Karin Johnson

Calm, practical guidance for real life

LMSW Michigan

Experience: 21 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Karin

Karin Johnson is a licensed master social worker with more than two decades of clinical experience, based in Michigan. She completed her undergraduate social work degree at Arizona State University and earned an MSW from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Background and approach

Over the course of 21 years she has worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups, drawing on a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet each person where they are. Her style is warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental, and she describes her sessions as relaxed and interactive.

Karin emphasizes practical goal-setting and skill building, using methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care to help clients change thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. She also incorporates strength-based and solution-focused strategies along with psychoeducation and resources so clients can continue progress between sessions.

Karin aims to highlight each person's strengths while addressing issues like anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma, addiction, sleep disturbances, parenting challenges, and career-related stress. She offers support in developing communication skills, healthy boundaries, and coping strategies to navigate life transitions and achieve meaningful goals.

How Karin’s approaches translate to online therapy

Karin commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. ACT emphasizes values-driven action and psychological flexibility, helping clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings while making committed steps toward what matters most.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Karin will work with each client to explore which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as treatment progresses so clients feel involved in shaping their care.

Online sessions include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy weeks, while allowing for practical skill-building, check-ins, and assignment review between live sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Karin help with?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, sleep problems, parenting and career concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The approach is warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental with relaxed, interactive sessions that emphasize practical goal-setting and skill development.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 21 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups across a variety of presenting problems.

What credentials and location information apply?

Karin holds an LMSW and practices from Michigan; her credential is listed as MI LMSW 6801064386.

Does she work with nonlocal or international clients?

Yes, she accepts international clients and provides services in English.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Addictions Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame ImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English