Therapists in Farmington Hills, MI

I have discovered in my 30+ years as a therapist that when we get stuck in a certain way of feeling, thinking, or behaving which interferes with our happiness, it is usually rooted in a past historyor perhaps a singular past experience, which traps us in a "programmed" way of being. I work with people to liberate them from these patterns which are often ways that the brain processes these experiences and when they can be reprocessed a person can have a much more functional and happy life. Anxiety, depression and relationship dysfunction can often be healed using these principals.

At Zair Counseling Center, we understand daily stress and life adjustment can cause inner conflict, as well as disrupt your daily living. Individual therapy allows clients a safe environment to process and explore behaviors, feelings and beliefs. A strong therapeutic relationship can facilitate growth, increase insight, coping skills and overall well-being. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and develop overall wellness by creating individually tailored goals, using an eclectic approach including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and motivational interviewing.

I have been in practice as a Psychotherapist for over 25 years working with adults, children, and adolescents, as well as families and couples. My aim is to help my clients address important issues in their lives and find new ways to make meaningful changes. I have worked in hospital settings, as well as outpatient mental health clinics. My clinical experience includes the treatment of mood disorders, depression/bipolar disorders, anxiety, anger management, family and marital relationship issues, grief and trauma, school difficulties, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I coordinate care with physicians, schools, employers, and the legal system and can administer the MMPI as needed.

Stressed, overwhelmed, and restless minds are welcome here. Have you found yourself beginning to detach from life and relationships; unable to trust those around you, forgive those who hurt you or be your authentic self? Maybe you're tired of people telling you that you're "over analyzing things" or "being too hard on yourself", too sensitive or (gasp!) too spiritual! Meanwhile, you're constantly feeling unworthy inside: like a fraud, a failure, and falling short of the love, career, friends, and abundant life you desire. You've probably googled, "am I depressed" or "how not to be anxious". Traumatic encounters, issues in our family of origin, spiritual confusion and insecurity can leave you in an emotional tailspin.

Does your child or teen struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors? Do you need help in supporting your child's emotional needs? Does your parent-child relationship need to grow? Does your family need support to cope with a traumatic event or difficult life stressors? I work with children as young as three, neurodiverse clients with ADHD and learning challenges, and clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and anger. I use neurodiversity affirming, person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed frameworks to provide my clients lasting change.

Are you dealing with a life challenge that is causing anxiety, depression/sadness, stress, issues in work-life balance or relationships? Are you having difficulty adjusting to your current circumstance? Do you struggle with caregiver burn-out, grief, past trauma, lack of purpose/direction? If so, be assured that on the journey of life, we all face challenging situations at some point or another. Thus having a designated support person +confidant to walk alongside you during difficult times providing guidance & encouragement can not only be reassuring & comforting, but also help you find or restore the hope needed to move forward.

Finding a healthy balance between living life in a valued direction, while balancing the pressures, expectations, and stressors of work, school, and relationships is no small feat. These stressors may lead to anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and a feeling of helplessness. We assist clients in navigating these stressors, while utilizing evidenced based and strength based approaches in therapy to allow them to feel respected, validated, and capable throughout this journey of mental health improvement.

Your life feels like you’re in the eye of a hurricane. Nothing feels settled, safe or familiar. Your relationship is ending, and you’re feeling all the things (depression, anxiety, panic, confusion.) It might feel like there’s no path toward the light, or hope, or future happiness, but there can be. I work with clients who are navigating major relationship change, healing from grief and loss, using their resiliency to recover from the depression and anxiety these changes bring. What you see as the end, may truly be a new beginning. Let me help you find your path, and we’ll find it in a way that’s true to you.

I help individuals navigate the complexities of emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I employ a psychodynamic approach to help create self-awareness and emotional freedom by understanding the patterns and dynamics of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

I help clients work through the challenges that come with anxiety, low mood, anger, lack of focus, feeling 'stuck', harsh repeating thoughts, relationship and career issues, and living without JOY! So much happens in our life that can distort how we see ourself, others and the events around us. Talking through our struggles helps us to see them in a new way, with added clarity and reason. From there we work together to find new interpretations, solutions and peace. My special interest is in supporting individuals who struggle with recognizing their self worth and their own unique ability to cope with life's ups and downs.

Have you ever felt like your entire world was falling apart? Like you were drowning in your own negative thoughts, grief, and pain with nowhere to turn or not even a clue on what to do next? You may have encountered so many traumatic experiences within your life that functioning from a place of hurt has become a very familiar but uncomfortable place. It may seem that you are stuck and there is no remedy or cure for you to function from a place of peace, happiness, and self-fulfillment. Mental Health is a Journey! I aim to assist individuals, children, and families in navigating the challenges, transitions, and triumphs of life.

It is so easy to neglect our own emotional health and healing. We take care of everything and everyone else before we think to care for ourselves. If, like so many of us, you are forgetting to care for yourself or you are struggling to sustain your resilience, it is time to turn your attention to your own well-being. These past few years have added to life's difficulties and have increased feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness, and uncertainty. I am here to help and I do so much more than the traditional talk therapy.

We all go through hard times in life and I have found that it really helps to talk to someone that understands you and truly cares. I have helped many couples struggling with communication and conflict. I help people better understand their feelings and how to cope with them. I can help you find your strengths and answers. If you are looking for help with your relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, divorce or just the difficulties in life. Let me help you through these times of difficulty, gaining strength and moving closer to the life and relationship you hope for and deserve.

As we ebb and flow through life, we connect, disconnect and reconnect over and over again. Our connections to our mind, our body, the people around us, our society and the world are in a fluid state of change. Some internal and external changes may be overwhelming and heavy like a crashing wave. Adjusting to everchanging connections can be difficult at times. As a result, we may start to disconnect and retreat as ways to cope and slowly float away.

Accepting new clients. In our practice you will experience a warm and welcoming environment. Are you struggling with stress? Are trying to find balance again? My goal is to help you discover your strengths and happiness again. I am passionate about working with people who struggle to get through their day to day for a myriad of reasons including their relationships with others, overall stress, and feelings of anxiety or depression. I have availability for Telehealth services, and provide in-person sessions in our Farmington Hills location.

I take a warm, non-judgmental, compassionate, and accepting approach to humanistic psychotherapy. My main goal is to help clients live up to their fullest potential, incorporate positive changes into their lives, and support client's to my fullest ability.

Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.

I am passionate and dedicated to supporting teens, adults, and families through life's challenges of school, work, relationships, and uncertainties. Healing past or current wounds of hurt, guilt and disappointment requires courage. Finding more effective ways to address current negative thinking patterns, beliefs, and experiences requires commitment. A collaborative therapeutic relationship in a non-judgemental and supportive environment allows the opportunity to find balance and hope as you achieve competency in new coping mechanisms. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or confused, you are welcome as you are.

I view all my clients like they are a mirror image of myself. I see my work as being employed by you to help you get where you want to go. I am an experiential therapist Very different practice from what's out there today. CBT, DBT, TFT, EFT, EMDR and more are integrated into your experience. Therapy should be an experience of growth and revelation about "self" and not just a conversation. Tools should be the takeaway and integration into daily life the goal.