Karen Ibarra, MS
Specializing in Couples Counseling, Trauma & Anxiety — Monticello and Virtual
Specialty Areas: Couples Counseling, Adolescents, Teens, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety
About Karen: Healing starts with one brave conversation. Karen is dedicated to walking with individuals and couples through the emotional twists and turns of life with clarity, confidence, and compassion. She grounds her practice in evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and client-centered collaborative goal setting. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, healing from past trauma, or working through relationship challenges, she strives to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel genuinely heard.
Therapeutic Approach: Karen tailors each session to each individual's needs, blending structure and flexibility to ensure the work stays focused on what matters most. Her role is not to "fix" anyone — but to help clients develop their own strengths and move forward in a constructive, meaningful way. She works at your pace, honoring your experience every step of the way.
Availability: In person in Monticello | Virtual appointments available statewide across Minnesota. Evening and weekend appointments available. Fluent in Spanish.