Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

7 Endorsed

2018 Eastwood Road, 303, Wilmington, NC 28403

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I specialize in assisting individuals with honoring their most authentic selves as well as navigating some of life’s toughest transitions. As individuals, we are constantly going through transitions whether its welcomed or unwelcomed. Transitions can influence emotional distress and have you questioning your values in life. I can help clients with identifying important values, instilling boundaries, and honoring your most authentic self. I enjoy collaborative and client centered sessions where we both are active participants in the client’s overall wellbeing.

Trauma can dissolve our sense of identity and impair our capacity for emotional regulation. Trauma impacts so much more than our mind but our whole bodies. I utilize body scans in sessions to help clients become self-aware of how their body keeps the score. I teach my clients helpful skills that are often practiced inside and outside of sessions.

Whether we experience trauma or not, we are all shaped by our environments and the experiences that happen to us. I enjoy putting time into developing a strong therapeutic alliance and utilizing empathy. Empathy drives connection and creates a safe environment for my clients to come to session to do the hard work.

Call or Email Kara Tolman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (910) 541-8928

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Making Waves Counseling and Wellness

2018 Eastwood Road

303

Wilmington, NC 28403

(910) 541-8928

I am currently accepting clients!

I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Peer Relationships

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi, I would love to assist in navigating through this crazy thing called life & often use humor in sessions!

Let's Connect (910) 541-8928

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Making Waves Counseling and Wellness

2018 Eastwood Road

303

Wilmington, NC 28403

(910) 541-8928

I am currently accepting clients!

I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Peer Relationships

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi, I would love to assist in navigating through this crazy thing called life & often use humor in sessions!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Optum
TRICARE
Trustmark
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
VA Community Care Network (CCN)
Out of Network

Tricare Prime clients will need a referral from their PCP.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Tricare Prime clients will need a referral from their PCP.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C014666 Kara Tolman
In Practice for 6 Years
Membership with Marine Raider Foundation 2017
Degree/Diploma from University Of North Carolina Wilmington Bachelor's of Social Work / 2017
Attended Edinboro University, MSW, Graduated 2017

QPR Suicide Prevention, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

QPR Suicide Prevention, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships

Expertise

Body Positivity
Cancer
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Infertility
Military Spouse Support
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sports Performance
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Veteran Transitions
Veterans
Women's Issues

I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma related symptoms, debilitating anxiety and military related family issues.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma related symptoms, debilitating anxiety and military related family issues.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 541-8928

Kara Tolman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

7 Endorsements

Megan Best

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCAS, LCSW

Kara is a compassionate and skilled clinician who meets her clients where they are to co-create a safe space to engage healing. Her clients are fortunate to have her knowledge, support and encouragement as they navigate their journey!

Connor Keeter

Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC

Kara is a great therapist who shows empathy and compassion to all of her clients while also providing them with the tools they need to succeed!

Lauren Duffy

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

Kara is a compassionate and caring individual who provides exceptional care to her clients.

Rachel Hendricks

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MEd, LCSW

Kara is phenomenal at working with clients experiencing major life transitions and/or trying to live genuine, authentic lives. She embraces the Wilmington area and brings a passion to her work grounded in connecting the emotional experience with the physic...