Naomi Silverman, LMSW

Naomi Silverman is a licensed masters-level clinical social worker in Michigan with 35 years of professional experience. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), she brings long-standing clinical knowledge to work with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence concerns. Naomi works well with older adolescents, adults, and seniors and adapts her approach to meet each person where they are.

Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she believes a tailored dialogue and individualized treatment plan are essential to meaningful progress. Naomi recognizes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and she offers steady support throughout that process. Her focus is on collaborating with clients to identify goals, build coping skills, and foster greater resilience in daily life.

Clients can expect thoughtful listening, practical strategies, and a treatment plan shaped around their unique needs and circumstances. Naomi aims to create an environment that encourages growth, recovery, and improved wellbeing at whatever pace feels right for each person.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Naomi draws on several evidence-based approaches to guide online work in ways that feel practical and person-centered. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward valued goals - it is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, genuine listening, and accepting the client's experience without judgment - this approach supports self-exploration, confidence building, and recovery from loss or low motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides structured tools to identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop alternative coping strategies - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or motivation difficulties.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Naomi collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the plan evolves with progress and changing circumstances.

Online therapy with Naomi is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or varied time zones. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from a comfortable setting, and fit therapy into everyday life.