Kira Karabanovs, LISW

Kira Karabanovs is a licensed independent social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and challenges tied to relationships and self-esteem. She supports people facing life changes, addiction concerns, ADHD, eating and intimacy-related issues, and caregiving or chronic illness stress. Kira works with sensitivity and respect, and she aims to make the first step toward change feel more manageable.

Kira uses conversation and practical strategies to tailor a plan to each person. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to build motivation and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past experiences are affecting daily life.

Over eight years of practice have brought experience across a range of concerns, including family of origin issues, blended family challenges, and communication or commitment struggles. Kira emphasizes small, doable steps rather than overwhelming plans. Sessions focus on what feels most relevant to the client and on skills that can be used between meetings.

People describe working with Kira as collaborative; she listens first and then helps shape goals. She pays attention to practical barriers and everyday routines when planning change. The aim is calmer days and clearer choices rather than quick fixes.

Kira is licensed in Ohio as an LISW, and she offers services in English. Prospective clients are encouraged to review session options and scheduling details before booking to confirm current formats and timing.

How Kira’s approaches fit into online therapy

Kira commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought patterns that increase stress or sadness, then practice different reactions and habits that lead to clearer choices. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a person’s own reasons for change and to build commitment one step at a time. Trauma-Focused Therapy can help when past events continue to affect mood, relationships, or daily routines and the person wants focused work on those memories and responses.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kira will talk with the client about goals, what has helped or not helped in the past, and preferences for pacing. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, help maintain momentum between appointments, and reduce travel time. Some formats lend themselves to shorter check-ins, while others support longer skill-building sessions; Kira will help match the session length and style to the client’s needs.