Unfortunately, I will have to give Karen a low rating. In the beginning of our sessions, I was pleased. However, during the end I was very disappointed. She would sometimes come on late, however scold me if I came on late. Sometimes have to pause our sessions to answer phone calls. Instead of diving to help me with my situations she would print out a work sheet on google and tell me to study it. Sometimes when I would tell her my problems, she would come across as judgmental as if they werent important. The last straw was when she ghosted me. We had a session scheduled but she never showed. When i called her, she told me she just got out of surgery and we will have to reschedule. I told her OK and never heard from her again. Of course, I was worried so I emailed and called but never heard anything until she sent me a bill and her monthly newsletter. Luckily, I found a wonderful therapist that is sympathetic to my needs.

Very cold over the phone.....Ill will continue to search for a more welcoming warm therapist.

I felt comfortable with Karen right from the start. She helped me to help myself and get back on track by asking key questions and recommending useful resources. Some discomfort with healing is to be expected but Karen made sure I found my strength. I like her straight-forward style and I will definitely return.

Ms. Allen came highly recommended from a seminar I attended on Mental Health in the Black Church. My experience with Ms. Allen has been nothing but professional. She provides a safe, caring and inviting environment. With her help Ive made a lot of progress. I still have some other areas to focus on but Im loving this journey to wholeness and healing. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a professional therapist.

Ms. Allen was first my professor at Howard University and later on my mentor. She’s been supportive throughout my journey as a social worker and business owner. Would highly recommend.

I simply cannot say enough good things about Karen Allen. Ive tried going to multiple therapists over the past 10 years, and have never connected with anyone like Karen. She is a wonderful, compassionate listener who is also down to earth, funny, and approachable. She recommends helpful homework assignments each sessions which are thoughtful, tailored, and not overly burdensome. Over the past 6 months, Karen has helped me to learn to love and accept myself. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to learn the same.

I thought she listened and allows you to express yourself first. She lets you feel you’re comfortable in her space and safe to express yourself. Office is very clean. She doesn’t say things quick or ask too many questions which means she is going to allow time for work to happen once what’s needs to be exposed is exposed she can actually start the process. I’m excited and hopeful.

I saw this business only had one review and it was a bad review I came back to see all of these other 5 star reviews which look fake or coerced and i had to say something. You being a therapist, it’s discomforting to witness. To fake reviews rather than fix what may be wrong or simply reply to the negative review to show remorse proves why the reviewer said she felt a lack of empathy. I too felt this was the case as I tried to get an appointment and the woman seemed cold and to the point as if she had things to do. Not the way to feel seeking therapy. I do not recommend.

Ms. Allen is professional and I would highly recommend her. She has assisted me and my family. Dr. Angela Mauney

I am grateful to Ms. Allen for taking on the task as my therapist. She has shared her skills which allows me to apply them to my everyday life when a issue arises. I have learned how to confront my past traumas that has been haunting me since I was a child. If it wasnt for the coping skills that she has taught me my life would be different. Ms. Allen is a unique therapist who goes above and beyond her duty to make sure her clients get the services that she provides . She doesnt let me give up when times get rough, and my emotions are all over the place. I am honored to call her my therapist, and would recommend that anyone who is struggling with any issues such as Trauma, Mental Illness, or any other underlying issues she is the therapist that you should call. Thank you again Ms. Karen Allen for the services that you have provided me.

Never ever ever again. They should list what they specialize in. I went here the woman was rude she’s an older woman with locs. Showed no empathy. Asked if I had asked her if she knew how to deal with trauma. If you had no idea how to deal with it you should’ve said this isn’t my expertise. Going here made me not want to ever see a therapist again and that’s bad. Charged me $130 for one session and I called and told her I’d never return. I guess they’re more for smaller issues like spouse problems or money problems not life problems.