Karen Pena, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Karen
- 27 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am here to be a guide, an ally, and a support in your therapeutic journey of growth. I am passionate and authentic about this work and the value it holds for you. My approach is holistic, individualized, compassionate, and evidence-based. My goal is to provide a safe space that fosters trust and honest rapport, where we can explore your areas of need and discover new tools and ideas to improve your quality of life.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (COE)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Karen Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871760124.
- LCSW · New York · 70189 · Renews November 2028
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Pena offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Pena works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Karen Pena speak?
Karen Pena speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Karen Pena have?
Karen Pena has 27 years of experience.
Where is Karen Pena licensed to practice?
Karen Pena is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Karen Pena accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Karen Pena accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Karen Pena accept insurance?
Yes, Karen Pena accepts Cigna.
Does Karen Pena accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen Pena does not accept clients outside of the United States.
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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen Pena offer?
Karen Pena offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Karen Pena?
Just tap the BOOK 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.