Kelsey Devries, LMSW

Kelsey Devries is a Michigan-based Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with nine years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, depression, and a range of relationship and family concerns. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person’s goals and strengths.

Kelsey’s approach is warm and interactive, aiming to create a comfortable space where clients can explore difficult topics and also find moments of relief and even laughter. She emphasizes collaboration, practical skill-building, and structured problem solving so that therapy stays focused on meaningful change and everyday coping strategies.

Clients seeking help with parenting challenges, grief, intimacy or attachment concerns, substance use, anger, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, or self-esteem issues will find a practitioner who balances compassion with clear tools. As an LMSW - a licensed social worker with graduate-level training - she combines clinical training with a commitment to helping people define and live into their own sense of wellness.

Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online

Kelsey offers several complementary approaches that translate well to online care. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, collaborative relationship and helping people identify their own goals - it is useful for exploring life changes, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it a strong fit for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and coping challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kelsey works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on individual needs, priorities, and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted as goals evolve.

Online therapy with Kelsey uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options allow sessions to fit into busy schedules, support continuity of care during life transitions, and make it easier to use skills between sessions with guidance from a licensed professional.