- Guilt and shame
- Veteran issues
- Caregiver stress
About Karyn
Karyn Simon is an AASW social worker with more than 10 years of experience supporting people through hard seasons. She works with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression and life changes, and has a special interest in guilt and shame.
She has worked alongside veterans and people affected by domestic and family violence. That work included supporting people after traumatic events and helping them manage ongoing stress and post-traumatic reactions.
Karyn often supports people facing major transitions. She helps with identity shifts, the practical and emotional effects of separation, and the pressures many feel during midlife. She also works with people dealing with caregiver strain and the isolation that can follow big life changes.
Her approach treats the person as the expert in their own life. Sessions focus on talking through what matters, identifying strengths that have helped before, and practising ways to cope when overwhelm or shame show up.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and draws on ten years of clinical experience to guide conversations and practical steps. People can expect to look at feelings, patterns and manageable actions rather than just explanations.
To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Payment uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, and session costs vary by location.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
She works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on understanding feelings and building practical coping skills. Cognitive approaches help people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try more useful ways of thinking, which can ease anxiety and self-critical thoughts. Trauma-informed approaches look at how past events affect current reactions and support people to manage triggers and reduce day-to-day distress. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try approaches that suit their needs, and adjust as they learn what helps most. The client’s preferences and life circumstances guide which methods are used. The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around family, work or caregiving responsibilities and can reduce travel time. Some formats are better for shorter check-ins or for people who prefer not to use video, while others allow longer, more involved conversations. Discussing practical needs during the first session helps shape how ongoing online work will be organised.Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes, and lists guilt and shame among her focus areas.
How does she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people talk through these feelings, look at patterns and practise coping strategies in session.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Karyn has over 10 years of experience working in mental health settings with a range of concerns, including trauma and post-traumatic stress.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an AASW social worker based in Australia.
Can I see her if I live outside Australia?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Session costs vary with location and clients use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her practice?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.