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Karin Johnson, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Karin 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 Karin. View 90 reviews
Great news, Karin is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

Karin is very kind and easy to talk to. She always makes sure she understands exactly what I'm trying to convey and I truly feel like she cares when I speak with her.

Feb 2024

Best Therapist A++++

Jan 2024

More about Karin

  • 19 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

*The first step to getting anywhere, is deciding you’re no longer willing to stay where you are! *

Hi and welcome! My name is Karin Johnson and I want to thank you for visiting my page. Reaching out for help is always a challenging, but important step, and I am glad you've taken that step!

First, let me introduce myself to you... I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Arizona State University and received my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups of all age ranges. My style is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental. I want you to feel comfortable working with me. My counseling style is relaxed and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, strength-based modalities, solution-focused counseling, psychoeducation, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness practices. I look to highlight a person’s strengths and their positives in their lives, and to work through personal difficulties and together, overcome life’s challenges to reach your goals. My role is to assist you in developing the needed skills and confidence to live your life to the fullest. Some of these skills may include improving communication, understanding healthy boundaries, and developing good relationships. I like to set practical goals with you, to help make changes in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that solve problems. I will provide resources and worksheets as needed, so you can continue to focus on your growth outside of messaging or our live sessions. If you want support to start addressing the issues that are holding you back and causing you discomfort, then I would really like to start working with you.

I have the warmth, insight, and skills so together we can help you build healthy coping strategies.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Bipolar disorder Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Blended Family Issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality Disorders Phobias Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Karin Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598391609.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801064386 · Expires July 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Karin Johnson

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

Overall rating:

5.0

90 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Recommend Amazing Helped Listens Wonderful Great listener Easy Support

Karin is very kind and easy to talk to. She always makes sure she understands exactly what I'm trying to convey and I truly feel like she cares when I speak with her.

Feb 2024

Best Therapist A++++

Jan 2024

Karin is always so supportive and validating and helps me make sense of what goes on in my head. She helps me to identify unhealthy thinking patterns or unhealthy behaviors in my relationships. I feel like the style of therapy she does with me would be considered "person-centered", meaning I kind of lead where the conversation goes. She is always very present and engaged with what I say. I always feel better after each session with her, and that, I think, is the most important sign that your therapist is making a positive difference.

Nov 2023

I have been having therapy with Karin on and off for over 2 years now following my divorce. Karin's helped me to move forwards from the past, deal with family issues as well as navigate new dating. I have found her support invaluable .

Oct 2023

Karin is very warm and she gives space to talk. She is also very comforting which makes her extremely easy to talk to.

Sep 2023

best therapist. always available, great resources and support!!

Aug 2023

A thoughtful and caring person. I really enjoy working with her.

Jun 2023

Karin always listens and helps me to address the things I find difficult. She is positive , professional and I find her sessions really helpful

Jun 2023

I have been a BetterHelp client for a year, on and off. And, with Karin the whole time. Karin is warm, empathetic and caring. She enables me to get to the root of my issues, so I can do the work to resolve them. I highly endorse her!

Jun 2023

Love my therapist. She's great.

May 2023

Karin is awesome, kinda like a second mum that I can actually talk to. I feel that I can bring up anything with her and she would be balanced and understanding.

May 2023

Karin is so thoughtful and the best listener I have ever worked with. She is resourceful and truly cares. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs to talk through a stressful event and come out stronger on the other side

May 2023

Great listener

Apr 2023

Karen has been professional and given me the insight and structure I needed

Feb 2023

Karin has provided amazing support and guidance over the past 3 years. Her expertise spans a wide array of subjects and her compassionate nature is calming and comforting. I’ve never seen her face as we only talk on the phone but I feel very connected to her which I think says a lot.

Apr 2023

Karin is simply amazing. A great listener and makes you feel comfortable to talk and be open. She has been very helpful through all my ups and downs, and providing various tools to handle situations. I highly recommend her.

Apr 2023

Karin is amazing!

Feb 2023

It’s just been a few short weeks but I’ve enjoyed my sessions with Karin and I find her helpful during the session but also with the communication outside of sessions and information she passes along is very helpful

Feb 2023

Karen understands me and my actions and gives me the systems to improve myself I highly appreciate her work!

Jan 2023

Compassionate and understanding. Highly recommend Karin.

Jan 2023

competent, professional, friendly,

Nov 2022

Karin is a kind and understanding individual. She listens to me and has given me the tools to help pull myself back together during a difficult time in my life. I highly recommend her services to anyone in need.

