Karen Tantillo, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Karen
- 21 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I have been in clinical practice for 25 years working effectively with couples, individuals and relationship issues. I have a warm and relational style and provide safe and experienced guidance using evidence and measurement-based treatment approaches that are trauma-informed and experientially emotion-focused, including certification in AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and EFCT (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy).
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Couples [The Gottman Method]
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Karen Tantillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336470780.
- LCSW · New York · 40257 · Renews August 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Tantillo offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Tantillo works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karen Tantillo speak?
Karen Tantillo speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Tantillo have?
Karen Tantillo has 21 years of experience.
Where is Karen Tantillo licensed to practice?
Karen Tantillo is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Karen Tantillo accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen Tantillo does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen Tantillo offer?
Karen Tantillo offers clients Gottman Method, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen Tantillo?
Karen Tantillo can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karen Tantillo?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.