Kimberli "Kim" Cumming, LCSW, CSW, LMSW

Kimberli "Kim" Cumming is a licensed clinical social worker in Michigan who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She draws on 25 years of practice to support people through moments like career shifts and midlife crisis. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical next steps rather than long theory discussions. Kim aims to make therapy feel straightforward and usable in daily life.

Her approach centers on Client-Centered Therapy, which means she listens closely and follows each person's pace. She often works with people who feel isolated, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps. In sessions she helps people name what matters, notice unhelpful patterns, and try small changes to test what works.

Kim emphasizes communication skills, setting healthier boundaries, and building self-compassion. She also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, family of origin issues, divorce and separation, and questions about life purpose. These areas often come up during midlife or other major transitions.

Her style is collaborative and strengths-focused. She helps clients identify their resources and plan concrete actions between sessions. Kim aims to make therapy a practical tool for reducing distress and increasing clarity.

With many years of experience, she tailors her work to each person's needs and goals. People who prefer a warm, straightforward therapist may find her approach helpful when navigating change and rebuilding confidence.

How Client-Centered Work Fits with Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening carefully and following the person's lead. In this approach the therapist creates space for people to tell their story and then helps clarify values, goals, and next steps. It is useful for stress, relationship questions, midlife transitions, and finding life purpose.

The collaborative, strengths-based focus means the therapist and client choose the best way to work together. Kim will help figure out which approaches and goals feel right based on the client's needs and preferences. That decision is made together and can change over time as progress is made.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also offer options for people who prefer not to commute or who need sessions around work or caregiving responsibilities. Ask about session length, scheduling, and any platform details when you start the matching process.