Kara Fedore , LCSW

Kara Fedore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through substance abuse, depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, life changes and transitions, and relationship challenges. She has extensive experience assisting individuals who have experienced domestic violence, trauma, and acute crisis, and she brings a steady, compassionate presence to each interaction.

Kara’s work is grounded in a client-centered philosophy, which means she adapts methods to fit each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Her practice commonly weaves together elements of EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to address symptoms, build coping skills, and process difficult experiences. She describes her role as collaborative - listening first, then tailoring interventions that align with a client’s goals and readiness for change.

Kara encourages people to view therapy as an active investment in their wellbeing rather than a sign that something is wrong. She acknowledges the courage it takes to begin this work and offers practical guidance for those who may not know where to start. Kara aims to empower clients, help clarify goals, and walk alongside them through change. She looks forward to meeting and supporting people on their journeys.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals guide the work - the therapist listens, reflects, and helps the individual define what change looks like for them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches practical strategies to shift those patterns, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity through guided, structured sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kara works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then recommends and adapts methods accordingly. That collaborative stance helps ensure the chosen techniques fit the client’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access to licensed professionals from wherever a client is located within the allowed service area. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to attend regular sessions around work, family, or mobility constraints, and provide multiple ways to communicate depending on comfort and need.