Naomi Silverman

Compassionate clinician supporting meaningful change

LMSW Michigan

Experience: 35 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Naomi

Naomi Silverman is a licensed master’s level clinical social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings 35 years of clinical experience to her work. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and self-esteem concerns, and she tailors treatment plans to each person’s goals and circumstances.

Background and approach

Naomi emphasizes respectful, compassionate care and supports clients through life transitions, motivation challenges, relationship and intimacy issues, and a range of other concerns including ADHD and sleeping difficulties. Her approach draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.

Naomi has worked extensively with older adolescents, adults, and seniors and also attends to issues like caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, blended family dynamics, and career or parenting challenges. She acknowledges that seeking change takes courage and works collaboratively with clients to create flexible, individualized paths toward improved coping and greater satisfaction in daily life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Naomi uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress, which can be useful for sleep problems, low motivation, and emotional regulation. She also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility through acceptance and committed action. ACT can be helpful for coping with grief, chronic illness, and persistent worry.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Naomi partners with each client to explore which methods feel most relevant and to adapt techniques to individual goals and life circumstances, adjusting as needs evolve during therapy.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care across distances or busy routines, and they allow clients to access supportive, licensed professionals in ways that fit their daily lives.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Naomi address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, sleeping problems, and caregiver fatigue.

What therapeutic approaches does she use?

The practice incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques to match interventions to client needs.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Naomi brings 35 years of professional experience working in clinical social work settings.

What are Naomi's credentials and where is she located?

She holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan with license number MI LMSW 6801062255.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English or with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost determined for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

35+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English