- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Blended family issues
About Karl
Karl Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 12 years of experience. He helps adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, and life transitions. He also addresses concerns such as self-esteem, grief, intimacy issues, sleep and eating challenges, ADHD, and blended family issues.
Clients meet with him to talk through what is happening now and to build practical steps forward. Sessions focus on clear goals and actionable skills. Conversations are interactive and collaborative, and the pace is set by the person seeking support.
His background includes work across individual and relationship concerns. He draws on multiple approaches so he can match methods to what a person needs. That means using different techniques when addressing anxiety, addiction, or parenting stress.
Karl often uses strategies that encourage noticing thoughts and values, improving close relationships, and changing unhelpful behavior patterns. He aims to help people try small changes that fit into daily life. Progress is measured in concrete shifts rather than abstract ideas.
He asks new clients to describe their priorities and what they hope to change. From there he and the client plan practical steps and check progress over time. If someone is navigating a blended household, conversations can include communication, role setting, and managing divided loyalties.
Therapy approaches and what online work looks like
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes where motivation feels stuck.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds affect current behavior. It can help with intimacy issues, communication problems, and attachment concerns within adult relationships.
Karl will work with each person to pick the right approach. That means talking about goals, trying methods, and adjusting what they do together based on what helps most. The therapist and client decide together which techniques fit the situation and the client’s preferences.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work and family life, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Different formats also let people choose options that require less bandwidth or do not need a camera for a given session.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
Karl works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, self-esteem, grief, and other life changes listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an interactive, collaborative approach and adapts methods to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps and behavioral changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working in counseling contexts across a range of issues.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether phone or video sessions are offered.
How is cost handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.