Karensa Lewis, LCSW, CSW
Compassionate LCSW focused on relationships
- Relationship and family therapy
- Trauma and grief support
- Interactive client-centered approach
About Karensa Lewis
Karensa Lewis grew up in Texas and has made Colorado her home for the past 20 years, bringing a warm and steady presence to the people she works with. She encourages those who reach out for counseling, recognizing that taking that first step often takes courage, and she aims to explore fit and goals together in early conversations.
Her academic foundation includes a bachelor of social work from the State University of New York and a master of social work from the University of Houston, followed by a fellowship in individual counseling at Baylor College of Medicine. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials, professional social work qualifications that reflect clinical training and licensure in the field.
Professionally she has worked across a wide range of settings, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric clinics, residential treatment facilities, hospice care addressing end of life and grief, human services supporting foster and adoptive parents, programs serving military members and their families, and many years in private practice. Her private practice work encompasses relationship challenges, friend and marital conflicts, divorce and coparenting, depression, recovery from abuse and trauma, grief and loss, and concerns about mortality.
Her therapeutic style is interactive and open to client feedback, adapting to what proves helpful for each person. She draws on cognitive behavioral methods, emotionally focused approaches, attention to family of origin issues, and psychodynamic ideas in her work. She believes in treating every person with dignity and respect and describes herself as warm, compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental. She looks forward to speaking with people as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.
Her academic foundation includes a bachelor of social work from the State University of New York and a master of social work from the University of Houston, followed by a fellowship in individual counseling at Baylor College of Medicine. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials, professional social work qualifications that reflect clinical training and licensure in the field.
Professionally she has worked across a wide range of settings, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric clinics, residential treatment facilities, hospice care addressing end of life and grief, human services supporting foster and adoptive parents, programs serving military members and their families, and many years in private practice. Her private practice work encompasses relationship challenges, friend and marital conflicts, divorce and coparenting, depression, recovery from abuse and trauma, grief and loss, and concerns about mortality.
Her therapeutic style is interactive and open to client feedback, adapting to what proves helpful for each person. She draws on cognitive behavioral methods, emotionally focused approaches, attention to family of origin issues, and psychodynamic ideas in her work. She believes in treating every person with dignity and respect and describes herself as warm, compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental. She looks forward to speaking with people as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karensa Lewis have?
Karensa Lewis has 30 years of experience.
Is Karensa Lewis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW and is licensed in Colorado (CO LCSW CSW.00991989).
In which languages does Karensa Lewis provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Karensa Lewis located?
She is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Karensa Lewis as my therapist?
She offers sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karensa Lewis work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karensa Lewis 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 Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder if online therapy can truly help with the everyday and deeper challenges they face. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable to traditional in-person sessions.One of the major benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a licensed professional in the way that fits their life best, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to keep appointments and to integrate therapeutic work into a busy schedule.
Licensed professionals provide the same therapeutic approaches and clinical skills through these different connection methods, and people may switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many, online therapy offers an accessible and practical route to consistent support from trained therapists.