Kara Rubens (she/her)

LPCC, LMHC, PMH-C
Accepting Clients

I have a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My therapy practice focuses on supporting LGBTQ & Perinatal clients.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

My clients are often deep feelers, perfectionists, or high achievers. They come to therapy with all kinds of strengths but maybe a big life event (the end of a relationship, an aging parent, or pregnancy) has turned life on its head. In session together we can make meaning from grief/ losses, clarify evolving roles/ identity, and help you feel more anchored in your values and daily life.

My Background and Approach

I hold a certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) and am actively engaged with other professionals serving individuals during fertility, pregnancy, and parenting. You will not hear unsolicited or cliche advice from me about this complex chapter of life! While I am a parent, I also understand how unique each person's experience is. My goal is to help clients navigate these experience feeling understood, better equipped, and confident. I was trained at one of the nations oldest LGBTQ+ community health centers. I have facilitated peer connection groups for queer teens and Intensive Outpatient groups for queer clients. I love my community and am deeply committed to maintaining an affirming therapy setting where clients can be themselves. With all of my specialities I engage in continuing education, connection w/ likeminded professionals, and advocacy beyond the therapy setting.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Expressive Art Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Burnout Depression
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Anthem
  • Optum
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $180/session

Reach out to Kara