Why Psychotherapy with Karen?

Karen Gnat has over 25 years of experience working in the health and wellness industry. As a Registered Psychotherapist, Karen works within the framework of psychodynamic psychotherapy. Her strengths are working with emotional dysregulation, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. She has a strong background in working with youth (16+), adults, and retirees. Her client-centred approach focuses on building strong and supportive alliances. She incorporates a systematic view and uses frameworks such as attachment theory, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness. Karen’s warmth and empathy provide a safe space in which the client may explore their resistances and goals to support growth in their lives.