Colette Spaulding, LMSW
Colette Spaulding, Michigan LMSW for trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and depression
- EMDR and DBT
About Colette Spaulding
Colette Spaulding brings fifteen years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. As an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), she combines practical skills with genuine compassion to help individuals explore what has happened in their lives and develop tools for greater satisfaction and peace of mind.
She frames therapy around collaboration rather than judgment, inviting clients to tell their stories while identifying patterns, strengths, and coping strategies. That collaborative approach aims to increase self awareness, improve interpersonal connections, and promote healing and growth. Colette works with people navigating mood disorders, obsessive thoughts, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting difficulties, career changes, and the complexities of intimacy and family relationships.
Trained in evidence based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and EMDR, she tailors interventions to each person rather than applying a one size fits all model. She has experience supporting survivors of domestic violence and trauma and addressing co occurring disorders, anger, and impulsivity. Colette values flexibility, warmth, and even a touch of humor as part of the therapeutic process, believing that moments of levity can coexist with meaningful recovery and change.
Her practice emphasizes respect for each person's whole experience and a steady partnership in working toward practical, sustainable shifts that align with individual goals and values.
She frames therapy around collaboration rather than judgment, inviting clients to tell their stories while identifying patterns, strengths, and coping strategies. That collaborative approach aims to increase self awareness, improve interpersonal connections, and promote healing and growth. Colette works with people navigating mood disorders, obsessive thoughts, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting difficulties, career changes, and the complexities of intimacy and family relationships.
Trained in evidence based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and EMDR, she tailors interventions to each person rather than applying a one size fits all model. She has experience supporting survivors of domestic violence and trauma and addressing co occurring disorders, anger, and impulsivity. Colette values flexibility, warmth, and even a touch of humor as part of the therapeutic process, believing that moments of levity can coexist with meaningful recovery and change.
Her practice emphasizes respect for each person's whole experience and a steady partnership in working toward practical, sustainable shifts that align with individual goals and values.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Colette Spaulding have?
Colette Spaulding has 15 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Colette Spaulding a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are listed as MI LMSW 6801090723.
In which languages does Colette Spaulding provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Colette Spaulding located?
Colette Spaulding is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Colette Spaulding as my therapist?
You can work with Colette Spaulding through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text based messaging.
Does Colette Spaulding work with international clients?
Yes, Colette Spaulding works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Colette Spaulding 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.
Approaches for online healing and coping
Colette uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is offered to build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is employed when processing symptoms related to trauma and abuse, using structured techniques to reduce the distress associated with traumatic memories.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Colette works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. That collaborative process allows for adjustments over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with Colette is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options help make therapy more accessible for people balancing work, family, or geographic constraints while allowing licensed professionals to provide consistent, goal oriented care from a distance.