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(703) 584-7997Karina McGovern, M.Ed., M.A.
Karina is a Ph.D. student in Depth Psychotherapy at Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is currently working on her dissertation. She lives in the Lake Anne community, and is excited to be practicing at Radiant Sun Therapies.
Karina moved here from Portland, Oregon where she was a clinical therapist, theatre director, snowboarder, and educator. She specializes in children, adolescents, and adults. Karina's diverse background includes a Masters degree in Education, with emphasis in Literature and Theatre Arts, and a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology.
As a therapist, Karina's specialty is providing a counseling experience that is unique, authentic, and imaginative. She has a passion for therapy that is deeply healing, and she cultivates an environment in which you can relax, feel comfortable, and just be yourself.
Karina is skilled in Jungian Sand Tray therapy, and she can assist you with dream work, looking deeper into the unconscious aspects of the Psyche. Her ultimate goal is to help you attune to your true self, reconnect with your unique purpose, and begin the journey of thriving in the world, rather than just surviving.
As a highly intuitive artist and psychotherapist, with advanced training in Jungian Psychology, Karina is an advocate for active imagination, limitless possibilities, and soulful participation in the world. As welcomed by the client, Karina uses art modalities and Jungian techniques in session.
She has worked successfully for many years with children healing from trauma, and she also works closely with women's issues related to the grieving process. One of her unique specialties is working with women who have experienced the loss of a father.
Karina welcomes both children and adults in her counseling and sand tray therapy sessions.
