0
Skip to Content
Steven Friday Clinical Social Work Services PLLC Trauma & Anxiety Therapist in Michigan
Steven Friday Clinical Social Work Services PLLC Trauma & Anxiety Therapist in Michigan

Practice Mission Statement

The mission of Steven Friday Clinical Social Work Services is to

provide ethical, evidence-based mental health care that promotes

healing, resilience, and personal empowerment.

The practice is committed to:

• Compassionate care
• Respect for human dignity
• Evidence-based treatment
• Cultural humility
• Support across the lifespan
• Strengthening individuals, families, and communities

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Our Services

Psychotherapy services designed to support healing, growth, and improved well-being across the lifespan. Services are currently provided through secure telehealth appointments for clients throughout Michigan.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore challenges, process emotions, and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.

Common concerns addressed include:

• Trauma and PTSD
• Anxiety and stress
• Depression and mood challenges
• Life transitions and adjustment
• Grief and loss
• Burnout and caregiver stress

Therapy is collaborative and tailored to each individual’s goals, strengths, and needs.

Family & Supportive Counseling

Supportive therapy for families and individuals navigating relationship challenges, caregiving responsibilities, and life stressors.

Services may support:

• Parents and caregivers
• Family communication
• Adjustment to life changes
• Emotional support during difficult transitions

Children and families are welcome in the practice.

Trauma-Focused Therapy

Trauma-focused therapy helps individuals process difficult experiences and develop skills that support recovery, resilience, and emotional stability.

Evidence-based approaches may include:

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness-based practices

Special experience working with veterans and individuals who have experienced complex trauma.

The portal is hosted through our secure electronic health record system and complies with HIPAA privacy standards.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

New Clients

Beginning therapy is a meaningful step toward healing and growth.

Getting Started in 4 Easy Steps

Step 1
Contact the practice by phone or email.

Step 2
Schedule an initial consultation.

Step 3
Complete intake paperwork through the secure client portal.

Step 4
Begin therapy sessions focused on your goals.

The client portal is hosted through our secure electronic health record system and complies with HIPAA privacy standards.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

What to Expect

The first sessions focus on understanding your concerns, your goals for therapy, and how treatment may help support meaningful change.

Call today: 734-201-4781

Email today: SFCSWS@proton.me

Anxiety Therapy

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges people experience. Persistent worry, racing thoughts, physical tension, and difficulty relaxing can affect work, relationships, and daily life.

Therapy can help individuals understand the patterns that drive anxiety and develop practical tools for managing stress and uncertainty.

Treatment may include different types of therapy interventions like the following:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness and grounding techniques
• Stress-management strategies

The goal of therapy is not simply to reduce anxiety, but to help individuals develop a healthier relationship with their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Trauma Therapy

Traumatic experiences can affect how people think, feel, and experience the world. Many individuals carry the effects of trauma long after the original events have passed.

Trauma therapy focuses on helping individuals process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety, resilience, and emotional stability.

Steven Friday, LCSW provides trauma-informed psychotherapy using

evidence-based approaches such as:

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness-based practices

Trauma therapy can help individuals:

• Process difficult memories
• Reduce symptoms of PTSD
• Improve emotional regulation
• Rebuild trust and connection
• Strengthen resilience and coping skills

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Trauma Therapy for Veterans in Michigan

Military service can involve experiences that place extraordinary demands on the mind and body. Many veterans continue to carry the effects of trauma long after their service has ended. Difficult memories, heightened stress responses, sleep challenges, and emotional disconnection can affect daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.

Trauma-focused therapy provides a supportive and confidential space to process these experiences and begin the work of recovery.

Steven Friday, LCSW provides trauma-informed psychotherapy for veterans throughout Michigan through secure telehealth appointments.

Treatment approaches may include:

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness-based practices

These evidence-based approaches help individuals process difficult experiences, rebuild a sense of safety, and develop practical skills for resilience and emotional stability.

If you are a veteran seeking support related to trauma, stress, or life transitions, therapy can provide a place to begin healing and reconnect with your strengths and goals.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Treatment Approaches

Therapy is grounded in evidence-based clinical practices.

Modalities used may include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Mindfulness-based interventions
• Trauma-informed care

Treatment plans are individualized to each client’s goals, needs, and preferences.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

HIPAA

Privacy Notice

Steven Friday Clinical Social Work Services PLLC is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of clients.

Information submitted through this website is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws and professional ethical standards.

Email communication through this website may not be fully secure. Sensitive clinical information should not be sent through email.

Protected health information is stored and transmitted using secure, HIPAA-compliant systems.

Clients will receive a full Notice of Privacy Practices prior to beginning treatment.

The portal is hosted through our secure electronic health record system and complies with HIPAA privacy standards.

This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or mental health advice.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Steven Friday, LCSW
Clinical Social Work Services

Serving clients throughout the State of Michigan via secure telehealth.

Call to set up a consultation today: 734-201-4781

Made with Squarespace

Location

PO Box 219

Dexter, MI 48130

Contact

email: SFCSWS@proton.me

Phone: 734-201-4781