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Kara Petersen

Psychotherapist Kara Petersen, LMFT
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Life Transitions, Child or Adolescent
Accepting clients impacted by disaster

Introduction

Therapy is a portal to understanding, healing, & transformation. If you are struggling with aspects of life, experiencing a difficult transition, or suffering from anxiety, depression, & trauma, it would be my honor to accompany you on your psychotherapy journey. I work with folks of all ages, whether your little one needs extra help with big feelings, your adolescent needs support navigating the turbulence of the teenage years, or you want to explore your own past to better understand current patterns. A depth-oriented and mythopoetic perspective guides my work helping clients create meaning and affect change in their lives. I bring my background in experiential education, depth psychology, and trauma/crisis work into the therapeutic space. I have extended training in Trauma-Focused CBT and Oaklander Play Therapy. I offer a safe and supportive environment to tend to your psychological wounds and practice the skills and tools to heal and grow. I Iook forward to hearing from you.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments
  • Offers flexible fees

Licenses

  • LMFT #145462 (CA)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families
  • Groups

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Payment options Free intro call available Offers flexible fees

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual $200
  • Family $250

Locations

Kara Petersen Therapy
5565 Carpinteria Ave #23
Carpinteria, CA 93013-1446
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Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Kara Petersen accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Kara Petersen is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Kara Petersen offer telehealth appointments? Kara Petersen does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Kara Petersen specialize in? Kara Petersen specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, Life Transitions, and Trauma.
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