Karen Heard, LCSW, GA | Psychotherapist

About Karen Heard

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Childhood Trauma

Sleep Problems

Anxiety

Emotional Disturbance

Stress Management

Behavioral Problems

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Adlerian

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karen Heard

Hi there, I'm Karen! I’m a compassionate psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and work/life balance. I provide a safe, judgment-free space where we collaborate using proven therapeutic techniques like CBT and Motivational Interviewing to create lasting change and build inner strength. My approach I take a flexible approach, drawing from evidence-based techniques including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. By tailoring each session to your unique needs, we’ll explore the best path forward together. My focus I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, relationship issues, and life transitions. Drawing from diverse experience, I customize my approach to fit each individual’s needs. My goal is to create a holistic, personalized treatment plan that supports healing and encourages growth. My communication style My style is warm, non-judgmental, and rooted in understanding and support. I aim to create a safe space where you feel heard and empowered to make positive changes. Whether facing a challenge or seeking growth, I’m here to guide and support your journey toward healing. My journey to mental healthcare I became a therapist because I believe many suffer in silence, and greater comfort with seeking support helps individuals heal and grow. As an empathetic person, I’ve felt called to help those seeking guidance. Through work in children’s shelters, schools, dual diagnosis programs, corrections, and nursing homes, I’ve learned everyone deserves compassionate care. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University, which laid the foundation for my commitment to providing thoughtful, evidence-based therapy tailored to each person’s unique journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Worry

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Georgia

Education and training

Clark Atlanta University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1144841768

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What practice does Karen Heard work with?

Karen Heard works with Rula Health - Georgia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karen Heard?

Karen Heard frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karen Heard on their profile.