Karen Skrzypek, LMSW, CAADC, Clinical Social Worker   in Michigan

Karen Skrzypek LMSW, CAADC

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Hello! I am an experienced therapist specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. I see teens and adults online.

Clinical Social Worker in Michigan

Services

  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

My clients tell me how much better they feel after one session. I provide warm and caring conversation that will help you feel heard and understood. I want to hear your story! I don't want anyone to feel uncomfortable or that they are giving up their story to someone they don't know or don't feel they can trust. I believe in moving at a pace that is comfortable for you. Most clients tell me they feel that therapy with me is like talking to a friend while gaining insight and learning skills.

My Background and Approach

My therapy strategies include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction and Relapse Prevention to help facilitate meaningful changes. My approach is to weave these therapies into our conversation so that you never really feel like you're "doing therapy". I am also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and have helped many clients manage substance use issues. My clients have come to me seeking help for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, parenting support, relationship issues, academic struggles, poor job satisfaction, substance use, addiction, alcoholism, co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders (dual diagnosis), and other impulse-control issues including gambling, internet, pornography, and gaming. ​

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I want everyone to feel comfortable talking with me and want you to know that I am LGBTQIA+ allied and welcome clients of all races and religious backgrounds.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Addiction Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Harm Reduction Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Addiction ADHD Therapists Anxiety

Other Issues

  • Aging Concerns
  • Bipolar
  • Burnout
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Psychosis and Schizophrenia
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LMSW, CAADC, State of Michigan · #6801073930
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
28 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Beacon
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Oscar
  • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Cross Complete

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 28 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 180/session

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