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Khara Harper, LCSW

Khara Harper, LCSW - Collaborative therapist for change
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and family help
  • Caregiver and workplace guidance

About Khara Harper

Khara Harper is a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience helping people navigate life’s challenges and pursue greater well-being. She approaches therapeutic work as a partnership, believing that meaningful change arises when therapist and client collaborate to identify values, build skills, and address obstacles. Khara draws on evidence-based practices to tailor care to each person’s situation, creating individualized plans that reflect the client’s goals and preferences.

As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained to provide psychotherapy and support - she works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, and career or workplace difficulties. Her practice also focuses on caregiver stress, communication problems, hospice and end-of-life counseling, self-esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and coaching to support personal and professional growth.

Khara emphasizes practical tools alongside a compassionate presence, offering support that empowers clients to develop resilience and move toward the life they want. She welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively and looks forward to supporting those ready to take the next step toward healing and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Khara Harper have?

Khara Harper has 10 years of experience providing mental health support and therapy.

Is Khara Harper a licensed therapist?

Yes. Khara Harper holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149024129.

In which languages does Khara Harper provide therapy?

Khara Harper provides therapy in English.

Where is Khara Harper located?

Khara Harper is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Khara Harper as my therapist?

You can work with Khara Harper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Khara Harper work with international clients?

Khara Harper does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Khara Harper 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 Accessible Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and take committed action toward those values. It combines mindfulness and behavioral strategies to reduce struggle with painful thoughts and support meaningful life changes, useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and functioning; it is effective for anxiety, depression, and coping skills development. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while the client leads the pace and focus of work, which can help build self-esteem and confidence.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Khara collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains practical and relevant to the client’s life.

Online therapy offers flexible options - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - so clients can access support in ways that suit their schedule and comfort. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or changing life circumstances and allow licensed professionals to provide effective therapeutic work across geographic constraints.

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