Donald Holmes(He/Him/His)
Master of Social Work, MSW•Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
Michigan
Anxiety -Bipolar disorder- Depression- Relationship issues- Stress management- Trauma-
Donald Holmes
(He/Him/His)
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Professional statement
Don Holmes has worked as a counselor/therapist. since. 1989, beginning his work as an adolescent therapist in nonprofit organizations. After receiving his Master Degree in Social Work, he worked for a telephone. crisis line for 15 years, as he continued to work as a therapist . Having accumulated a great deal of experience. with many different presenting problems. ages. and ethnicities, he continues to provide telehealth therapeutic services. Cliental have included. people. with relationships issues, depression, anxiety, and loneliness, to name but a few.
Utilizing a strength-based, solution-focused and collaborative approach, treatment is tailored to the individual by using a variety of different types of therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Therapy (TFCBT) and more.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 24 years
Betterhelp , telehealth therapist, 2024 - Present
Headway, telehealth therapist, 2025 - Present
New Directions-Wellspring Lutheran Services (Formerly Lutheran and Child and Family Service of Michigan), ccouselor/therapist, 1989 - 2024
Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO)-Emergency Telephone Service , crisis counselor/Interim Program Manager of the Gambling Treatment Program, 2003 - 2015
Wayne State University , Master of Social Work Degree – Concentration: Family and Youth 5/2002, 2002
Wayne State University , Bachelor of Science- High Distinction and Honors in Psychology, 1986
Licensure
Michigan: 6801083445Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
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Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$120 (60min)
- Sliding scale:$60 - $120
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