Karen Simms, LMHC, LPCC
- Trauma informed perspective
- Culturally competent care
- Adults in helping roles
About Karen Simms
Karen focuses on concerns such as relationship and intimacy issues, parenting stress, and the emotional and practical impacts of major life and professional shifts. Clients may come to therapy while navigating pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness, and looking for steadier footing, clearer boundaries, or a renewed sense of direction.
Her practice is grounded in trauma-informed principles and cultural competence, with a long-standing commitment to authentic healing and wholeness. Karen also attended seminary, and when a client invites it, she can thoughtfully explore faith-related questions as part of the therapeutic conversation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Simms have?
Karen Simms has 19 years of experience.
Is Karen Simms a licensed therapist?
Yes. Karen Simms is licensed as an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Indiana (IN LMHC 39002006A) and as an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in Ohio (OH LPCC E.2404895).
In which languages does Karen Simms provide therapy?
Karen Simms provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Simms located?
Karen Simms is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Karen Simms as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Simms through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Karen Simms work with international clients?
Yes. Karen Simms works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Simms cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Karen Simms draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to online sessions while staying centered on the client. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can clarify what they feel, what they need, and what matters most, which can be especially helpful during life transitions, relationship stress, and self-esteem concerns.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationship patterns shape current connections. This approach can help clients make sense of closeness, conflict, trust, and boundaries, including concerns related to intimacy, parenting, and family dynamics. Motivational Interviewing offers a practical, respectful way to work through ambivalence and strengthen follow-through, which can be useful when clients are considering changes related to stress, habits, or addiction recovery goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Karen collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting the pace and focus over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy can make support easier to fit into real life. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging for added flexibility, accessibility, and continuity between sessions.