- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship challenges
- Behavioral change
About Karl
Karl Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan with 12 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship and self-esteem concerns, depression, addictions, and life transitions. Karl helps people who want practical changes in daily life and clearer direction during periods of change.
He previously worked across youth, adolescent, adult, couples, and family counseling settings, which informs his approach with individuals now. Sessions are described as interactive and collaborative, with attention to motivation and behavioral change. Karl uses a mix of methods rather than a single model, and focuses on skills that can be used outside the session.
Karl commonly supports people managing grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping concerns, and career stress. He also assists those dealing with ADHD, bipolar challenges, compassion fatigue, and parenting strain. He notices how family dynamics, attachment patterns, and communication problems shape current struggles.
In practice he blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based techniques, Emotionally-Focused and Client-Centered elements. That combination is used to help people notice patterns, shift unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Conversations aim to be straightforward and focused on concrete steps.
People who reach out can expect a respectful and goal-oriented process. Karl encourages small behavioral experiments, clearer boundaries, and improved communication. He asks clients to identify practical goals and tracks progress toward those aims.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life changes where deciding on next steps feels hard.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors. This approach is frequently used for depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and managing addictive urges.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and communication. It can help with intimacy issues, relationship cycles, and understanding reactions tied to attachment history.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help clients decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule and keeping consistent contact while balancing work or study. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as options are not listed here. Many people use flexible scheduling and shorter check-ins when life is busy, and remote sessions can make that easier to arrange.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
Karl works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and self-esteem issues, and life transitions. He also addresses grief, trauma, intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, and career strain.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are interactive and collaborative, focusing on practical steps and behavior change. He mixes approaches to find what helps each person make progress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of counseling experience, including work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families earlier in his career.
Is he credentialed and where is he based?
He holds the LPC credential, listed as MI LPC, and practices from Michigan.
Does he see people who speak other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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