Jonathan Kris , LMSW

Jonathan Kris is a licensed psychotherapist trained at the University of Michigan with five years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive concerns, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. He practices as an LMSW - a Licensed Master Social Worker - and applies practical, evidence-informed methods to help clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes.

His approach emphasizes listening without judgment and tailoring therapeutic work to each person’s needs. Jonathan integrates cognitive, psychodynamic, behavioral, and trauma-informed techniques to address both immediate symptoms and deeper emotional patterns. This blend allows him to work on distorted thinking and behavioral habits as well as underlying relational dynamics and past experiences that continue to shape current struggles.

Jonathan invites conversations about goals and therapy options to determine whether his style aligns with a client’s needs. He aims to create a collaborative space where clients can clarify priorities, try different interventions, and track progress toward greater emotional balance and healthier relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Jonathan Kris

Jonathan draws from Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide online work. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and helps people build more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients can explore their values and goals at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and compulsive patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jonathan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts the pace and techniques based on what is most helpful for the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access support from home, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to individual concerns.