Andrea Karpel, LCSW, LLC

03/23/2026

Narcissistic abuse is a profoundly harmful form of manipulation that can alter a person’s sense of self and leave the victim with post traumatic symptoms.
Based on the real-life story of Morgan Metzler, the new film “Gaslit by My Husband” powerfully sheds light on this often hidden abuse. Being educated is key and if you choose to watch this, do so with care, as it may bring up difficult emotions. You are not alone and many people become survivors of covert and overt narcissism. Seek some help and guidance from a professional.

03/17/2026

We need to start discussing how AI is impacting mental health. There have been reports of people harming themselves after talking with bots. One report was last year that involved a teenager dying by su***de after a bot gave him ideas to do so. Some people are more susceptible to harm themselves then others but there is a caution in using AI too much. There are so many dangers to using AI in replace of actually going to see a therapist and connecting with others. Moreover, AI is designed to replicate human action, not designed to have accuracy. The bots are not reliable sources of information. There are really good articles out there around this. Please stay informed and use AI with caution.

03/09/2026

What happens in a therapy session…

02/20/2026

Perception… interesting to think about and understand. But perception is subjective, filtered through our own beliefs, emotions, experiences, and biases. Instead of seeing objective reality, we interpret the world based on our internal,, personal lens. What do we do with this information and how do we know if our perceptions are skewed?

02/20/2026

12/16/2025

I feel so honored and privileged to do what I do. I love helping others move into a more satisfied life. I have been serving the Wellington area in my private practice for going into 11 years now. For me, my job does not feel like work. I enjoy it through and through and am so grateful for each and every one of my clients that have walked through my doors. Thank you for trusting me and for letting me guide you on your journey.

11/20/2025

I love this! Transformation takes time. Often, we can be inpatient with ourselves with the pace at which we see change. We live in a world of instant gratification and can sometimes expect that for ourselves. The truth is, real growth and change takes time, patience, consistency and perseverance. But it is worth the wait!

11/10/2025

EMDR is an evidence based treatment proven to effectively treat trauma. However, did you know it can also be used for other distressing life issues? This modality is considered rapid resolution to issues that may have kept you stuck for years. This is one of my favorite modalities to use with my clients. Watching them heal from what holds them back is the best job on the planet!

11/05/2025

Reflection. The process of therapy essentially is about self reflection- examining one’s experiences to become more aware of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, patterns, etc. What is the benefit of this? I’m sure you can imagine, a lot! It deepens our sense of self, improves connection with others, expands our development and growth as a person. And how about understanding other people’s behaviors towards us? One of the greatest realizations I’ve heard and understood is how someone treats us is a direct reflection of their capacity versus a reflection of our worth. This realization keeps our self esteem in check and keeps us from taking the blame when someone treats us poorly.

10/31/2025

If you celebrate, Happy Halloween from Olive and I! As for us, we love this holiday and dress up each year. It’s a chance to be silly, have fun and honor your inner child! 🎃👻

10/20/2025

There is such beauty in silence and in nature. I look at this photo and am instantly filled with peace and serenity. Often times we can get wrapped up in the noise of life: work obligations, family life, traffic, politics, our own pains, etc. It can become overwhelming to try and keep up with everyone and everything. How often do we seek assurance by talking? How often do you take the time to get assurance through listening? Quiet and alone time is sacred and often times, the answers to what we are seeking lie in the quiet. There are many people who are reluctant to be alone or to not have distractions. Why? Quite simple….fears. There’s a lot of fear that can be associated with what comes up during these times. I know that through the silence and alone time, real, true healing occurs. We don’t have to be so afraid of it- lots of growth and opportunity is on the other side.

07/31/2025

Tell me how you interpret this quote.. 👇💭