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Karen Hvidding, AASW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Australia

More about Karen

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • AASW

I am credentialed in Australia with 15 years of professional work experience. I have worked internationally in USA, former Soviet Union and Romania. I speak conversational Russian and am familiar with the culture of former USSR.

I have experience in helping clients with trauma, coping with addictions, abuse, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, disabilities, compassion fatigue, stress and anxiety.

I have extra experience in working with survivors of sexual assault, (childhood and adult) and use innovative techniques to integrate trauma. I have a Master’s degree in Social Work (UQ) and Master's of Art Therapy (WSU) and we can easily use creative interventions to help you process your emotions and thoughts.

I have three years specialist experience with substance misuse and associated mental health conditions.

I know how it feels to ask for help and I have been told I am a warm, caring clinician who has genuine concern for people’s well being.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Compassion fatigue ADHD Coping with life changes Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Chronic pain, illness, and disability Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Forgiveness Immigration issues Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • AASW · Australia · 478472 · Expires June 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karen Hvidding offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karen Hvidding works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Karen Hvidding speak?

Karen Hvidding speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karen Hvidding have?

Karen Hvidding has 15 years of experience.

Where is Karen Hvidding licensed to practice?

Karen Hvidding is licensed to practice in Australia.

Does Karen Hvidding accept clients outside of Australia?

No, Karen Hvidding does not accept clients outside of Australia.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Karen Hvidding offer?

Karen Hvidding offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karen Hvidding?

Karen Hvidding can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Karen Hvidding?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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