A therapist shaped by every conversation she's ever had
Hi, I’m Karen.
In my work, I focus on creating a space where you can slow down, reflect and speak openly without feeling judged, rushed or expected to have the “right” words.
People come in carrying all kinds of things – stress, uncertainty, relationship challenges or feelings they can’t quite name. Sometimes it’s something specific and sometimes it’s just a sense that something feels off. Wherever you’re starting from, that’s where we begin.
I’m based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and I’m a counsellor with a BSc in Psychology, along with additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), sex therapy and marital counselling.
Many of the individuals I work with are navigating different expectations, roles, or environments, whether within family, work or while living away from home. These experiences can be complex and not always easy to put into words, but they often shape how you feel, think and relate to yourself and others.
My role isn’t to direct or fix, but to sit with you, understand your experience and help you make sense of what’s coming up in a way that feels steady and manageable.
You don’t have to come in with everything figured out. We take it one step at a time, at a pace that feels right for you.
Sri Lankans Living AbroadAnxiety, Overthinking & StressLow Mood, Depression & Emotional NumbnessBurnout, Exhaustion & Life Pressures
One Practice, Built Around The Sri Lankan Experience Abroad
My Approach
01We go at your pace
There’s no set structure you have to fit into.
We move in a way that feels comfortable for you. Some sessions may go deeper, some may stay lighter. You decide what feels right each time.
02A space without judgement
You don’t need to filter or hold back here.
Whatever you’re feeling or thinking is welcome. This is a space where you can be open without worrying about being judged or misunderstood.
03We talk things through
There’s no fixed formula for how this works.
We focus on real conversations. Taking the time to understand what’s coming up for you and what it means in your life right now.
04What you share stays private
Your privacy is taken seriously.
Everything we talk about stays between us. This is your space to speak freely and feel safe doing so.
Finally, someone who just gets it
The free session made all the difference
She speaks my language - literally and otherwise
“Being able to switch between English and Sinhala in the same session sounds like a small thing. It isn't. There are feelings I only have words for in Sinhala. Karen understands that completely.”
No waiting, no forms, no nonsense
“Back home in Dubai I was on a three month waitlist for a therapist who had never heard of Sri Lanka. I found Karen on a Tuesday and we had our first session that Friday. I haven't looked back.”
