Kara Kochan, LMSW, LGSW

Kara specializes in supporting women navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and life’s transitions. Whether someone is finding their footing in adulthood, facing a health challenge, or adjusting to motherhood, she offers a warm, supportive space to feel heard, understand their experiences, and take manageable steps forward.

She has a special interest in pregnancy & postpartum mental health and the changes in identity, relationships, and daily life that can accompany becoming a parent. Kara also supports young women building self-esteem, navigating relationships, and managing the pressures of school, work, and growing independence. Her approach is collaborative and practical, helping clients build on their strengths and develop realistic strategies that fit their lives.

Kara’s experience in hospitals, medical settings, and reproductive health clinics informs her understanding of the connection between emotional well-being and physical health. She has supported people navigating chronic health conditions, medical treatment, reproductive health concerns, weight management, and sustainable behavior change. She considers how stress, habits, health, and everyday demands interact, while keeping each client’s priorities at the center of the work.

Kara earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland and her bachelor’s degree in public communication from American University. She is a Certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and has completed additional coursework through the School of Applied Functional Medicine.