- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Scott
Scott Verner is a Licensed Master Social Worker, MI LMSW, with eight years of clinical experience in Michigan. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, and parenting challenges. Sessions are conducted in English and focus on practical changes people can use right away.
Scott uses straightforward, skills-based methods to help people manage intense feelings and reduce conflict. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients notice patterns, test new responses, and practice different ways of coping. Mindfulness techniques and solution-focused work are used to make shifts feel doable between sessions.
In sessions he talks through specific problems and builds small, concrete steps to try. The work often includes practicing new communication habits, learning stress-management tools, and planning ways to respond differently when anger or frustration rise. He also addresses related concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, OCD patterns, and trauma symptoms when they affect daily life.
Scott has experience supporting people who are autistic or who have intellectual disabilities, and he adapts the pace and language of sessions to what each person needs. He emphasizes respect and straightforward feedback rather than labels. Practical skill building and clear strategies are central to his approach.
To begin he asks people to describe what they want to change and to set short-term goals together. Sessions focus on usable skills, clearer communication, and steps that fit into a client's everyday routine.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Scott often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in clear, practical ways. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress. It is helpful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that feed anger. DBT emphasizes skills for regulating emotion, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which is useful when anger and relationship conflict are common.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Scott works collaboratively to choose techniques that fit a person's goals and preferences. He checks in about what helps, adjusts the pace, and builds small practice tasks that can be used between meetings.
The original biography does not list which online session formats are provided, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they save travel time, fit into a lunch break, or allow easier attendance when schedules are tight. Online work also lets clients practice skills in the settings where problems occur and bring real examples back to the therapist for feedback.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with people who lose their temper with loved ones, struggle with workplace frustration, hold growing resentment, or live with someone else's anger. Anger is addressed alongside related problems like stress, anxiety, and relationship strain.
How would he describe his therapy style?
Scott uses a direct, skills-focused style that emphasizes practical steps and practice between sessions. Sessions mix discussion with hands-on tools from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working in Michigan with adults and with people who have autism or intellectual disabilities. That background informs how he adjusts pacing and language in sessions.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is a Licensed Master Social Worker, MI LMSW, practicing in Michigan. Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are conducted in English for people located in Michigan.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm the current session options before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are available.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.