Nov 2022

Karin has been really good at listening to my concerns and understands my worries. I am funding my therapy with her really valuable.

Nov 2022

Karin is the sweetest most caring and understanding therapist I've ever talked to. And I've talked to a lot!

Oct 2022

Karen is amazing

Sep 2022

Karin is a great listener and she also helps make things not seem quite so bad. I’m lucky I got matched with her

Sep 2022

Karin listens and understands my issues very well, I find her support invaluable and thank her for the help she has been providing me

Sep 2022

She went the extra mile last week and we had an extra long session! She also posts helpful information weekly, that may or may not apply to her clients but I think that is an extra as well. Last post was excellent.

Aug 2022

Karin is a great therapist. She is easy to talk to and go through issues. She is accommodating as needed occassionally. She is always offering great ideas or suggestions. Amazing listener.

A.L.·Jul 2022

Karin was perfectly matched for me! Prompt, professional, easy to communicate. She has helped me through some dark times, and throughout many joyful moments. Highly recommend !

H.E.·Jul 2022

Great therapist!! Karin has helped me so much. She’s always there for me and makes me feel safer and at ease.

R.A.·Jun 2022

Love her

A.D.·Jun 2022

Karin, she is so amazing, a life saver for me. She really listens without judgement, ever. Karin never hesitates to assist with tools I can use to better myself and if she doesn’t have the tools she will find them. I was totally afraid of therapy not that long ago, so grateful to the Betterhelp team and Karin!! I reached out to Betterhelp on the Sunday after Christmas, Karin reached out that same night! Wow, that told me a lot as I have reached out to other online therapy groups with no response. I would completely recommend Karin and Betterhelp 100 percent.

P.A.·May 2022

Amazing

K.H.·May 2022

Karin Johnson is a wonderful therapist. She is a great listener filled with great advice and useful tools for managing stress and anxiety.

R.Y.·Apr 2022

Great therapist!

J.U.·Apr 2022

Karin has been so helpful! I never could have dreamt that therapy can be so easy and encouraging. Coming from a family that used to feel negatively towards admitting the necessity of taking care of one’s mental health, Karin made therapy feel like self-care. :)

R.I.·Apr 2022

Karin has been there through the darkest and brightest times in my life. She is a gem. Thank you!

H.E.·Apr 2022

Karin is very supportive and a great listener.

G.E.·Mar 2022

Karin is absolutely amazing and vital for my mental health and healing journey.

R.E.·Mar 2022

I love her! She helps me a lot

R.A.·Feb 2022

Karin Johnson is a wonderful therapist. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable but she is also open to learn about concepts, and processes she isn't familiar with. For example, I talk to her about the stresses of creating a comic book on your own. She may not be familiar with the struggles herself but she listens and shows true interest in the process in order to provide helpful insights on ways to work through and manage my stress.

S.C.·Feb 2022

I think Karin is absolutely wonderful. And even though this is via Zoom I can still tell that she is actively listening and cares. I would recommend her to anyone friend or family member. I look forward to working with Karin and working on my mental health.

J.E.·Feb 2022

Karin is an excellent and professional therapist who is really helping me through some changes in my life.

S.A.·Jan 2022

Oh Karin, so grateful for you! Honest, gentle, great listener. Gives gentle reminders of what's best for me. I can't thank you enough!!

P.A.·Jan 2022

For years I avoided getting back into therapy after a bad experience with a previous attempt. Within my first session with Karin I knew she was going to change my entire perspective on therapy in the most wholesome way. She is so kind, compassionate, encouraging, and patient. I used to dread weekly therapy in the past but now I cannot wait to reconnect with Karin each week. I could honestly go on for days about how thankful I am that BetterHelp matched me with her. She’s made such an impact on my life in such a short time. Forever grateful. ♥️

J.E.·Jan 2022

Karin was very helpful. I was happily surprised by how quickly she understood my complex situation, but also didn’t put me into a box and just generalize what I was dealing with. Karin truly listened to me and provided tactile guidance on how to better manage my situation. I highly recommend working with Karin.

L.I.·Dec 2021

Karin is a great listener and I feel very comfortable talking to her about various issues. She's very helpful, she works together with me to come up with different solutions to help me with whatever I am having troubles with or coping with my anxieties.

