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Kimberly Richards, LCSW, LMSW

Christian-informed licensed social worker and CBT specialist
  • Faith-informed approach
  • Trauma and grief support
  • Flexible online sessions

About Kimberly Richards

Kimberly Richards is a licensed social worker in Michigan who brings 11 years of outpatient mental health experience to her practice. She centers her work in a compassionate, client-focused stance and integrates evidence-based methods to address a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma from childhood or adulthood, emotional and sexual abuse, relationship and parenting challenges, ADHD, PTSD, grief, and loss. Her background emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - an approach that examines thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress - alongside Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused techniques, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and EMDR when appropriate.

Kimberly identifies as a Christian and weaves her faith perspective into therapy for clients who find that orientation meaningful, while maintaining a respectful, sensitive, and nonjudgmental environment. She describes her style as warm and interactive, treating each person with dignity and viewing the client as the expert in their own life. Kimberly holds the credentials LCSW and LMSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Social Worker - reflecting advanced training and clinical licensure in social work. She approaches care as a collaborative process and considers it a privilege to support people as they heal, build skills, and move forward toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kimberly Richards have?

Kimberly Richards has 11 years of experience working in mental health as an outpatient therapist.

Is Kimberly Richards a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kimberly holds the credentials LCSW and LMSW. License details provided are AZ LCSW LCSW-22012 and MI LMSW 6801093102.

In which languages does Kimberly Richards provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Kimberly Richards located?

Kimberly Richards is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Kimberly Richards as my therapist?

You can work with Kimberly Richards through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kimberly Richards work with international clients?

Kimberly Richards does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kimberly Richards cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care



Kimberly commonly blends client-centered therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused techniques. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a respectful therapeutic relationship so clients feel understood and empowered to guide their own growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and experiment with new behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on understanding and processing the effects of traumatic experiences, offering strategies to manage triggers and build coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kimberly works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, accommodate busy lives, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.

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