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Dr. Chelsea Dumas, MI Psychologist 6301018607, IL Psychologist 071009812
Michigan
Clinical Psychologist - Anger and Addictions
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- CredentialsMI Psychologist 6301018607, IL Psychologist 071009812
- LicensePsychologist, Illinois / 071009812; Psychologist, Michigan / 6301018607
- NPI1407340904
- Experience12 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- Anger management skills
- Substance use focus
- CBT and DBT methods
About Chelsea
Dr. Chelsea Dumas is a clinical psychologist licensed in Michigan and Illinois with 12 years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
Chelsea takes a practical, down-to-earth approach. She pays attention to how the people and places around you influence your behavior. She also looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and helps people test out different ways of thinking and behaving.
Sessions move at a person’s pace. Goals are set together, and the work focuses on problems that matter most right now. For people struggling with substance use, she has a strong background helping those currently using, those trying to stop, and people in longer-term recovery, as well as friends and family affected by substance use.
She uses methods from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused work. That means you may spend time naming patterns, trying new coping skills, and practicing ways to manage strong reactions when they arise.
Chelsea also addresses issues linked to family of origin, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, smoking or vaping cessation, and women’s issues. People who come for help with anger can expect concrete skills and attention to the relationships and life circumstances that feed frustration.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's pace, helping someone name what matters and set realistic goals. It is useful for people who need a steady, supportive process to sort out reactions and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, involves tracking thoughts and behaviors and testing small changes to see what helps. It is often used for anger, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems because it gives concrete exercises to try between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers specific skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills can help reduce reactive bursts and build steadier ways of responding to triggers.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Chelsea will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new issues come up.
Session format options were not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let someone attend without a commute. Therapists can use the same CBT and DBT exercises in virtual sessions as in person, which keeps the focus on practical skills and steady progress.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger concerns does she address?
She supports people dealing with anger related to relationships, work stress, and ongoing frustration. Anger is listed among the many concerns she works with.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques. Sessions focus on your goals, changing unhelpful thoughts, and practicing new coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a clinical psychologist working with a range of problems including depression, trauma, and substance use.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as a Michigan Psychologist and an Illinois Psychologist and practices from Michigan.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.