Karen Phillips, LCSW – Therapist in Chapel Hill, NC | Mindpath Health
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About
Karen has a person-centered approach to therapy, drawing from various models such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and nonviolent communication. She also incorporates mindfulness, relaxation, and breathwork to help her patients connect with their mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Karen sees each individual as a whole person with strengths and inner resources, working collaboratively to empower them to create lives of wholeness and well-being. Karen’s interest in psychology and human development dates back to her undergraduate years, where she pursued a degree in nutrition while also taking extra courses in social work and advanced psychology. Growing up overseas, Karen has a love for international and multicultural interactions, and she enjoys working with patients from diverse backgrounds. Outside of her professional life, Karen has a strong connection to animals. Before transitioning to mental health, she was a volunteer coordinator for a nonprofit dog rescue group and a keeper aide at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle. She enjoys spending time with her pets, watching wildlife, watching films, and reading.
- Master of Social Work (MSW) – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Adjustment disorder
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Grief & loss
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Mental health consultation/evaluation
- Adoption
- Behavior modification
- Personality disorders
- Women’s mental health
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What patients are saying
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I really like Karen. She has been very patient with me and understanding of all my issues.
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I’ve been happy with my services and love the telehealth option.
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My counselor has a deep understanding of my thoughts and patterns. She has been a very good fit for me. Thank you!
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The team at Mindpath Health are highly professional and compassionate. I learn something useful and meaningful at every visit.
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Karen Phillips is very wise and compassionate. She listens, asks thoughtful questions, and gives me useful tools to address my concerns. I feel very grateful to be one of her clients.
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Karen Phillips is an excellent fit for me. She understands my concerns very well and addresses them professionally and kindly.
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My clinician is patient and kind.
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My clinician was easy to talk to and engaged with my concerns. Based on this initial session, I look forward to her counseling.
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My clinician was very helpful and responsive with my concerns. She suggested good actions for me to take and think about. They will help me make progress with my concerns.
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Ms. Karen Phillips has been a great fit for me. She is patient with me and listens to me attentively.
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Ms. Karen Phillips is a very patient and kind-hearted counselor and I feel she listens well.
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Ms. Karen Phillips is a very understanding and patient counselor and I respect her opinions.