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- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Trauma and mood
About Kelsey
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with six years of clinical experience, Kelsey Phillips focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. She works with individuals who are struggling with mood shifts, compulsive behaviors, panic, and the aftermath of traumatic events. Sessions emphasize practical steps and clear goals rather than abstract talk.
Kelsey frames clients as the experts on their lives and looks for existing strengths to build on. She listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and helps people try small, manageable changes. Conversations cover concrete skills for coping, communication, and managing impulses.
Her practice addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, body image struggles, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, separation and divorce, and substance use. She also works with panic attacks, seasonal mood changes, self-harm behaviors, and a range of personality and mood concerns. Treatment focuses on reducing distress and increasing day-to-day functioning.
Kelsey uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions and sets clear, measurable steps when possible. She encourages tracking progress and adjusting plans when something isn’t working. Appointments are collaborative; decisions about pace and focus are made together.
Clients should expect straightforward conversation, practical skill-building, and attention to how current problems link to past experiences. English-language sessions are provided in Michigan. To begin, clients follow the site’s process to match and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches and what online sessions involve
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to focus sessions on practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping strategies for anxiety, panic, and mood swings. These are concrete tools clients can practice between appointments to manage symptoms and respond differently to stress. Another frequent approach emphasizes exploring how past experiences and attachment patterns affect current relationships and behaviors. This kind of work looks at patterns of relating and how they show up in communication, control issues, and caregiving roles. Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time if something is not helping or if priorities change. Confirm the session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. In practice, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a weekday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that is helpful. Ask about the available session types during the matching and scheduling step so you know how sessions will fit into your routine.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. There is also work on related issues like attachment, body image, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapy style?
She focuses on practical steps and clear goals. Sessions emphasize skill-building and identifying strengths the client already has.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience as a therapist. That span includes work with mood disorders, trauma, and addictive behaviors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker, abbreviated LMSW, practicing in Michigan. The credential shown is MI LMSW.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the matching and scheduling process.
What should I do to start a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire is used to match needs and preferences before booking.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.