Karen Placek, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, specifically applied in an adolescent treatment center. She excels in providing skills training in Core Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance for both adolescents and adults. With a wealth of experience addressing various issues such as Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders, and challenges faced by children, Karen is committed to combining multiple therapeutic modalities. Her strength-based and solution-focused approach aims to empower individuals, couples, and families on their journey towards healing and personal growth.