Therapists in Ypsilanti, MI

I enjoy working with adolescents and adults (both individuals and couples), helping them find relief from depression, anxiety, grief, life-stage transitions, as well as family and intimate relationship problems. I like helping my clients figure out how to reduce the impact of anxiety, stress, or depression on their lives and take steps to safeguard their mental health. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow and heal, investing in themselves as they work toward overcoming their environmental, psychological challenges and other problems that hold them back from leading more peaceful and fulfilling lives.

Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and I want to provide you a safe space to talk. I aim to provide a warm and compassionate environment for individuals who need someone to listen. Sometimes life can be hard to navigate, and I am here to walk by your side.

I enjoy working with clients that are motivated for change. We address the need for action behind the intention for change. I have 30 years of experience in counseling adults and teenagers challenged with depression, anxiety, grief and loss. I am trained in Trauma therapy with a Certification in EMDR therapy. Recently, trained in EMDR 2.0. I work with individuals that struggle with past experiences that shape negative beliefs about themselves and through EMDR therapy they can shift to a positive belief about themselves to have a better quality of life.

No matter how hard you try to move forward, you feel like your taking one step back. You’re a high performer with perfectionism tendencies and always put on a smile, which helps you forget your pain. You may feel you will never be fully happy and never be able to fully enjoy life how others do, because of your many losses, attributing to your decreased self esteem. You may keep friends and family at a distance, to protect yourself from yet another inevitable loss. You may have stopped exercising and taking care of yourself the way you used to, since it takes too much work and you're just surviving at the end of another long day.

With a dynamic professional background spanning New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Ann Arbor, and Melbourne, Australia. I bring extensive experience as a dedicated therapist. My journey through the performing arts, fashion, technology, and non-profit sectors has provided me with a unique perspective on personal growth and transformation. In my therapeutic approach, I prioritize creating a safe, culturally sensitive, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their inner selves. My commitment to empathy and trust is unwavering, and I believe in the power of collaboration on the journey towards healing and self-discovery.

You have been sitting with your thoughts and seem to recycle your memories. You are excellent at suppressing your hurt and stay busy with work and life as a distraction. You may no longer connect with others the way you used to and keep friends and family at a distance. The Pandemic may have increased your anxiety and depression and you are uncertain where to begin. Your worry and fear come out as: anger, sadness and controlling behaviors, due to questioning your worth and self esteem. Will I ever feel truly happy? Will I feel truly loved? Will I find my life path and the career that makes my soul soar? Will I learn to forgive?

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor in Michigan. My appointments are offered via telehealth, which has proven to be very accommodating for my clients and allows them more freedom to schedule appointments. I specialize in depression, anxiety, women's issues, grief, family conflict, substance abuse, PTSD, and life adjustments. I graduated from the University of Arkansas, Alpha Epsilon Lambda, and received my Masters in Counseling while earning a certification in Rehabilitation Counseling. If you are new to counseling, I assure you I will help you move past any anxiety you may feel.

Servicing clients who are in need of mental health support in various aspects of their journey. I assist individuals and families in attaining a level of health and healing that provides them with a sense of satisfaction in their lives.

Hello and welcome! You are so courageous for considering the next step in your healing journey. My name is Jennifer (Jen) Towns (she/her). It is my personal and professional belief that everyone can discover their most authentic and successful self. I invite you to a safe space where you can learn to trust, speak your truth, and realize your potential for emotional growth and change. ​I practice trauma-informed integrative therapy - blending somatic body work, EMDR, IFS / ego-state parts work, and a general recognition of the impact of traumas and attachment wounds on ourselves and our relationships.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I understand firsthand just how difficult it can be to ask for help. Let’s face it not many of us enjoy feeling vulnerable. Are you tired of feeling judged or facing backlash because of your outlook on life, just want to heal from trauma bonds and negative mindsets? Facing a life changing diagnosis and need help processing? Allow me to assist you with healing through mindfulness based, client centered, cultural sensitive, ect, practices. Life happens even when therapy isn’t in session so learn some new techniques that will help ease your stress.

We all need help, sometimes. Stepping Stones Wellness is a group of licensed, practiced, and professional therapists who employ a holistic approach to to help others heal from anxiety, depression, chemical use/dependence, grief and loss, disordered eating, and relationship issues under the clinical direction of Denise L. Brooks, PsyD, LP. We provide safe, private and confidential counseling and psychotherapy for individuals, families, couples, and adolescents designed to heal childhood trauma, adjust to loss, recover from substance abuse or dependence, disordered eating, and relationship difficulties in a safe, non-judgmental space that promotes greater peace of mind and self-acceptance.

Life is full of many different seasons, highs and lows, challenging and difficult, and we can often get lost in the flow of it all. I want to offer a space of authenticity where people feel safe to be their truest and most congruent selves. With compassion and empathy, I assist clients in learning effective coping skills, setting healthy boundaries, implementing positive lifestyle choices, enhancing communication skills as well as processing disturbing events. I specialize in working with trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.

If you have the desire or goal of wanting to feel more in control, secure, and at ease in your life, I have a passion for helping you get there. It is important to me that we ensure you have an equal role and input in our work together so our sessions feel collaborative, productive, and suitable for you because I want you to see the benefits of our work. I work best with people who are motivated for change and insight, but are also curious about themselves. I also specialize in and am passionate about working with medical professionals who are contending with issues like stress/burn out, professionalism, and communication issues.