- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Tia
Tia Gitgood is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of experience. She practices as a social worker in Michigan and has worked in homes and community clinics. She lists work with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, family concerns, sleeping problems, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Guilt and shame are noted among her focus areas.
Tia uses practical, action-oriented methods in sessions. She leans on cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral approaches to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior. Motivational interviewing is part of her work when someone needs help clarifying goals and finding motivation to change.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work from Georgia State University. She has clinical experience across settings, from in-home visits to community-based clinics. Those roles shaped how she talks about daily routines, stressors, and the small steps that can make a difference.
In conversation she aims to focus on what a person can do next rather than only what went wrong. Sessions tend to center on concrete skills, moment-to-moment coping, and practical ways to adjust thinking and behavior. She keeps up with current research so she can use approaches supported by evidence.
People who reach out can expect direct, skill-focused work that names problems and looks for manageable changes. The emphasis is on understanding feelings like guilt and shame, how they affect daily life, and what actions might ease their hold over time.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Tia commonly draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and acting to reduce distress. DBT emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling intense interpersonal moments.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with a client to figure out which methods fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the focus over time based on what a person needs.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make sessions easier to fit into a regular routine, allow shorter check-ins when a quick touchpoint helps, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same skill practice and goal-setting that happen in person, while adapting exercises for a remote setting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Georgia, Michigan, Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Tia works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, family issues, sleeping problems, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Guilt and shame are specifically listed among her focus areas.
How does she approach guilt and shame in therapy?
She uses practical methods such as cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral tools to examine thoughts and reactions linked to guilt and shame. Motivational interviewing may be used to set goals and support steps toward change.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has ten years of experience and earned a Master of Social Work from Georgia State University. Her work history includes in-home services and community clinic settings.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the credentials LMSW and LCSW, and practices as a social worker in Michigan. Her credential listings include MI LMSW and TN LCSW.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm the current session options before booking to know how she meets with clients.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the clients chosen plan and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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