Therapist in Spokane, Washington Karen Brown, Therapist
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 11-64
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Karen Brown, MA, LMHC
Karen Brown is a dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care to individuals across Washington. She offers both individual and group therapy, creating a supportive and interactive space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change. Karen works with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Karen specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, helping individuals navigate the complexities of these conditions with practical coping strategies and therapeutic interventions. She is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Exposure Therapy, using these approaches to address deep-rooted fears, emotional distress, and patterns of negative thinking. Karen also provides faith-based treatment for those who seek therapy through a spiritual lens, integrating clients’ values and beliefs into their healing journey. Karen has a strong passion for working with individuals facing school avoidance, childhood behavior issues, and grief. She understands the emotional toll these challenges can take on children, adolescents, and their families, and she provides structured support to help young clients regain confidence and stability. She also works closely with parents, offering parenting skills training to strengthen family dynamics and foster a more positive home environment. Karen has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, military personnel and veterans, and those impacted by adoption or foster care. She is also skilled in supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders and those recovering from head injuries. Her compassionate approach ensures that all clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps toward a healthier and more fulfilling life. Outside of her practice, Karen enjoys spending time outdoors with friends, family, and her dog. She finds joy in nature and believes in the healing power of connection and movement. Her personal passions reflect her dedication to maintaining balance and well-being in both her life and the lives of her clients.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Midlife Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Post-Partum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- School Avoidance
- Somatoform Disorders
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- ComPsych
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- First Choice
- Kaiser Permanente Washington
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Pacific Source
- Partners Direct Health
- Premera Blue Cross
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Regence BlueShield
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Interventions
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Therapy
- Faith-Based Treatment
- Mindfulness
- Parenting Skills
Populations
- Adoption/Foster Care
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- First Responders
- Head Injuries
- LGBTQ+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Education
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Northwest University
Professional | 2008
Kirkland, WA, US
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University of Washington
Undergraduate | 1987
Seattle, WA, US
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Karen Brown. You can also call 509-436-9659 to have someone assist you.
Karen Brown generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 509-436-9659 to find out Karen Brown's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Karen Brown:
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- ComPsych
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- First Choice
- Kaiser Permanente Washington
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Pacific Source
- Partners Direct Health
- Premera Blue Cross
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Regence BlueShield
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 509-436-9659 to see how we can help.
Karen Brown is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Karen Brown works at:
Yes, Karen Brown does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Karen Brown is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: