- CBT
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Kimatha
Kimatha Spratling is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with six years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and the challenges that come with major life changes. She also supports those navigating grief, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, and issues related to identity and sexual orientation. Young adult issues are a noted focus, including the pressures of early adulthood like starting careers, leaving home, and relationship changes.
Kimatha uses clear, skills-based approaches in sessions. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and shift unhelpful thought patterns. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and Motivational Interviewing to support change. Trauma-Focused Therapy is part of her work when past events are affecting daily life.
Sessions aim to be practical. Kimatha helps people set small goals and practices between meetings. She pays attention to what each person already does well and builds on those strengths. Conversations often include role practice, coping exercises, and concrete strategies for stress and communication.
Her background includes six years of professional practice in Michigan settings. She holds the LMSW credential and offers therapy in English. International clients are not accepted. Costs vary by location and are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
To start, a person selects the See online therapy options button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules a first session. Confirm current session formats before booking.
How her approaches fit into online sessions
Kimatha commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills in session. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence, which helps with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. DBT skills teach concrete techniques for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and practicing healthier communication.She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past events continue to affect daily life. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will discuss goals, preferences, and how the methods feel in practice, then adjust the plan together as work progresses.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins on a work break when needed. These practical benefits often help young adults keep sessions consistent while balancing study, early careers, and social demands.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem, grief, trauma and eating-related issues, plus young adult transitions.
How would she work with someone feeling lost after college?
She uses goal-focused conversations and motivational interviewing to clarify next steps and build momentum for work, study, or other plans.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is skills-based and practical, using CBT to change thinking patterns and DBT techniques for emotion regulation.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, relationships, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LMSW, which is a Licensed Master Social Worker credential, and practices in Michigan.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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