Therapists in Canton, MI

"Life can be very difficult to navigate at times, however with a positive mind set and the right people around us it can be great learning experience. It's time for a change and once you decide in making that change, you are the focus. I have over 10 years of experience working with youth and families in different settings and have a lot to offer sue to experience is school and various settings working as a clinician. I am certified pre-marital counselor. I have the ability to speak two languages fluently , English and Arabic and understand the complex issues that families are dealing with in this day and age".

I have been a marriage and family therapist for over 24 years. With a Master in Divinity, a concentration in Pastoral Counseling, and a PhD in Theology, a concentration in Faith Based Marriage and Family counseling. I see couples and individuals with a focus on "divorce proofing" their marriage. Married with a blended family of seven children, both my wife and I manage an active schedule with strong focus on our faith, each other, and our children. My primary focus covers the areas of care provider supervision, marriage enhancement programming, and engagement/pre marriage preparation.

If you're struggling in a relationship, with a particular issue, or just don't feel like yourself anymore, therapy may be right for you. Here you'll find a relaxed and empathetic environment where you can safely identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of you experiencing a more fulfilling life or relationship. My goal is to not merely treat the symptom, but help you understand the underlying cause of it. So for instance, not just minimize the behavioral display of anger, anxiety or depression, or whatever the concern is, but help you understand why you're so prone to experiencing it. The result is that you'll become much more empowered to live and feel the way you want. And, you'll inevitably become more confident in dealing with your present concerns in a way that will make lasting positive change.

I am a Clinical Social Worker that trained at the University of Michigan. I work with individuals, couples and families. I utilize cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic modalities in a client centered approach to facilitate change. I help people gain insight about their issues and facilitate behavioral, cognitive and emotional change. I believe that understanding the relationship between our thoughts and feelings is the key to changing our behavior. I consider the first two sessions an opportunity to gain insight into your issues as well as a chance for you to get to know me.

With 30 years experience I am best suited to treat a varied and diverse clientele including affective disorders, developmental disabilities, personality disorders, and identity issues. My ideal client would possess the following qualities: relationship orientated, flexible, empathetic, emotionally and financially stable, open minded, emotionally intelligent, physically healthy, educated, motivated, insightful, creative, verbal, cooperative, responsible, caring, sensitive, persistent, organized, intelligent, goal-orientated, emotionally and socially supported.My office is handicapped accessible. My hours of operation are designed to meet the needs of clients.

It takes courage to seek out a therapist, so I use a holistic and personal approach in my sessions that helps create a safe, healthy environment for you to express yourself. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental and private space for clients to explore and gain insight into the issues affecting their life, ideally creating peace and self-acceptance. My counseling is designed to help you cope and function better in your everyday life, relationships, academics, career and family life.

Whether you're wrestling with perfectionism, anxiety, attachment trauma, or self-esteem issues, I'm here to support you. I believe in the resilience of my clients and am dedicated to partnering with you to achieve your goals. Therapy is a collaborative journey, and together, we'll navigate towards healing and growth. I specialize in working with individuals aged 14 and above, couples, and families, including first responders and their families. Remember, therapy doesn't have to be intimidating; it's a safe space for exploration and empowerment. Let's embark on this journey together.

My approach to therapy relies on creating a safe environment to assist you in processing and healing various aspects of your life. It is imperative to provide a therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion, in order to help you reach your goals. Through empathy and acceptance, I will work with you towards restoration, happiness, satisfaction, and the unlocking of your true potential. I am committed in providing and implementing the most effective professional services.

I work best with individuals, couples, and families ready to take the leap towards personal growth. I have the skills to assist with a wide range of areas and can handle the most challenging issues. My therapeutic approach is evidence-based, ensuring that our work together is practical and focused on healing. I provide treatment in a direct and non-judgmental manner, making the most of your time for lasting, meaningful changes. I'm also trained in EMDR, a highly effective method for treating trauma and PTSD. EMDR often requires fewer sessions than traditional talk therapy to achieve therapeutic goals.

