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Stress and Anxiety Relief Therapy in New Hampshire
Gillock, Karen Lee PHD is a licensed clinical psychologist in New Hampshire with over two decades of experience in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Since establishing her private practice in 2007, she has specialized in treating anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and cancer survivorship challenges. Her approach combines extensive training from the University of Illinois at Chicago and Dartmouth Medical School with a commitment to helping clients overcome psychological barriers through structured, goal-oriented therapy.Karen emphasizes client autonomy, teaching skills to manage stress, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. Her work with Dartmouth's CARES Survivorship Clinic and research on chemotherapy-related cognitive deficits underscore her expertise in behavioral medicine. She prioritizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries to ensure effective, personalized care.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Trauma Recovery
Cancer Survivorship Support
Phobia Treatment
Stress Management
Social Anxiety Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Care
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of clinical psychology experience in anxiety and trauma treatment.
- Our practice specializes in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tailored to individual needs.
- We provide personalized care for cancer survivorship and behavioral medicine challenges.
- Our approach combines academic expertise with compassionate, client-centered therapy.
- We maintain strong professional ties with Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and CARES Survivorship Clinic.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. This structured, goal-oriented approach helps clients develop practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. Backed by extensive research, CBT provides measurable improvements in emotional regulation and problem-solving abilities through weekly sessions and homework assignments.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders addresses generalized anxiety, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. Using evidence-based CBT techniques, clients learn to challenge irrational fears and develop grounding strategies. The program includes personalized exposure therapy and mindfulness practices to reduce physiological symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Cancer Survivorship Support
This service addresses psychological challenges during and after cancer treatment. Focused on managing 'chemo-brain' cognitive effects, treatment anxiety, and post-recovery adjustment, it combines behavioral strategies with emotional support. Clients receive tools to navigate medical stress and rebuild quality of life through individualized survivorship care plans.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery programs specialize in processing posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms from accidents, abuse, or life-threatening illnesses. Through trauma-informed CBT and cognitive restructuring, clients safely reframe distressing memories. The treatment emphasizes regaining emotional control and rebuilding trust in personal and professional relationships.
Depression Management
Depression management combines behavioral activation with cognitive restructuring to address persistent low mood. Clients learn activity scheduling techniques and thought-challenging methods to break negative emotional cycles. The program emphasizes gradual goal-setting and skill-building to restore motivation and engagement in meaningful life activities.
People
Gillock, Karen Lee PHD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 20+ years experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Specializes in anxiety disorders, trauma, and cancer survivorship. Adjunct faculty at Dartmouth, former CARES Clinic developer. PhD from University of Illinois at Chicago.
Jennifer St. Laurence
Clinical Intern
Master's candidate in Mental Health Counseling at Springfield College. Supervised intern providing CBT under Dr. Gillock's mentorship. Director of Career Services at Thayer School of Engineering. Trained in evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Questions
What types of clients do you typically work with?
I work with intelligent, motivated adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. Clients range from young professionals to seniors seeking meaningful life changes.
What are your office hours?
Regular hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with some early morning and evening appointments available by arrangement.
How often do therapy sessions occur?
Weekly sessions provide optimal progress, but frequency adjusts to individual needs. Crisis situations may require twice-weekly sessions, while maintenance phases might involve monthly check-ins.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept cash, checks, and major credit/debit cards including MasterCard, VISA, and Discover for all therapy services and administrative fees.
Do you accept new clients?
Yes, I currently accept new clients with limited availability. When full, I maintain a short waitlist and assist in finding alternative care options if needed.
How do you handle therapy emergencies?
For psychological emergencies involving self-harm or danger to others, contact 911 or your local emergency room immediately. I return urgent calls within 48-72 hours during regular business days.
