Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Frankfort, MI

In today's uncertain world, more people than ever are experiencing issues with their mental health. It is my goal to partner with you to collaboratively work through the issues that you are facing in life. I strive to provide a comforting, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can come to have someone listen and help you to navigate through these issues. It is through this work that you will discover the inner strengths and skills you already possess. With these strengths and my assistance, our goal will be to work together to create genuine healing, change, and self-empowerment.

Are experiences with trauma keeping you stuck in the past and interfering with your quality of life? Do you find yourself trapped in harmful patterns that prevent you from having meaningful relationships? Are you constantly seeking to matter, feeling not good enough, or driven towards perfection? Working through these issues can be challenging and provoke tremendous distress. I cannot promise this process will be easy, but I can confidently say that there is hope for the future. As a licensed psychotherapist, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance that can be used as a vehicle for recovery and growth.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and R.N. in private practice in Georgia and Michigan. My doctoral dissertation researched grief and loss issues. I worked as a psychologist in MI for 24 years and in 2013 moved to GA and established a private practice. For over 2 decades I have presented workshops and seminars nationally at numerous professional organizations with a specialty in the field of dying, grief, and loss. I was widowed at 46, and have co-authored 5 books on grief and 1 on dying. I see clients online or in-person for a variety of counseling needs and co-facilitate educational grief groups (including GriefShare).

Hi! I’m Christina. I'm Certified in Neuropsychotherapy, an LCSW in NC, LMSW in MI, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and IFS & EMDR informed. Does liberation from past barriers, realization of your true potential and finding meaning/purpose in your life feel authentic in your individual growth? If so, I’d like to walk with you. Let’s explore your individuality, beauty, and unique strengths to improve your self-image, and repair your interpersonal relationships through healthy attachment and behavioral patterns to facilitate neuroplasticity.

Are you ready to take the first steps toward healthy, lasting change? I believe in the resiliency of humans and know that we all have the capacity for meaningful change and growth. My approach to therapy is collaborative, engaging, and direct. Sessions are individualized to meet your own needs and goals, and often utilize a cognitive-behavioral or solution-focused approach with a healthy dose of mindfulness and unconditional support.

Have you ever felt trapped by intrusive thoughts, worry, or fears that don’t go away? You might be afraid to share these thoughts or concerns with others, even those closest to you. Or maybe you're embarrassed because you easily misplace things, often arrive late to important meetings, have difficulty paying attention when others are talking, or constantly feel disorganized no matter how hard you try. It might not seem possible to have a life without your thoughts or feelings taking over. I'm here to tell you that relief is possible and you don’t need to suffer anymore!

I am a psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping others to navigate life's journey. I offer a judgment-free environment to overcome life's challenges and provide a haven for self-discovery. Through this process, my clients have recognized their ability to heal and gain a greater insight into self-empowerment. I specialize in overcoming trauma, parts therapy (IFS), relationships, anxiety, depression, and more with individuals/couples in coordination with their PCP when needed. I have found that how we perceive ourselves is our reality, and, together, we can expand that perspective.

My focus is women and adult individuals seeking support with trauma, substance use/addiction, co-occurring disorders, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, loss, aging, relationships and co-dependence. Perceptions can and do change throughout our lives. It is never too late to begin again and there is always hope! Therapy serves as a vehicle to help you safely navigate your learning and personal growth, and to open doors to new possibilities. Together, through non-judgmental supportive guidance, we’ll develop skills that are the best fit to empower and enable the attainment of the life you desire!

Aloha! Thinking about navigating a new course for tranquility or reaching your new peace-filled horizon. Me too! One day I'd like a practice in Hawaii, for now the beautiful lakeshore of West Michigan. Charting a new course of direction is the first step, to sustainable emotional health. I help many suffering with life challenges, "POI", Hawaiian for sticky situations. As a Master Level licensed professional, I work to remove the "POI" helping you reclaim your life from stress & dysfunction. If life's storms seem to capsize your every effort for peace, let's talk. Together we can navigate safe passage to a tranquil future.

A wise philosopher once said that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Small changes, even increasing self-awareness, can collect and snowball into life-changing transformations. These changes and transformations currently may be hard to imagine or fully believe, and we can still choose to bravely take that step. Whatever length your journey, I offer support along the road and a safe space for exploration, expression, insight, and transformation.

Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.