Karen Franklin, LCSW

With over two decades of clinical experience, Karen brings both expertise and genuine warmth to her work with adults. Trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and well versed in CBT, DBT, and supportive approaches, she tailors her style to each person, whether that means offering practical strategies for navigating difficult situations, strengthening coping skills, or exploring the deeper patterns shaping your life. At the heart of her work is a belief that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for lasting growth and emotional resilience.

Karen’s collaborative, nonjudgmental presence creates a space where people feel safe to explore new possibilities and move toward a more fulfilling life. She works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, and life transitions.

Karen holds an MS in Social Work from Columbia University and is licensed in New York and Massachusetts. She has contributed to the field through published research on group psychotherapy and leadership roles at mental health organizations. Having grown up in Venezuela, she is fully bilingual in Spanish and English, and brings a genuine appreciation for the role of culture in shaping mental health. Karen works with individuals and groups.