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Karissa Fleming, MSW, LCSW

Karissa Fleming, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist
IL
Karissa Fleming is a creative life-long learner who recognizes that the path of healing is not linear. By focusing on each client’s strengths, she helps them uncover new perspectives and solutions, fostering meaningful change. She emphasizes the importance of interpersonal connection and shared healing. Her inclusive and affirming approach ensures that all clients feel valued and supported on their journey. Karissa is especially passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, minors, and women navigating life transitions. She incorporates elements of play and expressive arts to create a safe and fun environment for clients to express their feelings and process their experiences. Her experience with foster care and adoption provides strong skills to help families navigate a variety of difficult situations. Karissa has been trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Sand Tray Therapy. Outside of her clinical work, Karissa enjoys engaging in creative hobbies like reading (both fiction and latest research on psychology!), cooking, and crafting. She also finds joy in movement–especially long walks with friends–and spending time with her beloved cat.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Karissa Fleming

Focus areas

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Strength-Based Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Sand Tray Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Self-Harm / Injury

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Families
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Art Therapy
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karissa Fleming

Karissa Fleming is a creative life-long learner who recognizes that the path of healing is not linear. By focusing on each client’s strengths, she helps them uncover new perspectives and solutions, fostering meaningful change. She emphasizes the importance of interpersonal connection and shared healing. Her inclusive and affirming approach ensures that all clients feel valued and supported on their journey. Karissa is especially passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, minors, and women navigating life transitions. She incorporates elements of play and expressive arts to create a safe and fun environment for clients to express their feelings and process their experiences. Her experience with foster care and adoption provides strong skills to help families navigate a variety of difficult situations. Karissa has been trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Sand Tray Therapy. Outside of her clinical work, Karissa enjoys engaging in creative hobbies like reading (both fiction and latest research on psychology!), cooking, and crafting. She also finds joy in movement–especially long walks with friends–and spending time with her beloved cat.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Mood Swings
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Women's Mental Health Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Mood Swings
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of St. Francis, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1992515639

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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What are common reasons for patients to see Karissa Fleming?

Karissa Fleming frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Karissa Fleming on their profile.

What languages does Karissa Fleming speak?

Karissa Fleming speaks English.

How do patients rate Karissa Fleming in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Karissa Fleming. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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