- Direct and compassionate
- Skill focused
- Collaborative care
About Karissa
Karissa Thomas is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) in Michigan who helps people facing sleep problems and related concerns. She aims to make each person feel heard and understood. Karissa brings a curious, nonjudgmental presence and a straightforward, practical style to sessions.
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She treats the client as the expert on their life and focuses on workable steps that fit daily routines. Karissa balances compassion with clear direction and is comfortable using humor when it fits the moment.
Karissa draws from several evidence-informed approaches to shape sessions. She uses techniques that help people change unhelpful thinking, build coping skills, and strengthen important relationships. Emotion work and attention to attachment patterns also guide her work when past hurts affect current functioning.
She has seven years of experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns. These include anxiety, depression, sleep and rest issues, trauma, addictions, grief, and challenges around identity and intimacy. She also supports people facing parenting strain, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and job or career transitions.
Sessions are practical and focused on goals you set together. Expect straightforward talk, skill-building, and compassionate feedback aimed at helping you get better sleep and handle day-to-day stressors. To begin, follow the site steps to match and schedule an initial appointment.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small steps toward those values even when uncomfortable feelings show up. It can help people who struggle with anxiety, sleep disturbance, or repeated unhelpful behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change patterns that keep problems going; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep-related habits. Attachment-Based Therapy helps people notice how early relationship patterns show up now and supports building healthier ways of connecting with others and regulating emotions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Karissa will collaborate with each person to choose or combine methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. That choice may shift over time based on what is or is not helpful.
Online therapy can make it simpler to fit sessions into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It also allows a therapist to coach concrete strategies you can try between meetings and then review together. Confirm the specific session formats offered before booking so you know how appointments will be conducted. Many people find that working with a licensed professional online makes it easier to practice sleep strategies and coping skills in the settings where they live.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Karissa help with?
She supports people dealing with sleep and rest problems plus anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, and related life stresses.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical, straightforward, and compassionate. Sessions emphasize listening first, then working together on usable skills and steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as a clinical social worker offering psychotherapy and coaching-style support.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices from Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for scheduling and follow-up.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.