Karen Swanay, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MS, LPC, MHSP), specializes in helping preteens, teens, and adults who are ready to embrace change and engage in the therapeutic process. With a robust focus on anxiety, OCD, and related disorders, she also serves as a dedicated gender therapist. Her practice is not just focused on conventional therapy; it is a safe haven where individuals can truly be themselves. With five years of specialized training in OCD treatment, Karen employs evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (E+RP) to guide her clients toward healing. Her certification in Animal Assisted Psychotherapy further enriches her approach. Karen's personal journey with OCD fuels her passion for helping others. She understands firsthand the struggles of intrusive thoughts and the constricting feeling of a limited world. Her mission is to empower people to expand their lives and embrace their authentic selves, because everyone deserves to thrive outside the confines of their challenges.