Karen Gardner is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to guiding individuals of all ages—children, teens, and adults—through life’s challenges. Specializing in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and DNMS (Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy), she offers gentle, comprehensive trauma processing that allows clients to heal fully and permanently. Karen's expertise extends to addressing complex women's issues, infertility, the resilience of children post-divorce, and the dynamics of blended families, all while helping children mend from abuse. With a strong background in working with high-risk adolescents, she adeptly manages concerns such as emotional dysregulation, hyperactivity, and the struggle with dangerous attractions. Karen utilizes various therapeutic approaches, including Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, always bringing her wealth of life experience into her practice. Her warm and insightful demeanor fosters a safe space for clients, allowing them to explore and overcome their deepest concerns while developing healthier relational patterns.