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Kirstin Davis

Kirstin Davis

LMSW

Therapist in Michigan

Warm, collaborative therapist focused on practical change

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  • Experience 12 years
  • Languages English
  • Sessions Online
  • Nonjudgmental listener
  • Goal oriented
  • Voice preferred

About Kirstin

Kirstin Davis is a licensed master social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and isolation or loneliness. She listens to each person's story and looks for new angles to address difficult moments. Kirstin aims to meet clients where they are and support their efforts to feel better and regain direction.

She has practiced in Michigan and previously worked in Texas with NFL players who had traumatic brain injuries. Her background also includes work with adults and adolescents in neuropsychology, and she brings about 12 years of combined internship and professional experience to sessions. Kirstin often connects with younger clients and says she enjoys being a role model for adolescents.

Her style is nonjudgmental and collaborative. She avoids simply giving advice and instead helps you explore who you are and what matters to you. Sessions focus on practical steps that match a person's goals and life situation.

Kirstin uses approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-focused care. These tools are applied in ways that fit each person rather than following a rigid plan.

She asks that people choosing her therapist profile be comfortable with voice-only sessions, since she prefers those after initial meetings and travels frequently. If you want to work on communication, self-esteem, coping with life changes, or addiction-related concerns, she can help you talk through those issues and set achievable steps forward.

How her approaches work in online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding your experience. The therapist follows your lead, reflects what matters most to you, and helps you clarify goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful reactions and reduce anxiety or low mood.

Finding the right fit is part of the work. Kirstin treats approach selection as a team decision, adjusting methods based on your needs, goals, and preferences. She will discuss which strategies seem most useful and try them alongside you rather than imposing a single path.

The therapist prefers voice-only sessions after initial meetings and notes she will use video in some cases, usually early on. Because formats are arranged by scheduling, confirm current session options before booking to make sure they match your needs. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time so people can meet during breaks or between commitments.

License and NPI

LMSW Michigan · No. 6801111204
NPI1639520836

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kirstin commonly address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, self-esteem, addiction, trauma, and isolation or loneliness among other concerns.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental. She helps clients explore who they are and sets practical steps rather than handing out advice.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

She has about 12 years of combined internship and professional experience, including work with adults and adolescents in neuropsychology and with NFL players who had traumatic brain injuries.

What credential does she hold and where is she located?

She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with clients outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what do sessions cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to try therapy with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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