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Karen Jurls

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Choosing therapy is self-care. Coping with life’s challenges can be difficult. Your needs and feelings matter. Working with the right therapist can help one make positive change and growth managing their daily live and overall mental health.

I have extensive experience in the mental health and public health fields. I also have worked closely with adoptive parents and their children. My career has involved helping others with depression, stress, self-confidence, loss due to relationship and family changes, poor coping skills, and trauma.

Ensuring your confidentiality and demonstrating respect to you are my utmost priorities. Working together to set goals, make change, and understand your feelings and behavior can be accomplished together. Feeling better and moving forward with a new perspective can make life more manageable and enjoyable. I look forward to meeting and working with you.

Years Experience: 35
Location: Alabama, United States
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1891452454
Credentials: AL LICSW 0901C
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LICSW (Alabama) #0901C exp 2026-07-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Addictions, Family, Trauma and abuse, Eating, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Career, Bipolar, Depression, Coaching, ADHD, Female therapist, Conservative therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Karen Jurls

Compassionate Alabama clinical social worker
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • 35 years’ experience

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Karen Jurls approaches therapy as a form of self-care that helps people manage life’s challenges and improve overall mental health. She brings 35 years of professional experience to her work and is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Alabama.

Her background spans both the mental health and public health fields, and she has worked closely with adoptive parents and their children. Over the course of her career she has helped people address depression, stress, low self-confidence, grief from relationship and family changes, poor coping skills, and trauma.

Jurls works with a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, depression, coaching, and ADHD. She emphasizes respect and protection of client information as central to the therapeutic relationship.

Working collaboratively to set goals, increase understanding of feelings and behaviors, and make meaningful change are key components of her approach. The aim is to help people feel better and move forward with a refreshed perspective, making daily life more manageable and enjoyable. She looks forward to working with new clients.

Location: Alabama, United States
Years Experience: 35
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: AL LICSW 0901C
  • NPI Number: 1891452454
  • License: LICSW (Alabama) #0901C exp 2026-07-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and navigating life changes, online therapy is often found to be as effective as traditional in-person care.

One major benefit is flexibility – individuals can connect in the format that best fits their needs and lifestyle. Sessions may be held by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging, which can make it easier to maintain consistency and incorporate therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapists providing remote services are licensed professionals, and people may switch therapists at any time if they prefer a different fit. For many, online therapy offers a practical and effective way to address everyday mental health concerns while accommodating personal circumstances and preferences.

How much experience does Karen Jurls have?

Karen Jurls has 35 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Karen Jurls a licensed therapist?

Yes. Karen Jurls is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Alabama.

In which languages does Karen Jurls provide therapy?

Karen Jurls provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Jurls located?

Karen Jurls is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Karen Jurls as my therapist?

People can work with Karen Jurls via phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Karen Jurls cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a person with their therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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