Karen Baumann

My communication style

I deeply value the trust my clients place in me, and my focus is on creating a supportive and empathetic environment where my clients can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have an adopted brother. When we were young, he had a social worker who helped him. She made an impact on my life because she was committed to helping others get the support they needed to be happy and healthy. I thought, "How great would it be to be a social worker?" I consider it an honor and a privilege to do this work.

My goals for you

I incorporate Somatic and Mindfulness-Based Techniques to help clients reconnect with their body and regulate the nervous system, supporting emotional resilience. I assist adult clients with time management and organizational strategies, executive functioning skills, emotional regulation and impulsivity control, and co-occurring conditions.

Our first session

I spent five years riding with police departments, responding to mental health calls in the community. This experience has given me a greater understanding of the challenges that law enforcement, fire, and other healthcare professionals have when it comes to their mental health.

I identify as...

• Female