This is a specialized closed group tailored to the unique needs of a Healthcare worker that protects their identity from the general public. VIRTUAL
Hosted by Lakeside Professional Counseling, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMSW, ACS, ICAADC, CRC
Group meets in Shelby Township, MI 48317
Lakeside Professional Counseling provides a safe environment for adults, teens, children, families and couples to uncover skills for positive outcomes and happier lives as we work together to process life struggles. We believe in treating people with dignity and respect and work diligently to be aware of your personal perspectives, values, and beliefs.
8 week long groups where children and teens to learn coping skills, learn to express and regulate emotions, and practice positive social skills, while supporting one another and using art.
Past and current life challenges can inhibit your ability to fully enjoy life. As a therapist, I walk side by side with my clients, partnering with them to help empower healing and change with empathy, support, and without judgement. I specialize in working with children, teens, families, and adults who have experienced trauma, especially from relational trauma, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. I will provide you a safe space to heal from the past and work towards creating your best life.
Understanding Self and Others is a 4-month, weekly therapy group run by Dr. Smendik aimed at helping you better understand your own interpersonal communication patterns. Group therapy can help you improve your relationships, assist you in developing self-esteem, foster personal growth, and teach you how to communicate more honestly and effectively with others. The Understanding Self and Others group helps provide a space to discuss concerns with anxiety, depression, loneliness, life adjustments, academic stress, relationships concerns, and many other processes. If interested, please call SLC at (586) 580-2975 or email Jsmendik@silverliningspllc.com for more information.
I am energized by clients who are seeking to engage in a journey of understanding related to the interpersonal, behavioral, and psychological patterns of their everyday lives. A commitment to developing profound insights, the fostering of a heightened sense of self-awareness, and possess of the daringness necessary to act differently in the world, is essential to develop change in our lives . Our therapeutic relationship, built on mutual respect and trust, becomes a crucible for exploration and growth.
