Deborah Smith
LMSW in Michigan offering whole person and family care
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About
Deborah Smith, LMSW, is a clinical therapist practicing in Michigan with 15 years of experience. She emphasizes an approach that attends to the whole person and, when families engage, the whole family. Her practice centers on helping people identify choices and actions that support more balanced daily functioning and improved emotional resilience.
Her professional focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and depression. Additional areas she addresses include abandonment, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, and life transitions such as hospice and end-of-life counseling. She also works with mood disorders, postpartum depression, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and related challenges.
Deborah partners with people to develop practical tools and to connect with appropriate community supports. She meets individuals and families where they are, emphasizes skill-building, and designs work so that when services conclude each person has knowledge and strategies to continue toward a healthier lifestyle.
Her professional focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and depression. Additional areas she addresses include abandonment, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, and life transitions such as hospice and end-of-life counseling. She also works with mood disorders, postpartum depression, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and related challenges.
Deborah partners with people to develop practical tools and to connect with appropriate community supports. She meets individuals and families where they are, emphasizes skill-building, and designs work so that when services conclude each person has knowledge and strategies to continue toward a healthier lifestyle.
- Location:
- Michigan, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MI LMSW 6801115130
- NPI Number: 1194978551
- License: LMSW (Michigan)
Remote sessions focused on whole-person and family-centered work
Deborah provides remote sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. In these formats she preserves a focus on attending to the whole person and, when requested, involving family members so conversations and interventions reflect real-life contexts and relationships.Her online approach draws on a family-centered orientation and a practical, skills-based emphasis. Family-centered work explores interaction patterns, communication, and roles to support more effective connection. The skills-based focus emphasizes concrete tools for managing stress, anxiety, grief, or mood concerns, and on identifying community resources that can support day-to-day needs.
People and families who prefer active collaboration and goal-oriented sessions may find this remote format a good fit. Deborah works with each person to set priorities, practice new skills in-session and between meetings, and adapt the mix of video, phone, chat, or messaging to match comfort and scheduling needs.
What is Deborah's clinical experience?
Deborah has 15 years of professional experience as a clinical therapist.
What are her credentials and license details?
She is credentialed as an LMSW and holds license number MI LMSW 6801115130.
Which languages does she speak?
This profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is Deborah located?
She is based in the state of Michigan.
How can people work with her remotely?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How does the cost structure work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with Deborah.