Therapists in Commerce Township, MI

"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Life happens everyday. Life can be overwhelming and at those moments choosing to get support from a professional is a great plan. Family, marriage, relationships, health, and work are all areas in which life happens. So whether you are currently experiencing or still struggling with stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, divorce, palliative care (curable/chronic illness/pain/life-threatening), or are just in need of some self care, I am here to work with you towards creating balance in your life.

My heart has always been to help heal the wounds of broken families. Family is the most important structure in our society . Life’s challenges cause individuals to face issues that they may not be ready to deal with alone. I believe in providing tools and methods to every person who needs assistance navigating through PTSD, sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, childhood tramua, divorce, couples therapy etc.

I help my clients discover the root causes of their presenting concerns, versus focusing on the surface thoughts and emotions. My areas of treatment focus include anxiety, depression, poor family relations, marital issues (including spousal infidelity or questions of divorce), employment and life transitions, grief and loss, abuse (mental, emotional, verbal and sexual) and spirituality. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Theory, and Biblical Principles to guide my clients in therapy. Beginning Aug. 2022, virtual appointments will be available on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.

I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience and Certified in Family and Couples therapy. My work experience includes outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment, hospital social work, with expertise in maternal and child healthcare, general medicine and psychiatry.

I believe in creating a therapeutic environment based on genuineness, unconditional acceptance, and empathetic understanding. I utilize an integrative theoretical approach based on the individual needs of my clients. I have experience working with clients in areas including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, and life-transitions, in individual, couples, and group settings. I am trained in EMDR and couples therapy. Clients have said they feel I am "easy to talk to," understanding and insightful.

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), I believe in a client-centered approach with a holistic framework (Individual & Group Therapy). I also do testing, please call for info. Grief, PTSD, loss, end of life, anxiety, depression, illness, & death are all specialties. Trauma & grief manifest in many different forms & everyone reacts and responds differently. I respect everyone without judgment & honor each person for their own beliefs. I walk with you through the healing process at your speed, as your journey partner. I'm a Christian Therapist who understands your spiritual walk & everyone is welcomed regardless of beliefs.

I am a Certified Forensic Consultant and a Fully Licensed Counselor. I provide supervision for LLPCs. My therapeutic approach is holistic, to not just focus on the presenting concern(s). I offer cranial electrotherapy stimulation, Neurofeedback, and EMDR administered with state of the art technology, as treatment options. Comprehensive psychological testing/evaluations and medication evaluation/management is also available.

The key to a better future is you. Accept yourself. Love yourself..You are good enough. Open yourself up to the possibilities starting now. Whether you have lost yourself, are uncertain about the future, unsettled due to life challenges, depressed, anxious, having relationship/parenting troubles, needing to set boundaries, or just simply feeling stuck and do not know what to do, you have taken the first step towards improving your life. What changes are you looking for? You will learn more about yourself and others around you and will have strategies that will assist you in creating a better future, a clean slate, a fresh start.

"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain" - Anonymous. My therapy style is warm and compassionate as I work with clients who desire to not just cope with life, but to thrive. My goal is to help you achieve and live the life you want and deserve, and I do this by helping you remove the blocks of personal growth, improve relationships with yourself and others, and find relief from your struggles. I use a diverse set of therapy "techniques" but mostly prefer to base our therapy on your specific needs.

If you struggle with constant worry, fears or even panic attacks you know that there are times when life can be a challenge. Perhaps a major life change like a death a divorce, a new school or job has left you feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you’ve been using alcohol or drugs to self medicate and are struggling to stop. It could be your adolescent son or daughter is having difficulty navigating the teen years and you think they could benefit from a professional counselor. Whatever your situation there comes a time when you decide struggling through on your own is no longer working.

I am a neurodivergent provider. I work to provide a safe environment where you can drop the mask you put on for the world and be yourself. Working with clients to help them navigate the world in a way that is comfortable for them and accounts for how their brains work is something I am highly passionate about. I am collaborative with my clients, and work to ensure that both the therapy space and therapeutic process are suited to the needs of each individual I work with.

Do you you suffer from depression or anxiety? Do you struggle in an unhealthy relationship or has anger been an emotion that has controlled your life? Do you drink More than intended or more often than intended or use other drugs? I can help you develop coping skills to manage your life and have the life you deserve. I would enjoy hearing from you.