Bushra Alsafari , LMSW

Bushra Alsafari is a Michigan-based licensed clinical therapist with eight years of professional experience working with individuals facing a range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She holds an LMSW - a Licensed Master Social Worker - and a master’s degree in social work, and she is also a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor. Her clinical background includes supporting people who are coping with stress, anxiety, substance use concerns, depression, and issues with confidence.

Alsafari emphasizes an open and nonjudgmental therapeutic space where clients are encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings honestly. She blends mindfulness practices with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to help clients notice patterns, build coping skills, and make practical changes in day-to-day life. Sessions are designed to be collaborative, focusing on each person’s goals and strengths while addressing the specific challenges they bring.

Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Bushra affirms the importance of that first step and seeks to meet clients where they are in the process. Her approach aims to balance empathy and active problem solving, helping clients develop tools for lasting change and improved well-being.

Online delivery of mindfulness and CBT based care

Bushra integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices in online sessions to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical coping strategies. CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns, while mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills that can support emotional regulation and relapse prevention.

She also practices client-centered principles, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space that centers the client’s own goals and values. Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with each person to tailor interventions based on their needs, preferences, and progress.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling and fit into varied routines. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent care across distance, making it easier for clients to access ongoing support while balancing work, family, and other commitments.