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Kimberly Root

LMSW

Kimberly Root , LMSW

Therapist in Michigan

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About Kimberly

Kimberly Root is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing individual therapy in Michigan with nine years of experience as a psychotherapist and life coach. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, career transitions, trauma and adjustment difficulties, and recovery from physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her clinical approach blends cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to create practical, evidence-informed strategies tailored to each person's needs. Her style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels when working with diverse life experiences.

Kimberly aims to collaborate with clients to shape conversations and treatment plans that reflect individual goals and circumstances. She emphasizes empowerment and practical coping skills while attending to deeper patterns related to attachment, grief, self-esteem, and stress. Those ready to explore change will find a supportive, nonjudgmental clinician focused on helping them move toward greater wellbeing.

Kimberly brings a flexible, person-centered orientation to therapy and adapts interventions to match each client’s priorities, preferences, and pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to change behaviors and emotional responses. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to support people who struggle with intense emotions, relationship challenges, or self-destructive patterns. Mindfulness therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and gentle, nonjudgmental attention to thoughts and feelings, which can reduce rumination and improve coping with stress and trauma.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Kimberly collaborates with each person to determine which combination of CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques best fits their goals, needs, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, varied comfort levels, and geographical constraints. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and daily responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Kimberly Root have?

Kimberly Root has nine years of clinical experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach.

Is Kimberly Root a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. Her Michigan license is listed as MI LMSW 6801095051.

In which languages does Kimberly Root provide therapy?

Kimberly Root provides therapy in English.

Where is Kimberly Root located?

Kimberly Root is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Kimberly Root as my therapist?

Prospective clients can work with Kimberly Root through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kimberly Root work with international clients?

Kimberly Root does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kimberly Root cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. Current pricing and payment details are available by selecting the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Interested individuals can select the "Start Therapy" button and complete a brief questionnaire used to match clients with their therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsGriefBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

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