- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Trauma focused therapy
About Kira
Kira Karabanovs is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence concerns. Kira also supports those coping with life changes, addiction issues, trauma and intimacy-related problems.
Kira keeps sessions straightforward and focused on practical steps. She uses conversation and goal-setting to identify what feels most pressing. Then she introduces techniques to reduce anxiety and improve everyday functioning. Sessions are paced to match each person's comfort level.
Her approach draws on evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. These methods look at thoughts and behaviors and use small changes to build better coping. Trauma-Focused Therapy is also part of her practice when past harm affects present life.
Kira aims to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck and try new ways of responding. She guides short exercises in session and suggests simple practices between meetings. Progress is tracked with clear, practical steps rather than vague promises.
She practices in Ohio as an LISW. Sessions are conducted in English. People who live outside the United States are not currently accepted. To start, clients follow the platform's matching and scheduling flow to arrange a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Online sessions can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; this method is often used for anxiety, low mood, and stress. Motivational Interviewing focuses on a person's own reasons for change and uses brief, direct conversation to strengthen motivation for goals like reducing substance use or increasing self-care. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses how past traumatic events affect current reactions and uses structured, paced methods to reduce distress linked to those memories.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kira collaborates with each person to choose which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort. She adapts strategies over time based on what is helpful and what is not, so the plan evolves with client feedback.
Session formats are not listed in the profile, so confirm the available online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules require, and remove travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often use online meetings to deliver the same therapeutic techniques they use in person, while adjusting exercises and homework so they work well over video or phone.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Kira works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, self-esteem, motivation, addictions, trauma, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would she approach a first few sessions?
She starts by listening to current concerns and setting clear, achievable goals. Early sessions focus on practical steps to reduce distress and build coping skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working in clinical settings and with people facing anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an Ohio LISW and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Confirm current session options before booking via the platform, as formats are not specified in the provided profile.
How do payments and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.