Karen Whitfield, ACA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
More about Karen
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- ACA
I am a registered with the Australian Counselling Association of Counsellor (Level 3) and have completed my Master of Counselling. I specialise in Narrative Therapy a respectful, non-blaming approach to counselling, which centres people as the experts in their own lives. It views problems as separate from people and assumes people have the skills, competencies, values, commitments and abilities that will support them to reduce the influence of problems in their lives. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience working with people coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Specialties
Licenses
- ACA · Australia · 22879 · Renews January 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Whitfield offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Whitfield works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karen Whitfield speak?
Karen Whitfield speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Whitfield have?
Karen Whitfield has 3 years of experience.
Where is Karen Whitfield licensed to practice?
Karen Whitfield is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Karen Whitfield accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Karen Whitfield does not accept clients outside of Australia.
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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Karen Whitfield?
Karen Whitfield can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karen Whitfield?
Just tap the CHAT 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.