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Karla White, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Karla is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Karla. View 19 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa

Recent reviews

Karla is an amazing counselor who has been there for me during my most difficult times. She offers wonderful advice that has helped me to improve my situations and relationships. Compared to other therapists, she is extremely easy to talk to and responds very quickly. I can’t thank you enough, Karla!

Reviewed March 2019

Karla White is energetic, kind, non-judgmental, and excellent at understanding the nuance and complexity of decision making, relationships, and life events. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed March 2019

More about Karla

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I have been practicing mental health therapy for more than 15 YEARS. I have earned a Masters of Science in Community Counseling degree from Eastern Illinois University. I currently work in private practice in addition to working online with Betterhelp. I believe that ANIMALS are a great benefit to our mental health. I use ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY in my office location. I work with a certified facility dog named Sheldon, to help clients feel comforted during sessions. I enjoy hearing about client experiences with their animals as support or comfort. I will offer my experience in ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY to help any client who may have questions or comments regarding their own animal as emotional support at home.

My therapeutic style is to meet you where you are in every aspect of your life. I feel it is very important to provide each client with a down to earth, non-judgmental approach. I draw from many different theories, depending on each client’s needs. I often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Person Centered Therapy. In addition, I will draw from a variety of other theories and techniques depending on the client’s goals and needs within each session. I believe every person is different and the approach should be tailored to that specific individual.

I can help with ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, Bi-POLAR DISORDER, RELATIONSHIP ISSUES, SELF-ESTEEM, CO-DEPENDENCY, INTIMACY DIFFICULTIES and MANY other personal issues or concerns. I have a great amount of experience working with LGBTQ clients as well.

I feel privileged to be able to help and become a part of each client’s personal journey. I believe that we, as human beings, all need support from others at some time in our lives.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Karla White's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497904965.

  • LMHC · Iowa · 099853 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Karla White

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

19 reviews

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Karla is an amazing counselor who has been there for me during my most difficult times. She offers wonderful advice that has helped me to improve my situations and relationships. Compared to other therapists, she is extremely easy to talk to and responds very quickly. I can’t thank you enough, Karla!

Reviewed March 2019

Karla White is energetic, kind, non-judgmental, and excellent at understanding the nuance and complexity of decision making, relationships, and life events. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed March 2019

I have been with Karla for a almost two years now and I love her. I feel like Karla really understands my issues and helps me work through them in the best way for me. I have already recommended her to several friends and family members. 10/10 for sure.

Reviewed September 2020

Karla is amazing at creating a calm, safe atmosphere to talk through each week's struggles and wins. I look forward to each week's session for the perspective I gain and to recommit to the gentle, small steps towards self confidence and healing that have already done much more for me than I could have done alone.

Reviewed July 2020

Before trying BetterHelp I had been kind of burned out by therapists. But when I had my first video session with Karla I knew I had found that person I need. Someone to listen and be understanding. But who will also call me on my sh*t when I need it. I look forward to talking to her.

Reviewed July 2020

I have been working with Karla for over a year now. She's supportive, listens carefully and has always provided a judgement-free zone for me to process what I'm feeling and reacting too. I've made a lot of progress with her towards my goals, and always look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed March 2020

I love Karla, she is amazing. She suggest different ways and techniques on how to manage the anxiety. Since I been working with her I feel more calm my approach to things have changed

Reviewed November 2019

Karla is absolutely incredible and I recommend her to everyone!

Reviewed July 2019

I always appreciate her help whenever I need some advice. The breathing technique she taught me has helped and made a significant change in my anger control or when I'm anxious in general. She's awesome!

Reviewed March 2019

Too soon, just started. Ask me again in a couple of weeks. So far though, she's fantastically supportive.

Reviewed February 2019

Karla is very easy to talk to. She is warm and supportive and ready to help. Now that I started counseling with Karla, I know I’m no longer alone in this journey. I look forward to the healing I will be able to accomplish with her support and guidance.

Reviewed January 2019

Karla White is AMAZING!! She is so sweet, thoughtful, and attentive. She is so supportive and fun to talk to! She is more than a counselor she is a friend to me! I could not have made so many improvements without her!

Reviewed December 2018

She listen and answer with respect. Very polite person.

Reviewed December 2018

Karla is great. She takes the time to fully understand the situation and really talk point by point through the issue. I feel like I’m. It only heard but validated. But not coddled.

Reviewed December 2018

Therapy has just started (about 10 days) but after my first video session I’m already feeling better.

Reviewed December 2018

She's amazing! She knows my comfort level and she has guided me throughout my whole process.

Reviewed November 2018

I think Karla is a very competent counselor, and I truly believe that she can give me the help and guidance I need to work through the issues in my past that will in turn make me a better, more well rounded person.

Reviewed November 2018

Karla is wonderful! She is so supportive and understanding, and very comfortable and easy to talk to. She always responds to my concerns, pays close attention to my ramblings (of which there are many), and makes constructive, actionable suggestions for improving my mood and self esteem. I am so grateful to have been paired with her!

Reviewed November 2018

Karla offers practical advice that, so far, has been very helpful.

Reviewed November 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karla White offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karla White works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Karla White speak?

Karla White speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karla White have?

Karla White has 18 years of experience.

Where is Karla White licensed to practice?

Karla White is licensed to practice in Iowa.

Does Karla White accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Karla White does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Karla White offer?

Karla White offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karla White?

Karla White can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Karla White?

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