- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Renee
Renee LaVigne is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 25 years of practice. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and anger. She speaks English and draws on long experience to help people sort through what feels overwhelming.
Renee uses practical talk and structured methods to help people make changes. She leans on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered approaches to help people notice patterns and try new responses. Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing are also part of her toolbox when they fit a person’s goals.
Sessions start with building rapport through video or phone so she can understand what matters most to each person. She does not offer texting-only therapy; messages through a client portal are available between sessions. Renee describes initial sessions as a time to set priorities and identify small, workable steps forward.
Her work includes helping people manage anger that shows up at home or work, and addressing related concerns like communication problems, control issues, guilt, and forgiveness. She also supports people facing life changes, career strain, addictions, and caregiver stress. She encourages practical changes that reduce daily pressure and help people feel more in control.
Renee also assists with issues such as body image, blended family adjustments, intimacy questions, and coping with bipolar or co-occurring conditions. People who choose her work through a subscription model can cancel at any time and are guided through a short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.
How her methods translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck on them. It focuses on values and small actions that point toward what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person's own priorities and uses supportive listening to clarify goals and choices.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your goals and preferences, suggest methods that fit, and adjust as you go. Sessions often mix techniques so practical skills and personal values both get attention.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking. The therapist has stated a preference for establishing connection by video or phone and does not offer texting-only therapy; portal messaging is an option between sessions. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time while still using therapy tools like mindfulness exercises, behavioral experiments, and values-based planning.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting challenges, and related issues such as guilt, forgiveness, and communication problems.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered methods, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to help people notice patterns and try new responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience as a clinician working with adults on mood, relationship, and life transition issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she use?
She prefers to establish rapport by video or phone at the start and does not offer texting-only therapy; confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.