James "Jim" Dailey, LMSW

James "Jim" Dailey is a Michigan-based licensed social worker who brings years of practical experience supporting people through life transitions and emotional challenges. He holds an LMSW, a state-issued social work license, and has worked in the field of social work since 2009. Over that time he has supported individuals coping with depression, anxiety, traumatic brain injury, aging and chronic illness, self-esteem concerns, grief and loss, and other stressors. Jim values the opportunity to build a strong therapeutic alliance with people from diverse backgrounds and approaches each professional relationship with respect and curiosity.

His therapeutic manner is consistently described as supportive and judgment-free. Peers have noted his calming presence, and many clients have felt comfortable opening up about difficult life experiences. Jim aims to provide a welcoming space to name and process emotions such as stress, anxiety, anger, and grief, listening attentively and reflecting those feelings back as part of the work.

Silence is welcomed when it helps people collect their thoughts, and he emphasizes meeting clients where they are on any given day. His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and relaxation techniques. Clients report finding relief from guided breathing and progressive muscle relaxation exercises that are often integrated into sessions.

Jim adheres to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and encourages prospective clients to ask questions about therapy or web-based options. He welcomes inquiries from those who want to learn more about his approach and whether it might fit their needs.