Eclectic Therapists in Midtown, Detroit, MI

New year, New you! I know that's what's been on your mind since the new year began. Well, you've already taken the first step, and I’m here to help you reach your best self! Between balancing work duties, family dynamics, relationships and your inner wants and needs, it's time to finally prioritize yourself and your healing. I know the days can get dark. Trust me, I’ve been there. In our therapeutic sessions I want to help you peel back the layers of disappointment, distress and confusion to get to the core you. What are your true values, goals and desires? And how can I support you in working toward achieving them? Let's find out!

I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Michigan, and I have a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology. I have been a therapist for over 25 years with a lot of experience working with children, the elderly population, the foster care system, and working with the disabled population. In addition, I have a Private Practice, where I provide Individual, Group, Marriage and Family Therapy. I have addressed an array of problems, in the areas of depression, anxiety, disability, autism, stress management, caregiver issues, consulting and career counseling. My therapy approach is eclectic.

Creating and holding space for folks to feel safe in, share, be authentic, be vulnerable, and heal is something I have felt called to do throughout my life. I am an adamant believer that individuals are the experts on their own experience, and that includes providing space to discuss the impacts of various forms of oppression you face. I view therapy as a partnership on a journey toward healing, for which an affirming and non-pathologizing space is essential.

Hello! Congratulations on taking your first steps to bettering your mental health. My name is Cassandra (Cassie). I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (IL) who has worked with a wide range of clients from young children to adults and families. I believe that each individual is unique and special; therefore, I prefer an eclectic and collaborative approach to counseling; developing the treatment plan to reflect your unique needs.

As a counselor, I aim to provide a warm, accepting atmosphere in order for every client to feel welcome to share their story. I believe that counseling is a collaboration between the client and counselor, and that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to counseling success. I utilize various theories and methods in my counseling, and have adopted an integrated or eclectic approach in order to best meet everyone's individual needs.

Starting therapy can be a daunting and overwhelming process. It is my goal to make it an easy and comfortable transition. I view therapy as a team approach including the child and/or adolescent, the family, community resources, and myself. We work together to best address the presenting challenge. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, and families within a variety of therapeutic settings. I received my Master of Social Work from New York University and a Post Master's Degree from Loyola University.

My Clinical Psychology private practice allows for maximum individual attention and confidentiality. Since 1988, I have specialized in treating trauma conditions resulting from war, auto, workplace, violence and residuals of childhood abuse. Related conditions include depression, anxiety, physical pain, relationship difficulties, addictions and cognitive disorders. As a result of auto and occupational injuries, many patients/clients suffer Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injuries; and they can greatly benefit from my individual and group psychotherapy. I am a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist so some of my work involves cases in litigation including evaluations, testimony and expert witness services.

As I like to tell my clients, anyone at any stage of their lives can benefit from therapy. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or life stress, etc. Therapy helps by having someone to talk with, process the stress, and formulate a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. Therapy works best as a collaborative process between the therapist and client, working together to achieve a positive and supportive workplace where mental and emotional health can thrive.

Life is full of challenges, and we as humans were not meant to face them alone. Whether you struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty making meaningful connections, or simply coping with the everyday stresses of life, it can feel overwhelming to try and face it alone. The goods news? You don’t have to! I am passionate about helping people such as yourself work through painful life experiences, learn to tolerate painful emotions, develop a deep sense of connectedness, and discover a life of fulfillment they may have never thought possible. Whatever difficult journey you’re facing, let’s walk it together.

The therapy I offer is most effective for people who have already spent time working on themselves in therapy, spiritual practice, or by other means. My main treatment focus is developmental trauma, which means the harm caused in relationships growing up. As adults that can look like high functioning depression, anxiety, relationship problems, creative blocks, numbness/dissociation, lack of progress, and other expressions. We work with mindfulness based somatic therapy in an compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental environment using a wide array of methods. Together we will uncover the healing your body is striving to access.

