Kara Anderson, LPCC, LMHC
Kara Anderson - licensed counselor, 29 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Trauma and addiction expertise
- Flexible online sessions
About Kara Anderson
Kara Anderson is a licensed counselor with 29 years of clinical experience spanning residential, outpatient, supervisory, and administrative roles in behavioral health. She began her career in 1994 as a residential therapist in a psychiatric hospital and later worked as an outpatient therapist, clinical supervisor, and program director at a substance abuse treatment agency. In 2001 she relocated to Ohio, serving for 13 years as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor while working as a program manager and administrator for a mental and behavioral health nonprofit. She returned to Florida in 2014 and established an online practice, reporting positive feedback from clients after providing services online for over eight years.
Kara practices from a humanistic, client-centered perspective that places the therapeutic relationship at the core of change. Her style is warm, interactive, attentive, and compassionate while also allowing for direct, structured interventions when appropriate. She commonly uses targeted tasks or therapeutic homework between sessions to support continuity and progress. Treatment is tailored and paced to individual needs, with sensitivity to each person and an emphasis on promoting steady movement toward goals.
She takes a holistic view of wellness, helping clients seek balance across major life domains and addressing how stressors in one area can affect others. Her professional demeanor reflects longstanding standards of organization, ethical practice, and professionalism. Kara holds the credentials LPCC and LMHC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and completed a bachelor of arts in psychology at the University of Miami and a master of science in mental health counseling at Nova Southeastern University, with additional post-graduate coursework at the University of Dayton. She maintains ongoing professional development through seminars, training, and self-directed study. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, LGBT issues, relationship and family concerns, parenting and intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue among other areas of practice.
Kara practices from a humanistic, client-centered perspective that places the therapeutic relationship at the core of change. Her style is warm, interactive, attentive, and compassionate while also allowing for direct, structured interventions when appropriate. She commonly uses targeted tasks or therapeutic homework between sessions to support continuity and progress. Treatment is tailored and paced to individual needs, with sensitivity to each person and an emphasis on promoting steady movement toward goals.
She takes a holistic view of wellness, helping clients seek balance across major life domains and addressing how stressors in one area can affect others. Her professional demeanor reflects longstanding standards of organization, ethical practice, and professionalism. Kara holds the credentials LPCC and LMHC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and completed a bachelor of arts in psychology at the University of Miami and a master of science in mental health counseling at Nova Southeastern University, with additional post-graduate coursework at the University of Dayton. She maintains ongoing professional development through seminars, training, and self-directed study. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, LGBT issues, relationship and family concerns, parenting and intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue among other areas of practice.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameLife purposeMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kara Anderson have?
Kara Anderson has 29 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health settings.
Is Kara Anderson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LPCC, LMHC. LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: OH LPCC E.0500133-SUPV, FL LMHC MH5069.
In which languages does Kara Anderson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kara Anderson located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Kara Anderson as my therapist?
You can work with Kara Anderson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kara Anderson work with international clients?
Yes, Kara Anderson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kara Anderson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and benefits of online therapy with Kara Anderson
Kara commonly integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting, empathetic relationship and supports growth by honoring the client s own perspective and pace - it helps with issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact; it often includes practical exercises and between-session work to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and address addictive behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Kara works with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques and pacing over time to promote steady progress and a sense of agency.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility and accessibility. Video calls and phone sessions recreate real-time conversations, while live chat and text-based messaging provide alternative ways to communicate that can suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access licensed professionals from wherever clients are located.