Karissa Thomas, LMSW
Compassionate Michigan clinical social worker
- LGBT-affirming care
- Trauma and relationship work
- Stress and anxiety tools
About Karissa Thomas
Karissa Thomas, LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), is a clinical social worker based in Michigan who helps people navigate stressors and life transitions with practical compassion. With seven years of experience, she centers each interaction on listening and understanding, aiming to empower individuals to work through the issues that matter most to them.
Karissa brings an unrehearsed, non-judgmental, curious, and genuine presence to sessions, and she treats clients as the experts of their own experience. She balances straightforward feedback with empathy, and she values honesty, openness, and vulnerability as important parts of the therapeutic process. Her style allows space for both serious work and moments of shared levity as healing progresses.
She works with a wide range of concerns, including LGBT matters, relationships, trauma and abuse, eating issues, anxiety and depression, addictions, parenting and family difficulties, grief, and challenges related to ADHD and bipolar disorder. Karissa uses evidence-informed methods to support coping, communication, and self-understanding, and she collaborates with each person to identify goals and practical steps toward them.
Karissa brings an unrehearsed, non-judgmental, curious, and genuine presence to sessions, and she treats clients as the experts of their own experience. She balances straightforward feedback with empathy, and she values honesty, openness, and vulnerability as important parts of the therapeutic process. Her style allows space for both serious work and moments of shared levity as healing progresses.
She works with a wide range of concerns, including LGBT matters, relationships, trauma and abuse, eating issues, anxiety and depression, addictions, parenting and family difficulties, grief, and challenges related to ADHD and bipolar disorder. Karissa uses evidence-informed methods to support coping, communication, and self-understanding, and she collaborates with each person to identify goals and practical steps toward them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung 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 Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karissa Thomas have?
Karissa Thomas has 7 years of experience.
Is Karissa Thomas a licensed therapist?
Yes. Karissa holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details: MI LMSW 6801108127.
In which languages does Karissa Thomas provide therapy?
Karissa provides therapy in English.
Where is Karissa Thomas located?
Karissa is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Karissa Thomas as my therapist?
You can work with Karissa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karissa Thomas work with international clients?
Yes, Karissa works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karissa Thomas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrated approaches for effective online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed steps toward meaningful goals. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions because it focuses on building a life aligned with what matters most to the individual.Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships and how early connections shape current emotional responses and expectations. This approach can support healing around intimacy-related issues, relationship conflicts, abandonment, and attachment difficulties by improving understanding and relational skills.
Karissa works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches fit best, combining methods as needed to match a client's goals, preferences, and circumstances. Finding the right therapeutic mix is part of the process, and she partners with clients to adjust strategies over time based on what proves most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to connect with licensed professionals and therapists from convenient locations and on schedules that suit them, making ongoing care easier to maintain alongside everyday responsibilities.