Therapists in 48917
Does your teen seems overwhelmed by emotions they can’t quite name or feel exhausted from trying to “keep it all together?” Are they the quiet student who seems fine on the surface but is battling anxiety or self-doubt inside? Or maybe they’re the teen who is angry and their behaviors are misunderstood as defiance, when really they’re trying to protect themselves from hurt they cannot express with words? What teens want, ultimately, is to feel seen, heard, and understood. They just want to know they’re not broken—that there’s hope, that change is possible, and that someone is willing to walk with them as they figure it all out.
Does your teen seems overwhelmed by emotions they can’t quite name or feel exhausted from trying to “keep it all together?” Are they the quiet student who seems fine on the surface but is battling anxiety or self-doubt inside? Or maybe they’re the teen who is angry and their behaviors are misunderstood as defiance, when really they’re trying to protect themselves from hurt they cannot express with words? What teens want, ultimately, is to feel seen, heard, and understood. They just want to know they’re not broken—that there’s hope, that change is possible, and that someone is willing to walk with them as they figure it all out.
Therapy can be scary and difficult, especially if you've never been before. But, you don't have to face it alone. My role as a therapist is to support you by providing a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgemental space for you to work towards growth and healing. Change can be hard, but with the right support and willingness, progress is possible. I walk alongside my clients and work to foster self-acceptance, validation, and resilience while navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, and other difficult emotions or symptoms. You do not have to face these challenges alone.
Therapy can be scary and difficult, especially if you've never been before. But, you don't have to face it alone. My role as a therapist is to support you by providing a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgemental space for you to work towards growth and healing. Change can be hard, but with the right support and willingness, progress is possible. I walk alongside my clients and work to foster self-acceptance, validation, and resilience while navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, and other difficult emotions or symptoms. You do not have to face these challenges alone.
Accepting New Clients! John has made a commitment to working with children, adolescents and families for over 30 years. He is a fully licensed clinical social worker and earned a MSW degree from Michigan State University. John’s experience covers a range of settings including schools, mental health clinics, foster care and residential youth treatment facilities. John enjoys working with clients with an array of issues including school problems, anger management, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, oppositional defiant disorder, and anxiety.
Accepting New Clients! John has made a commitment to working with children, adolescents and families for over 30 years. He is a fully licensed clinical social worker and earned a MSW degree from Michigan State University. John’s experience covers a range of settings including schools, mental health clinics, foster care and residential youth treatment facilities. John enjoys working with clients with an array of issues including school problems, anger management, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, oppositional defiant disorder, and anxiety.
My name is Marlene Ryan (she/her), and I would like to meet you. I work with people experiencing depression and anxiety, and assist people adjusting to change in: family, health, identity, school/work, or other new circumstances. We will work collaboratively to identify problems, create strategies for addressing them, and point you in the direction of achieving your goals.
My name is Marlene Ryan (she/her), and I would like to meet you. I work with people experiencing depression and anxiety, and assist people adjusting to change in: family, health, identity, school/work, or other new circumstances. We will work collaboratively to identify problems, create strategies for addressing them, and point you in the direction of achieving your goals.
I graduated from Michigan State University with a Master of Social Work Degree. I am nearing a decade of professional experience working with marginalized communities. Along this path, I have acquired experience working with numerous families that have been impacted by variations of abuse and neglect, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and self-esteem issues. Helping people has always been a passion of mine. It makes my heart smile knowing I assisted in helping someone overcome any obstacle they may have encountered.
I graduated from Michigan State University with a Master of Social Work Degree. I am nearing a decade of professional experience working with marginalized communities. Along this path, I have acquired experience working with numerous families that have been impacted by variations of abuse and neglect, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and self-esteem issues. Helping people has always been a passion of mine. It makes my heart smile knowing I assisted in helping someone overcome any obstacle they may have encountered.
A New Day Counseling, Consulting & Community Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ACS, NCC
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48917
Accepting New Clients...Regardless of the issue there is help. We have various therapists and we are here for you. We are willing to help and are accepting new clients. We work with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, groups and families! We care about the growth of each individual who walks into our office and are dedicated to helping them achieve their best possible outcome. Many people worry that counseling is only for people that are "not normal", however counseling is to support people and to help them become their best. We offer both in person and tele-health as needed.
Accepting New Clients...Regardless of the issue there is help. We have various therapists and we are here for you. We are willing to help and are accepting new clients. We work with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, groups and families! We care about the growth of each individual who walks into our office and are dedicated to helping them achieve their best possible outcome. Many people worry that counseling is only for people that are "not normal", however counseling is to support people and to help them become their best. We offer both in person and tele-health as needed.
