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Karen Nickelson, 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.

Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Australia

More about Karen

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • AASW

Hello, and I am glad you are here! You have taken a courageous first step! I am a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers and hold Master of Social Work / Master of Mental Health Practice, Bachelor of Human Services (Counselling)(Child & Family), and Certificate IV in Telephone Counselling. I bring invaluable life experience to this profession, and I am passionate about supporting clients at all stages of life. My special interest areas are grief and loss, supporting carers, palliative care and end-of-life as well as general life transitions. You will find me to be a kind, compassionate and empathetic counsellor. I value honesty which I believe creates a safe space for you to share freely without needing to worry about being judged. I am looking forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hearing impaired Hospice and end-of-life counseling Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Licenses

  • AASW · Australia · 512886 · Renews 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 Nickelson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karen Nickelson 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 Nickelson speak?

Karen Nickelson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karen Nickelson have?

Karen Nickelson has 6 years of experience.

Where is Karen Nickelson licensed to practice?

Karen Nickelson is licensed to practice in Australia.

Does Karen Nickelson accept clients outside of Australia?

No, Karen Nickelson 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."

How can I communicate with Karen Nickelson?

Karen Nickelson 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 Nickelson?

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.

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