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Kari Johnson

Psy.D., MT-BC

“Blackbird singing in the dead of night, take these broken wings and learn to fly.” -The Beatles

I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that will aide you in your
journey towards obtaining your goals.

Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.), M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC)
Person-centered, Trauma informed, IFS informed, DBT, Gestalt, Existential Diversity, equity and inclusion; Trauma; Sexual behaviors and offending; Life transitions; Grief and loss; Self-compassion; Mental health and personality issues; First Responders; Compassion fatigue.

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About Kari

I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D) and Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University. I am also a board certified music therapist and received my degree from the University of North Dakota. I have worked within the juvenile correction system, forensic state hospital, private practice, and community mental health. My experience has included individual and group therapy with adolescents and adults who suffer from serious mental illness, trauma, addictions, personality disorders, sexual offending behaviors, and criminal thinking.

I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that will aide you in your journey towards obtaining your goals. I believe in collaborating and utilizing a person-centered approach to treatment while incorporating techniques from various modalities that resonate with you. I encourage the utilization of your creative mind while looking introspectively to bypass potential roadblocks that we put up for ourselves. I recognize that therapy can be difficult and I value being entrusted with the process. 

When I am not working I enjoy reading, spending time with family and friends, and traveling.  

I am currently under the supervision of Marcus Earle, Ph.D., LMFT, CSAT, S-PSB, ASSECT.

Kari's Blog Articles

  • How Do I Know If I’m In A Cult?

    How Do I Know If I’m In A Cult?

    By Kari Johnson - 02/09/2026

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  • Understanding Emotional Transformation Therapy

    Understanding Emotional Transformation Therapy

    By Kari Johnson - 06/19/2025

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  • “Not Throwing Away my Shot”

    “Not Throwing Away my Shot”

    By Kari Johnson - 09/05/2024

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