Karla Maureen Hanks, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Karla Maureen Hanks

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Culturally Sensitive

Positive Psychology

Family Systems

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karla Maureen Hanks

Hi there, I'm Karla! My name is Karla Maureen Hanks, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles and Huntington Beach, California, working with clients via telehealth or in my office. I specialize in working with individuals or family members of clients who are 50 and older, dealing with grief and loss, depression and anxiety, life transitions, and managing challenges of an ever-changing society and new technology. My approach My approach varies based on the client’s needs. I was trained in family systems and psychodynamic theory. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and tools from Grief and Loss Therapy. My focus My life experience and approach are effective in working with older adults and their family members. They often struggle with aging, depression, and life changes, manifesting as depression, anxiety, declining mental and physical health, grief related to spouse, jobs, independence, loved ones, and health problems. Navigating changing roles and relationships between elderly parents and adult children presents unique challenges. I have been successful in guiding families and individuals through this process. My communication style My style is calm and collaborative. I encourage clients to be open, share concerns, and raise questions about therapy. I welcome feedback and emphasize that sessions are designed to meet client needs. Their active participation and sharing what works and what doesn’t is the best guide I have. My journey to mental healthcare I was interested in becoming a therapist since middle school. I have always observed how my mother interacted with and helped others. Education I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California and my Bachelor’s degree from The University of Utah.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Intellectual Disability

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Intellectual Disability

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
The University of Utah (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1215294871

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What practice does Karla Maureen Hanks work with?

Karla Maureen Hanks works with Rula Health - Central CA.

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