Kelsey Devries, LMSW

Michigan LMSW supporting trauma and relationships

Trauma and relationship work
Evidence-informed CBT and DBT
Warm interactive style

About Kelsey Devries

Kelsey Devries is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with nine years of clinical experience. She concentrates on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, and a broad range of life transitions and identity issues. Kelsey is committed to supporting clients as they define and pursue their own version of wellness, and she frames treatment around each person’s goals and priorities.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, with an emphasis on creating a comfortable, collaborative space where clients can explore difficult topics and also find room for humor when appropriate. She draws on evidence-informed techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, alongside client-centered practices and structured problem solving to help clients build new skills and develop clearer patterns of thought and behavior.

Kelsey works with issues such as grief, parenting challenges, intimacy-related concerns, codependency, and compassion fatigue, among others. She values a respectful partnership with clients and aims to make the process of starting therapy as approachable and constructive as possible, honoring each person’s pace and preferences while supporting meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelsey Devries have?

Kelsey Devries has nine years of experience.

Is Kelsey Devries a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds an LMSW. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and indicates a state license to practice social work in Michigan. License details: MI LMSW 6801107689.

In which languages does Kelsey Devries provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelsey Devries located?

She is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Kelsey Devries as my therapist?

You can work with Kelsey Devries through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kelsey Devries work with international clients?

Kelsey Devries does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelsey Devries cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s own experience and strengths, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to explore goals and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people identify and adjust unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches practical coping skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Kelsey works collaboratively with each person to tailor interventions to their needs, goals, and preferences. She assesses what helps most and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds, emphasizing partnership and clear goal-setting.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals. Clients can meet via video calls or phone sessions for face-to-face conversations, or use live chat and text-based messaging for shorter check-ins and ongoing support. These options allow scheduling around work, caregiving, or travel and can make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing everyday responsibilities.

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