Karen Lakritz, LCSW

Karen Lakritz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist in Florida. She has worked with people dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, substance use linked to loneliness, and mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Karen also notes personal experience with a mild stutter and dyslexia, which informs her understanding of neurodiverse challenges.

She uses clear, direct communication and combines several practical approaches to therapy. Sessions focus on identifying what’s getting in the way day to day and learning skills to manage it. Expect straightforward conversations about goals, patterns, and next steps rather than abstract theory.

Karen draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also uses client-centered methods to keep the work grounded in each person’s values and choices. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas are part of building tolerance for difficult emotions while moving toward meaningful action.

Her approach balances support with accountability. She will help set realistic plans, practice skills during sessions, and track progress between meetings. That practical emphasis is useful for issues like anger, sleep problems, relationship tension, and coping with life transitions.

Because she has spent significant time living in Canada, she is familiar with navigating health and housing systems there as well. Sessions are offered in English and open to international clients, with scheduling and format details confirmed during the intake process.

Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions