- Mindfulness strategies
- Parenting support
- Grief and loss
About Therese
Therese Kaufman is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) who offers counseling from a practical, down-to-earth perspective. She earned her Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University and brings 11 years of clinical experience in outpatient and private-practice settings. Parents and individuals who are worried, tired, or unsure about next steps will find a straightforward approach focused on clear steps and daily coping skills.
She has worked in outpatient clinics and provided behavioral health care for Medicare-funded clients before establishing a private practice in Michigan. People contact her for common concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes. She also supports those facing parenting stress, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue.
Therese aims to help people identify what is within their control and make small, realistic changes. Sessions include practical strategies like mindfulness, simple mind-body activities such as walking or gentle yoga, and habits that support better sleep and eating. The focus is on building a toolbox of skills that fit everyday life.
She also brings experience with hospice and end-of-life counseling and works with clients navigating grief and loss. Her manner is respectful and nonjudgmental, and she centers each conversation on what the person needs in the moment. Families and parents seeking guidance around parenting concerns will find clear, applicable ideas to try between sessions.
Therese encourages an honest, collaborative process. She helps people notice what’s causing distress and supports them as they try practical changes to feel more in control and cope better day to day.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Mindfulness involves short practices that bring attention to the present moment and reduce stress. It can help with anxiety, sleep problems, and managing strong emotions by teaching simple breathing and attention exercises.Mind-body activities mean pairing movement or gentle practices with awareness, such as walking mindfully or basic yoga stretches. These techniques support mood, sleep, and physical tension without complex routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs and goals and then choose techniques together. This is a collaborative process that adapts over time as needs change.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into busy schedules and avoiding travel time. Online care can make it easier to check in during a lunch break, have shorter follow-ups, or keep therapy consistent through life changes. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm the available options before booking to ensure they match your needs.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Therese address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting challenges, sleep issues, anger, self-esteem, ADHD concerns, LGBT topics, compassion fatigue, relationship and life change struggles, plus hospice and end-of-life counseling.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and down-to-earth, focusing on simple skills like mindfulness, mind-body activities, and sleep hygiene that clients can use between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has 11 years of experience and has worked in outpatient clinics, provided behavioral health care for Medicare-funded clients, and runs a private practice in Michigan.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds an LMSW, which stands for licensed master social worker, and practices in Michigan.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy here?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.