Meet Karen Durst, Board Certified Mental Health Coach
Karen Durst is a Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach serving Lake Worth Beach, FL, with telehealth available where services are offered. Drawing from her background as an educator and longtime follower of Jesus, Karen helps adults move beyond feeling stuck and take meaningful steps forward.
From Knowing to Doing
Karen’s approach to coaching grew from a personal realization: knowing what to do and actually doing it are not always the same thing.
For years, she believed that learning more—reading another book, listening to another sermon, or finding more information—would naturally lead to change. Instead, she discovered that even when you know the right things, you can still feel stuck. This realization shaped her coaching philosophy and led to The Flourishing Compass, the framework she uses to guide clients through intentional, faith-centered growth and help them move from knowing to doing.
That experience shaped her coaching philosophy.
Today, Karen helps clients bridge the gap between insight and action. Her goal is to provide an encouraging space where you can identify what may be holding you back, recognize your strengths, and develop practical steps toward meaningful change.
Compassionate, Client-Centered Coaching
Karen understands that every person comes to coaching with different experiences, challenges, and goals. Her approach is personalized rather than one-size-fits-all. Sessions may help you gain clarity, strengthen emotional resilience, improve confidence, develop healthier coping skills, and become more intentional about the changes you want to make.
Current Events
Emotional wellness and resilience
Women’s issues
Confidence and self-esteem
Stress and burnout
Spiritual and faith struggles
Codependency
Healthy coping skills
Life transitions and personal growth
What Clients Are Saying
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"Karen walked with me through my healing journey—through grief, and most of all, through my addiction: codependency. I never thought of myself as someone who struggled with codependency, but it turned out I did. Karen gently and lovingly supported me without judgment or shame. She listened, asked thoughtful questions, and gave me the space to feel my feelings—even in the uncomfortable places. Because of her guidance, I have grown closer to God, formed my own convictions, and
begun healing from many of my childhood wounds. I’ve forgiven those who hurt me, and I’ve made peace with myself. What I believe Karen does so well is helping people move from head knowledge to true wisdom, rooted in God’s Word. I highly recommend Karen—you will be blessed!"
"I have a hard time putting into words how much Karen has helped me during some of the most emotionally painful and difficult times in my life. She has been incredibly patient with me and has helped me gently navigate the deep waters of my heart. There were many moments when I wanted to give up and stop talking about my past, but Karen always encouraged me kindly and compassionately to keep going. I truly don’t think I would have been able to work through so many layers of healing without her wisdom, kindness, and steady support.
I often say “I’m healed” because I want to believe it, but I’ve come to understand that healing is a journey. There have been times I’ve returned to Karen for guidance, and she always makes the time to listen and offer simple, thoughtful ways to help me move through my struggles. If you’re considering working with Karen, I highly recommend making the time. Taking
that step could be the beginning of your own healing journey."
Christian, Faith-Based Coaching
As a longtime follower of Jesus, Karen understands that faith can be both a source of strength and an area where people experience questions or struggles.
Karen’s coaching approach is grounded in her Christian faith and relationship with Jesus. She incorporates biblical principles and Christian perspective throughout the coaching process, helping clients navigate personal growth, life challenges, emotional wellness, and spiritual struggles through a faith-centered approach.
Professional Support, In Person or Online
Karen is a Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach and is verified as a Mental Health Coach by Christian Care Connect.
She offers individual in-person coaching in Lake Worth Beach, Florida, along with telehealth sessions for clients in other areas where services are available.
Karen is currently accepting new clients and referrals.
Ready to Move Forward?
You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Sometimes progress begins by having the right support to turn what you already know into purposeful action. If you are ready to build resilience, strengthen your emotional well-being, and take your next step with greater confidence, connect with Karen Durst Coaching.