Kirstin Davis, LMSW

Kirstin Davis is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 12 years of experience in clinical work and internships. She has provided care in varied settings, including work in Texas with NFL players who sustained traumatic brain injuries and clinical roles in neuropsychology serving both adults and adolescents. Her background includes supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, life management struggles, addictions, grief, trauma, and a range of other issues.

Known for a listening-first approach, she enjoys hearing clients' stories and exploring fresh angles to address problems. She emphasizes meeting people where they are, offering nonjudgmental, collaborative support rather than directive advice. Her practice focuses on helping clients identify strengths, clarify goals, and work toward fuller potential while honoring each person’s pace and preferences.

As someone in her early thirties, she values being a role model for adolescents and connects well with younger clients as well as adults. She stresses the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and approaches each case with seriousness and compassion. She generally prefers phone or voice-based sessions after an initial meeting by video when needed, because she travels frequently; prospective clients are asked to select her only if they are comfortable with that arrangement.

Approaches That Shape Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective leads the work. This approach helps people who want validation, improved self-understanding, and a collaborative pace for change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is skills-oriented and practical, helping clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective patterns. CBT often benefits people managing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and reducing their ongoing impact. It is useful for clients coping with past abuse, injury-related trauma, or other overwhelming events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kirstin will work collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can select the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing work, school, travel, and daily responsibilities.