- Disaster mental health
- Grief and trauma
- Practical skills
About Kara
Kara Levine is a licensed clinical social worker in Louisiana with 11 years of experience. She earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University with a concentration in disaster mental health. Kara works with people facing grief, trauma, and major life stressors and emphasizes practical steps to improve daily life.
Her practice includes support for children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with loss or the lasting effects of traumatic events. She has worked with young people facing chronic and terminal illness and helps family members manage the ripple effects of illness on everyday routines. Kara draws on therapy methods that focus on skills and real-world change.
Kara blends several evidence-based approaches to match each person's needs. She uses techniques that address thoughts and behaviors, processes memories tied to trauma, and helps people find motivation and direction when they feel stuck. Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused on next steps.
She aims to create a respectful, sensitive space and adjusts the conversation and plan to fit each client. Kara emphasizes collaboration and treats progress as a team effort between therapist and client. Her training in disaster mental health informs her work with coping after natural or human-caused disasters.
People who choose Kara can expect clear goals, practical strategies, and an emphasis on everyday functioning. She encourages small changes that add up and helps clients reconnect with values and purpose as they move forward.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing new ways of responding. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems by giving concrete tools to try between sessions.EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, helps people process distressing memories by combining focused recall with guided bilateral stimulation. It is commonly used for trauma and can reduce the intensity of traumatic memories over a series of sessions.
Kara treats the choice of approach as a collaborative decision. She will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked for you in the past. Together you will try methods and adjust the plan based on what helps you make steady, manageable progress.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking so you know what to expect. Many people find remote work easier to fit into busy schedules, makes shorter check-ins during work breaks possible, and removes travel time. Talk with her about what will fit your routine and the kinds of sessions that will best support your goals.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kara help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, and other life changes including coping with natural or human-caused disasters.
How does she approach therapy?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using evidence-based methods to set clear goals and teach skills for everyday life.
What is her professional background?
She has 11 years of clinical experience and a Master of Social Work from Tulane University with a concentration in disaster mental health.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Kara?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.