Our Services
Friendship Matchmaking
Building genuine connections can feel challenging, especially in today’s world. We often face barriers like social anxiety or limited transportation, leaving us craving the deep, meaningful friendships we deserve.
During my time as a school counselor, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, I saw how vital connection was—and how much people needed help making it happen. That experience inspired me to create my Friendship Matchmaking Program, which I’ve since refined and updated to better serve people of all ages.
How It Works
I carefully match potential new friends based on:
•Age
•Identity (when requested, including LGBTQIA+, neurodivergence, religion, etc.)
•Shared interests
•Social tendencies (e.g., assertive/passive, in-person/virtual communication style)
•Views on friendship and what it means to them
•Need for and willingness to offer patience and emotional support
What’s Included
When you sign up, you’ll receive:
•Two thoughtfully matched potential friendships, curated by me, a licensed therapist.
•A folder of icebreakers and activities to help you connect and get to know each other.
•A facilitated introduction, with up to 30 minutes of conversational support in a group chat or video call to make your first meeting comfortable and enjoyable.
Pricing and Availability
•Program Fee: $50 (limited sliding-scale options available)
•Follow-Up Support: $10
Age ranges served:
10-14
15-19
20-30
30-40
40-50
50-60
60-70
70-80
Ready to Get Started?
I’m so excited to help you connect with new friends and create the connections you’ve been looking for. Let’s make it happen!
Click ‘Sign Up’ below!
Case Management
Our understanding of mental health and the mind-body connection is developing at a rapid rate, and social media has increased the general public’s awareness of these developments. On the whole, this is a very positive thing! However, for the layperson attempting to find mental health support, there is more information and misinformation to sift through now than ever before.
This is where the case management services offered by Karen Ackiss Counseling and Wellness are invaluable. I, Karen Ackiss Klepzig, am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with expertise in researching and facilitating appropriate primary and supplementary services for various mental health conditions experienced by teens and young adults. There are many services that work well in addition to- or instead of- individual talk therapy, and my experience and networking makes me uniquely qualified to offer recommendations of such services.
Due to my experience in both school counseling and school-based therapy, I have skill in creating and advocating for school mental health/behavioral plans, consulting with psychiatrists and psychologists, and fostering communication between various providers and parties involved in clients’ care. As a therapist specializing in neurodivergent clients, case management also includes addressing sensory needs by assisting the client in finding good-fit tools and supports from a variety of curated options.
Every case management client will begin work with me through an initial interview wherein client context, preferences, reported symptoms, and mental health history are assessed. I will also work with the client to explore their sensory needs. Following this interview, a list of recommended supports will be provided to the client or client’s guardian for their consideration. Their feedback will enable me to put in referrals to desired providers/services.
Cost of service: $300, payment plans available
The following are services that are available for an additional cost:
-Facilitated communication between providers and client/client’s guardian for a set period of time.
-School or work accommodation advocacy, including school meeting attendance or written recommendations.
Please note:
This is not a therapy service, or psychological testing. This is a consultation, advocacy, and facilitation service informed by clinical counseling experience.