Get to Know Karen

Karen Marker, (She/Her) MA, LIMHP

 
Hi, I’m Karen!

I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and the founder of Serenity Therapy & Wellness. I have training and experience helping those who have experienced trauma, and/or are struggling during pregnancy, postpartum, or in early parenting. I support people in sharing their stories so they can begin the journey of feeling unburdened while finding an inner sense of calm and well-being.

Trauma Therapy

I am certified in EMDR and am also an EMDR consultant-in-training. I have specialized training and experience working with individuals who have complex and attachment trauma. I understand that often our current pain and suffering is rooted in something that happened to us when we were young. I work to heal the whole self-using a trauma-informed approach to therapy.

 Maternal Mental Health

Through my own wellness journey, I have come to understand just how tender the years of trying to get pregnant through early motherhood can be. I take a laid-back nonjudgmental approach to therapy with women who are in this stage of life. I understand that while each individual story is unique, there is also room for connection and growth when we share what our journey has been.

 More about Me

When I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my husband and two young children. We enjoy spending time outside exploring, biking, and being active. I also love to do yoga, spend time in my garden, read and spend time with friends. I always love a good adventure and enjoy traveling and trying new things.

 
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 Karen accepts the following insurance:

BCBS, Optum, United Healthcare, UMR, Aetna, Midland’s Choice, CIGNA, Medica, Medicaid, Nebraska Total Care, Healthy Blue, United HealthCare Community Plan