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Dr. Chelsea Dumas

Practical, collaborative care for stress and addiction recovery

MI Psychologist 6301018607, IL Psychologist 071009812 Michigan

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Chelsea

Dr. Chelsea Dumas is a clinical psychologist licensed in Michigan and Illinois who focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship concerns, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.

Background and approach

She combines evidence-informed methods to help people examine how thoughts, feelings, and environments interact and to build practical skills for daily functioning. With 12 years of clinical experience, she has particular expertise addressing substance use and its effects on individuals and their families, as well as treating mood disorders and trauma-related symptoms.

Her style blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with client-centered principles and an appreciation for family-systems influences, which means she attends to how relationships and surroundings affect coping and problem solving. Sessions move at the client’s pace and prioritize goals that matter to the individual.

Dr. Dumas draws on motivational interviewing and trauma-focused strategies when appropriate to support changes in behavior and to process difficult experiences.

She practices from Michigan and holds licenses as MI Psychologist 6301018607 and IL Psychologist 071009812. English is her working language and she does not accept international clients.

Prospective clients can expect a collaborative, practical approach aimed at managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Combining evidence-based approaches with flexible online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and working at the client’s pace, supporting personal goals and fostering self-directed growth. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be useful for intense emotional reactions and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then draw on one or more methods that fit best. This partnership helps tailor strategies so they are practical and relevant to daily life.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to access care from different locations and at varied times. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, continue work during transitions, and maintain momentum between in-person appointments when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family issues, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue, along with related matters such as post-traumatic stress and substance-related problems.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her practice integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, client-centered principles, and family-systems awareness, aiming to change unhelpful thoughts while honoring each client’s pace and priorities.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns, with notable background in substance use, mood disorders, and trauma-related symptoms.
What credentials and where does she practice?
She is licensed as MI Psychologist 6301018607 and IL Psychologist 071009812 and practices from Michigan.
Which languages are available and does she accept international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCo-morbidityDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Illinois, Michigan

Languages

English