Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson, LCSW, CSW
Holistic psychotherapist for healing and growth
- Trauma and addiction
- Attachment-focused care
- 30 years experience
About Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson
Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson is a seasoned holistic psychotherapist with more than three decades of clinical experience supporting people through addiction, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. Born in India and having lived in multiple Canadian cities before settling in the United States, she brings a cross-cultural perspective that informs sensitive, respectful care for each person she meets.
Her work integrates psychological training with contemplative practices, and she often incorporates body-centered tools such as breathwork, movement, guided meditation, journaling, and mindfulness to help regulate the nervous system and restore emotional balance. Those practices are woven into an approach that centers connection, self-understanding, and practical coping skills.
Kristjanson combines evidence-informed therapies with a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to help clients address issues like addiction, post-traumatic stress, panic, loneliness, and difficulties with attachment and relationships. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW denoting a clinical social work credential - and draws on these qualifications to provide skilled clinical assessment and treatment planning.
Her aim is to tailor a therapeutic path that honors each person’s values and goals, supporting renewed meaning, healthier relationships, and greater resilience over time.
Her work integrates psychological training with contemplative practices, and she often incorporates body-centered tools such as breathwork, movement, guided meditation, journaling, and mindfulness to help regulate the nervous system and restore emotional balance. Those practices are woven into an approach that centers connection, self-understanding, and practical coping skills.
Kristjanson combines evidence-informed therapies with a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to help clients address issues like addiction, post-traumatic stress, panic, loneliness, and difficulties with attachment and relationships. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW denoting a clinical social work credential - and draws on these qualifications to provide skilled clinical assessment and treatment planning.
Her aim is to tailor a therapeutic path that honors each person’s values and goals, supporting renewed meaning, healthier relationships, and greater resilience over time.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace 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) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson have?
Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson has 30 years of experience.
Is Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LCSW, CSW. License details: GA LCSW CSW002492.
In which languages does Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson located?
She is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson as my therapist?
You can work with Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson work with international clients?
Yes, Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Remmawii (Karuna) Kristjanson 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take steps aligned with their values. It is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions where a renewed sense of purpose is needed.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating formed in early connections and how those patterns affect current relationships. It supports healing around abandonment, intimacy struggles, and communication problems by strengthening emotional connection and safety in relationships.
The therapist approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the best fit is part of the process. She works with each person to blend techniques and priorities based on their needs, goals, and preferences so that therapy feels relevant and workable.
Online sessions - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care from a distance. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow continuity during life changes, and enable therapists and licensed professionals to use the same therapeutic tools in ways that fit a person’s daily routine.
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