Renee LaVigne , LMSW

Renee LaVigne is a licensed social worker in Michigan with 25 years of experience who offers compassionate, practical support to people facing emotional and life challenges. She works with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, career transitions, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies, guiding each person toward clearer thinking and more manageable daily routines. Renee holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - which reflects advanced training in clinical social work and direct client care.

Renee emphasizes a collaborative, respectful approach that helps clients build self-awareness, improve communication, and develop skills for coping with stress and change. She sees the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, helping individuals explore values, set achievable goals, and strengthen emotional resilience. Many clients come seeking greater calm, more satisfying relationships, or practical strategies to navigate parenting and workplace pressures.

Renee prefers to establish connection and rapport through an initial video or phone session, then continues work using a mix of live sessions and messaging as appropriate. While she does not offer texting-only therapy, clients are encouraged to use portal messaging between sessions for brief check-ins. She welcomes those ready to take a next step and supports clients through each phase of change with warmth and clinical experience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Renee

Renee integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and accept difficult thoughts while taking meaningful action - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy and unconditional positive regard, creating a supportive environment where clients can explore feelings and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaches practical strategies to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and related concerns.

Choosing the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Renee works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved and empowered in their own care.

Online therapy with Renee offers flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone appointments, and clients may use live chat or text-based messaging between sessions for brief check-ins. These options make it easier to access consistent support around work, parenting, and daily responsibilities while maintaining continuity with a licensed professional and a trusted therapist.