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Patricia Karl, LMHC

Trauma-informed support for lasting, practical change
  • Direct compassionate collaboration
  • Trauma informed care
  • Tools for emotional steadiness

About Patricia Karl

Patricia Karl is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 16 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and significant life transitions. She often works with people who feel overwhelmed, caught in patterns they cannot fully explain, or worn down from carrying responsibility and stress for a long time.

Her work is trauma-informed and focused on helping clients move from simply understanding what is happening to making changes that feel real and sustainable. Patricia integrates EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), along with attachment-based work and nervous system regulation, to help clients make sense of longstanding reactions and develop new ways to respond. Her style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative, with attention to both insight and practical skills.

In sessions, Patricia helps clients identify recurring patterns, explore where they may have started, and build tools that support steadier emotions, stronger confidence, and a more grounded day-to-day life. She offers a supportive space for clients who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and make meaningful shifts in their lives and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Patricia Karl have?

Patricia Karl has 16 years of experience working with adults in therapy.

Is Patricia Karl a licensed therapist?

Yes. Patricia Karl is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. License: FL LMHC MH12429.

In which languages does Patricia Karl provide therapy?

Patricia Karl provides therapy in English.

Where is Patricia Karl located?

Patricia Karl is located in Florida.

How can I work with Patricia Karl as my therapist?

Patricia Karl offers online therapy options that may include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Patricia Karl work with international clients?

No. Patricia Karl does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Karl cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most up-to-date pricing, 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.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Patricia Karl draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can work well in online therapy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, respectful relationship where clients can talk openly, clarify what matters most, and build self-trust at their own pace. This approach can be especially helpful when stress, anxiety, grief, or major life changes make it hard to feel steady.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on noticing the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT helps clients identify patterns that keep them stuck and practice practical strategies to respond differently in everyday situations, including relationship stress and mood-related concerns.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is another approach she incorporates, often used in trauma-informed care to help clients process distressing experiences and reduce the intensity of old triggers over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Patricia collaborates with clients to choose tools and strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting along the way as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy can make support easier to access and simpler to maintain. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, and can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility between scheduled sessions.

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