Linda Burroughs, LMSW

Linda Burroughs is a seasoned licensed social worker with more than 35 years of experience helping people navigate stress, relationships, grief, trauma, and life transitions. She practices in Michigan and holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and brings academic preparation that includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, a Teaching Certificate from the State of Michigan, a Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan University, and 45 hours of postgraduate study.

Her background spans a wide range of settings and populations. She has worked in an agency addressing the medical, social, and emotional needs of children and adults, provided home-based services to people with physical disabilities and to at-risk mothers, and supported adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and loss. She has also served as a school social worker, an administrator of special education programs, a principal of an early childhood building, and an adjunct professor. These varied roles have contributed to a diverse skill set and a depth of clinical experience.

Linda approaches growth as a process that emerges from a client s own strengths and determination. She focuses on listening, helping people develop practical strategies, and recognizing progress along the way. She invites those seeking support to consider working with her as they take steps toward improved well-being, and she looks forward to supporting clients in their efforts to reach meaningful goals.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Linda Burroughs integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness approaches to support clients in online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes an empathetic, nonjudgmental stance in which the therapist listens closely and helps the individual identify their own goals and solutions - this approach is useful for building self-awareness and exploring personal values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors; it is practical for managing anxiety, depression, and day-to-day challenges by teaching concrete skills. Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness and techniques for managing stress and strong emotions, which can help with coping, anger, and symptoms related to trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is determined collaboratively. Linda works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors interventions so the chosen methods fit the individual s situation and pace.

Online therapy with Linda is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility considerations, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions and to use therapeutic tools between appointments while working with licensed professionals who guide the process.