Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty, MI Psychologist 6301018016
Michigan licensed psychologist for collaborative care
- 10 years experience
- Virtual sessions available
- Individualized evidence-based approach
About Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us.” Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty brings this spirit to her work as a licensed clinical psychologist in Michigan (MI Psychologist 6301018016). Born and raised in the state, she provides virtual telehealth psychotherapy that blends evidence-based methods into an integrative plan tailored to each person’s needs.
Her sessions are interactive, engaging, and collaborative, and she integrates a light touch of humor when appropriate to build rapport. She values mutual learning and approaches each therapeutic relationship with openness and respect, offering a trusting, judgement-free space where people can speak honestly and explore difficult topics. She meets clients where they are and responds with the same frankness and support she asks for in return.
Dr. Dalton-Trusty frequently assigns brief, purposeful homework designed to be both doable and thought-provoking. These activities encourage self-reflection, critical thinking, and cognitive reframing, and help clients practice seeing situations and relationships from multiple perspectives. While clients may present with similar concerns, she does not apply a single formula; treatment is individualized based on personality, interests, and clinical needs.
With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked across several states including North Carolina, the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania during her education, training, and career. Her background includes providing services across the lifespan to children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural and minority communities. Her practice emphasizes helping people identify feelings, clarify options, take actionable steps, and build their own strengths while supporting change.
Her sessions are interactive, engaging, and collaborative, and she integrates a light touch of humor when appropriate to build rapport. She values mutual learning and approaches each therapeutic relationship with openness and respect, offering a trusting, judgement-free space where people can speak honestly and explore difficult topics. She meets clients where they are and responds with the same frankness and support she asks for in return.
Dr. Dalton-Trusty frequently assigns brief, purposeful homework designed to be both doable and thought-provoking. These activities encourage self-reflection, critical thinking, and cognitive reframing, and help clients practice seeing situations and relationships from multiple perspectives. While clients may present with similar concerns, she does not apply a single formula; treatment is individualized based on personality, interests, and clinical needs.
With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked across several states including North Carolina, the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania during her education, training, and career. Her background includes providing services across the lifespan to children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural and minority communities. Her practice emphasizes helping people identify feelings, clarify options, take actionable steps, and build their own strengths while supporting change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty have?
Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a licensed psychologist in Michigan - MI Psychologist 6301018016.
In which languages does Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Dalton-Trusty through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty work with international clients?
Dr. Dalton-Trusty does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Lucetry Dalton-Trusty 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Dr. Dalton-Trusty
Dr. Dalton-Trusty draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values, accept difficult emotions, and take meaningful action aligned with what matters most. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where people want to live in greater alignment with their priorities.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental stance so clients can explore concerns at their own pace. This approach supports self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, and identity work by creating space for personal growth.
In addition, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of her toolkit for targeting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical, skills-based strategies. CBT can be effective for mood concerns, anxiety, coping with change, and building problem-solving skills.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Dalton-Trusty works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and she adapts methods as treatment progresses. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from several approaches to match each client’s unique needs.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain consistency during life changes, and access care from home or other convenient locations while working toward personal goals.
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