LCSW
Karina Fernandez , LCSW
Therapist in Tennessee
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About Karina
Her practice includes extensive experience with survivors of violent crimes, such as sexual assault, robbery and assault, domestic violence, and those grieving homicide losses. She also works with individuals navigating complex grief and loss, relationship and family difficulties, parenting stress, caregiving strain, and compassion fatigue. Karina combines trauma-focused skills with a strengths-based, empowerment approach to help clients uncover their own resilience.
Clinically she draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques, tailoring interventions to each person. She is also EMDR certified to support healing from complex trauma and uses client-centered strategies that prioritize the individual needs and goals of each person. Her style emphasizes collaboration, practical coping skills, and the recognition of existing strengths to guide clients toward meaningful change.
Approaches for Online Trauma and Stress Support
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and learn practical strategies to change behaviors and manage symptoms such as depression and anxiety. It focuses on clear goals and skills that can be practiced between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers tools for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and increasing distress tolerance. It is useful for people who struggle with overwhelming feelings or relationship conflicts and emphasizes skill-building in everyday life.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that can help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. In Karina's practice EMDR is used as one option for addressing complex trauma when appropriate.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Karina works with each person to explore which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These options can make it easier to fit consistent care into a busy life and to continue therapy across different circumstances while working toward meaningful change.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Karina Fernandez have?
Karina Fernandez has 16 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Karina Fernandez a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: TN LCSW 6768.
In which languages does Karina Fernandez provide therapy?
Karina provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Karina Fernandez located?
Karina is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Karina Fernandez as my therapist?
You can work with Karina Fernandez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karina Fernandez work with international clients?
Karina Fernandez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karina Fernandez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
16+ years
Licensed
Tennessee
Languages
English, Spanish
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