Kira Karabanovs, LISW
Ohio LISW focusing on anxiety and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Motivation and confidence
About Kira Karabanovs
Kira Karabanovs is an Ohio-licensed social worker with 8 years of professional experience who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and struggles with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction and adapts dialogue and treatment plans to meet each person’s unique needs and goals.
Kira recognizes that taking the first step toward change requires courage, and she focuses on supporting and empowering clients throughout that process. Her work centers on collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies to increase well-being and resilience. As an LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker - she holds a credential that allows her to provide independent clinical social work services in Ohio.
Kira aims to create a therapeutic space where clients feel heard and guided toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Treatment is tailored to the individual, with attention to the specific circumstances and preferences that shape each person’s path forward.
Kira recognizes that taking the first step toward change requires courage, and she focuses on supporting and empowering clients throughout that process. Her work centers on collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies to increase well-being and resilience. As an LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker - she holds a credential that allows her to provide independent clinical social work services in Ohio.
Kira aims to create a therapeutic space where clients feel heard and guided toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Treatment is tailored to the individual, with attention to the specific circumstances and preferences that shape each person’s path forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kira Karabanovs have?
Kira Karabanovs has 8 years of professional experience.
Is Kira Karabanovs a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW credential. License details are OH LISW I.1501127-SUPV.
In which languages does Kira Karabanovs provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kira Karabanovs located?
She is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Kira Karabanovs as my therapist?
You can work with Kira Karabanovs through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kira Karabanovs work with international clients?
Kira Karabanovs does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kira Karabanovs 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 with therapy 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 and Online Access
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is practical and goal-oriented, often used for issues like anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, person-centered method that explores ambivalence and strengthens intrinsic motivation for change - it can be useful for addressing substance use, readiness for change, and commitment to goals. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic experiences in a paced and supportive way to reduce the ongoing impact of trauma on daily functioning and relationships.Kira works with clients to determine which approach or combination of approaches best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Choosing the right method is part of the therapeutic process, and she collaborates with each person to adjust the plan as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend appointments around work, caregiving, or other commitments and can increase access to licensed professionals when in-person visits are not possible. Kira integrates these formats to support consistent, accessible care tailored to each client's life.