Devon Woodward, LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Specializing in adult mental health, mood disorders, trauma, and severe mental illness
Education & Training
Master of Social Work (MSW)
University of Michigan, 2014
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Eastern Michigan University, 2012
About Devon
Devon Woodward, LMSW, is a compassionate and experienced mental health professional who brings over a decade of clinical expertise to the My Motivation team. She joined the practice through trusted mutual connections and has quickly become a valued member of our growing community.
Devon began her career in community-based psychiatric care, where she provided comprehensive services including medication and case management, individual psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and support groups. Her work has supported both individuals and families navigating complex mental health challenges.
Specialties & Clinical Interests
Devon is passionate about providing holistic mental health care for adults ages 18 and older. Her areas of focus include:
- Mood disorders (including depression and bipolar disorder)
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and substance use disorders
She is particularly dedicated to working with individuals experiencing persistent mental health challenges, helping them build stability, insight, and hope through therapy.
Therapeutic Style & Approach
Devon’s therapeutic style is laid-back, authentic, validating, and gently humorous. Clients often appreciate her realness and her ability to “meet you where you’re at” with empathy and honesty. Her work is grounded in a humanistic and solution-focused framework, helping clients identify and overcome barriers while building on their natural strengths.
She also integrates evidence-based tools from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each person.