- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Kiana
Kiana Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with five years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, and anger. She also addresses issues like addiction, sleep and eating concerns, ADHD, and career stress.
Kiana uses straightforward, skill-based methods to help people manage difficult moments. She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to spot unhelpful thinking and to try new ways of responding. She also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals and track progress in clear steps.
Her background includes a bachelor’s degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University. She has experience in private practice and in public agencies, which shaped how she organizes sessions and follows practical progress markers.
In sessions she listens to what matters most and then suggests concrete skills to try between meetings. That might include small behavioral experiments, thought records, or focused problem-solving to reduce outbursts and persistent resentment. She invites clients to test changes and report back what works.
People who come in for anger concerns often focus on improving communication, managing impulses, and reducing workplace or home-related frustration. Kiana aims to make therapy understandable and usable so clients can practice new habits in everyday life.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can state their goals and decide next steps. It helps when someone needs a patient, nonjudgmental listener to clarify what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anger that comes from recurring thoughts, workplace stress, or patterns at home.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to try techniques and then adjust based on what the client finds useful. Goals, preferences, and the specific issues a person brings guide which tools are used and how sessions are structured.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the original biography does not specify formats here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when needed. They also let people practice communication and behavioral exercises in their usual environment, then bring observations back to the therapist for review.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, addictions, and related concerns such as impulsivity and jealousy.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses pragmatic, skills-based approaches like CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy and incorporates mindfulness and motivational interviewing where helpful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working in private practice and public agencies.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in South Carolina and holds degrees from the University of South Carolina and South University.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the US book sessions with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.