A.L.·Dec 2021

I have been to a number of therapists over the years and viewed it as a joke and junk science before I found Karin. O_M_G!!! Karin has helped me more than I can put into words. In this short time, she has helped me look at everything through a whole new lens! Issues that once felt impossible to overcome are now barely speed bumps! Before meeting Karin, I would never believed counseling would be effective, based on past experiences. Karin has changed my life. I am a different person and happier than ever in m life. She keeps it real. She "sees you." You never get "canned" answers from Karin. You get a genuine person that cares about you and truly wants you to be successful in overcoming your issues. I feel like Karin saved my life in a lot of ways, because she has taught me the tools to properly deal with things that I never understood how to deal with before. She is so kind and not judgmental. Karin is a total saint! If I ever thought I had a guardian angel, Karin is the definition of one. She has helped me so much.

K.E.·Dec 2021

I have already recommended BetterHelp, as well as Karin, specifically. I have had only two sessions with her thus far, but she has encouraged me to use the tools she has suggested to help me get through some issues. During the week between sessions she has been prompt to respond to questions I may have or just to give me feedback. Thank you, Karin!

B.E.·Dec 2021

Karin is very helpful and understanding. She makes me feel like she truly wants what is best for me.

M.I.·Nov 2021

Karin is an incredible listener, she is so compassionate and very patient. She helped me gain my self-esteem and cope with difficulties. She helped me celebrate the little wins that I otherwise ignore. Thank you, Karin. :)

R.E.·Nov 2021

I feel like my life has improved, and I really like my counselor!

M.I.·Aug 2021

Karin is amazing

K.H.·Aug 2021

I have spoken with numerous counselors in the past 33 years and Karin is the first that actually helped me. I wish I had her 33 years ago. She has drastically changed my life for the better. I am a new person and I process life things completely differently and in a more positive healthy way, thanks to Karin!

K.E.·Aug 2021

Karin is very attentive and very helpful. I feel comfortable sharing my thoughts and concerns with her.

M.I.·Jul 2021

Karin is great. She has been a great active listener and has offered wonderful advice and tools to help me manage my anxiety.

R.Y.·Jul 2021

Karin has been fantastic support to me during a really difficult time. She is very easy to talk to and reassuring. I would highly recommend her services.

S..·Jul 2021

Karin is very responsive to my messages, and we have great sessions, where I feel like I'm talking to a friend. Right now she's trying to get a broader picture of my past so it's a lot of memory backtracking, but she's listens and supplies valuable feedback to questions I've had about my past experiences. She sends out weekly messages that go over an important mental health topic, and a worksheet to go along with them. These help stimulate the conversation or simply add to the session.

K.R.·Jun 2021

Great counsker

A.M.·Jun 2021

She is a wonderful counselor who listens and helps me not only understand myself but that I and my feelings are relevant

A.L.·Jun 2021

WOW! Karin is awesome. Easy to talk too and down to earth. She has given me a very objective view on my thoughts and feelings. I would recommend her to anyone. My personal suggestion though, if you are experiencing dating issues, relationship issues, and personal reflection issues with respect to dating and relationships, Karin is the person you want. Also, she is super catering to my times. I also leave every session feeling stronger. Thanks Karin!

P.E.·May 2021

Karin always helps and cheers me up, thank you very much

C.É.·Apr 2021

She is wonderful

M.E.·Mar 2021

Karin Johnson is absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend her to anyone!

C.H.·Mar 2021

Karin has been a great help in helping me work through some long overdue issues. I had never had any form of counseling before so I was really worried about starting this. Karin has really put me at ease, is really kind and empathetic. She has taught me some great techniques already and I look forward to continuing.

S.O.·Mar 2021

My life changed from day 1!! I have been so amazed at how fast and easy the solutions Karin has provided have worked!!! She has truly changed my life. I have ben seeing counselors on and off for 33 years and Karin is the first one to actually help me. I feel like Karin is very empathetic, relatable and picks up on the best way to get the message across based on personalities. My previous counseling experiences were basically useless and horrible. If I had a counselor like Karin over thirty years ago, I would be exponentially more successful and have far fewer issues now!!!

K.E.·Mar 2021

Karin is so helpful and listens so well. She respects your space and keeps you calms. Shes wonderful I recommend Karin to anyone who is looking for someone who brings calmness in their lives

A.L.·Feb 2021

Very kind and thoughtful, Karin offers practical tools to address my quotidian problems.

D.A.·Jan 2021

Karin is confident and knowledgeable, kind and reliable I really like her and she has helped me a lot.

J.E.·Jan 2021

She is so caring and compassionate. A good person to talk things out with and through. Is a great support system.

