Bushra Alsafari , LMSW

Bushra Alsafari is a Michigan-based licensed clinical social worker with 8 years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, relationship difficulties, and mood concerns. She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and a master’s degree in Social Work, and she is a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor. Bushra combines evidence-informed techniques with a calm, client-centered approach to help clients build coping skills, improve self-esteem, and navigate grief, trauma, and life transitions.

She emphasizes mindfulness practices and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals and circumstances while maintaining an open, nonjudgmental space for thoughts and feelings. Bushra aims to meet clients where they are and provide practical strategies alongside supportive listening, helping them take steps toward meaningful change.

Mindfulness and CBT-Based Online Care

Bushra Alsafari draws primarily on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness therapy to support clients in online sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and anger. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and improve coping with stress, trauma, and cravings.

She also uses elements of client-centered care, creating a supportive environment where the client's priorities guide the work. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Bushra will work with each person to identify goals, try strategies, and adjust the plan based on what proves most helpful and comfortable for the client.

Online therapy with Bushra is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life. These options allow for flexible scheduling, consistent follow-up, and the ability to access licensed professionals from different locations, helping clients maintain momentum between sessions and apply new skills in daily routines.