Karen Shugart

Karen provides evidence-based mental health care, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and other therapeutic approaches. She recognizes that seeking mental health care can be challenging and strives to make the process easier through her warm, open, and non-judgmental approach. Karen believes creating a welcoming environment is essential for patients to share freely and participate fully as they work toward their goals. Karen's passion for mental health care was sparked when she volunteered at a crisis hotline, an experience that opened her eyes to the profound impact of compassionate mental health support. Since then, she has gained valuable experience working in both community and hospital settings, allowing her to understand the diverse needs of patients across different care environments.