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Kara Anglin

Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Kara

Kara Anglin is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who centers her practice on practical, evidence-informed strategies to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered principles to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, build coping skills, and move toward clearer priorities and healthier routines. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and paced progress so clients can explore change at a sustainable tempo.

With six years of clinical experience in Florida, Kara addresses a wide range of concerns including depression, parenting challenges, workplace stress, compassion fatigue, and self-esteem difficulties. She also works with families navigating blended household dynamics, communication problems, domestic violence impacts, immigration and multicultural issues, panic and social anxiety, and young adult concerns.

Sessions focus on practical tools, mindful awareness, and motivational conversation to support real-world improvements. Kara welcomes clients who want a supportive, straightforward partnership to clarify goals and develop tangible strategies.

Initial meetings prioritize understanding what brought someone to therapy, assessing current needs, and creating a plan aligned with the client’s pace and values. She uses a mix of therapeutic methods to tailor care to each person’s situation and preferences.

Practical approaches for online growth and coping



Kara often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and build concrete coping skills for anxiety, panic, and depression. She also draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where a person’s experiences and goals guide the work. These methods are useful for tackling stress, relationship and family difficulties, workplace issues, and self-esteem challenges.

Finding the right method is part of the therapeutic process, and Kara works collaboratively to determine what fits best for each client. Together they review needs, goals, and preferences and adapt strategies over time so the plan stays relevant and practical. The emphasis is on paced progress and real-world application rather than a one-size-fits-all formula.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options allow work to continue around busy schedules, geography, or life transitions, while still focusing on structured interventions and reflective conversation with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist commonly address?
Kara focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, depression, coping with life changes, parenting and self-esteem. She also works with concerns like workplace stress, compassion fatigue, and young adult issues.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Her style blends client-centered care with evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior ideas, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. Sessions aim to be collaborative and paced to the client's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience providing mental health services and applying a mix of therapeutic approaches to support clients with a variety of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in Florida as FL LCSW SW22122.
In which languages can I work with this therapist?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Therapy can be conducted through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies based on location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Parenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImmigration issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English