Kiana Thomas , LPC

Kiana Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and an undergraduate background in Experimental Psychology. She earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University and a bachelor’s degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina. Her experience spans both private practice and public agency settings, where she has supported individuals and couples through a range of life challenges.

Kiana draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify patterns, set achievable goals, and build practical skills for change. She aims to create a therapeutic atmosphere that supports exploration and growth, addressing concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, and relationship problems. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and clear, goal-oriented work that honors each person’s experience.

Kiana applies her training to help clients navigate transitions and develop tools for long-term coping. She is licensed as an LPC and brings both clinical training and hands-on practice to her work. Please note that Kiana is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Kiana frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical, evidence-informed method that helps people recognize and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is often useful for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and symptoms related to trauma and mood difficulties.

She also incorporates Solution-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on clients’ strengths and concrete steps toward achievable goals. This approach is well suited for clients looking to make targeted changes, solve relationship concerns, or move through life transitions more efficiently.

Kiana takes a client-centered stance, listening closely to each person’s priorities and adjusting techniques to fit their needs. Determining the best therapeutic approach is a collaborative process - she works with clients to choose and refine methods based on individual goals, preferences, and progress.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing work to continue via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and engage in counseling from locations that are convenient for the client. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions across these formats to support ongoing progress.