Dr. Chelsea Dumas , MI Psychologist 6301018607, IL Psychologist 071009812

Dr. Chelsea Dumas is a clinical psychologist who helps people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationship strains, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem concerns. She practices in Michigan and brings 12 years of experience to her work. She also focuses on issues such as postpartum and ongoing women's issues, mood disorders, and challenges tied to substance use and recovery.

Dr. Dumas uses a straightforward, collaborative style. She listens first to understand what matters most. Then she works at a pace set by the client and focuses on clear, practical steps to manage symptoms and move toward goals.

Her approach blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused methods. That means she helps people notice the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and tries out new ways of responding. She also pays attention to how family background and current relationships shape patterns and choices.

Sessions may include skill-building for managing anxiety and anger, strategies to improve sleep and mood, and support for quitting or cutting back on substances. She also addresses feelings of guilt, shame, abandonment, and the effects of past abuse.

People can expect direct, calm guidance and tools they can use between sessions. Dr. Dumas aims for practical change while respecting each person's pace and values.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's priorities. The therapist follows the client's pace, mirrors what matters most, and helps set goals that feel doable; this approach is useful for relationship, self-esteem, and life transition concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses simple exercises and experiments to test unhelpful thoughts and build new habits, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood regulation.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be helpful for anger, emotional overwhelm, and maintaining progress during recovery from substance use.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision can change over time as progress is made and new issues come up.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video is useful for fuller conversations and visual cues. Phone calls work well when bandwidth or transportation is a concern. Live chat and texting allow shorter check-ins, quick skill coaching, or support between appointments. These options make scheduling easier and help people keep consistent care while managing work, family, or travel.