Karen L. Katunich Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked in group private practice, and as a Senior Clinician in the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's Mood Disorders Clinic. She has had over 30 years experience with diverse populations. Dr. Katunich has provided psychological care for adolescents, adults, and seniors and now specializes in the treatment of mood disorders, borderline personality disorder issues and trauma.
Dr. Katunich received her doctorate at Virginia Commonwealth University and her internship training at the Pittsburgh Consortium-VAMC. She is presently Director or Psychotherapy Training at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. She has over 30 years experience with diverse populations in multiple public and private clinical settings. Dr. Katunich. Her clinical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral.
As a former Air Force Officer she first began extensive teaching experience at the US Air Force Academy and has since taught at the undergraduate and graduate level at local colleges and universities.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Anger management, Coping with life changes, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Dependent personality, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
PA Psychologist PS006207L
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I have only known her for a few short weeks however I feel like I trust her like she’s been in my life forever. I value her ability to listen to me, I trust her advice and I feel like she has my best interest. I was not a fan of therapy before but after speaking with her, if anyone can, I recommend it.
Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Katunich has helped me examine my specific situation in away that has been effective in relieving my anxiety and has enabled me to overcome my panic attacks and focus on goals that I have set for my self.
She listens well and was able to catch my trigger when in a live session.
I truly can recommend her if you are in crisis.
I feel her years of experience was evident even after my first session with her.
Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Her expertise is obvious and she’s great
Written on Nov 22, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 1 month on issues concerning coping with life changes
Karen is wonderful and incredibly experienced. Highly recommend her!
Written on Jul 31, 2023 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd