Karina Barretto, LPCC

(she/her/hers)

Online Therapy

About Me

I work with people who have experienced trauma in many forms, including abusive relationships and high-control or coercive religious groups. These experiences often involve a loss of autonomy, confusion around identity, and difficulty trusting your own thoughts and instincts. My perspective is shaped by my own story of growing up in a non-traditional environment and feeling unsure where I belonged as a young adult. Therapy helped me build a stronger sense of identity and direction, and that experience continues to inform how I show up for my clients.
In our work together, I focus on helping you rebuild trust in yourself, process the impact of control or indoctrination, and reconnect to the world around you. Whether you’re navigating life after leaving a high-control group or working through the lasting effects of trauma, I offer a space that is steady, nonjudgmental, and grounded in respect.
I believe trauma recovery isn’t about “fixing” who you are but about understanding what you’ve been through and reclaiming your sense of self. If this sounds like a helpful approach, please contact me for a complimentary consultation.

More information about me can be found at my website, bluetansytherapy.com.

Education & Experience

I have over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Previous settings I have trained or worked in include a help line, a domestic violence shelter, and a residential treatment program.
I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (2017) and my Master of Science in Counseling at Mount Mary University (2020).

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists- San Francisco Chapter

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress Management
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Expats
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Sliding Scale
  • UnitedHealth