Karen Shaughness

Karen Shaughness

Clinical Social Worker (631) 654-7359

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About Me

As a licensed therapist in New York, I bring nearly four decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional experiences, including depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal transitions.

I specialize in addressing issues like social anxiety, workplace stress, mood disorders, and interpersonal communication challenges. My approach is deeply empathetic and tailored to each individual’s unique journey, with a particular focus on supporting young adults, women, and those experiencing significant life changes.

My therapeutic work draws from extensive experience helping clients manage panic disorders, addictions, codependency, and mood disorders. I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their experiences, develop resilient coping strategies, and cultivate meaningful personal growth.

Through collaborative and compassionate counseling, and cognitive behavioral techniques , I aim to empower clients to understand themselves more deeply and build the emotional tools needed to navigate life’s complexities with greater confidence and clarity.

Orientation & Focus

Modalities

Couples, Families, Groups

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sex Addiction
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Conditions Treated

  • Addiction & Substance Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Blended Families
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Codependency
  • Communication Problems
  • Coping Skills
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • First responder issues
  • Grief & Loss
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • OCD
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Addiction
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Sleep & Insomnia
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Locations

Main Location

101 Hospital Rd
Patchogue, New York 11772
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