Maryleigh King , LMSW

Maryleigh King is a licensed therapist who earned a Master of Social Work degree from Michigan State University and holds the LMSW credential, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. She supports adults navigating life transitions, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, challenges with emotional regulation, unhealthy coping patterns, and those pursuing personal or professional growth and greater self-efficacy.

She brings a deep faith in the therapeutic process and in people’s capacity to find their way with thoughtful support. Maryleigh is known for a warm, present, engaged, compassionate, and genuine stance in sessions. She views it as an honor to hold space for others and to walk alongside them as they move into the next chapter of their lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Maryleigh draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor care to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values to guide meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and adapting to change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and meeting people where they are so they can explore goals and build self-trust in a nonjudgmental atmosphere. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical strategies to shift those patterns, which often helps with mood, anxiety, and problem-solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Maryleigh collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to match each person's situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and some work can continue through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, access support from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change.