Karen Schneller Verified Provider

Karen Schneller is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and  Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. Her practice has locations in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles, California, where she sees patients in person. If you live in California, Ohio or Texas, you can schedule telehealth visits. 

Experienced in Helping Women and Young Girls

Karen has more than 18 years of experience working with patients who struggle with eating disorders. She specialized in treating young girls and women. Not only does she have expertise in eating disorders, but she also treats a range of mental health issues, including mood disorders and anxiety.

Practical Experience With Eating Disorders

Karen brings her own lived perspective to each therapy session. With first hand understanding of life in a larger body, she offers compassionate weight-inclusive care that helps patients feel seen and supported. 

Proven Therapeutic Approaches to Mental Healthcare

Her practice relies on several evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT). Beyond the standard treatments, Karen’s approach includes culturally sensitive and body positive therapy. 

Something unique she offers to patients is the HAES (Health at Every Size) program. Instead of dwelling on weight, HAES focuses on overall well being and healing.

While Karen Schneller does not work with insurance, she can provide a superbill for you to submit to your provider. Make sure to ask about sliding scale fees if you don’t have insurance.