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Karen Almstedt, LPC

Missouri LPC specializing in mood and relationships
  • Client-centered care
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • 20 years experience

About Karen Almstedt

Karen Almstedt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, career transitions, grief, trauma and abuse, and mood-related conditions including bipolar disorder and seasonal affective disorder. Her work also includes helping those coping with caregiver stress, blended family issues, divorce and separation, and compassion fatigue.

Karen brings a warm, interactive style to counseling, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and emphasizes collaborative care, shaping conversations and treatment strategies to reflect each person’s individual needs. Clinically she draws on client-centered principles and cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients build practical skills and deeper self-understanding.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, Karen focuses on empowering people to pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life. She aims to support and guide clients through change, offering tailored approaches to address both immediate concerns and longer-term goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressDivorce and separationMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karen Almstedt have?

Karen Almstedt has 20 years of experience working in the mental health field.

Is Karen Almstedt a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC. License details: MO LPC 2001011587.

In which languages does Karen Almstedt provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Karen Almstedt located?

Karen Almstedt is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Karen Almstedt as my therapist?

You can work with Karen Almstedt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Karen Almstedt work with international clients?

No. Karen Almstedt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Almstedt cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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A major benefit is flexibility - you can connect with a therapist in the format that suits you best, whether by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to continue care through transitions in life.



Licensed professionals provide treatment through these modalities, and if someone does not feel like the right fit, it is possible to switch therapists at any time. For many people, remote sessions offer a practical and effective way to address mental health and relationship concerns while accommodating daily responsibilities.

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