Welcome! I am so pleased that you are thinking about “ Letting go “ of the stories that are preventing you from walking to your next destiny or place of peace. I know first-hand, how life experiences can somehow stop us in our tracks, and we get stuck – struggle to release and live. Your trauma history Does not determine your aspirations and goals for your Life.
Welcome! I am so pleased that you are thinking about “ Letting go “ of the stories that are preventing you from walking to your next destiny or place of peace. I know first-hand, how life experiences can somehow stop us in our tracks, and we get stuck – struggle to release and live. Your trauma history Does not determine your aspirations and goals for your Life.
Hello there, my name is Renee' Schafer. My educational background is from MSU, MDI, and SAU. I am a LMSW, as well as a certified hypnotherapist, and dyslexia tutor. I enjoy working with all age ranges of individuals: children, couples, adults, elderly, families, marriages, co-parenting and other concerns, utilizing play therapy, sand tray, CBT, CPT, EMDR, some DBT skills, and many other techniques specifically catered to your personal needs. Allow me to guide you in discovering and reaching your goals. I do have a hypoallergenic puppy on site that is currently in training.
Hello there, my name is Renee' Schafer. My educational background is from MSU, MDI, and SAU. I am a LMSW, as well as a certified hypnotherapist, and dyslexia tutor. I enjoy working with all age ranges of individuals: children, couples, adults, elderly, families, marriages, co-parenting and other concerns, utilizing play therapy, sand tray, CBT, CPT, EMDR, some DBT skills, and many other techniques specifically catered to your personal needs. Allow me to guide you in discovering and reaching your goals. I do have a hypoallergenic puppy on site that is currently in training.
Sometimes we experience struggles such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or any variety of issues that life can throw at us. When this happens, it can often be difficult to know what to do or where to turn. This can leave us feeling frustrated, hopeless, and discouraged which is an incredibly frustrating place to find yourself.
Sometimes we experience struggles such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or any variety of issues that life can throw at us. When this happens, it can often be difficult to know what to do or where to turn. This can leave us feeling frustrated, hopeless, and discouraged which is an incredibly frustrating place to find yourself.
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Immediate Daytime slots available
Do you battle with past trauma, anxiety, depression and a loss of self that affects your ability to function? Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed by relationships and day-to-day life? Do you question if life could be better? Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain how to manage school, careers and life. I believe that there is hope and answers. I start with understanding who you are as a person, where you are and the obstacles in your life. I use a holistic client centered approach that empowers my clients to get in touch with their own natural wisdom and intuition.
Immediate Daytime slots available
Do you battle with past trauma, anxiety, depression and a loss of self that affects your ability to function? Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed by relationships and day-to-day life? Do you question if life could be better? Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain how to manage school, careers and life. I believe that there is hope and answers. I start with understanding who you are as a person, where you are and the obstacles in your life. I use a holistic client centered approach that empowers my clients to get in touch with their own natural wisdom and intuition.
“If you’re an adult or teen seeking clarity, healing, or support—or a parent seeking help for your child—I provide a space to work through life’s challenges—whether it’s personal trauma, religious trauma, deconstruction, neurodivergence, LGBTQ issues or emotional struggles like anxiety and depression.
“If you’re an adult or teen seeking clarity, healing, or support—or a parent seeking help for your child—I provide a space to work through life’s challenges—whether it’s personal trauma, religious trauma, deconstruction, neurodivergence, LGBTQ issues or emotional struggles like anxiety and depression.
Are you are struggling with a life transition (birth of baby, postpartum depression, parenting issues, divorce, grief/loss), struggling with anxiety/depression or wrestling with boundary issues? Sometimes getting to the next chapter can seem ominous when pain is intense. Transformation is possible…I truly believe it! I have also experienced such as a cancer survivor and more. There is hope, a ‘second chance’ and restoration for you. I have worked as a therapist over 25 years with various situations.
Are you are struggling with a life transition (birth of baby, postpartum depression, parenting issues, divorce, grief/loss), struggling with anxiety/depression or wrestling with boundary issues? Sometimes getting to the next chapter can seem ominous when pain is intense. Transformation is possible…I truly believe it! I have also experienced such as a cancer survivor and more. There is hope, a ‘second chance’ and restoration for you. I have worked as a therapist over 25 years with various situations.
In my work, I aim to collaboratively set therapeutic goals for clients to better understand themselves and their place in the world. My framework strives to be an inclusive space for clients to explore issues regarding relationships, boundaries, self esteem, life transitions, and more. My background in family systems and additional training in attachment work guides me in helping clients connect the world around them to their emotions and behaviors.
In my work, I aim to collaboratively set therapeutic goals for clients to better understand themselves and their place in the world. My framework strives to be an inclusive space for clients to explore issues regarding relationships, boundaries, self esteem, life transitions, and more. My background in family systems and additional training in attachment work guides me in helping clients connect the world around them to their emotions and behaviors.
