Karen Stubenbort

Karen Stubenbort, PhD, LCSW, is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist who recognizes the courage it takes for individuals to embark on their journey toward self-change. She meticulously cultivates an environment of safety and trust, essential for effective therapy. Whether working with clients dealing with trauma, navigating life transitions, or seeking a more balanced life experience, her primary goal is to guide them toward greater awareness and effective goal-setting for a fulfilling life. Dr. Stubenbort understands that ideas of human relationships and patterns of arousal are formed in the brain's core neural networks during early development. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of insight and holistic regulation within a stable relational context to promote healing. Grounded in attachment theory and the neurosequential model of therapeutics, she believes that early experiences, including trauma, significantly influence individuals' expectations of future relationships, and at times, it becomes necessary to work diligently to correct unhealthy relationship models. As a therapist, Karen is committed to establishing a trustworthy and safe environment that encourages clients, both adults and children, to seek change and connect with their personal goals. She embraces creative methods such as play, art, and music to assist in emotional regulation and illuminate pathways for change.