Karla Thomas, MSN, APRN-NP, ANCC, Psychiatry in Moore, Oklahoma

Karla Thomas helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults navigate mental health challenges with compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care. As a prescriber with LifeStance Health, she provides mental health services to patients throughout Oklahoma, partnering with individuals to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and develop personalized treatment plans that support long-term wellness. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, respect, and a clear understanding of each patient’s unique needs and goals. Karla has experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions, with particular expertise in ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing support for individuals facing emotional, behavioral, and cognitive challenges. In addition to these areas, she works with patients experiencing bipolar disorder, PTSD and trauma-related concerns, sleep disorders, psychosis, and other mental health conditions. Karla is especially passionate about helping individuals living with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She understands the significant impact these conditions can have on academic performance, work responsibilities, relationships, and overall quality of life. Through thoughtful assessment, medication management, mindfulness-based strategies, and individualized treatment planning, she helps patients build practical tools for managing symptoms and achieving meaningful progress. Her treatment philosophy focuses on seeing the whole person rather than just a diagnosis. She values creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and empowered throughout their mental health journey. Karla incorporates mindfulness techniques into care when appropriate and offers additional services to address a variety of patient needs. She also provides psychological testing as part of a comprehensive approach to evaluation and treatment. Outside of work, Karla enjoys spending time with family and friends, visiting the lake, attending concerts, traveling, and exploring the outdoors. She is also an enthusiastic supporter of OU athletics and the Oklahoma City Thunder.