K.E.·Dec 2020

Karin is genuinely a compassionate, understanding and upbeat person. She’s great at listening but the best thing is, there are NO awkward silences because she’ll get you talking in so many ways! She sets a warm environment, therefore, you always feel open to speaking your mind! She’s always there for you and tells you what you need to hear. Extremely helpful.

S.E.·Nov 2020

Love Karin so much, feels like I'm talking to a close family member. She is very insightful, present, and respectful.

M.A.·Oct 2020

Karin is very responsive and engaging, even during communication besides scheduled sessions. She's a great listener and provides helpful advice. She also provides additional readings or tips to help cope with day to day anxiety. She's been really great so far.

A.L.·Oct 2020

Karin is a wonderful person. She cares to ask questions and send messages during the week to follow up. She also offer more time sometimes or extra sessions. She always goes to do the extra mile. She is not just a counselor but a friend and soon you will feel like she is even a family member.

A.H.·Sep 2020

Karin is great at giving me ideas that I normally would not think about doing. Great lister abs advisor.

S.T.·Sep 2020

Usually writing is my expertise but when it comes to these things I'm just so bad haha. All I can say is you can put your trust in Karin. Trust is a fragile thing nowadays and with all the movies nowadays about crazy therapist villains maybe we don't really want to seek help anymore. Jokes aside, she is really really good and no matter what, I can feel her support and she would always try her best to help me with any situation. Highly recommend!!!!!!

K.E.·Aug 2020

Karin has been very understanding, helpful, and compassionate. I've really appreciated her help

L.I.·Aug 2020

Shes great

J.O.·Aug 2020

Karin was wonderful to talk to and helped me to realize that I am my own worst critic. I would highly recommend her.

M.I.·Jul 2020

Karin is very supportive and an excellent listener. She responds to messages very promptly and is super accommodating for people with busy schedules. I really appreciate her strength-based approach as well.

D.A.·Jul 2020

Karin is an amazing listener, very validating and she raised a lot of important questions for me. She was very good at quickly recognizing what might be happening in a situation/good insight providing thoughtful feedback and she was sensitive to my beliefs and values, showing great empathy without being pushy. She was also extremely flexible and caring in her approach which meant a lot. <3

S.H.·Jul 2020

Karin is wonderful, she listens and understands your problems. Helps you to move forward.

M.A.·Jul 2020

Karin is great! I strongly recommend!

L.E.·Jun 2020

Karin is a big cheerleader. She is on your side.

L.I.·May 2020

Excellent!

K.H.·May 2020

Karin is amazing. She has such a gift for what she does and you can tell she is genuinely invested in your well being. Would highly recommend, she truly inspires your heart to be the best possible you :)

L.I.·May 2020

I’ve been wanting to reach out for therapy for years now, and by the time I felt I really needed it, we were in a global pandemic. I thought that the process would be very gradual and lengthy, but we jumped right in without hesitation, which was really nice. She’s a great listener and truly shows that she cares about you and your life. Her schedule is often very flexible so I can chat with her whenever I feel it’s necessary. She always replies within a few hours if it isn’t urgent and always has helpful things to say. It’s only been a few works and overall she is a very uplifting support system to me. Reaching out was exactly what I’ve been needing all this time and Karin has truly made my first experience an amazing one!

G.W.·May 2020

Karen is incredible. I was so hesitant to try BetterHelp because I have had bad experiences with telecommunication therapy in the past. This wasn’t the case with Karen. She listens, remembers and provides insights or suggestions catered to my individual growth. I came to her at my lowest and I am proud to say I am starting to slowly feel like myself again. Personally, I tend to have negative voice that criticizes me, Karen does an amazing job building me up and reminding me of my self worth. That’s been critical in helping mute that nasty internal feedback. Since starting Better Help, I have also gotten my sister to sign up. Mental health wasn’t prioritized in my family growing up, I’m proud to say we’re prioritizing it now.

Z.A.·May 2020

It's only been a few weeks but she is very caring and helps me feel awesome about taking the first steps to counseling!

J.A.·Apr 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karin Johnson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karin Johnson 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 Karin Johnson speak?

Karin Johnson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karin Johnson have?

Karin Johnson has 19 years of experience.

Where is Karin Johnson licensed to practice?

Karin Johnson is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Karin Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Karin Johnson accepts 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 Karin Johnson offer?

Karin Johnson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karin Johnson?

Karin Johnson 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 Karin Johnson?

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