Michelle Davis, LMSW
Michigan LMSW supporting stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship and family
- CBT and strengths-based
About Michelle Davis
Michelle Davis is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 13 years of professional clinical social work experience. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, parenting and adoption-related challenges, career issues, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes. Her practice also addresses attachment and family of origin issues, foster care and adoption questions, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and other complex co-occurring problems.
Michelle integrates multiple therapeutic modalities to fit each person's needs, drawing on client-centered principles and evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), along with mindfulness-informed work. She emphasizes a strengths-based, collaborative approach and tailors conversations and treatment plans to the unique circumstances of each individual. Michelle views the person in therapy as the expert on their own story and aims to build on existing strengths to address challenges and promote meaningful change. Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Michelle approaches that journey with respect and practical support.
Michelle integrates multiple therapeutic modalities to fit each person's needs, drawing on client-centered principles and evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), along with mindfulness-informed work. She emphasizes a strengths-based, collaborative approach and tailors conversations and treatment plans to the unique circumstances of each individual. Michelle views the person in therapy as the expert on their own story and aims to build on existing strengths to address challenges and promote meaningful change. Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Michelle approaches that journey with respect and practical support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Davis have?
Michelle Davis has 13 years of professional clinical social work experience.
Is Michelle Davis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801092482.
In which languages does Michelle Davis provide therapy?
Michelle Davis provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Davis located?
Michelle Davis is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Michelle Davis as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle Davis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Davis work with international clients?
Michelle Davis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Davis 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 with Michelle Davis
Michelle Davis practices using client-centered therapy, which focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building a collaborative relationship that highlights personal strengths and goals. This approach is often helpful for issues like relationship struggles, family dynamics, and general life transitions where feeling heard and supported matters.
She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based approach that explores how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and certain mood or behavioral concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another tool in her toolkit, teaching skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Michelle will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, address challenges from different locations in Michigan, and maintain continuity of care despite life changes.