Licensed clinical social worker recordMichigan
Kimberly Richards, LCSW, LMSW
Michigan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - anxiety and trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LMSW
- Licensed in Michigan
- LMSW, licence 6801093102
- Licensed in Arizona
- LCSW, licence LCSW-22012
- NPI
- 1497189427
- Experience
- 11 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Michigan
These details come from information Kimberly supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting and grief
About Kimberly
Kimberly Richards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Arizona and also holds an LMSW in Michigan, with 11 years of experience in outpatient mental health. She focuses on common everyday problems such as anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. Her background includes work with trauma, abuse, parenting challenges, and attention-related difficulties.
Kimberly uses straightforward, talk-based methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered work. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice small, manageable changes. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques to set practical goals.
Clients can expect a conversational approach that mixes problem-solving with emotional processing. Sessions often include identifying patterns, trying new coping skills, and checking what works. The focus is on clear steps that fit daily life, not on lengthy theory.
Kimberly notes a faith perspective informs her values. She integrates that with therapeutic methods when clients want to include spiritual themes. If faith is not part of a client's life, the work centers on the client's own beliefs and goals.
Her practice includes support for people dealing with addiction, relationship strain, caregiver stress, blended family issues, and aging concerns. She also addresses concerns like codependency, communication problems, and recovery from domestic violence or other abuse.
To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and Kimberly conducts work in English.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what a person says. It helps when people need a steady, respectful presence to sort out feelings and decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors, then tests small changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday stressors. Motivational Interviewing invites people to clarify their own reasons for change and builds small, achievable steps toward those goals.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans based on what helps. That collaborative process helps match practical techniques to the client's life, values, and pace.
Confirm current session formats before booking, since specific options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule by removing commute time and enabling shorter check-ins when needed. They can also allow sessions during a work break, reduce travel hassles, and let people use resources or worksheets during the meeting. Speak with the therapist or follow the booking steps to learn which session formats are offered and which will best fit everyday routines.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Arizona
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, and related issues listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and interactive, using client-centered techniques alongside CBT and solution-focused methods to set practical goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of outpatient mental health experience.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Arizona and holds an LMSW in Michigan, and she practices in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers