Karen Nielsen, LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Danvers, MA
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
I have many years of experience providing Mental Health treatment for adults and young adults. I am dedicated to helping individuals explore solution based skills to help cope with depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships.
I have had a lifetime interest in helping others figure out how /why life becomes overwhelming and creating supportive bridges and skills to ease the burden . I am Certified in CPT for PTSD and Seeking Safety for addiction issues. I have worked in both private and public sector positions gaining experience with a wider range of Mental Health diagnosis including PTSD, Depression, Bipolar illness, Anxiety, Adjustment disorders. I consider myself a well rounded, reality based, seasoned, Independently Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I accept BC/BS and Cigna . I am happy to offer a free video consultation to see if we might be a good fit. Hope to hear from you.
License
License(s)
Professional associations
Education
Salem State Unversity
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$125 - $180Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted insurance plans
- Out of Network
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Specialties and clinical interests
- Adoption & Fostering
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Career
- Chronic Illness
- Criminal Justice Involvement
- Depression
- Developmental & Intellectual Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Mental Health Professionals
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Substance Use Disorders
- Trauma & PTSD
Therapy types
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Community specialties
- Single Parents
- People with Disabilities
- Trauma Survivors
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English