- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Guilt and shame focus
About Gregory
Gregory Meriwether is a Michigan-licensed LMSW with 42 years of professional experience. He has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also addresses relationship and intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Over four decades in practice have exposed him to a wide range of struggles. He helps people talk through addiction and process behaviors, and supports those dealing with post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury. Gregory also works on issues of abandonment, attachment, fatherhood, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and multicultural or prejudice-related stress.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He uses these methods to help people notice unhelpful thinking, practice new coping skills, and manage intense emotions. Sessions focus on practical strategies rather than abstract theory.
When someone starts work with him, conversations shape the plan. He adjusts the pace and tools to match the person’s situation and goals. The emphasis is on straightforward, useful steps to address current problems and build skills for handling future challenges.
Gregory communicates directly and plainly. He aims to be respectful and sensitive in sessions, and to make next steps clear. If guilt or shame is part of what someone carries, he includes it among the issues he will address with concrete techniques and focused discussion.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT helps people notice and change patterns of thinking that worsen anxiety, depression, or guilt. It uses short exercises and practical homework to test new ways of thinking and behaving. DBT focuses on managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness through skills practice and behavioral strategies.Choosing an approach is a collaborative task. Gregory will work with each person to see which methods fit their goals, symptoms, and daily life. He adapts techniques over time based on what is helpful and what the person prefers.
The biography does not list specific session formats here, so confirm which online or in-person options are offered before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weeknight or a lunch break, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use CBT worksheets and DBT skills coaching in virtual sessions to keep work practical and focused while coordinating a plan that fits everyday routines.
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Experience
42+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to guilt and shame?
He lists guilt and shame among a broader set of issues he works with, including trauma, grief, addiction, and relationship struggles.
How does he typically approach therapy?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and build emotion regulation and coping skills.
What is his background and experience?
He holds an LMSW and brings 42 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns.
Where is he based and licensed?
He is licensed in Michigan and practices there.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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