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ABOUT ME
My name is Karen F Armstrong. I am licensed in three states as a behavioral health and relationship therapist along with certification in two states as an addiction professional. I am also a certified employee assistance professional/career coach.
I have worked for over twenty years in the field of behavioral health/relationships/addictions. In each area I counsel I provide good listening skills, I am nonjudgmental, insightful and supportive. Through the years I have provided support and to help modify problem behaviors to those that suffer from anxiety, depression, poor coping, stress, grief, OCD, eating disorders and addictions. I have also worked with couples and guided them through their relationship problems including affairs, money, stress, and any issue that occurs within a relationship. I have assisted with family conflicts, communication barriers, divorce and with each family provided tools to help families navigate through their difficult times. For older people, I have dealt with issues that arose as they age, including chronic issues, retirement and children as they left home. When working with a variety of addiction disorders I have taught how to celebrate the good stuff in life and to give oneself permission to seek support when needed. I am a good listener, my role is not to judge but to support and validate while exploring options and other solutions to problems. I am here to help one sort through feelings and discover the reasons behind one's mental health behaviors and relationships. I have worked with trauma survivors in the areas of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and PTSD. I have worked to help increase trust issues, heal and feel safe. I have sat on the Board for Domestic Violence in my home state and have extensive training on PTSD through the military. I worked with the military and their families.
If you have a concern about your career, I am a certified employee assistant, I can help talk through your work problems and discuss workable options.
I also provide Christian counseling, I have a strong faith in something greater than ourselves.
SPECIALTIES
Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Depression , Abandonment , Adoption and Foster Care , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 25
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Serves Tallahassee , FL
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Written by S.O. on Aug 28, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Very helpful, neutral supportive and kind
Written by S.H. on Aug 26, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I’ve been with my counselor Karen for almost 2 years now. She has been nothing but support for me. She’s very patient and does not force me to say anything that I’m not ready to say. Over the time I have work with her she has given me so much courage. She has made it safe and judgment free so that I could talk about anything with her. She is very carrying and concerned for her clients. She’s a lady that goes that extra mile if it means someone needs it. I totally trust Karen with everything I need to say. She’s just like that, you become very comfortable because of her kind and caring nature. Then she has a little bit of a firmness. Just enough to gently push you forward, to take risks and feel safe doing so. She is a extremely competent mental health counselor. She knows just the right questions to ask and so exactly to answer! You can definitely see she cares and listens carefully to everything you say.
She’s a wonderful lady and an excellent counselor! I feel so blessed that I was matched up with her and that I have the pleasure of working with her. Thanks for every single thing, Karen!!
Written by P.A. on Aug 21, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 4 months
She is awesome.
Written by R.O. on Aug 21, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
My counselor checks in with me if she hasnt heard from me in a few days I appreciate that
Written by A.S. on Aug 20, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s been a great help to me. She asks good questions that help direct you in the direction you need to go as you work through your therapy experience
Written by A.M. on Aug 06, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Karen is knowledgeable and professional. She assesses my concerns and addresses my issues by providing constructive advice and tools. Karen is responsive and attentive. Above all, she has the interest of patient quality and care in mind at all times.
Written by K.O. on Aug 05, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
I love having a counselor who completely listens and understands what I have to say. I gave up counseling years ago because every counselor Ive had in the past didnt take my concerns and thoughts seriously or take in to consideration what works best for me. She does take me seriously and doesnt shame me for my decisions. Highly recommend her.
Written by T.A. on Jul 31, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Karen has been very understanding and helpful. I look forward to talking with her and always feel better after talking with her.
Written by S.H. on Jul 19, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Karen provides empathetic, sound, and strong counseling and surpasses my expectations. When I think I have discovered all that I think has been unmasked, Karen points out something new. Her expertise gives me strength, wisdom, peacefulness, and a self of purpose in discovering my past and what has happened to me. She explores each topic with great care and insights. I would not be where I am now without her guidance. I appreciate her professionalism and her ability to wade through the many emotions that I display....and she identifies the topics that are truly most important and together, we explore each nuance to the nth degree. I am very fortunate to have Karen as my counselor. She has changed my life for the better. Each day, I feel that there is a positive light at the end of the tunnel.
Written by K.E. on Jul 19, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship
So far, very professional, responsive and helpful. We are very grateful for her.
Written by M.I. on Jul 17, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Karen is a great listener and does a great job of giving me ways of dealing with my problems.
