Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (919) 635-9072

I am accepting new clients.
Are you having difficulty with life challenges, communication issues, relationship difficulties, personal, or work issues. I work with a variety clients and recognize everyone is on their own journey in life. My goal is to help you become a better version of yourself. I have over 11 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and I have been a nurse for over 35 years. I have post grad certificate in sex therapy and am a Certified Sexology. I have experience working from outpatient services to inpatient acute care.
I provide individual and couples counseling. Specialty areas include anxiety, depression, life changes, as well as sex therapy, including sexual dysfunction, premarital and marriage counseling. I enjoy helping individuals and couples navigate intimacy, communication, and relationships difficulties. I also work with Veterans and active duty military.
I bring a compassionate, open-minded approach to therapy, creating a safe, judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable exploring sensitive and often complex issues. I take a holistic approach and am client centered, helping you determine your goals and reconnect with yourself and others.
Call or Email Karen L Bieniek now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 635-9072
Let's Connect (919) 635-9072

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $165
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Humana
- MedCost
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- VA Community Care Network (CCN)
- Out of Network
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 635-9072
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 13358 Karen L Bieniek
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended Argosy University Twin Cities, Graduated 2013
- License: MN Board Nursing 417198 / 1990
- Certificate from American Board of Sexology 25009 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 635-9072
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Sex Therapy
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Polyamory
- Polyamory & ENM
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 635-9072
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Person-Centered
- Relational
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (919) 635-9072
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, ABS-CS
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 635-9072