I am not currently accepting new clients. However I have a team of Masters and Doctorate level students with immediate availability who offer sessions for $25. They come from the top psychology programs in the area and are supervised by myself. Call now to get an appointment scheduled!

I specialize in transforming relationships, working as an Emotionally Focused Therapist with a focus on couples and individuals. I believe that by enhancing a couple's dynamic, we not only assist them but positively impact future generations. Many individuals' most significant challenges stem from relational issues. As relationships improve, individual struggles often become more manageable.

In a confidential, safe, and private setting, we focus on your present predicaments and stress, your family history, and the course of your problems to map effective treatments. Psychological therapy helps you begin to acknowledge and understand the sources of your emotional distress, enhance your coping strategies, and recognize the breadth of your strengths. With increased knowledge and emotional learning, you not only put your life into a more coherent perspective, but you also learn to face life-predicaments with acceptance, flexibility, courage, tolerance, and the ability to take responsibility for your actions. I refer to physician colleagues for pharmacotherapy to treat biological vulnerabilities such as major depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and ADHD. Pharmacotherapy is sometimes an important component of effective psychological therapy.

Therapy is an opportunity for you to learn about yourself and make the changes you want or need to make emotionally, cognitively, relationally or behaviorally. It is an art that must be tailored to each person. Our job as your therapist is to create an environment to help you grow and actively seize opportunities to make different choices and write your own story. We use person-centered approach which includes empathy, active listening, and honest feedback. We're careful not to make choices for you, but help you learn to make them for yourself.

Life too often hits us with unexpected or prolonged stress, conflict, loss or other challenge that seem beyond our own ability to manage. These can be internal struggles with depression, anxiety, loneliness, or identity. Or they can be interpersonal challenges in your marriage, family, or workplace. At Streamside, my approach is client-centered and focused on creating a safe and encouraging environment for clients to share their journeys, discover new insights and skills, develop greater self-awareness, and be supported in their own growth and healing process.

My focus is guiding clients to a fulfilling life. At A Better Future, we improve mental well-being. Addressing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and self-esteem struggles in relationships is daunting. We promote personal growth by confronting emotions like anger, shame, guilt, and insecurity. Embracing this chance to alleviate psychological distress is crucial for transformative change. Effective coping and addressing challenges cultivate resilience, fostering healthier relationships and self-worth. I aim to provide insight into masculine perspectives, sparking positive transformation.

You’ve been staring at your computer screen for the last hour and have made zero progress. You must have read and reread this report a dozen times, but you’re still not sure what any of it says. For some reason, you just can’t seem to focus on anything lately. Work assignments are late, your home is a mess, and your relationships are falling apart. It’s as though you’re in a downward spiral of chaos with no way to slow your descent. You wish there was some way to regain the control and normalcy you once took for granted. But making any change feels hopeless, and you’re just about ready to give up. There must be some other way.

My ideal client is an individual who feels as if their world is beginning to unravel emotionally, socially, spiritually and physically. Often such feelings are precipitated by acute, post traumatic or situational stress. Personal relationships often begin to show signs of strain and bouts of depression and anxiety are constant companions. For me the process of psychotherapy is based in a relationship where my clients are afforded an opportunity to open up inner hurts and past trauma in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment. My office setting is relaxing and reflects my deep commitment to my clients well being.

Life has many dilemmas, but at the same time, we have the strength to thrive, when supported through an engaging, therapeutic relationship. Through collaboration and insight, I will help you develop new skills and meaningful and lasting changes to achieve your dreams and aspirations. Specialties include depression and anxiety, relationship/family conflict, suicidal thoughts and self-harm, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, aging, caregiver stress, work issues, anger management, LGBTQ, infertility and pregnancy, ADHD, life transitions, parenting, divorce, coping skills, abuse (physical, sexual, and emotional), and illness management.