Kirt Baab, LMSW
Person-focused licensed social worker
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship support
About Kirt Baab
Kirt Baab is a licensed master social worker who centers therapy on the person rather than on theory alone. Drawing on experience in addiction treatment, mental health services, hospital outpatient clinics, social service agencies, and schools, he adapts his work to each individual's circumstances and life stage. Kirt emphasizes practical skill building aimed at reducing emotional distress, interrupting painful habits, and supporting a fuller, more engaged life.
Trained by practitioners from Native American, Hispanic, African American, Caucasian, and Asian traditions, Kirt has worked with people across a range of sexual orientations, physical abilities, and cultural backgrounds. He brings that breadth of exposure into a collaborative relationship that prioritizes respect, empathy, and the client’s goals. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), he combines professional training with a person-focused approach to help clients make meaningful changes.
Kirt’s work concentrates on reducing the intensity of depression and anxiety, lengthening the time between episodes of panic or excessive worry, and decreasing experiences of hopelessness and helplessness. He also supports clearer communication with significant others, strengthens resilience for life’s challenges, and aims to lessen overall emotional pain and suffering. Kirt provides training in practical skills that enable lasting change and looks forward to engaging with people ready to pursue those changes.
Trained by practitioners from Native American, Hispanic, African American, Caucasian, and Asian traditions, Kirt has worked with people across a range of sexual orientations, physical abilities, and cultural backgrounds. He brings that breadth of exposure into a collaborative relationship that prioritizes respect, empathy, and the client’s goals. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), he combines professional training with a person-focused approach to help clients make meaningful changes.
Kirt’s work concentrates on reducing the intensity of depression and anxiety, lengthening the time between episodes of panic or excessive worry, and decreasing experiences of hopelessness and helplessness. He also supports clearer communication with significant others, strengthens resilience for life’s challenges, and aims to lessen overall emotional pain and suffering. Kirt provides training in practical skills that enable lasting change and looks forward to engaging with people ready to pursue those changes.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kirt Baab have?
Kirt Baab has 37 years of experience.
Is Kirt Baab a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801089941.
In which languages does Kirt Baab provide therapy?
Kirt provides therapy in English.
Where is Kirt Baab located?
Kirt is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Kirt Baab as my therapist?
You can work with Kirt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kirt Baab work with international clients?
Kirt Baab does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kirt Baab 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kirt employs client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental setting where the person’s own goals and strengths guide the work. This approach is especially useful for improving communication, building self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and patterns that maintain distress. Attachment-based therapy is used when relational patterns, intimacy concerns, or family-of-origin issues are central, focusing on how early relationships influence current connections and emotional responses.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Kirt works with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the plan as progress unfolds with input from the client and other licensed professionals when appropriate.
Online therapy offers flexibility that can make ongoing work more manageable - sessions by video calls or phone, as well as live chat and text-based messaging, allow therapy to fit around work, family, and caregiving schedules. These options support consistent access to a therapist, enable a variety of communication styles, and can make it easier to practice new skills between sessions.