If this is your 1st or your 100th time seeking therapy, I want to let you know that you are one step closer to a better and healthier lifestyle. Harboring secret thoughts, feelings, shame, and guilt can be very difficult to handle on your own. Sharing these with a stranger can be difficult as well, but I do want to reassure you, it will be easier.
If this is your 1st or your 100th time seeking therapy, I want to let you know that you are one step closer to a better and healthier lifestyle. Harboring secret thoughts, feelings, shame, and guilt can be very difficult to handle on your own. Sharing these with a stranger can be difficult as well, but I do want to reassure you, it will be easier.
I hope to have clients who will be honest with me and let me help them where they are at. My clients don't have to be perfect, just willing to challenge themselves to trust the therapeutic process. The goal is to persevere and continue working on improvement, not expect perfection.
I hope to have clients who will be honest with me and let me help them where they are at. My clients don't have to be perfect, just willing to challenge themselves to trust the therapeutic process. The goal is to persevere and continue working on improvement, not expect perfection.
Everyone deserves a sense of control over their lives. When terrible things happen it can feel like the wind has been knocked out of you. The world feels unsafe. Feelings of deep sadness, fear, shame and a rawness seem to linger. Many people feel as though they are damaged goods and wonder if they will ever be themselves again, or if they will ever be happy again. Imagine what it will be like when you have more good days then bad, when you feel the laughter, when you hear your child start to sing again. In a relaxed, safe environment you will receive support, encouragement, and the skills you need to thrive not just survive.
Everyone deserves a sense of control over their lives. When terrible things happen it can feel like the wind has been knocked out of you. The world feels unsafe. Feelings of deep sadness, fear, shame and a rawness seem to linger. Many people feel as though they are damaged goods and wonder if they will ever be themselves again, or if they will ever be happy again. Imagine what it will be like when you have more good days then bad, when you feel the laughter, when you hear your child start to sing again. In a relaxed, safe environment you will receive support, encouragement, and the skills you need to thrive not just survive.
Compassionate, resourceful Ph.D level therapist assisting in areas of self, family, home, school, work, and community. Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Occupational Therapist in Michigan. Over 41 years of combined experience working in mental/behavioral health rehab, alcohol/drug rehab, medical/physical rehab, and industrial/vocational rehab. "Biopsychosocial-spiritual" approach to "heartache, loss, healing, recovery, and transformation" using conventional, non-traditional, and complementary approaches. I will help you tap into your personal resilience to overcome any barriers to your lifelong success and happiness.
Compassionate, resourceful Ph.D level therapist assisting in areas of self, family, home, school, work, and community. Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Occupational Therapist in Michigan. Over 41 years of combined experience working in mental/behavioral health rehab, alcohol/drug rehab, medical/physical rehab, and industrial/vocational rehab. "Biopsychosocial-spiritual" approach to "heartache, loss, healing, recovery, and transformation" using conventional, non-traditional, and complementary approaches. I will help you tap into your personal resilience to overcome any barriers to your lifelong success and happiness.
I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the first step toward healing and personal growth is courageous, and I’m honored to support you on that journey.
As a solution-focused therapist, I’m passionate about advocating for the mental health and well-being of children, individuals, couples, and families. I’m a Limited License Professional Counselor specializing in co-occurring disorders, and I’m committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the first step toward healing and personal growth is courageous, and I’m honored to support you on that journey.
As a solution-focused therapist, I’m passionate about advocating for the mental health and well-being of children, individuals, couples, and families. I’m a Limited License Professional Counselor specializing in co-occurring disorders, and I’m committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
I am committed to helping people find the best in themselves during difficult situations. Life transitions can impact us with anxiety, depression, employment stress, grief and loss, secondary trauma and trauma. I know one size does not fit all but I believe there is hope through healing wounds of the past by having someone listen to your experiences without judgement in a safe place while finding the courage to navigate these changes.
I graduated from Michigan State University with a Masters Degree in Social Work and continue to give back to my profession by helping individuals find their path.
I am committed to helping people find the best in themselves during difficult situations. Life transitions can impact us with anxiety, depression, employment stress, grief and loss, secondary trauma and trauma. I know one size does not fit all but I believe there is hope through healing wounds of the past by having someone listen to your experiences without judgement in a safe place while finding the courage to navigate these changes.
I graduated from Michigan State University with a Masters Degree in Social Work and continue to give back to my profession by helping individuals find their path.
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Number of Therapists in 48917
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 48917 who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 78% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 78% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 81% | Aetna |
| 80% | McLaren |
How Therapists in 48917 see their clients
| 79% | In Person and Online | |
| 21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |