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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.
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Karin Johnson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
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.
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Best Therapist A++++
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Karin for 1 year on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
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.
Written on Nov 25, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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 .
Written on Oct 22, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Karin is very warm and she gives space to talk. She is also very comforting which makes her extremely easy to talk to.
Written on Sep 12, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and
A thoughtful and caring person. I really enjoy working with her.
Written on Jun 27, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and adhd
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!
Written on Jun 13, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Love my therapist. She's great.
Written on May 22, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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
Written on May 08, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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.
Written on Apr 27, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and career difficulties
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.
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Great listener
Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Karen has been professional and given me the insight and structure I needed
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Karin is amazing!
Written on Feb 04, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
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
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Karen understands me and my actions and gives me the systems to improve myself I highly appreciate her work!
Written on Jan 26, 2023 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
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.
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Karin has been really good at listening to my concerns and understands my worries. I am funding my therapy with her really valuable.
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Karin is the sweetest most caring and understanding therapist I've ever talked to. And I've talked to a lot!
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Karin is a great listener and she also helps make things not seem quite so bad. I’m lucky I got matched with her
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Karin listens and understands my issues very well, I find her support invaluable and thank her for the help she has been providing me
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks
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.
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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 !
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Great therapist!! Karin has helped me so much. She’s always there for me and makes me feel safer and at ease.
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Love her
Written on Jun 04, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
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.
Written on May 11, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and adhd
Karin Johnson is a wonderful therapist. She is a great listener filled with great advice and useful tools for managing stress and anxiety.
Written on Apr 24, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
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. :)
Written on Apr 08, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karin is absolutely amazing and vital for my mental health and healing journey.
Written on Mar 04, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
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.
Written on Feb 11, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and grief
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.
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and trauma and abuse
Karin is an excellent and professional therapist who is really helping me through some changes in my life.
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks
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. ♥️
Written on Jan 08, 2022 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
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.
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching
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.
Written on Dec 16, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Karin is very helpful and understanding. She makes me feel like she truly wants what is best for me.
Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I feel like my life has improved, and I really like my counselor!
Written on Aug 17, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Karin is great. She has been a great active listener and has offered wonderful advice and tools to help me manage my anxiety.
Written on Jul 10, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
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.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Great counsker
Written on Jun 19, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and adhd
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!
Written on May 25, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Karin always helps and cheers me up, thank you very much
Written on Apr 05, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
She is wonderful
Written on Mar 26, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Karin Johnson is absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Written on Mar 19, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and anger management
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.
Written on Mar 18, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
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
Written on Feb 05, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very kind and thoughtful, Karin offers practical tools to address my quotidian problems.
Written on Jan 22, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Karin is confident and knowledgeable, kind and reliable
I really like her and she has helped me a lot.
Written on Jan 20, 2021 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is so caring and compassionate. A good person to talk things out with and through. Is a great support system.
Written on Dec 11, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
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.
Written on Nov 19, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Love Karin so much, feels like I'm talking to a close family member. She is very insightful, present, and respectful.
Written on Oct 06, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
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.
Written on Sep 26, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karin is great at giving me ideas that I normally would not think about doing. Great lister abs advisor.
Written on Sep 03, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
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!!!!!!
Written on Aug 28, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Karin has been very understanding, helpful, and compassionate. I've really appreciated her help
Written on Aug 11, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Shes great
Written on Aug 06, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karin was wonderful to talk to and helped me to realize that I am my own worst critic. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
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.
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
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
Written on Jul 18, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 1 week on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Karin is wonderful, she listens and understands your problems. Helps you to move forward.
Written on Jul 06, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, and grief
Karin is great! I strongly recommend!
Written on Jun 09, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Karin is a big cheerleader. She is on your side.
Written on May 28, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders
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 :)
Written on May 21, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
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!
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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.
Written on May 11, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
It's only been a few weeks but she is very caring and helps me feel awesome about taking the first steps to counseling!
Written on Apr 29, 2020 after therapy with Karin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
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