Bridget Kujansuu, LMSW

Bridget Kujansuu is a Michigan-based therapist with 20 years of professional experience who supports people facing a wide range of life challenges. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and brings a warm, non-judgmental, and interactive approach to her work. Bridget has particular experience helping clients manage stress and anxiety, navigate parenting and teen issues, address anger and motivation concerns, and build self-esteem and confidence.

Her practice also includes work with depression, coping with life changes, relationship difficulties, grief, and ADHD, as well as caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, money and financial issues, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and workplace concerns. Bridget emphasizes treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while focusing on their strengths.

She believes that people are the experts in their own lives and that tapping into existing strengths is central to meaningful change. Bridget frames seeking help as a courageous first step and positions herself as a supportive partner who empowers clients through collaborative work and practical strategies tailored to their needs.

Therapeutic approaches and online session options

Bridget draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy to support people in practical, goal-oriented ways. Client-centered therapy centers on the client experience and provides a respectful, empathetic space where a person’s own insights and strengths guide the work - it is useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and addressing relational concerns. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to improve coping skills. Solution-focused therapy emphasizes clear goals and small, achievable steps so clients can see progress quickly when dealing with challenges like parenting stress or workplace issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Bridget works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions over time so the plan evolves with the client’s progress.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and caregiving responsibilities and allow people to access a licensed professional from wherever they are located, including international clients.