Karen Pendleton (Supervisor for CSWs), LCSW, EMDRIA, TF-CBT

Trained In: EMDR, Brainspotting, TF-CBT, EFT, IFS, ASIST (suicide intervention and prevention skills), Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, Sandplay Therapy

Specializations: Trauma and PTSD/C-PTSD, Dual Diagnosis, Chronic Illness, LGBTQIA2S+, Life Transitions, Sexual Abuse, Neurodivergence

Works Mostly With: Adults, Young Adults, Parents of LGBTQIA+, Adolescents

Personal Approach: I approach therapy from a holistic perspective and use an interweave of evidence based modalities depending upon the needs of the client. Generally, EMDR, Brainspotting, Breathwork, and IFS are at the forefront of treatment. Therapy in my office can look like: talking, silently breathing and somatically processing, drawing, playing, walking in nature — all based on what feels best to you as you get to know yourself better and your own therapeutic needs, goals, and preferences. Whatever the modality, you are a co-creator of your therapeutic experiences and your voice matters.

About Me: It is really important to me to walk the walk and not just talk the talk as a therapist; I prioritize my own state of balance, growth, and self-care. Some of the things that help me feel balanced are: gardening, running, dancing, learning, creating connecting moments with people and animals…pretty much anything that fosters a sense of love, joy, and appreciation of the little things.