Art Therapy in Gaylord, MI

Do you want to feel more balanced and well-rounded? Clients should expect a holistically focused personalized treatment plan with their active involvement respective of their personal values and needs in order to promote healing. My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and intuitive.

I enjoy counseling children, adolescents & adults in addressing their cognitive, behavioral & emotional challenges. I support my clients through individualized therapeutic approaches to help them understand & express their emotions in developmentally appropriate & healthy ways. I provide therapy for children, adolescents & their families experiencing challenges such as divorce, adoption, anxiety, depression, bullying, self-esteem, medical procedures, domestic violence, abuse & neglect, grief & loss, self-harm, trauma and PTSD. I also offer counseling for military families and understand the unique stress they face. I utilize a strengths-based approach to counsel children, teens & adults to help them gain confidence in their abilities to face challenges head on.

Kari is now accepting children ages 6+ for in-person therapy and 15+ for telehealth or in-person. Kari believes that people are innately driven to achieve wholeness. Encouraging clients to actively listen to their minds and bodies, Kari creates a warm atmosphere of safety. She supports clients as they do the transformative work of identifying their growth areas and empowering their curiosities.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and life coach practicing in Elk Rapids, MI. I was previously practicing in Bloomfield Hills Mi for 6 years before moving to the Traverse City area in 2019. I have experience as an Infant Mental Health Specialist, Child and Adolescent Therapist and Family Therapist. I received my BA from University of Arkansas in Social Work and Criminal Justice and a MSW from University of Michigan in Therapeutic Practice and Community Organizing. I enjoy working with all individuals to process and explore the concerns that may prohibit them from reaching their potential and living life to its fullest.

Lighthouse Therapy Services is owned and operated by Rashell Byrski and Jenna Gilginas who are both Licensed Master of Social Work. We started our therapy office to walk alongside our clients through the waves of life. Providing a guiding light both Rashell and Jenna offer unique attributes to meet client's needs. Rashell works with ages 8 years old and older. She has much experience working with teenagers and adults with cognitive or developmental disabilities. Jenna works with ages 4 years old and over, she enjoys utilizing art therapy with all of her clients and play therapy with her younger clients.

Are you struggling with increased emotional or physical difficulties due to the impact of isolation, covid 19, life transitions? Are you feeling increased Depression and Anxiety? Are you struggling with relationship issues? Has someone you love died or is in the process of dying? Are you struggling with other issues of grief or loss? Do you have medical issues that are impacting your emotional well being? Maybe you are needing help managing responses to past or current trauma? I am here for you. I will listen, support and encourage you. We will explore the difficult issues and create your unique healing plan together.

I believe the purpose of counseling children is to help them empower themselves to make their own choices and have their voices be heard. I have a degree in Licensed Professional Counseling from Central Michigan University, and a bachelor's degree in psychology and child development. After graduation, I found my passion helping children and parents navigate challenges in grief and trauma. I have found that allowing children to be who they are during sessions, allows them to feel safe and secure to express their true emotions.

My intention is to work with you & help you discover your truths, strengths, & the answers you have within you. Through your willingness to change, it is my hope you can grow, self discover, & release negative patterns that don't serve you. In the context of a safe, supportive, therapeutic relationship you have the opportunity to creatively build and identify coping skills, examine strengths and weaknesses, and enhance your ability to problem solve. We can use art/talk therapy,or a combination of both. I also integrate music, writing, or mindfulness techniques into sessions when appropriate to further self exploration.

Hi and Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. If you are looking to make a change to your life I can help with that. Whether young, old or in between, we all have the power within us to change our story and welcome healing and wellness into our lives. As Rumi once said, "The dark thought, the shame, the mailce. Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. Be grateful for whatever comes. Because each has been sent as a guide." I can help assist in this journey, to be a guide for you or your family member in learning the tools to help assist in creating a more peaceful and meaningful life.

The path to healing starts here. Finding a therapist that is a good fit for you is a very personal and important decision. My name is Daeun (pronounced Ta-un) and I have worked closely with a number of children and adolescents, using play, sand tray, senses and art therapeutically to help work through trauma and family conflicts. I am equally devoted and qualified to work with adults and implement a variety of treatment methods including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

It can be fearful asking for help, talking to someone new, and exploring situations that illicit negative emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. It can be hard to recognize that something needs to change, and I have been there a time or two. I plan to meet you where you currently need me. I will challenge you and hold you accountable in regard to your treatment plan and goals that we have established together. Your behaviors, thoughts, and emotions matter, and I am here to do what I can to provide the positive change you may need. Let’s begin this journey together.

Over 40 years of experience Tom Rundquist, M.A. LPC can help you get through your situation with new satisfaction. Great rates and open 7 days a week to accommodate anyone at any point in time.Next day appointments upon request. Tom is a holistic health practitioner. Editor of a prevention game Horse is Boss (Drug Culture Monopoly) 3rd Ed.based on his recovering ex-addicts in Detroit.See Amazon. Located on N.State ( Business North US 131) across from Old Airport Hanger, two houses south of Rivertown Realty. By appointment only. If driver gets false alcohol reading on interlock, do ETG urine ($40).

Now accepting new clients! My sessions are all virtual, and I work with clients throughout the state of Michigan. For a productive experience in therapy, I feel it’s very important for a client to find a therapist whose approach is right for them. My approach to therapy is client-centered. I listen without judgement and help guide you toward finding the answers that are already inside of you. My goal is to make you feel safe and comfortable while empowering you to make progress toward your goals.