Written by A.M. on Jul 16, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Karen prioritizes my growth as a human. She has guided me through issues with trauma, relationships, and advocating for my needs. I’ve realized a lot through talking with her and am continually growing and reflecting through our conversations. I am grateful for her experience and advice.
Written by E.L. on Jul 10, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 9 months
I have been a client of Karen Armstrong since last fall (2019). Previous to working with Karen, I had not been in counseling in almost 15 years. She has been a great listener and supports me without any judgement. She has helped me a great deal with the communication barriers not only between my partner and I but also with my boss and I. This past year, while the world has been living through this pandemic, she has helped me reduce my anxiety and fears that i was going through. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is on the fence about counseling.
Written by J.E. on Jul 01, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship
Thanks, Karen you helped with suggestions to help with our long-distance relationship times by face time breakfast together and planning our next get together in advance. You also helped us realize sometimes we dont need to solve a discussion right then and there especially if someone is tired we need to respect others energy levels and we might be in a better mood the next day to provide a better answer vs trying to win an argument at the moment.
Written by R.O. on Jun 25, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have never used counseling, but a life changing experience happend and I didnt know how to sort alot of things out. Karen has been an amazing person that has always listened and that makes me see things for what they are, and sort them out. I would highly recommend her shes amazing
Written by K.E. on Jun 17, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks
She has contacted me several time by email before my appt with video session. I can tell with her responses she is reading my emails and understanding.
Written by K.I. on Jun 13, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship
Karen has helped my relationship so much! She’s very understanding and compassionate.
Written by A.N. on May 30, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning coping with life changes
Ive only worked with Karen for a short time but so far she has been a good source of support to talk to. I highly recommend her and I hope to keep working with her. I almost forgot to mention she is a great listener.
Written by B.R. on May 29, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I enjoy working with Karen she seems to listen.
Written by T.A. on May 20, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning relationship
Amazing, absolutely phenomenal, kind caring listens to each party. I’m leaving to soon and need more time with her, if I return I will be requesting her. Thank you for your help Karen.
Written by J.E. on May 19, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Karen is a great listener and is very responsive to your questions and concerns. Also great at giving healing advice.
Written by N.A. on May 08, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 1 year and 9 months
She is kind, caring. Shes helpful. She helps me with my problems and comes up with solutions and ideas. No judgement, just help. I definitely recommend her.
Written by J.O. on May 06, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship
Awesome experience. Gets back to you quickly and checks on you.
Written by L.U. on May 04, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
So far Karen has been very responsive and listens to me and my concerns.
Written by T.A. on May 03, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karen has been a great support to talk through obstacles and my emotional well being the past few months. I highly recommend her. She has helped me talk through family, relationship, and professional issues. Thank you Karen!
Written by B.O. on Apr 27, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Karen is great!!!
Written by H.A. on Apr 24, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and sleeping disorders
She is good at what she does. Very understanding and helpful.
Written by K.A. on Apr 21, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship
Karen has been very helpful in strategized ideas that improved our situation. I am very happy that Karens expertise was used all the way until a solution was reached.
Written by M.A. on Apr 14, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
I can honestly see that Karen has changed my life completely. I never had a counsellor who could understand my issues with different cultures and that was always a barrier. Karen has so much experience and insight into a broad range of problems that she can guide me no matter what comes up for me. She is a real gem and I am so grateful to have found Karen and the service of BetterHelp where I can communicate anytime I need.
Written by K.A. on Apr 06, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning addictions, and eating disorders
Karen is wonderful; kind, compassionate and incredibly supportive. She is highly skilled at helping me to see what is really going on with a particular situation - to manage my thoughts about it and move on. Ive been working with Karen for two years now off and on.
Written by S.A. on Apr 03, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks
Karen is helping me navigate early sobriety. She is really encouraging and doesnt make me feel judged. I feel like I can really tell my truth, and that I have a safe space in session. I like her style, which is very direct.
Written by A.P. on Mar 30, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 7 months
Very attend and helpful, nonjudgmental.
Written by A.N. on Mar 29, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship
We have not had our first session with Karen yet but already she has followed up and made us feel supported. Her desire to provide assistance is conveyed through her messages so far. We are really looking forward not working with her.
Written by S.E. on Mar 26, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 7 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
Karen is amazing.
Written by P.E. on Mar 22, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Karen really listens and offers great advice. She is always available by text, chat or phone. She is really helping me get myself straightened up.
