- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- ACT and CBT methods
- Trauma and stress
About Karissa
Karissa Thomas is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with seven years of clinical experience. She focuses on a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, addiction, grief, stress, and parenting challenges. Karissa also works with people facing ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, career stress, and compassion fatigue.
Her style is direct and practical. She listens closely and asks curious, nonjudgmental questions. Sessions are conversational and focused on what is happening in a person’s life now. Karissa treats her clients as the experts on their own experience and helps them name what’s hard to say.
Karissa draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to look at attachment and emotional patterns that keep recurring. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people build skills for coping and decision making. Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches guide how she prioritizes relationships and personal values in session.
In practice, she is straightforward and often brings a sense of humor when appropriate. Conversations can include problem-solving, skills practice, and reflection on emotions and patterns. Karissa aims to make sessions feel clear and useful rather than overly technical.
People who reach out should expect practical talk about the issues they name, and step-by-step work toward clearer goals. She accepts international clients and offers services in English. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Karissa uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people notice and name core emotions and attachment patterns that influence how they relate to others. EFT can be useful when recurring emotional reactions and relationship themes feel hard to change.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on clarifying values and taking action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify thinking and behavior patterns and to practice practical skills for managing mood and anxiety.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Karissa will collaborate with each person to pick strategies that fit their goals and preferences. Together they decide whether to emphasize exploring emotions, learning behavioral skills, or working on values-based action.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can tailor pacing and tools to suit schedule and communication style, helping therapy fit into everyday life without forcing a particular format.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating issues, grief, stress, and intimacy-related problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and direct with curious, nonjudgmental listening. Sessions mix conversation, skills practice, and close attention to emotional patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience as a clinician working with people across many presenting concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and is based in Michigan.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
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