! Congratulations on taking the first step or a continuous step towards healing. Whether the stress is: fears, loss, overwhelming emotions, racing thoughts, can't sleep, medical issues, low self esteem, children going through different stages or you transitioning to another stage in your life I am here to help you walk through it and grow through it meeting the challenges along the way. I have been helping people with different walks of life, including learning that one has Bipolar Disorder or has been just given a diagnosis of Cancer. I have worked with those who have had a loss. I work very well with those with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Post-traumatic stress Disorder. I look forward to helping you in your healing process. My approach My primary approach to therapy is to find out where you are in your healing process and then use the best evidence-based treatment approach available. With Bipolar Disorder, I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, which provides mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance skills, and my favorite: interpersonal relational effectiveness skills. For Depression and Anxiety, and ADHD, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, dealing with thoughts and moods. Another approach is with organizational skills for ADHD to learn to manage difficulties and struggles with it, whether it is with school or work, or home life. I provide active and reflective listening. I appreciate clients understanding that the first session is an intake where I gather very important information to be able to provide you with the approach that will be the best fit, including talk therapy as needed. I also have a variety of workbooks and websites I use to help you along the way. See you soon. My focus My ideal client wants to participate in their management of their problems. Many allow their stressors and symptoms to manage them. I work best with people with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, bipolar Disorder, and Traumatic Stress.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

San Diego State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1497727820

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What practice does Karen DeSocio work with?

Karen DeSocio works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karen DeSocio?

Karen DeSocio frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karen DeSocio on their profile.