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Carissa Johnson, LCSW

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Carissa. View 5 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin, Massachusetts, and 1 more

Recent reviews

She’s been a great therapist. Carissa supports my feelings and helps guide me in the direction I wanted to go in. She’s provided helpful tools that have become a valuable part of my daily routine.

Reviewed January 2024

Carissa has been an awesome therapist helping to guide me through things going on in my life.

Reviewed November 2023

More about Carissa

  • 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LICSW

I am licensed in Wisconsin with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Family conflicts Parenting issues Anger management Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Blended family issues Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Family problems Forgiveness Money and financial issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Carissa Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588122253.

  • LCSW · Wisconsin · 11307-123 · Expires February 2025
  • LICSW · Massachusetts · LICSW126988 · Expires September 2026
  • LCSW · Nevada · 11058-C · Expires September 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 Carissa Johnson

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

Overall rating:

4.5

5 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Helping Attentive Caring Empathetic Genuine Great Helped Wonderful A great therapist

She’s been a great therapist. Carissa supports my feelings and helps guide me in the direction I wanted to go in. She’s provided helpful tools that have become a valuable part of my daily routine.

Reviewed January 2024

Carissa has been an awesome therapist helping to guide me through things going on in my life.

Reviewed November 2023

Carissa is very attentive and provides helpful tools.

Reviewed August 2023

Carissa is so empathetic and genuine. She has a very kind and caring countenance and that helped me trust her with my emotions and open up more and more. She is just wonderful and has been helping me cope with being a new mom and with my struggles at workplace

Reviewed August 2023

I like her methods. From the first time we met, she provided me things that were helpful and different. She created goals we want to accomplish together and it keeps me on a path as well

Reviewed August 2023

How was your experience with Carissa?

Frequently asked questions

Does Carissa Johnson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Carissa 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 Carissa Johnson speak?

Carissa Johnson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Carissa Johnson have?

Carissa Johnson has 5 years of experience.

Where is Carissa Johnson licensed to practice?

Carissa Johnson is licensed to practice in Wisconsin, Massachusetts, and Nevada.

Does Carissa Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Carissa Johnson 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 Carissa Johnson offer?

Carissa Johnson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Carissa Johnson?

Carissa 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 Carissa Johnson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.