Kara holds to the belief that the counseling experience is one built on trust and

safety.  She emphasizes the importance of the client and counselor partnership,

believing that the most effective counseling is a collaborative and dynamic

experience centered around client empowerment.  She considers it an honor to be

a part of each client’s individual journey.

 

Kara holds a Master’s degree from Purdue University Fort Wayne.  She is certified

as both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed Clinical

Addictions Counselor Associate.  She is trained in EMDR and endorsed in

Motivational Interviewing.

 

Kara sees clients of all ages and specializes in working with trauma, addictions,

depression, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD.  She utilizes a Person-

Centered approach, incorporating Acceptance Commitment Therapy, mindfulness,

somatic work, Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, inner child work, and EMDR.

 

“People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be.  When I look at a

sunset, I don't find myself saying, ‘Soften the orange a bit on the right hand

corner.’ I don't try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds.”

― Carl R. Rogers

 

In her free time, Kara enjoys spending time with her family, going on adventures or

hiking a new national park, training for a race, and cheering on the Indianapolis

Colts.