Karen Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (757) 780-1512
Managed by Thriveworks. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Available both in-person and online
516 South Independence Boulevard Suite 104 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Managed by Thriveworks. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Karen Johnston is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and life transitions, empowering clients to overcome barriers such as unresolved childhood wounds, parental challenges, and other traumas. Karen is passionate about working with diverse populations, including military and multicultural clients, as well as those seeking support that aligns with their faith, guiding them toward healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Karen earned her Master’s in Counseling from Regent University. She uses eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and trauma-informed care.
As a former military spouse, Karen understands life transitions and multicultural challenges. She is here to partner with you and offer support, new perspectives, and practical strategies to help you navigate whatever you’re facing. With compassion and expertise, she will guide you toward healing, growth, and self-discovery.
Call or Email Karen Johnston now for a free 15 minute consultation - (757) 780-1512
Let's Connect (757) 780-1512
Managed by Thriveworks. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Adventist Health Associates
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- Firefly Health Plan
- First Health
- HealthSpring Medicare
- JP Farley Corporation
- MedCost
- MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Quest Behavioral Health
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Karen Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 780-1512
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701015499 Karen Johnston
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended Regent University, Master of Art in Counseling, Graduated 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Karen Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 780-1512
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Stress
- ADHD
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Karen Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 780-1512
Part of Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach VA
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Karen Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 780-1512
Location
Primary Location
Thriveworks Counseling
516 South Independence Boulevard
Suite 104
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
(757) 780-1512Email Me
Group Practice
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach VA