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Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas, Psychologist

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Carissa. View 30 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-Thomas is very respectful and empathetic. I enjoy the exercises she provides to help manage emotions and she's is very knowledgeable in many fields of psychology.

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is very knowledgable and patient.

Reviewed May 2021

More about Carissa

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • Psychologist, LCSW

I hold a Doctorate and Masters in Clinical Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master’s and Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have provided individual, couples, and family therapy for more than twenty years. I am trained as a cognitive behavioral therapist but my approach is eclectic, person-centered and trauma-informed. I work with the individual where they are and together we explore and develop plans to overcome the challenges they are facing.

I have worked with clients in various settings and helped them address depression, anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I can also help you navigate intimate relationship difficulties, family issues, life transitions, grief and loss.

Starting therapy can be stressful in itself but I can help ease that stress as I provide a safe, judgement free environment and provide compassion and understanding that allows you to speak freely about your thoughts and feelings. I believe a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship is the most important part of creating lasting change. We will work together to address your concerns, overcome barriers, and identify your strengths to help you achieve your goals. I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669533444.

  • Psychologist · New Jersey · 35SI00552800 · Expires June 2025
  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW014630 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

30 reviews

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Dr. Carissa Ferguson-Thomas is very respectful and empathetic. I enjoy the exercises she provides to help manage emotions and she's is very knowledgeable in many fields of psychology.

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is very knowledgable and patient.

Reviewed May 2021

Dr Ferguson Thomas has been ber helpful

Reviewed April 2021

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is great. Easy to talk to, I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed March 2021

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is a very good listener, with excellent communication of her advice. She is an active interpreter for us when it comes to understanding what our struggles are and gives immediately effective methods to address different challenges. Overall she provides a very helpful, calming, and light-hearted setting over our virtual calls for us to express ourselves. I would recommend anyone with struggles in their relationship or with themselves to seek her expertise and guidance.

Reviewed February 2021

I feel that Dr. Frguson-Thomas truly cares about me and my situation. She is dedicated to listening to me and helping me grow. To this point, she does not rush me off a call if she does not have another client waiting, which is something I acknowledge and appreciate greatly. She is very flexible to my schedule which is something else that I appreciate. Dr. Ferguson-Thomas listens to me, supports me and will always ask important questions even if I may not like to hear them. I am very happy with Dr. Ferguson-Thomas. I often look forward to our sessions and am disappointed when they end.

Reviewed November 2020

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is always so kind and understanding and has helped me immensely in working through some things. I always appreciated how she was quick to respond and have our sessions through text since talking in person can make me more anxious and less likely to share. Dr. Carissa is an excellent therapist and anyone would be lucky to work with her.

Reviewed November 2020

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas has been wonderful so far. She is very relatable and makes you feel like you've been friends forever! I'm so thankful to have met her and grateful she is my therapist.

Reviewed November 2020

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is a very calming, clear, and experienced therapist. She always listens first, asks the right questions without being intrusive, and follows up with constructive suggestions that can be applied right away. She makes the sessions something to look forward to, and we always feel better right after as well as in the days to follow as we follow her suggestions. Overall, she has been a critical contributor to the improvement of our marriage.

Reviewed November 2020

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is an extremely proficient and respectful counselor. I love working with her as she creates a comfortable and open environment to work within. She has always been timely and respectful, addressing each issue and helping me work through each one. Her background and expertise shows in our sessions and I couldn’t recommend her more!! She’s been absolutely amazing.

Reviewed September 2020

I met with Dr. Ferguson-Thomas at a very critical and delicate point of my life. Her knowledge, experienced views and analytical capacities helped me a lot to see things clearer from different perspectives. I really appreciate her influence and presence in my life. I wish Dr Ferguson a very healthy, happy and prosperous life ahead ! I pray that, she can enlighten many more lives with good thoughts and spirit!

Reviewed August 2020

I feel very comfortable with her. She is very friendly and approachable. She makes different connections to subjects I speak about that help me put things into perspective.

Reviewed May 2020

Dr Ferguson is easy to talk to, approachable, friendly and always professional. It’s good to know that I can open up and be myself without any judgement. She is caring and always flexible when it comes to scheduling my sessions.

Reviewed May 2020

It’s only been a few visits, so I’ll update this again in a while but she really is wonderful. It’s been so easy for me to open up to her, where I’ve had struggles open up to others in the past. She makes me feel understood and heard, with no judgement at all. So far, she’s given me some great advise and hard but helpful exercises to work on. I’m actually excited about therapy for once! She’s also very flexible with her schedule and you can tell she really cares a lot with her willingness to make openings for you.

Reviewed May 2020

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is a fantastic listener and gives thoughtful advice when needed. She was very helpful in navigating through the chaotic mental state I was in. She went over and beyond in meeting my needs and comforted me. I am currently healthy and back on track with my life, and I wouldn't be here without Dr. Ferguson's guidance.

Reviewed February 2020

I had a difficult time prior to my experience with Dr. Ferguson Thomas. But she has been so kind respectful and open to me and my problems. She listens to what I have to say and writing it out really has helped me a lot

Reviewed January 2020

I've been working with Carissa for a few months now and it's my first time ever in therapy of any kind. She's been attentive and understanding of my issues. She listens and gives feedback, she's also great at challenging me to look outside of what I feel like I know. She's amazing!

Reviewed December 2019

I have only had 2 sessions so far. I’m very pleased with Dr Carissa.

Reviewed November 2019

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas helped me through a really hard time in my life and gave me really good feedback. I'm very grateful to her.

Reviewed November 2019

Even after just one session with Dr. Ferguson-Thomas, I felt a sense of relief and less stress. It's great knowing I have someone that can support me as I navigate a transition in my life.

Reviewed September 2019

I am glad that the first therapist I got was Dr. Ferguson. She some how keeps the fact about me straight and it makes me feel listened too.

Reviewed September 2019

I came in feeling down and need to talk to someone about my pains and struggles, but Dr. Ferguson-Thomas has made my first experience an amazing one so far.

Reviewed September 2019

Carissa is a great listener and one who helps you see a bigger picture by way of empathy and knowledge. First time doing therapy and it’s helped immensely.

Reviewed July 2019

She was relatable and really easy to talk to.

Reviewed June 2019

I think that Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is a great counselor. I was nervous to try this app and I definitely feel confident in her. She is easy to talk to and offers great suggestions and tips.

Reviewed April 2019

I've only been working with Dr. Ferguson for a short period of time but she has already given me helpful coping strategies to help me deal with my stress. I feel very positive about my experience with Dr. Ferguson and would recommend a family or friend to work with her.

Reviewed April 2019

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas helped me to get through the depths of my grief with sensitivity and helpful advice.

Reviewed March 2019

Dr. Ferguson is a caring and honest counselor. She is easy to talk to and has a relaxing demeanor.

Reviewed March 2019

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas is an experienced professional who listens exceptionally well and provides great advice from a logical, well-balanced point of view. I feel very lucky to have her as my therapist.

Reviewed February 2019

Dr. Ferguson-Thomas has been very supportive, encouraging, and non-judgmental. She has been helpful in understanding my goals, responding in a caring way, sending pertinent resources, and making plans to reach my goals.

Reviewed February 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas speak?

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas have?

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas has 22 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas licensed to practice?

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas is licensed to practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Does Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas offer?

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas?

Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Carissa Ferguson-thomas?

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