- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Karen
Dr. Karen Vertti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of practice in California and Florida. She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses family of origin issues and a range of family-related concerns.
Dr. Vertti focuses on practical conversations about what is happening now and how past family patterns still shape daily life. She treats people as the experts in their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions tend to center on clear goals and steps people can try between meetings.
Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thinking and change behavior. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, useful changes, and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past painful events are part of the problem. These approaches guide the types of exercises and discussions she uses in sessions.
In the room she will listen for patterns that began in childhood or family life and help connect those patterns to current stress and relationships. Conversations might include role changes, communication habits, or expectations that feel stuck.
Practical next steps usually include setting a few concrete goals and trying short homework tasks. She supports people who want clearer boundaries, better communication, or relief from anxiety and depressive symptoms. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
Approaches used for online sessions
Dr. Vertti uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes that reduce stress and anxiety. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set specific, short-term goals and identify steps that lead to practical improvements. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when difficult past events are part of the problem and the focus is on stabilizing symptoms and building coping strategies.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative choice guides what a first few sessions look like and what tasks are tried between meetings.
Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, parenting, or travel. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed, and for sessions that do not require being on camera if that suits someone's comfort or bandwidth.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also focuses on family of origin issues and related family problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused. She emphasizes strengths and concrete steps people can try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional experience working in clinical settings in California and Florida.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW and CA LCSW, and is based in Florida.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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