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Hi, I’m Kara Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas, and the founder of Unfiltered Clinical Services. I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex life stressors, trauma, and system involvement, including those connected to the legal or forensic system.

My approach to therapy is real, direct, and grounded in clinical expertise. I create a space where you don’t have to filter your experiences, we work through them together with honesty, structure, and intention. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or major life transitions, I help you build insight, emotional regulation, and practical coping strategies that actually translate into your daily life.

In addition to therapy, I also provide forensic-focused services, including competency-related support and evaluations. My background in correctional and forensic mental health allows me to understand the intersection between mental health and the legal system, and I bring that perspective into both my clinical and evaluative work.

I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, behavioral health, and working with high-acuity populations. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, more in control, and more aligned with the life you’re trying to build.

If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you where you are but also challenge you to grow, I’m here for that work.

I'm Kathleen, and I am a mental health counselor and trained Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) that helps people to heal trauma using a blend talk therapy and embodiment practices. My approach is trauma-informed, meaning I prioritize your safety and empowerment throughout our work together. I am trained in various modalities, including somatic therapy for releasing trauma held in the body and regulating the nervous system, Internal Family Systems (IFS) for understanding your inner world with compassion, and talk therapy to explore emotional patterns and self-beliefs. I also offer psychoeducation to help you better understand anxiety, stress, and trauma. My ultimate goal is to support you on your personal journey towards healing, growth, and overall well-being.

Important Scheduling Note: Due to working full-time in macro social work implementation in the public-sector, slot availability is largely limited to either lunch-hour appointments or limited weekend appointments -- which is typically appropriate for lower-acuity working adult professionals. I maintain a small caseload. If you require appointments during working hours (besides lunch slots, which are available!), I would be unable to accommodate this need.

My approach to therapy is built upon a broad and unique foundation: 15 years of distinguished military service (Army active-duty and Air Force Reserve), social work, and public health analysis.

This background provides a wealth of experience to address your unique needs. Outside of my military career, I earned my Master's in Social Work (4.0 GPA) from Barry University and have worked across the entire spectrum of care: inpatient, intensive outpatient, outpatient, telehealth, and public health.

My primary therapeutic modalities are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also trained in a variety of other evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and many more. I attempt to learn 1 new therapy method per bi-ennium -- to stay engaged and fresh.

I help adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional struggles so they can feel more balanced, connected, and confident in their daily lives. Do you ever feel pulled in too many directions, juggling relationships, work, family responsibilities, and your own well-being, while rarely finding the time or space to truly care for yourself? When life feels overwhelming, it can be easy to lose touch with your own needs and emotions. Therapy can provide a space to slow down, gain clarity, reconnect with yourself, and create a life that feels more fulfilling and aligned with the life you want.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I believe therapy works best when built on trust, authenticity, and partnership. Together, we will explore patterns that may no longer be serving you, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and confident moving forward.

In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know one another, discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore your goals for our work together. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. I invite you to reach out or schedule an appointment, and I look forward to supporting you as you work toward the life you want.

The population Renee treats are the following: individuals only, age 20+ ; NO COUPLES and NO FAMILIES. Throughout her career, Renee has successfully assisted clients from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of mental health concerns. Her expertise spans various areas, including life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, self-esteem struggles, Stress and worry, Caregiver stress, PTSD, Trauma, ACOA (Adult Child of Alcoholic or Drug Addict), addictions, Relapse Prevention, Dual Diagnosis, Grief, Shame and Guilt, Abandonment issues, Betrayal, Codependency, Toxic Relationships, Postpartum Depression, and Infertility-informed. By employing a holistic and client-centered approach, Renee fosters a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Renee's therapeutic style combines empathy, active listening, and collaboration, ensuring that each client's unique needs and goals are addressed effectively. She employs evidence-based interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, solution-focused therapy to promote personal insight, resilience, inner child wound work, narrative therapy, attachment style theory method along with client center humanistic approach towards positive change.