Therapists in Hockessin, DE

Michelle is a skilled facilitator in her work with dysfunctional family dynamics. She supports individuals, couples, children, and adolescents facing struggles that hinder them from long-lasting healing. Her approach is holistic. She examines the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual well-being of each individual. Her integrated treatment features reliable scientific theory coupled with sound theology.

I have a PhD in Psychology. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in a variety of treatment modalities to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to young adults, adults, couples and families. My practice addresses issues of depression, anxiety, addiction, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, compulsive disorders and grief. I help people who have problems with addictive behaviors. Working with family members who are affected by the addiction of a loved one is part of my mental health practice.

My training and experience include treating anxiety and panic, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, substance abuse, personality disorders, and chronic illness. My background as a family therapist allows me to treat many individuals, including family members or other significant people in a person's life. For more than four decades, I have studied the nature of interpersonal relationships, and have assisted couples and individuals as they face life's difficult challenges. If you are in need with help, I can help you resolve these issues and feel better about yourself.

Thank you for taking the first steps in working towards emotional healing. I have experiencing collaborating with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of needs. My approach is Client-Centered and I include aspects of Cognitive Behavioral as well as Solution-Focused therapies into my work. When working with children, I incorporate play therapy, include sandplay, into my sessions in order to engage clients and create a comfortable environment for therapy.

In my 23 years of practice, I have helped people suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, family issues, eating disorders. I believe that each individual is unique, and that understanding a person's pain is crucial in helping people feel better, grow, and develop into a person who believes in his or her self. I also believe that trust and respect in the therapeutic relationship are essential to enable and promote change. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you. You can also feel free to call me at 302-738-3739 to talk with me about your concerns.

The therapy process is a confidential relationship based on mutual respect and trust. The needs of the individual, couple, and family are addressed via traditional and alternative approaches. Dr. Jemail values good listening, kindness, a nonjudgmental approach and draws from the wisdom of research, experience, as well as, common sense. The goal is to promote healing, growth and independence. Therapy via Doxy, FaceTime or phone sessions are an option depending on circumstances. She will provide as needed support out of session. You can call or email Dr. Jemail to discuss your specific needs.

Staff at Integrative Psychology Group, LLC provide a supportive, collaborative and compassionate approach that will empower and support you in dealing with your unique circumstances. A developmental perspective helps us know where to start. We work with you to understand the relationship between your challenges, emotions, learning and behavior. Are there areas in your life that you are struggling to understand? Have you experienced a death or loss, or have you been diagnosed with a terminal illness? Are your relationships in jeopardy or your family in turmoil? Or maybe you are trying to figure out why you, or your child, are having trouble learning, or maintaining attention. Do you need help with parenting and behavioral management of your child? Do you, or your child, need to be evaluated for ADHD, or a learning disability? Whatever the situation may be, we are here to help. Therapeutic goals are established to address your individual needs; and treatment is both person centered and evidence based. For families dealing with the educational needs of their children, comprehensive assessment and accurate diagnosis give you the answers you need. Please contact us, we are committed to helping individuals, children, adolescents, adults and families with special needs.

Michael graduated from Bryn Mawr College with a Masters in Social Work, and employed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for past 26 years. He provides therapy to individuals, couples, families. Michael engages each client in identifying his/her need and discovering a better path forward.

You may be here because you are struggling with feeling like your mental health concerns are controlling your life. Or that your grief from losing a loved one or many loved ones has become too much to bear. Maybe you and your partner have reached a level of conflict that is too painful for both of you. My goal is to listen with an open heart and mind and to be your guide as you move through the healing process. I believe that each person has the capacity to heal themselves, and with a therapist walking alongside you, that healing can be both powerful and long-lasting.

We are all trying our best, myself included. Somedays, we take small steps forward, and other days we move backward or stay still. I know it takes a lot of courage to decide to come to therapy, to take that step towards facing what gets in the way of living your best life. If you are like most of us, you have already been working hard to get there by reading, listening to podcasts, talking to friends, and searching yourself for the answers. I get it; change is hard and can feel very uncomfortable. Sometimes we need a safe space and a teammate to continue our growth. If you are looking for an ally on your journey, reach out.

As Therapist and Life Coach, I am integrally connected to the burgeoning Science of Positive Psychology, which is the scientific study of what enables people and communities to thrive. My approach emphasizes the uniqueness and potential of each individual. I dwell in the possibility for positive change. I am committed to the use of tools which make it possible for you to recognize, appreciate and utilize your signature character strengths (you at your best) to assist you with any perceived problems, limitations and areas of healing, thereby opening the door for you to set your intention toward the realm of your possibility.

I enjoy working with children and families to address their unique circumstances and challenges. I work with children of all ages, from early childhood through adolescence. I enjoy supporting parents as they manage the ups and downs of parenting children of all ages. I work from a stregnths-based perspective and believe that client motivation to participate actively in therapy is a great indicator of success. I utilize evidence-based treatments including cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to treat anxiety, depression, stress, and challenging behavior.

My approach to therapy is first to fully understand your difficulties and then work with you to find the best ways to make changes that promote growth and personal fulfillment. I believe that it is crucial for you to feel that therapy is a safe space where together we can explore, examine, and be curious about your experiences and your relationships with other people. In my years of practicing, I have found that many distressing symptoms (such as anxiety and depression) often disappear when people have the opportunity to look closely at their relationships with others.

In my practice, I look to build a strong and trusting rapport with clients. We are then able to work together on identifying potential sources of life stressors as well as strengths. In exploring these areas, clients are able to identify and modify previous patterns of behavior in order to achieve their full potential personally, academically, and/or vocationally.

I welcome clients who are grappling with grief, life transitions, identity explorations, and issues of meaning and purpose. Much of my experience has been assisting students with the adjustment into and out of college and graduate school. I also have experience working with people who are navigating the challenges of mid-life and/or transitions into older adulthood. A particular interest of mine is the adjustment to parenthood. I aim to help clients face both the losses and opportunities that transitions hold, in order to deepen their ability to be fully present to their life. My goal is to help build resilience and joy.

Not Accepting New Clients at this time. I have always had a passion for helping people find their voice and their inner strengths. My approach to therapy looks at the whole person in regards to their physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual selves. I practice a strengths- based and mindfulness approach with a focus on meeting the client where they are in the moment. I see a wide range of clients from all walks of life, experiences and age.

“The greater the difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it.” I have worked as a clinical psychologist since 2011. Prior to this I received my master’s in clinical health psychology. I have had wonderful opportunities to work in numerous settings to help children and families. I have a vast amount of clinical experience with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges. In addition to my clinical work, I conduct clinical training for other child therapists as well as serving as a consultant to early childhood providers.

I work with women who are considering or approaching major life transitions or milestones. Those who are smart and ambitious and tend towards perfectionism which leaves them questioning themselves and experiencing stress and worry. Those who are entering a new decade, deciding to switch careers, contemplating marriage and/or parenthood, all the while navigating daily stressors and everyday lives. I work with individuals who are looking to be kinder to themselves and figure out what they really want.

At Peaceful Living we want to see people learn, heal, and grow. We work with you to help gain the awareness and support needed to fulfill your life goals and purpose. Our support through counseling, coaching, and anger management services is available to adults, adolescents, and couples, and groups online and in our office.