Karen ClayBeck, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Karen!

My dedication to my clients comes from a well deep with purpose. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing burnout and may feel emotionally and physically exhausted due to prolonged stress, demanding responsibilities, or dissatisfaction in their relationships.

My focus

I typically work with clients who are going through life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, or with those who may be seeking meaning or change in their personal and professional spheres.

My approach

I tailor my treatment approach to harmonize well with the client's specific needs, motivation, and treatment goals using CBT, DBT, ACT, and integrative forms of psychotherapy.

My communication style

I create a safe and tranquil environment for self-reflection, professional support, and guidance. I connect well with clients, understanding and validating their emotions to facilitate healing and personal growth.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was attracted to a career as a therapist by observing the need for mental health professionals in my community. I am driven to do this work by the positive changes and improvements observed in my clients' lives.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting within the first or second session, which is flexible throughout treatment.

Our first session

Clients can expect trust and safety as we begin building a strong therapeutic alliance.

I identify as...

Female
Asian, Caucasian or White, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

HIV/AIDS

Immune-Disorders

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Sex Worker

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Medicare
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Karen ClayBeck