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Karlene Harrison

Calm, practical therapy with evidence-based tools

LMSW Michigan

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Karlene

Karlene Harrison is an LMSW with 15 years of clinical practice who blends practical, evidence-informed techniques with a calm, client-centered manner.

Background and approach

She draws on a range of approaches, including cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness-based strategies, to help adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief, addiction, and other life changes. Her training and years of work in varied settings inform a balanced style that emphasizes both skill-building and validation.

Clients can expect a relaxed, collaborative atmosphere in which exploration and problem solving proceed at a comfortable pace. Karlene has particular experience supporting people dealing with loss, caregiver stress, and aging-related concerns, and she helps clients reframe difficult thoughts, develop coping strategies, and improve communication.

She also works with mood disorders and issues related to self-esteem and career challenges. In sessions she mixes active listening with structured tools so people can identify patterns, set realistic goals, and practice new ways of responding.

Karlene welcomes open conversation and tailors her work to each person’s needs, helping them navigate transitions and build practical strategies for managing day-to-day stressors and longer-term concerns.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Karlene commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered methods to help people address distressing thoughts and improve coping. Cognitive behavioral therapy involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing new behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients can explore feelings and priorities at their own pace.

She also draws on elements of dialectical behavior therapy when emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, offering skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works together with each person to determine which strategies fit their goals, values, and preferences rather than relying on a single method.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it possible to continue therapeutic work during life transitions or when in-person appointments are impractical, and they allow clients to try different formats to see which supports progress and comfort best.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Karlene address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, career struggles, bipolar disorder, and a range of mood and family-related concerns.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions are relaxed and collaborative, combining client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build insight and coping skills.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 15 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings and with diverse adult clientele.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Karlene holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan. Her credential is listed as MI LMSW 6801090289.
Does she provide services in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressMood disorders

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English