Karen Haggard, LCSW
- Trauma and grief
- Anxiety and depression
- Accepting international clients
About Karen Haggard
Karen works with a broad range of concerns including stress, parenting difficulties, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, career strain, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and the effects of caregiving or chronic illness. She also supports clients navigating identity and relationship questions, including work with LGBT issues, blended families, adoption and foster care, attachment-related struggles, and alternative sexual cultures such as BDSM and kink.
Her practice emphasizes strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, managing painful emotions, and finding purposeful ways to cope with change. Whether the focus is on healing from past hurts, improving day-to-day functioning, or exploring values and meaning, Karen offers steady professional guidance aimed at helping people recover resilience and move forward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Haggard have?
Karen Haggard has 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist.
Is Karen Haggard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her licenses are IL LCSW 149010863 and TX LCSW 115772.
In which languages does Karen Haggard provide therapy?
Karen provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Haggard located?
Karen is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Karen Haggard as my therapist?
You can work with Karen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Haggard work with international clients?
Yes, Karen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Haggard 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online care and connection
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them and then take action toward what matters in life. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, motivation challenges, and coping with chronic concerns.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and expectations of closeness. It is helpful for relationship struggles, attachment issues, trust and intimacy concerns, and healing from abandonment or loss.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration. By following the client's pace and priorities, this approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and decision-making across issues like depression, identity questions, and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Karen Haggard works with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation, and she adjusts the plan as needed so therapy feels practical and meaningful.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and for choosing the format that fits a person's comfort level. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, maintain continuity during life changes, and integrate therapeutic work into a busy schedule.