Kara Justo, LCSW

Licensed in Connecticut · 21 years in practice

License and registration

LCSW, Connecticut: 009630 · expires September 2026
NPI: 1306590914 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 21
Languages: English

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About Kara

Kara Justo helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, low self-esteem, attention issues, addictions, relationship strain, grief, mood disorders, and life changes. She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - based in Connecticut with over 21 years of professional experience. Kara aims to make the first step feel manageable for worried parents and adults alike.

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where people can say what they really think and feel.

Background and approach

Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps. Kara listens closely, asks clear questions, and helps people break big problems into smaller tasks. Kara draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address things like compulsive behaviors, postpartum struggles, disruptive mood concerns, and the emotional fallout of separation or domestic violence.

She supports people working through grief, bipolar and depressive episodes, and problems tied to impulsivity and obsessive patterns. Her approach centers on collaboration. Kara works with each person to set goals and try approaches that fit their life and values.

Between sessions she encourages concrete practice so progress can carry into daily routines. People who choose her often want help managing reactions, improving parenting confidence, or changing patterns that cause recurring conflict. Kara combines steady listening with hands-on strategies to help people make sustainable changes over time.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Kara lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
ADHD
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Impulsivity
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Postpartum depression

Online support

Evidence-based techniques and online care

Many clients benefit from clear, structured approaches that target specific problems. One common method focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing it with step-by-step behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This kind of work helps with worry, depression, and low self-esteem by changing daily habits and reactions. Another approach concentrates on managing compulsive behaviors and impulsivity through gradual exposure and response strategies, which can lessen urges tied to OCD patterns, addictions, and impulsive choices.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kara works with each person to figure out which techniques match their goals, needs, and daily life. She tailors plans and adjusts methods over time so therapy stays relevant and practical.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different routines and preferences. Video calls let people have a fuller conversation with face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging allow for shorter check-ins and ongoing support between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to keep progress moving forward.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, bipolar and depression, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is direct and collaborative with an emphasis on listening and practical steps. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space and helps clients turn goals into manageable tasks.

How much experience does she have?

She has 21 years of professional work experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

Kara is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Connecticut and practices there.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what works best for the client.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What do I need to do to get started?

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