Kari Wright, LMSW
LMSW clinician specializing in trauma and addiction
- Trauma and grief
- CBT and EMDR
- Adults and children
About Kari Wright
Kari Wright, LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), brings two decades of experience supporting people through loss, trauma, addiction, and mood-related concerns. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, aiming to walk alongside clients as they share their stories and work toward feeling better. Her clinical toolkit commonly includes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and EMDR, which she adapts to the needs of each individual.
Known for offering validation, clear feedback, and curiosity about different perspectives, she strives to understand what each person is communicating and to explore practical ways to move forward. She has extensive experience with grief, loss, depression, and trauma, and is also comfortable addressing a wide range of life challenges, including parenting and relationship issues. Kari works with both adults and children and tailors her approach to the developmental and emotional needs of each client.
As a clinician who identifies as Christian, she is open to integrating faith when it is meaningful to the client, and she will not introduce religious content unless the client requests it. Kari emphasizes partnership in therapy and encourages questions about the process, techniques, and goals so that together she and the client can find the best path forward.
Known for offering validation, clear feedback, and curiosity about different perspectives, she strives to understand what each person is communicating and to explore practical ways to move forward. She has extensive experience with grief, loss, depression, and trauma, and is also comfortable addressing a wide range of life challenges, including parenting and relationship issues. Kari works with both adults and children and tailors her approach to the developmental and emotional needs of each client.
As a clinician who identifies as Christian, she is open to integrating faith when it is meaningful to the client, and she will not introduce religious content unless the client requests it. Kari emphasizes partnership in therapy and encourages questions about the process, techniques, and goals so that together she and the client can find the best path forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kari Wright have?
Kari Wright has 20 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Kari Wright a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801097827.
In which languages does Kari Wright provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Kari Wright located?
Kari Wright is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Kari Wright as my therapist?
You can work with Kari Wright through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kari Wright work with international clients?
Kari Wright does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kari Wright cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical strategies to change them. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching skills that can be applied in daily life.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach for processing traumatic memories and reducing the emotional intensity linked to those memories. It can be helpful for people who have experienced trauma or prolonged distress related to past events.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered method that helps people strengthen their own motivation to change. It is commonly used when addressing substance use, ambivalence about goals, or behavior change related to health and wellness.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Kari works alongside clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as progress is made. This process is collaborative and evolves over time.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life or to continue work with a therapist from different locations. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide regular support, skills practice, and check-ins that complement in-person options and help maintain continuity of care.