Karen N

Hello! I’m Karen (she​/​her)​,​ a neurodivergent counsellor supporting children​,​ young people​,​ and adults to feel safe​,​ seen​,​ and accepted in their full authenticity. I take a trauma-informed​,​ strengths-based approach shaped by my lived experience with chronic anxiety​,​ undiagnosed ADHD​,​ and growing up around intergenerational trauma. Over the past three years​,​ I’ve supported neurodivergent​,​ disabled​,​ and LGBTQ+ young people​,​ including Indigenous Australians​,​ through experiences of trauma​,​ low self-esteem​,​ bullying​,​ parental separation​,​ identity challenges​,​ and grief. I draw on attachment theory​,​ creative expression​,​ and deep empathy to honour each person’s unique way of being. Having loved ones with chronic illness​,​ I know how isolating it can feel when support isn’t accessible or affirming. That’s why I’m proud to be part of Spoony — a space where you don’t have to mask or explain. Whether you’re navigating big emotions or simply want to be heard​,​ I’m here to walk alongside you.