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Karen C. Simms

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Indianapolis, IN 46205
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My name is Karen Crawford Simms, and I am a licensed mental health therapist. I welcome clients of all identities, especially those from communities that have faced exclusion or inequity. I specialize in working with adults in transition—particularly those in teaching, caregiving, helping, or service professions—who are navigating relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life or professional changes such as pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness.
My practice is grounded in trauma-informed principles, cultural competence, and over 30 years of experience, study, and commitment to authentic healing and wholeness. I attended seminary, and if invited, I will respectfully explore issues of faith as part of therapy.
If you’d like to learn more or schedule a consultation, I would be glad to connect.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Meridian K Consulting & Counseling Services

Indianapolis, IN 46205

(317) 676-9617
My website
My practice is a completely virtual. I can see you from wherever is best for you and evenings, weekends & flexible times.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Life Transitions and Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum 
$75 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (317) 676-9617
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Meridian K Consulting & Counseling Services

Indianapolis, IN 46205

(317) 676-9617
My website
My practice is a completely virtual. I can see you from wherever is best for you and evenings, weekends & flexible times.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Life Transitions and Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum 
$75 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $75
  • Couple Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
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If you have insurance, I use Headway or Grow Therapy to process my claims (please see the link in my profile). I also have a sliding scale for my private pay clients that most find makes therapy accessible. Fees are discussed during our consultation call.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617
"
If you have insurance, I use Headway or Grow Therapy to process my claims (please see the link in my profile). I also have a sliding scale for my private pay clients that most find makes therapy accessible. Fees are discussed during our consultation call.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 39002006A Karen c Simms

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended Carleton College, MAMFT, Graduated 1999

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from PSI's Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) 2024
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I integrate trauma-informed & culturally responsive care with an understanding of culture, wellness, & healing. I use trauma-specific interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), marriage & family therapy (especially systems and narrative approaches), and psychoanalytic perspectives.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617
"
I integrate trauma-informed & culturally responsive care with an understanding of culture, wellness, & healing. I use trauma-specific interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), marriage & family therapy (especially systems and narrative approaches), and psychoanalytic perspectives.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Women's Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • First Responders
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in working with adults in transition—particularly those in teaching, caregiving, helping, or service professions—who are navigating relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life or professional changes such as pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617
"
I specialize in working with adults in transition—particularly those in teaching, caregiving, helping, or service professions—who are navigating relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life or professional changes such as pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I meet you where you are and provide a space for open, honest, and transparent reflection. I integrate trauma-informed and culturally responsive care with an understanding of culture, wellness, and healing. My work draws from trauma-specific interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), marriage and family therapy (especially systems and narrative approaches), and psychoanalytic perspectives.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617
"
I meet you where you are and provide a space for open, honest, and transparent reflection. I integrate trauma-informed and culturally responsive care with an understanding of culture, wellness, and healing. My work draws from trauma-specific interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), marriage and family therapy (especially systems and narrative approaches), and psychoanalytic perspectives.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 676-9617

Location

Primary Location

Meridian K Consulting & Counseling Services

Indianapolis, IN 46205

(317) 676-9617

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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My practice is a completely virtual. I can see you from wherever is best for you and evenings, weekends & flexible times.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (317) 676-9617
"
My practice is a completely virtual. I can see you from wherever is best for you and evenings, weekends & flexible times.
Photo of Karen C. Simms, Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Karen C. Simms
Counselor, MAMFT, LMHC, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (317) 676-9617