Karissa Thomas
Practical, compassionate support for real-life challenges
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About
Karissa Thomas is a Clinical Social Worker based in Michigan who aims to help people feel heard and understood while supporting them to address whatever struggle or stressor they are facing. She works to empower individuals to take practical steps toward progress while honoring each person’s unique perspective and needs.
She approaches therapy with curiosity, genuineness and a non-judgmental attitude, balancing straightforward guidance with compassion. Karissa is comfortable bringing warmth and even laughter into the work when appropriate, helping to create a human and grounded therapeutic experience.
Karissa holds a Michigan master-level social work license and has seven years of experience in clinical practice. She holds the belief that individuals are the experts of their own experience, and she values honesty, openness and willingness to be vulnerable as important parts of the therapeutic process.
- Location:
- Michigan, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Eating, LGBT, Relationship, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Antisocial personality, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Dependent personality, Depression, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Stress, Anxiety, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Veterans, Visually impaired, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MI LMSW 6801108127
- NPI Number: 1003345380
- License: LMSW (Michigan) #6801108127 exp 2027-09-24
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether virtual therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
One of the primary advantages is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine.
All therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the ability to switch providers if they would like a different therapeutic fit. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible and effective route to working through everyday challenges and longer-term concerns.
How much experience does Karissa Thomas have?
Karissa Thomas has seven years of experience providing therapy services.
Is Karissa Thomas a licensed therapist?
Yes, Karissa Thomas is a licensed therapist in Michigan.
In which languages does Karissa Thomas provide therapy?
Karissa Thomas provides therapy in English.
Where is Karissa Thomas located?
Karissa Thomas is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Karissa Thomas as my therapist?
Sessions with Karissa Thomas are available by Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
Does Karissa Thomas work with international clients?
Karissa Thomas does work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karissa Thomas cost?
The cost of therapy with Karissa Thomas can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and her availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Karissa Thomas. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.