Karin Johnson, LMSW
LMSW guiding practical growth and healing
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family help
- Trauma informed care
About Karin Johnson
Karin Johnson frames change as a decision - a willingness to move away from where someone currently is and toward a different future. She welcomes visitors to her page and acknowledges that reaching out for help can feel difficult yet is an important first step.
Karin earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Arizona State University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and has experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups across the age spectrum.
Her therapeutic manner is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental, with a relaxed and interactive counseling style designed to help people feel comfortable during the work. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while partnering with clients to address their concerns.
Karin blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, strength-based and solution-focused strategies, trauma-informed care, psychoeducation, and mindfulness practices to tailor interventions to each person. She looks for strengths and positives to build on, while helping clients work through personal difficulties and set practical goals that support changes in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Clients can expect assistance in developing skills such as clearer communication, healthier boundaries, and stronger relationships. Karin provides resources and worksheets when helpful so progress can continue between sessions. For those ready to begin addressing what is holding them back, she offers an engaged, skillful, and compassionate approach to building healthy coping strategies.
Karin earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Arizona State University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and has experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups across the age spectrum.
Her therapeutic manner is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental, with a relaxed and interactive counseling style designed to help people feel comfortable during the work. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while partnering with clients to address their concerns.
Karin blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, strength-based and solution-focused strategies, trauma-informed care, psychoeducation, and mindfulness practices to tailor interventions to each person. She looks for strengths and positives to build on, while helping clients work through personal difficulties and set practical goals that support changes in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Clients can expect assistance in developing skills such as clearer communication, healthier boundaries, and stronger relationships. Karin provides resources and worksheets when helpful so progress can continue between sessions. For those ready to begin addressing what is holding them back, she offers an engaged, skillful, and compassionate approach to building healthy coping strategies.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
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 shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic 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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karin Johnson have?
Karin Johnson has 21 years of experience.
Is Karin Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMSW. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details: MI LMSW 6801064386.
In which languages does Karin Johnson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Karin Johnson located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Karin Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Karin Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karin Johnson work with international clients?
Yes, Karin Johnson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karin Johnson 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 with therapy 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.
Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - many find that working with a therapist remotely can be an effective way to get support.One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with licensed professionals in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into a busy schedule or to access care from a preferred location.
Licensed professionals offer a variety of therapeutic approaches and clients may switch therapists if they need a different fit. For those balancing work, family, or other commitments, remote therapy can make consistent progress more accessible while still focusing on practical skills, coping strategies, and emotional growth.