Karen Pelligra, LMHC
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and grief
- Support for life transitions
About Karen Pelligra
Karen approaches therapy with an emphasis on support and empowerment, working collaboratively with people as they face challenges rather than directing them from a distance. She focuses on core concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions like divorce or an empty nest, tailoring her methods to meet each person where they are.
The LMHC credential indicates that she is licensed to provide professional mental health counseling in New York, and she uses a flexible mix of approaches to help clients build coping skills and move toward their goals. Asking for help is framed as a courageous step, and Karen aims to accompany clients through difficult moments with steady clinical care and practical strategies.
She looks forward to supporting individuals who are ready to begin that work and to collaborating on a plan that fits their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Pelligra have?
Karen Pelligra has 22 years of experience providing counseling in a variety of clinical settings.
Is Karen Pelligra a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMHC. License details: NY LMHC 004297.
In which languages does Karen Pelligra provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Pelligra located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Karen Pelligra as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Pelligra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Pelligra work with international clients?
Karen Pelligra does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Pelligra 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic approaches Karen brings to online care
Karen commonly draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) when working with clients online. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the person’s own goals guide the work and helps with issues tied to self-esteem, life transitions, and emotional support. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that helps identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to problems like anxiety and depression and offers concrete strategies to change them. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be especially useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and managing reactions to stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Karen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time to reflect progress and changing circumstances.
Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists offers flexibility in how sessions occur - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into a busy life. These options help maintain continuity of care across schedules and locations while allowing the therapist and client to focus on practical, goal-directed work together.