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Constance Guthrie

Constance Guthrie

LMSW

Michigan

Practical support for stress and life changes

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At a glance

Credentials
LMSW
License
LMSW, Michigan / 6801108111
Experience
7 years
Languages
English
Location
Michigan

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Skills focused
    • English sessions

    About Constance

    Constance Guthrie, LMSW, helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, ADHD, and big life changes. She speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions. Constance aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is worried and unsure about therapy.

    Her approach centers on listening first. She uses Motivational Interviewing to draw out what matters most to each person. She also uses client-centered methods and tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to address thoughts, behaviors, and coping skills.

    Constance has seven years of clinical experience and holds a Master of Social Work, listed as LMSW. She trained at Michigan State University after completing undergraduate social work studies at Oakland University. Her background includes work with adolescents and adults on emotional regulation, mindfulness, and stress reduction.

    In sessions she focuses on clear goals, small changes, and skills practice. That can mean building routines for mood, learning strategies to manage panic or anger, or practicing mindful breathing for overwhelming moments. She encourages people to tap into their strengths and to move at a pace that feels right for them.

    People looking for help with parenting stress, adoption and foster care issues, blended family dynamics, chronic illness or pain, relationship communication, impulsivity, loneliness, money strain, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, or young adult challenges will find relevant experience in her work. Constance offers sessions in English and practices in Michigan.

  2. How therapeutic approaches guide online work

    Motivational Interviewing is a way of talking that helps people clarify their goals and the reasons they want to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to boost motivation and commitment. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person without judgment and following their pace, which can help people feel heard and make choices from a clearer place. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and then practices small behavior changes to improve mood and reduce anxiety.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Then she will suggest methods and adapt them over time so the plan fits how the person wants to proceed.

    If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit care into a busy day, avoid travel time, or have a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. They also allow continued work when life makes in-person visits difficult. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your routine and needs so sessions feel realistic and helpful.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

    Also works with

    Trauma and abuseParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

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

    Experience

    7+ years

    Listed in

    Michigan

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Constance commonly support?

    She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, ADHD, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, and related areas.

    How would you describe her therapy style?

    Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens first, then works on small, practical steps and skills that fit day-to-day life.

    What is her professional background?

    She has seven years of clinical experience and earned a master of social work degree. She holds the LMSW credential.

    Where does she practice and what are her credentials?

    She practices in Michigan and is listed as LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker.

    Which languages are used in sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How does pricing and payment work?

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

    How do I begin a series of sessions?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist 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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