Karen Firestone, M.A.
Karen Firestone M.A. (she/her) is a clinical psychology Predoctoral Intern at California Counseling Clinics gaining supervised clinical hours. Karen has worked with adults of all ages, providing psychological support to people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and challenges in relationships. She is particularly passionate about working with college-aged individuals and undertook two years of training at De Anza College, where she provided counseling services to a diverse population of students. Karen takes a relational, strength-based, and client-centered approach to therapy, with the intention of helping clients foster a more secure sense of self. She works collaboratively with clients to create a welcoming, safe space that supports personal exploration and the development of the emotional tools necessary to help one reach their goals.
Education:
- M.A., Clinical Psychology, The Wright Institute
- B.A. in Psychology, University of California, Berkeley
Experience:
- Intern, California Counseling Clinics
- Extern, De Anza College Psychological Services
- Extern, The Wright Institute Clinic
- Extern, The Wright Institute School Based Collaboration
- Intern, Child Abuse Listening Mediation (CALM)
Common Presenting Issues I Work With:
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Issues, OCD, Grief, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, Self-Esteem, Stress, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, Codependency, Parenting, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Sleep Issues, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Women’s issues, Infertility, Infidelity, Testing and Evaluation, Obesity.
Types of Therapy:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Age Ranges:
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19), Adults, and Older Adults (65+).