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Bernice Hardman, LMSW

  • Experience10 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About Bernice

Bernice Hardman is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings a decade of clinical experience to her work. She draws on evidence-informed approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger while addressing relationship and workplace concerns.

Background and approach

Bernice also supports clients navigating parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, codependency, and the effects of trauma and prejudice. Her practice emphasizes collaboration and balance, attending to mind, body, and spirit as clients explore life transitions, communication difficulties, and identity-related issues.

Bernice uses trauma-focused techniques alongside cognitive and behavioral strategies to help clients build practical coping skills and make meaningful changes. Sessions are offered through a range of online formats to fit different schedules and preferences, and she tailors her methods to each person’s goals and circumstances.

Evidence-based approaches delivered online

Bernice frequently integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behavior and manage symptoms like anxiety and depression. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and reducing their ongoing impact on daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of a collaborative process. Bernice partners with clients to clarify goals, assess needs, and select techniques that fit personal preferences and life circumstances rather than prescribing one fixed method.

Online therapy with her is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more accessible and flexible. These formats allow clients to work on coping skills, narrative exploration, and trauma-informed interventions from locations that suit their schedules while keeping the therapeutic focus consistent across different session types.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Bernice address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship and communication problems, parenting and blended family issues, workplace challenges, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her specialty areas.
What therapeutic approach does she use?
Her practice combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to provide skills-based work and deeper exploration of life stories and trauma impacts.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Bernice brings 10 years of experience as a licensed social worker working with a wide range of presenting issues and client needs.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is licensed in Michigan with the credential MI LMSW 6801109538 and practices from that state.
Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Bernice meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that may be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsFamily problemsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Narrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

What Bernice can help with

Bernice Hardman works with clients on stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem.

Bernice works with children, adolescents, adults, and families.

How Bernice approaches therapy

Bernice's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Bernice is a Licensed Masters Social Worker practicing in Michigan, with 10 years of clinical experience.