Karin Shelton, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Karin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Karin is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Karin
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I provide a compassionate, emotionally attuned space for clients to understand how earlier life experiences have influenced their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I assist clients in identifying learned habits that stand in the way of the life they desire. I work collaboratively with clients to promote greater emotional resiliency and the ability to constructively deal with life's challenges resulting in more joy and fulfillment. I work with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, grief, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
Licenses
Karin Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225049208.
- LCSW · California · 65686 · Renews May 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karin Shelton offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karin Shelton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karin Shelton speak?
Karin Shelton speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karin Shelton have?
Karin Shelton has 23 years of experience.
Where is Karin Shelton licensed to practice?
Karin Shelton is licensed to practice in California.
Does Karin Shelton accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karin Shelton does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karin Shelton offer?
Karin Shelton offers clients Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karin Shelton?
Karin Shelton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karin Shelton?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.