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Bushra Alsafari

Bushra Alsafari

LMSW

Michigan

Practical, collaborative therapy focused on change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMSW
License
LMSW, Michigan / 6801095560
Experience
8 years
Languages
English
Location
Michigan

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    • Mindfulness
    • CBT tools
    • Motivational support

    About Bushra

    Bushra Alsafari is a licensed clinical social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with eight years of professional experience. She holds a masters degree in social work and focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, depression, and low confidence. She aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and affirms the courage it takes to begin.

    In sessions she creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about their thoughts and feelings. Her work often weaves mindfulness techniques with cognitive behavioral ideas to help people notice patterns and try small, practical changes. Motivational Interviewing is also part of her approach when clients are weighing change or struggling with motivation.

    Her style leans toward clear, collaborative conversations and short-term problem solving when that fits a person's goals. She also supports people through longer issues such as trauma, grief, bipolar mood concerns, anger, and relationship stress. Sessions focus on concrete skills people can use between meetings and on building steady coping strategies.

    Bushra explains concepts plainly and checks in about what methods feel helpful. She encourages pacing the work to match each person's readiness. If someone wants to start, she guides them through the initial steps to begin scheduling care.

    Her practice centers on practical tools, steady support, and respect for each person's own goals. She helps people break down big problems into smaller, actionable steps and celebrates progress along the way.

  2. How her approaches translate to online care

    Many of her techniques are easy to use in online sessions. Motivational Interviewing focuses on listening, building motivation, and helping people find their own reasons to change; it works well for addiction, habit changes, and readiness challenges. Client-Centered Therapy centers conversations on the person's own goals and feelings, creating space to talk through worries and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.

    Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to pick approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences and will adjust strategies as progress is made. The plan evolves based on what is helpful in practice.

    Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow quick check-ins between appointments. They also let people try different tools like mindfulness exercises and homework assignments from wherever makes sense for their daily life.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesDepression

    Also works with

    Trauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    8+ years

    Listed in

    Michigan

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Bushra address in sessions?

    She supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem challenges, relationship strain, career stress, bipolar mood issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her style is collaborative and practical, using mindfulness and cognitive behavioral techniques alongside motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas to set clear, achievable goals.

    What is her professional background?

    She has eight years of clinical experience and a masters degree in social work. Her background includes work helping people with addiction and mood concerns.

    What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

    She practices in Michigan and holds the credential LMSW, which stands for licensed master social worker.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can people outside the US work with her?

    International clients are not accepted at this time.

    How does cost and subscription work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin if I want to work with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapists availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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