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Karen Roach, LCSW

Illinois LCSW focused on stress and parenting
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Parenting and school guidance
  • Trauma and coping strategies

About Karen Roach

Karen Roach is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, adults, and families. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety that affects everyday functioning, and she frequently partners with women, mothers, and educators to better understand the behaviors and emotions in children that can disrupt family or school environments.

Her therapeutic stance is understanding, non-judgmental, and collaborative. She draws on a deep familiarity with the stress response system and employs a variety of therapeutic methods to help calm that response while also building a practical toolbox of coping strategies for use in daily life.

In addition to clinical practice, Karen’s work has included school social work and teaching graduate students in a Master of Social Work program. While working full time as a school social worker, her general availability for phone and video sessions is early mornings and mid to late afternoons during the typical school year. Messaging is noted as a convenient option and is accessible throughout the day.

Her profile emphasizes thoughtful, relationship-focused care grounded in years of experience and practice with children, families, and educators.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDissociationFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karen Roach have?

Karen Roach has 20 years of experience.

Is Karen Roach a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: IL LCSW 149.012062.

In which languages does Karen Roach provide therapy?

Karen Roach provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Roach located?

Karen Roach is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Karen Roach as my therapist?

You can work with Karen Roach through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Karen Roach work with international clients?

Karen Roach does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Roach cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a real difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable - by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapeutic work into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is desired. Online therapy offers an accessible way to pursue support while maintaining the core elements of therapeutic work.

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