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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Trauma and grief
About Kara
CT LCSW Kara Justo has 21 years of clinical experience and practices in Connecticut. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and bipolar symptoms. She also supports those dealing with parenting struggles, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, and life changes.
Kara keeps sessions direct and practical. She listens to what is happening now and works with each person to set doable goals. Conversations focus on concrete steps and tools people can use between sessions to handle difficult moments and to notice progress.
She pays attention to patterns that get in the way of daily functioning, such as impulsivity, obsessions or compulsions, and mood swings. For parents she addresses parenting stress and related diagnoses like Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder and postpartum depression. She also offers support around divorce, separation, and domestic violence consequences for individuals.
Kara aims to reduce symptoms that interfere with work, relationships, and daily life. She outlines options and helps people decide what to try first. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, with room to adjust plans as needs change.
Her approach is straightforward and focused on practical change. People who prefer clear steps and regular check-ins will find a consistent structure in sessions. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first meeting to discuss goals and next steps.
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How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Two common evidence-based techniques involve learning practical skills and changing unhelpful patterns. One approach teaches specific coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and manage strong emotions; it helps with panic, stress, anger, and daily mood regulation. Another approach focuses on identifying and adjusting patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to depression, low self-esteem, obsessions, or compulsions; it helps people test new ways of responding in everyday situations.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify which techniques match a person’s goals and preferences. That process can include trying different methods and checking progress together to refine the plan.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue work on skills between meetings and maintain regular contact with a licensed professional without changing daily routines.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she support?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and practical. Sessions focus on setting clear goals and using tools people can apply between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of professional work experience as a clinician.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a CT LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut, and she practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.