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Dr. Karen Vertti, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - Stress and trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Solution-focused work
- Trauma-focused care
About Karen
Dr. Karen Vertti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and California with 30 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses related areas such as communication problems, family of origin issues, substance concerns, and fertility-related stress.
Her style is practical and direct. She helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tries different ways of responding. Sessions center on clear goals and steps that can be practiced between meetings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the approaches she uses to map thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Dr. Vertti also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small changes that lead to measurable progress. For trauma-related concerns she incorporates Trauma-Focused Therapy to address the effects of past harm in concrete ways. These methods are used to help with specific problems rather than vague talk about feelings.
Clients can expect structured conversations, homework when useful, and regular review of what is working. The focus is on skills that help reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. She frames the work around the client’s goals and practical steps to reach them.
Her background includes decades of clinical practice across settings. She asks new clients to complete an intake process that clarifies immediate concerns and matches goals to the most useful techniques. Sessions follow from that shared plan.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Vertti uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and to teach practical skills for daily life. CBT sessions typically focus on concrete exercises, tracking patterns, and home practice that can be done between meetings.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to zero in on small, achievable changes that move a client toward their goals. When trauma is part of the picture, Trauma-Focused Therapy is used to address the impact of past events with targeted interventions aimed at symptom reduction and better coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She will review the client’s needs, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That plan is revised as progress is reviewed so the approach fits what the client finds useful.
If you plan to use online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. The practical benefits often include easier scheduling, fewer travel demands, and the ability to fit sessions into a workday or busy home life. Some formats also make shorter check-ins or phone-only conversations simpler when useful.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also focuses on related issues such as communication problems, substance concerns, and family of origin matters.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to try concrete alternatives. Sessions include practical exercises and steps to practice between meetings.
What is her clinical background?
She has 30 years of professional experience in clinical practice across different settings. That experience informs a practical, goal-oriented approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and California and practices out of Florida.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a first session.
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