she/her, they/them
Karen Bohall-Ortega
LMFT
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Authentic, Challenging, Holistic, Humorous, Mindful
Focus areas
ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, LGBTQ+, Panic, Stress, Trauma
Experienced with
BIPOC, Non-monogamous relationships, Students, LGBTQ+
Years of Experience
7+
I approach my work with humor, authenticity, and the belief that people deserve the space and energy to be heard and seen for who they truly are.
License number
#102537
Therapy style
I have over 15 years of experience supporting children, families, and individuals experiencing hardship as well as those searching for a balance of health, healing, and wellness in their lives. I approach my work with humor, authenticity, and the belief that people deserve the space and energy to be heard and seen for who they truly are.
Using an integrative approach, I meet clients where they are at emotionally and use a mix of narrative, relational, and mindfulness based approaches. I have an extensive history supporting folx from the LGBTQ+ community and those who identify as gender queer, non-binary or trans. In addition, I am a certified strengthening families trainer and have worked with parents and families in my private practice as well as in community based settings.
Approaches
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Strengths-based
Education
BS - Psychology California, Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo
MA - Community Mental Health, California Institute of Integral Studies
Interests
I love the outdoors. You can often find me hiking or at the beach in my down time. I'm a proud parent, so spending time with my children and family is one of my favorite things to do.