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Kara Katz, LICSW, CST, RN (she/her)
“Really, who am I?”
“Well folks, you’ve made it this far into researching me and finding out who I am. I’m told that I’m kind, compassionate, a good listener, and a good therapist.”
In her words
As a liberal, “woke” person, Kara (she/her) embraces the “radical” views that reproductive rights are non-negotiable; LGBTQ+ rights are human rights; bodily autonomy is essential; healthcare should be free; every person deserves to be housed; disability inclusion should be considered at every level; white people can (and should!) work to end abuses of BIPOC+ people; rest is essential; and food is a right, not a privilege.
Kara knows that therapy can be a radical act in and of itself, and that therapy is political. In her free time, she enjoys subverting the patriarchy and eschewing capitalism as much as she can. She also enjoys dancing, embroidery, knitting, gardening, composting, and reading. Feel free to ask what is on her current TBR (To-Be-Read) list!
The path here
Nurse, educator, social worker, sex therapist.
Kara earned a B.S. in Health Psychology from MCPHS University, then a B.S. in Nursing from Regis College, and practiced as a registered nurse in family health for over 10 years. She taught sex education, earned her Master of Social Work from Simmons University, and completed a post-graduate certificate in Sex, Culture, and Society at the University of Amsterdam.
She has taught as an adjunct professor in a social work program, and her ten-year plan includes continuing her education “in both official and unofficial ways.” At home there are three cats, a dog, and a human family. In the past she has studied Kenpo, Muay Thai and several forms of dance.
The bookshelf
Her To-Be-Read list changes too fast to print. Ask her what’s on it.
Credentials
The paperwork.
- Licenses
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Massachusetts, #127587
Registered Nurse (RN), Massachusetts - Certification
- AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST)
- Education
- Master of Social Work, Simmons University
B.S. in Nursing, Regis College
B.S. in Health Psychology, MCPHS University
Post-graduate certificate in Sex, Culture, and Society, University of Amsterdam - Experience
- Over 10 years as a registered nurse in family health
Trained sex educator
Former adjunct professor in a social work program - Where I can practice
- Massachusetts only. Both licenses are issued by the Commonwealth and are in good standing.
What is the answer to life, the universe, and everything?
42. At least according to Douglas Adams in The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy!
Does Kara use AI in her practice?
No. Kara is vehemently opposed to generative AI and pledges not to use any AI tools in her practice. Read her pledge.
Can we be friends on social media?
If you encounter Kara on her personal social media accounts, please do not send a friend or connection request. To maintain boundaries and a positive therapeutic relationship, Kara will not connect socially with former or current clients.