Kara Justo

Kara Justo is a licensed clinical social worker with 21 years of practice in Connecticut. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, and low self-esteem. She also supports those facing mood disorders, relationship strain, substance concerns, grief, eating issues, and life changes. Her manner is steady and encouraging, and she focuses on simple, practical steps that people can use right away.

In sessions she aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be named. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on small changes that can reduce distress. Clients can expect practical tools and gentle guidance rather than long theory lectures.

Her work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address impulsivity, obsessive behaviors, postpartum depression, and symptoms related to trauma and abuse. She also helps people navigate divorce or separation and challenges tied to disruptive mood patterns such as DMDD.

Kara emphasizes collaboration. She supports clients in setting clear goals and tracking progress. The pace and focus shift to match what each person needs at the time.

She practices in Connecticut and conducts sessions in English. To begin, prospective clients are invited to use the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Evidence-based techniques and how they help online

Many clients benefit from approaches that teach concrete skills they can use right away. One common evidence-based technique focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This helps people notice what they think, try alternative responses, and see what works in everyday situations.

Another useful technique emphasizes emotion regulation and coping strategies for anger and impulsivity. It teaches step-by-step practices for calming the body, delaying reactions, and choosing responses that match long-term goals. These skills are often helpful for parenting challenges and mood instability.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and comfort level. Early sessions typically focus on priorities and try a few strategies to see which fit best.

Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during a lunch break or between appointments. It can also make it simpler to practice coping skills at home and then discuss what worked with a licensed professional.