Karina Engles is a Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about meeting her clients where they are and guiding them through the challenges that hold them back. She provides therapy to women, men, adolescents, and children, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, school related issues, life transitions, relationships, and self-esteem struggles. Her approach is compassionate, client-centered, and solution-focused, empowering individuals to recognize their strengths and develop practical strategies for personal growth. Whether clients are facing overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, or a desire for positive change, she is there to support them on their journey toward healing and resilience. She earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Kansas State University in 2011, followed by her Master’s in Social Work from Washburn University in May 2015, and throughout her career she has gained diverse experience working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds across various settings, including roles in a children's hospital, a long-term care facility, as a discharge planner for a heart and vascular inpatient unit, as well as working in inpatient dialysis and elementary school settings. Outside of the office she enjoys spending time with her husband who is also a social worker/therapist, and she has two furbabies, Mumford and Chewbacca. She is passionate about health and fitness, working as a Certified Personal Trainer at a local gym and a Certified Nutrition coach, with a future goal of competing in a bodybuilding competition. When the weather is nice, she can often be found outside walking the dogs, biking, or listening to country music, and she also enjoys going to concerts and traveling.