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Karen A Lancaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Let's Connect (845) 599-0998
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Our ability to cope and manage stressors sometimes becomes overwhelming. These same stressors impact not only your life but those around you. If you are reading this, I applaud you for taking the first step in taking care of you. I am here to guide you on your journey to wellness. Feel free to reach out to me and explore how we can work together to improve your situation. I have years of experience in the fields of geriatrics, substance use disorders and mental health issues. Take control of the issues that are holding you back and no longer working.
Entering into a therapeutic relationship with a seasoned clinician who will be able respectfully listen to your issues and guide you on your journey and give you the tools to navigate future issues is my goal for your treatment. My areas of expertise are in the fields of geriatrics, substance use disorders, mental health and life stressors
We have all struggled at some point in our lives to get through a difficult time. Reaching out and talking to a clinician speaks to your resilience to improve your situation and improve your quality of life. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and assist.
Call or Email Karen A Lancaster now for a free 15 minute consultation - (845) 599-0998
Let's Connect (845) 599-0998
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Elevance
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (845) 599-0998
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Karen A Lancaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 035437 Karen A Lancaster
- In Practice for 38 Years
- Attended Fordham University, LCSW, Graduated 1986
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Cancer
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Reality Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 599-0998
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Karen A Lancaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR