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Kimatha Spratling, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW - Stress and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- CBT skills
- DBT strategies
- Motivational work
About Kimatha
Kimatha Spratling is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan with six years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, motivation and low self-esteem. She also supports those coping with depression and life changes.
She uses clear, practical methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions focus on small, doable steps clients can try between meetings. Kimatha draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to teach skills for managing emotions and improving communication.
Her work often includes short experiments, skill practice, and checking what helps in everyday life. Motivational Interviewing informs conversations about change and commitment. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past events affect current functioning.
Clients can expect straightforward talk about goals and obstacles. Kimatha frames clients as the expert on their own story and highlights strengths that support change. She aims to make planning and follow-through clearer, not abstract.
Her background in social work guides a practical focus on daily functioning and coping. People who want structured, skills-based sessions that emphasize noticing patterns and trying alternatives may find this approach useful.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Kimatha commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in session. CBT involves identifying patterns of thought and behavior, testing how helpful those patterns are, and practicing alternative responses. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, and stress management. DBT focuses on building concrete emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills to handle strong feelings and improve communication.Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will review goals and current challenges, try an approach for a few sessions, and adjust based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan stays practical and focused on observable changes.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use techniques together with real-life tasks at home, like practicing a conversation or doing a behavioral experiment between appointments. Ask about how sessions are scheduled and what format options are available when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, grief, eating issues, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, test alternatives, and practice new skills between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has six years of professional experience and practices as an LMSW in Michigan.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds an LMSW credential and is based in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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