Do you or a loved one feel stuck in frustratingly chronic patterns of disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction & low self esteem? Do you experience related depression, anxiety, OCD, or unresolved trauma? These issues tend to occur together, creating a psychological storm that is challenging to overcome on your own. It is difficult to find a treatment provider with the expertise and training to effectively address the complex symptoms of eating disorders and negative body image as well as related conditions. But expert specialized help can make all the difference. Our team at the Center for Eating Disorders can help.

You are here to find a helping hand. I am a helper and encourager by nature. Let me walk along side you as we collaborate together through difficult circumstances to promote growth and healing in your life. You are the expert in your life. I believe the solution to your problem is already within you. Let us discuss your expected outcome and work on a solution to meet that expectation. The time spent together will focus on you and your needs. You will be listened to, heard, and understood.

Dr. Everette is the author of Finding and Keeping Romantic Love: Relationship Tips for People Over 50. She has over 30 years experience as a holistic psychotherapist working with individuals and couples. She assists in helping clients tap into their innate strengths and address issues that prevent them from living comfortable, enthusiastic, purposeful lives. She specializes in working with mental health practitioners, academics, and couples ( including bi-racial couples). She is best suited for clients wanting to go deep and work hard.

We are a nationally acclaimed clinic with a staff of over 40 psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists. This means there's virtually no waiting time for an appointment. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our clinic, open since 1973, specializes in mental health, substance abuse and employee assistance programs. All of our practitioners have either a Master's or Doctor's degree. We provide services for people of all ages, from 3 to 103. We can work with individuals, couples and families. We are approved for most insurances and many employee assistance programs (EAPs).

You question if you are the problem or if you’re at fault for the issues in your life or what happened to you. From the moment you wake, your thoughts are racing, and through much of the day, you’re plagued with flashes of intrusive memories. The constant overwhelm causes you to struggle constantly, and it feels like peace is impossible. A voice in your head tells you to “feel your feelings,” but how do you do that without spiraling? On top of your inner chaos, the people in your life walk all over you without a care. You have been hearing a lot of talk of “setting boundaries,” but worry about pushing people away.

I work both individually and in groups with men/boys seeking support exploring how masculine socialization relates to their problems, and cultivating healthier masculinity to heal themselves, their interpersonal relationships, and patriarchal systems of gender-based oppression in their communities. I also work with a variety of clients of different backgrounds and experiences looking for a therapist with an anti-oppressive lens, who will regard the client as the expert on their life and experiences, and see their struggles in the integrated context of the personal, cultural, and universal levels of their human experience.

I take an individual and strengths-based approach to therapy, and specialize in working with adults who deal with trauma, insomnia, depression, substance use disorders, and anxiety. I hope to cultivate an accepting and empowering environment where you can feel supported and challenged to progress. I hope to give you practical help in getting to your goals, and provide feedback and exercises to work on outside of our time together, increasing the size of your tool kit to deal with life stressors and mental health challenges.

This constant anxiety, followed by crippling bouts of depression, is preventing you from living your life. Even on good days, your negative self-talk beats you into a sleepy paralysis. Everyone can be hard on themselves, but your mind has become downright violent. It’s exhausting trying to anticipate when it will strike next. You can’t trust your own thoughts. It’s obvious that your painful past isn’t going away on its own. It takes all you’ve got to get through the day. And most days it takes more than that. Stuck in a vicious cycle with no end in sight, you know you can’t handle this alone anymore. But what choice do you have?

You are seeking to become the best version of yourself that is in true alignment with your inner being. You may be struggling with: anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship and or, couples concerns, grief and loss, and low self-esteem. You yearn to deepen the understanding of yourself and the relationships you keep or have let go of. Life offers stages of change, loss and transformation, and we often find ourselves surrendering to merely being. You may get caught up in the day to day tasks and easily forget to take time to pause and reflect on what is really happening on the inside.