Written by M.I. on Mar 22, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Karen is very kind, compassionate, and direct. I really appreciate her help!
Written by B.E. on Mar 18, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Karen has been great and has provided a lot of insight that has helped me be able to communicate more effectively
Written by R.O. on Mar 17, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Karen is amazing at what she does and has really me through some rough times. I am so thankful for everything she has done for me. She is so easy to talk to openly and is fully respectful with everything I tell her. She gives me the best advice for any and all issues. I highly recommend her to anyone in need.
Written by A.N. on Mar 10, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
I’ve been conversing with Karen for more than 2 years now and it has greatly helped in managing my mental health. She replies in a timely manner and would keep my thoughts grounded as I easily over rationalise and doublethink. She’s assisted me in coping with my demons.
Written by D.E. on Feb 25, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Karen is amazing she listens when needed and will help you deal with day to day concerns or problems.
Written by A.M. on Feb 24, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
I felt hopeless at the time I got therapy until I was assigned to Karen. She listens and addresses each issue effectively. I’m the type of person that likes worksheets to work on myself and understand my own thoughts. She found great worksheets to address exactly each issue. She would follow up and see how I’m doing. She’s a wonderful counselor who really listens and cares.
Written by W.H. on Feb 24, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 6 months
Karen has helped us improve our communication which has lead to a more open dialogue in our marriage. To see what works and what does not work.
Written by J.E. on Feb 22, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
I am so glad I found Karen. It took a couple of therapists to find her, but she is exactly what I need. She is able to understand my concerns, offer support and assist me with making goals to resolve those concerns. She is quick to respond to my responses. Thank you BetterHelp!
Written by D.E. on Feb 13, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Responsive and the calls really help :)
Written by K.A. on Feb 12, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Working with Karen has been great. Im still opening up to her but Im satisfied with the results thus far.
Written by R.O. on Feb 12, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks
I found Karen when I was at a really hard spot, and talking and messaging with her has helped a lot. She is very responsive and asks lots of questions, really getting me to dig into what Im experiencing. She has also been reassuring when I have doubts, which is amazingly helpful.
Written by D.O. on Feb 10, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Karen is very good at not showing judgment. And is always available.
Written by A.U. on Jan 28, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and anger management
Karen is amazing!
Written by D.A. on Jan 13, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Greatly intuitive and a very responsive counselor. She seems to be inside of my mind most of the time. She also gives great advice.
Written by B.B. on Jan 04, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 4 years and 10 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Ive only been talking with Karen for a few days, but so far Im very pleased. The messaging feature allows us to communicate when its convenient for us. She asks questions that make you really think about yourself and your situation. Messaging gives me time to consider my answer, dive a little deeper into myself, which I think is more beneficial than a verbal conversation where you feel pressured to give an answer right away. I look forward to continuing care in this forum with Karen!
Written by A.L. on Jan 01, 2020 after counseling with Karen for 1 month
Karen is amazing!!! We have a great relationship. I am able to tell her anything and she will give me great advice in return! I am so thankful to have her. She’s really great!!She is always looking out for me and my feelings. We have talked about feelings all the way to boy problems. She is so wonderful and I am thankful to have her to talk to and give great advice!!
Written by A.B. on Dec 31, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karen is amazing. She pushes me when I need it and is gentle when I need that. Shes smart, kind, and wonderful. She has been a godsend.
Written by V.I. on Nov 18, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship
Karen was helpful, very responsive and offered great suggestions to help with our issues. I would recommend her.
Written by M.E. on Nov 15, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Karen has been a huge help in making life changes. She responses with both solutions and questions to help me decide on what I need to do. Definately reccomend her or you can get her.
Written by T.I. on Oct 31, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship
Karen has been amazing. She always reiterates whatever I say back to me to make sure she understands exactly what I am saying, so I know she is understanding me. She is a great communicator during sessions and through messaging. I HIGHLY recommend her.
Written by J.E. on Oct 17, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Karen has been amazing. She has helped me understand things so much better and I’m really happy to have picked her. She is always there when I need to talk and responds very quickly. She checks in on me often to make sure everything is ok. I’m very glad I have her to talk to.
Written by T.R. on Oct 01, 2019 after counseling with Karen for 3 weeks
Karen is very attentive and offers her opinion & suggestions that I so much appreciate. Her responses are detailed and very helpful. She is also very good at checking in with me if she hasn’t heard from me after a few days. She’s awesome and I feel blessed to have her to talk to.
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