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Scott Verner, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW in Michigan - anxiety and mood concerns
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- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Scott
Scott Verner is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with eight years of experience. He focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
He works in a direct, interactive way and uses practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and habits. Scott draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and related approaches to help people notice thinking patterns and try new responses. Sessions emphasize clear steps and exercises rather than vague talk.
Scott also brings methods from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused work when those approaches fit the issue. That means some sessions include skills for emotion regulation, brief problem-solving, and attention practices to reduce reactivity. He adapts the mix of techniques to the person's goals and needs.
He has experience supporting adults and children with a wide range of concerns, including autism spectrum conditions, OCD and compulsive behaviors, panic and phobias, trauma symptoms, dissociation, communication problems, and mood disorders. He also helps people dealing with guilt, shame, and issues around self-love.
Sessions include straightforward discussion, skill teaching, and at-home practice tasks. People are encouraged to track changes between sessions and try small experiments to see what works. The emphasis is on clear, measurable steps toward better day-to-day coping.
How his approaches translate to online work
Scott commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy online. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors with brief exercises and homework, which adapts well to video or phone sessions because tasks can be reviewed and assigned between meetings. DBT provides concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance and can be taught through stepwise coaching and practice during sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Scott will collaborate with each person to decide whether CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices, or solution-focused steps make the most sense. That choice depends on the client's goals, symptoms, and preferences rather than a preset method.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. When available, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use in-session tools such as worksheets, skills coaching, and brief experiments that link directly to daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship concerns, addiction issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related problems such as OCD, phobias, and trauma symptoms.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people recognize and test unhelpful thoughts and habits and then try alternative responses. Sessions include practical exercises and at-home practice tasks.
What is his professional background and experience?
He holds the LMSW credential and has eight years of clinical experience working with a range of adult and child concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LMSW in Michigan and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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