Karen Freud

At the heart of my work, I’m someone who’s always been curious about people’s stories: what shaped them, what matters to them, and what might help them feel more grounded, more understood, and more at ease.

Years ago, I worked with children and often found myself drawn to the moments in between — the times they were making art, opening up about something that bothered them, or just chatting with each other about life. I noticed I liked listening — not just to what they said, but to what might be underneath. I liked trying to understand. I liked creating safe, calming spaces. And when I came across art therapy as a career option, it just made sense.

That was the beginning of what’s now been over two decades of work — first with children, and later with adults — combining both art therapy and traditional talk therapy in ways that feel right for the person in front of me.

What I love most about this work is being a quiet witness to change. It’s those moments when a client says, “I tried what we talked about — and it helped.” Or when someone who once felt overwhelmed starts to see their own strength and says, “I think I can handle this.”

I believe we all have the capacity to heal, grow, and adapt. Sometimes we just need the right space and support.

People often tell me they appreciate that I’m down-to-earth, warm, and easy to talk to. My style is conversational, not clinical, and I speak in plain language. I try to see things from your perspective and adapt my approach based on what’s going to be most helpful for you. Whether we use talk therapy, art therapy, or a mix of both, I’ll meet you where you are.