Karen Capehart, MA, LCMHCA
Welcome to Hearth Counseling & Consulting
Hi there! I am Karen Capehart, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and isolated while trying to ride the wave of life, you’re not alone. It is challenging to keep going when life feels out of control. When the world around you feels hard, there can be so much pressure to be perfect in your work or in your relationships. Our brains can fill up with overwhelming self-talk and “what ifs”. To get through the day, you may pull away from difficult family dynamics, experience tension in your spirituality, feel stuck in grief, or become disconnected from your body, which constantly needs care.
I strive to create a therapy experience that uses kindness, honesty, and humor to help establish a safe relationship that gives you the freedom to explore a new approach to life.
Education & Professional Background
Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Hamilton, MA
Licensure: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHC-A)
Certifications:
In progress- Certified Grief Therapist (CGT)
Professional Experience:
Higher Education
Individual and group counseling settings
My Approach to Therapy
My hope is that therapy feels like a safe space to land. Nothing is required of you; you can’t fail, and you don’t have to be impressive. I believe that connection is one of the most important parts of your therapy experience.
I seek to understand your world holistically, not just what’s going on in your mind, but also in your body and your environment. I utilize an integrated approach which allows me to pull from techniques that make sense for your story and what you’re looking for in therapy. Upon request, I can provide services that integrate with Christianity. All beliefs, faith, and identities are welcomed and celebrated!
Areas of Focus
Life Transitions – Processing changes in identity, stage of life, community, or unexpected events.
Anxiety and Stress – Addressing mood-related symptoms and overall emotional wellness as well as building tolerance for emotional engagement.
LGBTQIA Communities – Supporting queer and gender-diverse individuals as they embrace their identities and find caring community.
Eating Disorders and Body Image – Work creatively to support sustainable mindsets and habits which help individuals engage with their bodies positively.
Grief and Loss – Supporting bereavement and all types of loss. Engaging in culturally-attuned grief-processing and narrative healing.
Religious Community and Theological Issues – Aid in healing from religious traumas, theological issues, and support meaning-making with or without spiritual practice.
Eco-Anxiety and Climate Change – Engaging with the emotional experiences related to climate change and fostering growth in resiliency.
Therapeutic Techniques & Modalities
Narrative Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Mindfulness-Based & Somatic Practices
A Little About Me
I’ve spent the last couple of years in the Boston area, loving the snow, ocean views, and small New England towns. My husband and I are NC natives and excited to be back in the sun! I am a hobby collector and enjoy many activities such as board games (including TTRPGs), crocheting/knitting, trying out new vegetarian recipes, reading, and practicing yoga. I believe that community is an invaluable aspect of being human and strive to live life alongside others.
I would be honored to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s twists and turns! My hope is that I can provide a safe space where we can work creatively and collaboratively.
Insurance Accepted
BCBS
Blue Home w/ UNC Health Alliance
Aetna
SHP
Healthy Blue
Out-of-network for all others
Session Availability
Virtual and In-Person sessions offered
Location
8392 Six Forks Rd, Suite 203
Raleigh, NC 27615