Kara Skevis

With a compassionate approach and a focus on empowerment, Kara Skevis, MSW, LSW, offers a safe and relaxed environment for clients to explore their feelings and experiences freely. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and grief and loss, Kara brings a wealth of experience to her diverse practice, which welcomes both children (ages 5 and up) and adults.

Kara's therapeutic approach is rooted in a strengths-based perspective, designed to support clients in feeling empowered throughout their healing journey. She skillfully incorporates techniques from various evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. This integrative approach allows Kara to tailor her interventions to each client's unique needs and goals.

With a strong educational foundation, Kara earned her Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Concordia University Wisconsin and went on to complete her Master's Degree from Lewis University. Her commitment to professional growth is evident in her dual licensure, holding social work licenses in both Illinois and Indiana. This broad base of knowledge and experience enables Kara to offer comprehensive support to clients facing a wide range of challenges.

Kara's practice philosophy centers on embracing the authenticity and complexity of the human experience. She creates a therapeutic space where clients can freely express themselves, knowing they are in a judgment-free zone. Kara believes that the best therapeutic outcomes stem from a combination of safety, relaxation, and compassion - elements she strives to incorporate into every session.

Whether working with a child navigating the complexities of growing up, an adult grappling with life changes, or anyone in between, Kara brings her full expertise and empathetic presence to each therapeutic relationship. Her goal is not just to help clients overcome their current challenges, but to equip them with the tools and confidence to face future obstacles with resilience and self-assurance.