Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Karin Gardner, LICSW, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 093358
- Licensed in Vermont
- LICSW, licence 089.0134519
- NPI
- 1194202960
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Karin supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- ACT techniques
- CBT strategies
- Attachment focus
About Karin
Karin Gardner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Vermont and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with seven years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, and major life changes. Karin also helps with issues related to chronic and acute illness, relationship concerns, and caregiver strain.
Her practice emphasizes person-centered work that builds on each person's strengths. She listens first and then uses practical strategies to address symptoms and everyday problems. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change now.
Karin draws from several clinical approaches to meet different needs. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and acceptance strategies to reduce avoidance. Attachment-focused ideas help when relationship patterns cause ongoing pain.
She works with people on parenting stress, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and neurodiversity-related struggles such as ADHD. Additional focus areas include caregiving stress, chronic pain and illness, body image, abandonment issues, and family of origin problems.
Karin frames therapy as a collaborative process. She helps people set clear goals and practices skills between sessions. Her method is practical and grounded in daily life rather than theoretical language.
Sessions are offered in English and operate under a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients choose an online therapy option, complete a short questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin the matching process.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It emphasizes values-guided action, which can help when anxiety, depression, or chronic illness limit day-to-day living.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It offers practical tools to change unhelpful thinking patterns and build skills for managing symptoms like low mood, panic, or sleep problems.
Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early and current relationship patterns affect trust, closeness, and conflict. It is useful for people who notice recurring relationship problems or patterns that feel hard to break.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Karin will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time and focuses on what helps in daily life.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, and let people join from a place that suits their schedule. Licensed professionals can use different formats, so verify the options offered when you schedule.
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Primary focus
Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York, Vermont
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Karin works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family conflict, and major life changes. She also supports people managing chronic illness, caregiver strain, sleep problems, anger, and ADHD-related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a person-centered approach that emphasizes practical skills and collaboration. Karin mixes cognitive behavioral, acceptance, attachment, and other evidence-informed methods to fit each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with individuals facing a range of emotional and life stressors.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
Karin holds the credential LICSW in Vermont and LCSW in New York. Her practice is based in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Sessions are delivered using a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location. Confirm pricing details during the matching process.
What is the process to begin working together?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session to start the process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers