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Karey Thompson, LISW

Ohio LISW focused on relationships and stress
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Relationship and family support
  • Attachment-based approaches

About Karey Thompson

Karey Thompson is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio with 16 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships, navigate family challenges, build self-esteem, and cope with life transitions. Her approach centers on meeting each person where they are and shaping care around their individual goals.

Karey addresses a wide range of concerns including abandonment and attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, first responder issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, hospice and end-of-life counseling, isolation and loneliness, and jealousy. She brings a broad set of therapeutic tools to these areas and tailors interventions to fit the needs of each person she works with.

She integrates several clinical approaches into her work, drawing from attachment-based therapy, client-centered therapy, existential therapy, mindfulness therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, somatic therapy, and trauma-focused therapy. Therapy is offered in English. Karey approaches clients with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion, and collaborates to develop treatment plans aligned with each person’s goals. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karey Thompson have?

Karey Thompson has 16 years of professional experience.

Is Karey Thompson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details: OH LISW I.1000199-SUPV.

In which languages does Karey Thompson provide therapy?

Karey Thompson provides therapy in English.

Where is Karey Thompson located?

Karey Thompson is based in Ohio.

How can I work with Karey Thompson as my therapist?

Work with Karey Thompson is conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Karey Thompson work with international clients?

Karey Thompson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karey Thompson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, interested individuals should click the "Start Therapy" button on the page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could virtual therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care for most people.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety makes it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals use these remote formats to deliver many of the same therapeutic approaches available in person, and people may switch therapists if they want a different fit. For those weighing whether online therapy is suitable, it can offer a practical, accessible path to professional support while allowing for continuity of care from qualified therapists.

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