Scarlett Cunningham , LMSW

Scarlett Cunningham is a licensed social worker in Michigan who helps people facing relationship strain, family problems, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on issues related to adoption and foster care, domestic violence, self-harm, sexuality, women’s issues, and concerns common in young adulthood. Scarlett writes in a warm, approachable way and invites people to start by simply saying what’s happening for them.

She has four years of professional experience working with children through early adults on relationships and family dynamics. Scarlett places a strong emphasis on boundaries and consent, and she teaches skills for forming healthier connections. Sessions are straightforward and practical, with concrete ideas to try between meetings.

Scarlett mixes an outgoing style with sensitivity. She often uses light humor to ease tense moments, while still listening closely to what matters to each person. The tone and pacing of sessions are adjusted to fit individual needs.

In meetings she focuses on building confidence and motivation, and on clear communication strategies that people can use right away. She aims to help people manage everyday stress and emotional overwhelm so they can function better at home, school, or work.

Signing up can feel scary, and she acknowledges that step as important. Scarlett encourages small first actions and works collaboratively to set practical goals that feel achievable.

Approaches that guide online care

Scarlett uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and improving everyday functioning. One approach emphasizes teaching clear boundaries and consent so people can form healthier relationships; sessions include role practice and real-life examples to make these skills usable. Another approach centers on managing stress and mood with practical coping strategies such as step-by-step problem solving and short behavioral changes that aim to reduce overwhelm and increase motivation.

Finding the right method is part of the work. Scarlett treats approach selection as a collaborative process. She listens to each person’s goals and preferences, then suggests techniques to try and adjusts them based on what helps most over time.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for longer conversations and teaching skills with visual cues. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief updates, quick skill reminders, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options help people fit therapy into busy schedules and different daily routines.