Kara Kihm, Therapist in Charlotte, North Carolina — Zencare
Kara Kihm
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Kara Kihm

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
North Carolina Accepting Online
Charlotte Accepting In-person

At this time my practice is remote. Clients have indicated there are many benefits from receiving therapy in the comfort of their own home. I enjoy working with clients across NC
Updated June 21, 2022

Specialties & Expertise

  • Highly Sensitive People
  • Divorce & separation
  • Anxiety
  • Body image
  • Adjustment difficulties & disorders
  • Burnout
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Professional statement

Kara Kihm is an intuitive therapist and practices holistic therapy and energy work virtually in the state of North Carolina. Kara has a background working on psychiatric units in hospitals and wondered why she saw the same patients at intake over and over again. Something in the system seemed broken. This led her on a journey to discover how to integrate holistic healing in therapy. Her credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Reiki Master (RMT) and author allow her to use an integrative approach focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. She currently works with women and nurtures each individual client as a whole being. In her practice she uses traditional therapy models such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Somatic work as well as meditative practices, breathing techniques, imagery work and a practice called Mana Gardening. She believes that Reiki/energy work is incredibly beneficial in the healing process.

Kara has written a book, Discovering My Wings, which depicts how her life radically transformed when she started fearlessly following her inner guidance. Kara now works with women helping them access the most empowered version of themselves through finding the voice of their intuition.

Kara helps women learn to listen to their inner wisdom and guidance, get comfortable in their own skin, move through big transitions with grit and grace, find the most empowered version of themselves and Discover Their Wings. She also has a special place in her heart for working with women who are highly sensitive. If you'd like to learn more about being a highly sensitive person, Elaine Aaron has done some incredible research. Kara is a highly sensitive person and has learned importance of working with the nervous system to reduce emotional distress.

Message to clients

Our trials and hardships are what shape us and lead to our transformation. In my experience, life certainly hasn't gone as planned. I never planned on being a single mom or going through a divorce! When life doesn't go as planned, how can we approach transformative times from an empowered space? It can be hard! Especially if you already feel the weight of the world as a highly sensitive person.

Do any of these questions resonate?

Does life often feel heavy and overwhelming?

Are you frequently emotionally exhausted?

Do you experience high anxiety?

Are you a deep thinker with a rich inner world?

Does the pressure of time rattle you?

Do you have sensitivities to chaos, lights, and loud noises?

If so you may be a highly sensitive person and trust me I GET IT!

In a safe, nurturing, nonjudgmental space we can work to help regulate your nervous system so life doesn't feel so intense. My goal is for you to feel respected and heard while we work through your process and calm your system. I am continually amazed and inspired by people, and it is a privilege and blessing to work with individuals on their journey of healing.

Specialties

Highly Sensitive People - I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals. Elaine Aaron has done research regarding this specialty. Being highly sensitive is a super power and it can make living in a very stimulating world challenging. I work to assist clients in regulating their nervous system.

Divorce & separation - Questioning or feeling unsatisfied in your relationship; contemplation and navigation of separation; addressing issues of power, voice, and communication challenges

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Body image - Development of skills for handling negative thoughts about physical appearance; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception.

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Burnout - Managing and recovering from stressors that lead to feelings of decreased motivation and disconnection from the self; practicing effective self-care and finding ways to relax both physically and mentally

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents

Insurance

Kara Kihm is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $115 - $150
  • Initial session: $150 (50min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
Therapist's note

At this time I am not working with insurance.

Location(s)

Online Sessions (North Carolina)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-6pm
  • Tue 9am-6pm
  • Wed 9am-6pm
  • Thu 9am-6pm
  • Fri 9am-3pm
  • Sat closed
  • Sun closed
Charlotte practice
2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte, North Carolina 28207
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-6pm
  • Tue 9am-6pm
  • Wed 9am-6pm
  • Thu 9am-6pm
  • Fri 9am-6pm
  • Sat not available
  • Sun not available

Work and Education

Self Employed , psychotherapeutic reiki, 2015 - Present

Virginia Commonwealth University, Masters in Social Work, 2005

Licensure

North Carolina: C009245

Languages

English