Karen Wachs

Dr. Karen Wachs is a dedicated therapist specializing in adult mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. With a comprehensive background in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Wachs integrates these techniques with a mindfulness-based model known as Internal Family Systems (IFS). This unique approach helps clients understand their internal conflicts, contradictions, and self-undermining behaviors. Dr. Wachs is committed to assisting her clients in breaking free from detrimental patterns of self-criticism, anxiety, irritability, guilt, or sadness, enabling them to engage more vibrantly with the world around them. Recognizing that clients often seek therapy during painful or discontented times, she views this journey as a meaningful commitment to personal growth and future possibilities. With significant experience gained in psychiatric hospital settings, Veteran care, and private practice, Dr. Wachs holds deep appreciation and admiration for each client's unique struggles and strengths. She is particularly adept at working with individuals carrying feelings of pain, regret, and frustration, honoring these emotional burdens while championing their innate capacity for joy and connection.