Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Newark, DE

Hi! My name is Beren Karlson, LCSW. I have been in practice over 5 years, specializing in working with individuals impacted by trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress. I believe mental health treatment should feel safe, supportive, challenging, and sometimes fun.

As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for achieving happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can often be challenging, so I want to compliment you for taking it! I have been practicing for over five years and have a proven track record of treating complex and severe mental disorders over the last decade. My experience includes working with patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and addiction.

I enjoy working with adults who are ready to better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, improve relationships, and develop healthier ways of managing life's challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply seeking personal growth, we'll work together toward meaningful change.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). My passion lies in helping individuals of all ages—from children and adolescents to adults and older adults—navigate their mental health journey. I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Anxiety, Substance use , Traumatic and Psychotic disorders.

I specialize in trauma-informed care for survivors of trauma including sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking.

I help my clients develop coping skills to better deal with life's challenges.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist, I have over 14 years of experience with the VA treating trauma, anxiety, phobias, attachment wounds, depression and navigating life and career changes.

I am a licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience working with diverse populations: Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have worked in various treatment settings: residential treatment, day treatment, foster care, agency, school (elementary, middle and high school), and private practice. I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, adolescent issues, family therapy, loss and grief, school issues, attachment, EAP/work-related issues. I am trained in PCIT.

My specialties include: adolescents, anxiety, depression, loss and grief, trauma, school and work-related issues.

A client will feel respected and nurtured from the moment that client walks into the practice. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing and conducive to working through issues and beginning the journey to a new you.

I utilize Cognitive behavioral, Dialectical behavioral and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (CBT and ACT). I graduated from Delaware State University in 2019 with my Master of Social Work Degree. I currently hold my Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) and Certified Advanced Drug and Alcohol Certification (CAADC). I’ve worked in various settings ranging from treating offenders in a correctional facility, residential mental health and substance use programs to outpatient individual therapy. I specialize in Addiction, Anxiety, Depression and Grief.