- CBT methods
- DBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Kimberly
Kimberly Root is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan with nine years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, bipolar challenges, trauma or abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Kimberly uses straightforward talk therapy that focuses on practical skills. She combines cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior techniques, and mindfulness practices to help people manage strong emotions and patterns of thinking. Sessions look at thoughts, behaviors, and day-to-day habits that keep problems going and build tools to respond differently.
She also addresses issues that often come up alongside primary concerns, such as attachment and abandonment worries, body image, blended family challenges, caregiver strain, chronic pain or illness, eating and food-related concerns, communication problems, and problems after divorce or disaster. First responder stress and co-occurring conditions are included in her range of experience.
In sessions Kimberly talks through what is happening now and what changes would matter most to the person. She uses clear, measurable steps from CBT and DBT and adds mindfulness exercises where they help with staying present and regulating emotions. The emphasis is on skills you can use between appointments.
People who want practical strategies for moving forward after a change in work, relationships, health, or routine often choose this approach. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to review goals and plan next steps.
How CBT, DBT and Mindfulness work in remote sessions
Kimberly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework that target specific patterns tied to anxiety, depression, or stress.She uses dialectical behavior therapy skills for managing intense emotions and improving emotional regulation. DBT techniques focus on distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication when strong feelings arise.
Mindfulness practices are offered to help with staying present and reducing reactivity. These are short, practical exercises you can try between meetings to build calm and attention.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Kimberly will review your goals and preferences, and she works collaboratively to choose the methods that seem most useful. That process includes trying techniques and checking what helps in real life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often use those practical benefits to help sessions fit into everyday life without changing the therapeutic focus.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, addictions, grief, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
She uses a mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior techniques, and mindfulness to identify unhelpful patterns and build practical skills for everyday situations.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kimberly has nine years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach in Michigan.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.