Tiffany Washington , LMSW

Tiffany Washington is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and career strategist based in Michigan who brings 19 years of experience helping people navigate major life transitions and persistent challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Marygrove College in Detroit and a Master of Social Work from Wayne State University, and she has been licensed by the State of Michigan since 2011. The LMSW credential indicates a state social work license earned after completing graduate-level training and supervised practice.

Tiffany’s clinical focus includes career strategy and transitions, substance use concerns, stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, depression, trauma, grief, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy. She also supports clients facing caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, codependency, and addiction recovery. Much of her work centers on helping people make difficult decisions, build life-management skills, and find a fresh start when entering new seasons of life.

Her counseling style is solution-focused, strengths-driven, and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and empathy. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and motivational interviewing to tailor practical strategies to each person’s goals. Sessions are designed around the client’s needs and prioritize skills, clarity, and actionable steps. Tiffany is passionate about providing advocacy and support while clients address the areas of life they want to improve, change, or develop, and she aims to create a space where individuals can safely explore their hopes, values, and next steps.

Approach-Focused Care Delivered Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise; it is often used for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to build insight and self-directed change.

Tiffany works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches are the best fit for their needs and goals. She tailors interventions in partnership with clients, adjusting methods over time so therapy remains aligned with the client’s priorities and preferences.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility for scheduling and access from home or other convenient locations. Sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that suits their communication style and daily demands. This variety of options helps make consistent care more manageable during busy or transitional periods.