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Dr. Karen Rabin, LMFT

Californian LMFT with 40 years experience
  • CBT and insight therapy
  • Relationship and grief work
  • Communication and coping skills

About Dr. Karen Rabin

Dr. Karen Rabin is a California-licensed LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) who also holds a PhD in clinical psychology and brings 40 years of professional experience to her work. She combines structured, skills-based methods with insight-oriented exploration to help people facing a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, depression and mood disorders, relationship difficulties, grief and coping with loss, and adjustments to major life changes.

Clinically she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside insight-focused approaches such as Jungian and psychodynamic work, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. Her practice emphasizes practical coping skills for symptoms like panic and persistent worry as well as deeper exploration of patterns in relationships and inner life that affect long-term well-being. She has also worked with issues of communication, forgiveness, and the interpersonal strains that often accompany major transitions.

Throughout her career Dr. Rabin has aimed to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, supporting and empowering people who are taking steps toward greater meaning, resilience, and satisfaction in their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsForgivenessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacks

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Karen Rabin have?

Dr. Karen Rabin has 40 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Karen Rabin a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Rabin is an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her California license is CA LMFT 21448.

In which languages does Dr. Karen Rabin provide therapy?

Dr. Rabin provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Karen Rabin located?

Dr. Rabin is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Karen Rabin as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Karen Rabin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Karen Rabin work with international clients?

Dr. Karen Rabin does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Karen Rabin 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 and Online Care



Dr. Rabin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical and often helps with anxiety, panic, mood symptoms, and day-to-day coping. She also incorporates Jungian and psychodynamic elements when deeper exploration of life themes, unconscious patterns, and relational history can illuminate ongoing struggles and support longer-term change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. Rabin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, symptoms, and preferences, adjusting the balance of skill-building and insight work as needed. This collaborative process helps align treatment with what the client hopes to achieve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals and therapists, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access care from home or while managing a busy schedule, and they support continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.

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