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Jillian Dossett

LMSW

Compassionate social worker for anxiety and self-esteem

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Body image support
  • School and workplace

About Jillian

Jillian Dossett is a licensed social worker in Michigan who helps people when stress, anxiety, relationship strain, or low self-esteem get in the way of daily life. She works with concerns like depression, trauma and abuse, and problems with motivation and confidence. Jillian writes and tailors plans to fit each person she sees. She meets people where they are and aims to make starting therapy feel manageable.

She brings seven years of professional experience, including time as a school social worker supporting young people. That background shaped how she talks with clients about school, work, and life transitions. Her work has involved ages from childhood into young adulthood, and she uses straightforward conversation to identify small, practical steps forward.

Sessions focus on clear goals and skills that can be tried between meetings. Jillian pays attention to how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships, and she addresses body image, communication problems, guilt, isolation, and workplace stress as part of broader treatment plans. She adapts language and pacing so people feel understood and respected.

People can expect a collaborative process that balances listening with active problem solving. Jillian aims to support growth in self-love, confidence, and coping with panic or social anxiety. She invites anyone considering help to take the first step and complete the short matching questionnaire to begin scheduling.

Sessions are conducted in English and follow the therapist's licensing and practice standards in Michigan.

Approaches that guide online work and next steps

Jillian uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and understanding how past experiences affect present feelings. One common approach she relies on teaches breathing, grounding, and thinking skills to reduce anxiety and panic; these tools help people manage episodes of intense worry and nervousness. Another approach involves exploring patterns in relationships and communication to improve connection and reduce conflict; this helps with relationship strain and social anxiety by changing small daily interactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jillian collaborates with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on goals, needs, and how someone prefers to learn. She adjusts plans over time and checks in about what is working so therapy stays relevant and focused.

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people meet from familiar surroundings and choose a pace that fits their schedule while still working toward measurable improvements in mood, confidence, and coping skills.

License and NPI

LMSW Michigan · No. 6801115790
NPI1174399083

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

Jillian focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also works on body image, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and workplace issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a practical, conversational approach that balances listening with skill-building. Sessions aim to set clear goals and identify steps clients can try between meetings.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has seven years of professional experience and has worked as a school social worker supporting young people. That experience informs work around school, transitions, and motivation.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds a Licensed Master Social Worker credential, abbreviated LMSW, and practices in Michigan.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the matching and scheduling process.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing the short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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