Attachment-based Therapists in Rochester Hills, MI

Overwhelm, burnout, wanting to be your best for the people you care about, and to show up and take care of yourself too, I see you. The heavy weight of parenting, the chaos of chronic trauma, the isolation of neurodivergence, the bumpy road of queerness. These paths aren't always easy but they're ours, and we can walk them together. I have been working with kids, teens, families, and individuals working their way through understanding their identities and traumas for the past 12 years.

Have you been feeling clouded by self-doubt? Do things feel heavier than usual? Do you have a desire to explore yourself and your life on a deeper level? Questions about your past choices bombard you throughout the mornings. Your nights are highlighted with worries about the future. Managing each day is a task that continues to be unfulfilling without the right support. After years of taking care of others, you are now in need of someone neutral who will allow you to express yourself openly and genuinely. I am passionate and dedicated to helping you experience relief and growth in ways that are personally meaningful for you.

People often seek the support of a therapist when they are looking to make a change in their lives. They may have tried and succeeded, only to find themselves at what feels like square one days later. This cycle can be exhausting and may lead to burn out and feelings of shame. In response to this shame, symptoms such as perfectionism, procrastination, or anxiety attacks may arise. I am passionate about defusing shame in my clients’ lives and creating space for healing through acknowledging that all behaviors make sense in the context of our lives and utilizing a values-based approach to effecting change.

Are you suffering with anxiety, stress or loss? Feeling powerless, like you don't belong? Maybe you're a Highly Sensitive Person. Whatever the problem, relief is possible. You aren't to blame, it isn't your fault. Your childhood experiences can keep you frozen & looping. Outdated childhood beliefs & pain hold you back. They're sabotaging your best efforts & cause you to repeat toxic patterns. Life may have shaped you but now YOU can shape your life. Your story is unique. I'm here to listen. My advanced training will serve your growth. My approach is comforting & solution oriented. Together we'll gently find a way that's just right.

"The struggle you're in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow." I'm passionate about working with adults and couples who are seeking to overcome life challenges and live a fulfilling life. I strive to create a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment that encourages insight and self-awareness and enhances the self-discovery process. I will empower you to make positive changes in your life that increase personal connections and help you to feel hopeful about the future.

The Mental Fitness CREW: Center for Resilience, Empowerment, and Wellness, provides an integration of evidence-based treatment modalities, such as CBT, ERP, EMDR & DBT, along with collaboration with physicians and community resources to holistically support our clients with mental, physical & environmental challenges, so they can increase internal Resilience, expand external Empowerment and achieve overall Wellness.

As I work with clients, I strive to discover and explore the uniqueness of each individual. As this process unfolds, my hope is that you begin to feel comfortable to share your story with me. I work with adolescents and adults who may be experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and/or loss, relationship issues, men's/women's issues, life transitions, attachment issues, diminished self-esteem, living with chronic illness, and other challenges.

I am a trauma and attachment trained therapist. My focus is families dealing with early childhood attachment and trauma due to foster care, international adoptions, or other significant traumatic childhood experiences. I also see adults that have suffered trauma and attachment during childhood.

Struggling with trauma or anxiety can affect every area of your life. Sleepless nights, avoiding social functions, and not being able to think clearly, all take their toll. Being tensed and stressed wears you out, or maybe anxiety holds you back in your work or personal life. Others don’t understand or give misguided advice, and you might feel isolated and alone. You keep looking for and trying different remedies and strategies, yet it still gnaws away at you. You know there must be a better way, and you long for the peace of mind and confidence others seem to enjoy. If this describes you, I likely can help.

As a marriage and family therapist, my goal is to create a warm, safe environment in which to help you uncover your true potential by resolving challenges in your life that may be brought on by past, current, or up-coming circumstances. By applying Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, and other complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth behavioral and emotional patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. See my website for more details.

I know the struggle is real. Every. Day. Whether you deal with trauma that is tormenting, anxiety, depression, have been in a relationship that has wounded you, or are looking to improve your emotional health, I offer a safe environment where we can build trust while we dive into what is keeping you from healing & moving toward your goals. Clients who work with me describe: decreased stress & anxiety, healing from trauma & pain, improved communication patterns & increased marital satisfaction. Together we can get to the root of your struggles to bring real change and growth!

The word "kairos" comes the Greek word meaning, "the opportune and decisive moment for change." I will support you through the counseling process while you search for continued joy and wellness in your life. Child and adolescent services are available to focus in on difficult attitudes, home or school behavior problems, parental divorce or separation issues. Adult counseling is needed to help in difficult life transitions, which may cause anxiety or depression. Couple counseling is available to help develop the necessary communication skills to enhance the relationship. Couples may have reached an impass due to the developmental stages of marriage.

Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use, and/or other mental health diagnoses, I want to provide a safe environment for you so that you can overcome your struggles. We will work together to attain your short- and long-term goals, fulfill your personal growth, increase self-love and worth, discover your purpose, and learn and implement new coping mechanisms. I want to create an environment for self-exploration and expression.

I take pride in bringing healing to people who have been through trauma/stressful experiences and those who are struggling with day to day life transitions and concerns. My job is to help my clients who include adults, children and families to find healthy perceptions of themselves, different coping skills and a new found strength within themselves to take on the world and thrive. I work with each client to create individual goals that best suit you to help you achieve your desired outcome.

I specialize in desire and romantic relationship concerns including intimacy, infidelity & sex therapy for individuals or partners with a focus on rebuilding connection, communication, and conflict skills. My treatment approach is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This includes exploring self-talk, relationships, and attachment patterns to help you better understand yourself and achieve your goals. I focus on educating the client, utilizing your strengths and providing techniques to overcome conflicts. My goal is not to diagnose you but to improve your life and your relationships to manage future concerns independently.

I work with students (14+ years old), professionals, parents, and couples. Specifically, people needing support in their relationships or careers. I use a relational approach that is grounded in empathy. I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental environment where individuals and couples can explore their emotions, experiences, and relationships. I believe in the power of personal understanding as a catalyst for positive change and am committed to guiding my clients on their journey towards greater self-awareness and fulfillment. Everyone is deserving of compassion and care - and from that place, insight and change emerges.

Are you experiencing challenges of living an authentic life that has you feeling unheard and unseen? Here’s where you can take your first step to work on understanding the self, identifying attachment needs, communicating boundaries effectively to create a congruent life that you can learn to enjoy. A deeper understanding with a therapist you can trust can lessen life struggles, create stability, heal inner pain, and resolve attachment injuries. It is my goal to work to assist you in making the changes you desire to live a life that you deserve. This will be an exciting new beginning or a journey to more great adventures.

Whether you are seeking change for yourself or wanting to improve your relationships, you have taken the first step. I focus on client's strengths by working collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families from a variety of backgrounds. My expertise is in treating relationship issues, specializing in couple's therapy, life stressors and resolving family conflict. I address the dynamics between people that keep them from feeling emotionally and physically connected, as well as their individual concerns.

Therapy is a challenging process of growth and healing. I like to help those who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My job is to help you deal with the different challenges of life. I also have experience dealing with substance abuse and other addiction issues. As a person with a Cerebral Palsy, I believe in being honest and transparent and dealing with whatever challenges life has to offer. I believe that there is no issue that can't be dealt with and conquered. I want to help people overcome their challenges and achieve there goals and dreams