FIND AND SHINE YOUR INNER LIGHT...
Psychotherapy by
Karen A. Crum, DrPH, MS, MA
AMFT #115675
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Welcome
Feel free to explore this site
to find out more about me
and how I conduct psychotherapy.
First of all,
I acknowledge that
life is a beautiful opportunity-
and often difficult.
I'd be honored to walk
alongside you
through challenges-
and to help you find meaning
and peace on your path.
Why I'm Here... and How You CAN BENEFIT
I'm here to listen and understand.
I'm here because I love this work and it's my calling.
I listen well and am known for my calming presence,
kindness, and creative approaches to helping.
As you experience difficult emotions or situations,
you will feel accepted and understood. Your story and how it affects you are important to me.
I'm here to help you grow.
My therapy interventions are based in brain research as well as what my intuition tells me about each client. My goal is for you to heal from hurts and to live with joy and self-acceptance. To do this, I create a space where you can come to know your authentic self and try out new ways of being.
I'm here to help you find your strength.
We are often acutely aware
of our weaknesses,
yet our strengths
are often hidden in
the places we feel most broken.
I feel confident you can
find or regain resilience and
transform your pain into purpose.
About Me, My training and style
Professional
Professional
Professional
I'm a psychotherapist
with a
broad-based education.
This means I address your concerns
with wisdom,
perspective
and compassion.
I hold degrees in
Counseling Psychology (MA)
Health Science (MS)
and Preventive Care (Dr. PH)
That said,
my best teachers
include
marriage,
raising children
into adulthood,
and facing
my own life challenges.
Competent
Professional
Professional
I have specialty
training in:
- TRAUMA TREATMENT (EMDR)
- PARENT SUPPORT FOR CHILDHOOD SOCIAL/ EMOTIONAL CHALLENGES
- EVIDENCED-BASED COUPLES THERAPY (EFT)
- GRIEF SUPPORT
I Also Utilize:
- SAND TRAY
- CREATIVE PROCESS- including ART THERAPY & other modalities
- PLAY THERAPY
- MINDFULNESS and SELF COMPASSION
Supportive
Professional
Supportive
Professional competence
in a warm and supportive atmosphere
is my focus in therapy.
My care and dedication
will be evident
in your sessions.
I serve a limited number
of clients to keep
quality and heart
in my work.
We'll talk and,
if you are willing, use activities
to tap into
what you might need.
I have a vision for our sessions, but I follow
your style, values and needs.
MORE AbOUT ME, how I do therapy and what it means for yoU
What research tells us about psychotherapy is that
the relationship between you and your therapist is much more powerful
than any particular type of therapy.
It's important to feel comfortable and to trust your therapist.
To that end, here's a bit more about who I truly am and how I conduct therapy
and what that should mean for you.
Who I am rings with integrity and care.
You can be certain that I am trustworthy.
I'm not perfect, but I know my strengths and I use them to the best of my ability.
I'll see your strengths and point them out.
I am kind, calm, and gentle- but also strong.
I'll treat you with respect and I'll look for the same in return.
I live a life of purpose. Sometimes that's hard, but it's extremely rewarding.
You'll be part of my purpose when you engage in therapy with me.
I love art--and science-- and the One who created their existence.
What matters in therapy is what YOU love, and we'll start there.
I experience life deeply and passionately. I don't live on the surface.
I hope we can tap into your deep places as the best healing happens there.
I am hopelessly, constantly learning.
I can't not learn and be curious, even when I try. You'll benefit from that.
I practice self-care so I can bring my best, connected self into my work.
You'll get an engaged therapist, able to work on your behalf.
I am creative in my personal and professional life.
Therapy could be fun! We may laugh and cry.
I adore animals and nature and I've been told I overuse the word "cute".
I wonder what you love and what is unique about you.
I have learned strength through difficult circumstances.
I know the pain of suffering- and the power of the human spirit.
I'm honored to serve in this profession, and
I'm certain we will learn from each other.
Welcome!
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