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Kara-sue Harriott

Kara-sue Harriott

Therapist · Maryland

Compassionate social worker for life challenges

  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBT concerns
  • Money and wellbeing

About Kara-sue

Kara-sue Harriott is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with 12 years of professional experience. She offers steady support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and issues related to sexual orientation. She emphasizes a calm, nonjudgmental presence and clear, practical conversation.

Her style centers on creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be named. Conversations aim to clarify what feels most urgent and what small steps feel possible. She encourages clients to set goals that fit their daily life and values.

Kara-sue often helps people sort through relationship wounds such as abandonment and attachment concerns. She also supports clients struggling with panic, mood swings, impulsivity, and social anxiety. Money and financial issues are part of her focus when they affect emotional wellbeing.

She works with people on self-directed changes like improving communication, building self-love, and addressing guilt or shame. Practical skills and real-life problem solving are common parts of sessions. Progress is shaped by regular review of what helps and what needs adjustment.

People can expect straightforward language and gentle encouragement. Kara-sue invites people who are ready to take steps toward clearer thinking and steadier mood. She aims to be a supportive partner in the process of finding better balance and purpose.

Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online

Many therapists use evidence-based techniques that help people cope with strong emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying triggers and building practical coping skills to reduce anxiety and panic; it teaches step-by-step tools to manage intense moments and gradually face feared situations. Another approach concentrates on understanding attachment and relationship patterns, helping people name past wounds and try new ways of relating that feel safer and more effective.

Choosing which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. Sessions can shift over time if different tools seem more helpful, and progress is reviewed together.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins from places with quieter surroundings. Some formats also let conversations focus on brief skill practice or longer problem-solving, allowing sessions to match practical life demands rather than disrupt them.

Areas of focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseDepressionADHD
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kara-sue commonly address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and LGBTQ issues. Her additional focus areas include attachment, panic, isolation, impulse concerns, and money and financial issues.

How would you describe her approach in sessions?

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space and uses clear, practical conversation. Sessions focus on naming emotions, setting small goals, and trying real-life strategies.

What is her background and experience?

She holds 12 years of professional experience working with people facing mood, anxiety, trauma, and identity-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is an LCSW-C in Maryland and practices with that credential noted.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to learn what formats are offered.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kara-sue?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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