Karyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has been practicing therapy since 2020. As a therapist, they have clinical experience working in outpatient settings, substance use recovery programs, group settings, and college counseling services. Throughout their clinical work, they have found outpatient therapy to be the most meaningful due to the opportunity to build long-term relationships and witness clients' growth. 

Karyn earned their Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and their Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology, Art History, and Painting from St. Ambrose University. Throughout their studies, they developed an appreciation for the many ways people make meaning, express themselves, and heal. They also competed in Cross Country and Track for over 10 years and at the collegiate level, providing insight into the impact that performance pressure, identity, self-worth, and body image concerns can have on mental wellbeing.

As a therapist, Karyn supports clients ages 14 and older seeking individual therapy. They welcome folks of all backgrounds and identities. Karyn is an LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming therapist. They utilize a Health at Every Size approach that supports body diversity. 

Karyn’s clinical specialties include supporting individuals experiencing complex trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, eating disorders, and LGBTQIA+ identity and experiences. Their approach to therapy is person-centered and rooted in collaboration and compassion. Karyn tailors’ treatment to each client’s individual needs and goals, utilizing modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Intuitive Eating principles, and trauma-informed care.

Karyn has a passion for trauma treatment and has specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the treatment of dissociation through EMDR. They are committed to helping individuals move toward healing and post-traumatic growth.

Beyond their work, Karyn enjoys exploring the outdoors through backpacking and biking with their spouse, creating, playing video games, and spending time with loved ones and their puppy, Eddie.