Therapist profile
Kimberly Richards, LCSW, LMSW
Michigan
LCSW in Michigan - Anger and Trauma-focused
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- CredentialsLCSW, LMSW
- LicenseLMSW, Michigan / 6801093102; LCSW, Arizona / LCSW-22012
- NPI1497189427
- Experience11 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- CBT informed
- Client-centered
- Solution-focused
About Kimberly
Kimberly Richards is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan with 11 years of experience. She has worked in outpatient mental health settings and supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, and relationship concerns.
Her background centers on cognitive behavioral ideas combined with a client-centered stance. She describes a faith-informed perspective and says biblical values guide much of her work. Sessions focus on practical steps to manage difficult feelings, understand patterns, and try new behaviors that match a person's goals.
In session she uses tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. That means sessions often include identifying unhelpful thoughts, setting small achievable goals, and practicing new coping skills. Conversations are interactive and aimed at producing changes that feel useful in day-to-day life.
Kimberly also lists experience with parenting challenges, grief, ADHD, caregiver stress, adoption and foster care issues, and problems stemming from family of origin. She notes work with trauma, including adult and childhood trauma and abuse, and supports people facing major life transitions.
People meet her for concrete help with emotion regulation, managing anger, and rebuilding routines after loss or stressful events. To start, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step is used to arrange a first session.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping the client set the agenda. It supports people who need someone to reflect back what they are feeling and help clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors together. It uses practical exercises and homework to reduce anxiety, manage anger, and change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions can shift over time so tools that helped with immediate stress can be replaced by deeper trauma-focused work when it fits.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a workday, reduce travel, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Many people find remote sessions let them practice skills in real-life settings and bring specific situations into conversation without traveling.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Arizona
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, ADHD, and related challenges.
How would she approach my problems in session?
Her style combines client-centered conversation with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working in outpatient mental health settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCSW and LMSW credentials and is licensed in Michigan.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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