Karen Kochenburg, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Karen
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I believe in the healing power of gentle curiosity and deep listening, and I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Metaphor, and Somatic practices to help my clients achieve their therapy goals. My clients' safety and comfort are my highest priority. I will help you identify your goals for therapy and share my vision for how we can work together to achieve them.
My career extends over 25 years of helping people harness their strengths to overcome obstacles and become stronger and happier.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Karen Kochenburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205432978.
- LCSW · California · 21646 · Renews November 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Kochenburg offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Kochenburg works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Karen Kochenburg speak?
Karen Kochenburg speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Kochenburg have?
Karen Kochenburg has 17 years of experience.
Where is Karen Kochenburg licensed to practice?
Karen Kochenburg is licensed to practice in California.
Does Karen Kochenburg accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen Kochenburg does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen Kochenburg offer?
Karen Kochenburg offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How do I get started with Karen Kochenburg?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.