Karen Loka

My name is Karen Loka and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Eau Claire, WI area, working with clients in MN, WI, and IA via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, pain management, difficulty sleeping, and grief and loss. I use Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients navigate a forward path.

My approach

My approach to therapy varies based on the clients' needs most often matched with Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

My focus

I have found my style of therapy is best suited to adults who are dealing with transitional and chronic health challenges to develop a more positive outlook on life.

My communication style

My style of communication is non-judgmental, empathetic, calm, patient, an active listener, being organized and culturally competent.

My journey to mental healthcare

My attraction to being a therapist comes from a family of caregivers. My grandma instilled in me the importance of being kind and helping others, as did my parents. My mother was a nurse and my father a counselor at a juvenile detention center; all of which began my interest in a career as a therapist. What drives me is to be able to help others along part(s) of their path and how humbling it can be.

My goals for you

I utilize goal setting in a collaborative way by building trust, reaching an understanding of how you want to accomplish time in session, and tracking your progress.

My first session with you

What you can expect in our first session is to spend the majority of the time learning about how you have been feeling, the catalyst that prompts it, and how we can work together to find the balance you need. Each individual is unique and deserves to be heard.