Therapists in White Lake, MI
Janette Shallal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
I have 47 years experience working with individuals, families and children to help them cope with life's changes and challenges. I have extensive experience working with chronic and persistent mental illness, such as major depression disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and anxiety. I also provide marriage counseling, couples counseling, premarital counseling and family therapy.
I have 47 years experience working with individuals, families and children to help them cope with life's changes and challenges. I have extensive experience working with chronic and persistent mental illness, such as major depression disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and anxiety. I also provide marriage counseling, couples counseling, premarital counseling and family therapy.
Sheri Saxe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48386 (Online Only)
Sometimes living hurts. Sometimes we can be so overwhelmed by circumstances and stresses that it feels difficult to function. Coming to therapy is a courageous and hopeful step. Wether it’s to deal with anxiety, depression, trauma or family conflict, I absolutely believe that together we can find ways to reduce your suffering and find a path to healing and peace.
Sometimes living hurts. Sometimes we can be so overwhelmed by circumstances and stresses that it feels difficult to function. Coming to therapy is a courageous and hopeful step. Wether it’s to deal with anxiety, depression, trauma or family conflict, I absolutely believe that together we can find ways to reduce your suffering and find a path to healing and peace.
Kelsey Thomas-Borstler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, emotional regulation & management, trauma, stress related issues, meditation/breath work, family conflict, adjustment issues, anxiety and depression.
I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, regardless of where you are in life. I know it takes a lot of courage to take that first step in finding the right person to trust with your inner thoughts, secrets, and beliefs. If you are beginning therapy for yourself, your child or with your partner, I am here to help! If you choose to work with me and I hope you do, I will create a trusting space that allows you to explore, accept, and change unhealthy patterns in your life. I strive to create genuine connections with my clients so that they feel comfortable, happy and whole.
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, emotional regulation & management, trauma, stress related issues, meditation/breath work, family conflict, adjustment issues, anxiety and depression.
I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, regardless of where you are in life. I know it takes a lot of courage to take that first step in finding the right person to trust with your inner thoughts, secrets, and beliefs. If you are beginning therapy for yourself, your child or with your partner, I am here to help! If you choose to work with me and I hope you do, I will create a trusting space that allows you to explore, accept, and change unhealthy patterns in your life. I strive to create genuine connections with my clients so that they feel comfortable, happy and whole.
Dejan Jancevski
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Lake, MI 48383
I have over 15 yrs of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults for various issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family issues, anger, and inattention / impulsivity.
These days, it's understandable to have difficulties with isolation, and having "nothing to do." But are those "difficulties" interfering with your ability to function? Is it preventing you from working as efficiently as you normally do? Have you had difficulty getting or staying motivated? Are you having an issue concentrating or focusing on a task? Parents, are you struggling to keep up with your child's educational performance while managing your own job? Are you having trouble in other areas of life (e.g., substance use, incarceration)? Are you angry/irritable? If you answered yes to any of the above, I can help.
I have over 15 yrs of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults for various issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family issues, anger, and inattention / impulsivity.
These days, it's understandable to have difficulties with isolation, and having "nothing to do." But are those "difficulties" interfering with your ability to function? Is it preventing you from working as efficiently as you normally do? Have you had difficulty getting or staying motivated? Are you having an issue concentrating or focusing on a task? Parents, are you struggling to keep up with your child's educational performance while managing your own job? Are you having trouble in other areas of life (e.g., substance use, incarceration)? Are you angry/irritable? If you answered yes to any of the above, I can help.
Pamela Barckholtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, DCSW, IMH-EIV
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.
All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.
Katie Holden Sheffler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
At The Well Counseling we focus on providing a safe, caring, and a nonjudgmental environment, supporting you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life. Drawing from your strengths, we will work together to develop new strategies, skills and perspectives in order that you may live a full and joyful life. We utilize creative therapies in order to compliment and deepen the healing process. We now offer academic and intelligence testing as well!
At The Well Counseling we focus on providing a safe, caring, and a nonjudgmental environment, supporting you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life. Drawing from your strengths, we will work together to develop new strategies, skills and perspectives in order that you may live a full and joyful life. We utilize creative therapies in order to compliment and deepen the healing process. We now offer academic and intelligence testing as well!
Rhonda Beckermeyer
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
White Lake, MI 48386
Are you constantly worrying what others think of you? Walking around on eggshells to make a good first impression? Do you find that your child's anxiety keeps them from being the loving person you know they are? I work with people of all ages who are trying to get the most out of their relationships and are finding that anxiety keeps getting in the way of feeling confident with others or at school. Having healthy relationships is the cornerstone of a balanced life. You know that there is no better time to resolve these issues of insecurity than now. I can help.
Are you constantly worrying what others think of you? Walking around on eggshells to make a good first impression? Do you find that your child's anxiety keeps them from being the loving person you know they are? I work with people of all ages who are trying to get the most out of their relationships and are finding that anxiety keeps getting in the way of feeling confident with others or at school. Having healthy relationships is the cornerstone of a balanced life. You know that there is no better time to resolve these issues of insecurity than now. I can help.
Susan Flinders
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48386
Generally, each person and I begin by exploring the issues that has brought them to seek out my services. This exploration entails a joint effort that unfolds over time. A relationship is formed that helps us both to see more clearly how the individual is operating in their everyday life. It is through such an exploration that the individual begins to understand themselves, and, especially, their more intimate relating. I also believe that the person leads the treatment such that we will only go as far as each person desires. I can offer ideas, but, in the end, it is the individual who leads us.
Generally, each person and I begin by exploring the issues that has brought them to seek out my services. This exploration entails a joint effort that unfolds over time. A relationship is formed that helps us both to see more clearly how the individual is operating in their everyday life. It is through such an exploration that the individual begins to understand themselves, and, especially, their more intimate relating. I also believe that the person leads the treatment such that we will only go as far as each person desires. I can offer ideas, but, in the end, it is the individual who leads us.
The Center For Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Lake, MI 48386
i have over three decades of experience working with children, adults, couples and families on a wide variety of life problems.It is important to find a therapist that is a good fit, someone with whom you feel comfortable and who takes your concerns seriously. My approach is supportive, confidential and empathetic in helping individuals and families recognize their own needs and strengths. It's not uncommon to get stuck in unsatisfying and frustrating situations. Through our relationship you can start to become aware of the things that interfere with feeling better and use your strengths to make changes and move forward.
i have over three decades of experience working with children, adults, couples and families on a wide variety of life problems.It is important to find a therapist that is a good fit, someone with whom you feel comfortable and who takes your concerns seriously. My approach is supportive, confidential and empathetic in helping individuals and families recognize their own needs and strengths. It's not uncommon to get stuck in unsatisfying and frustrating situations. Through our relationship you can start to become aware of the things that interfere with feeling better and use your strengths to make changes and move forward.
Darcie Ries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
White Lake, MI 48386
Do you feel like you are not living to your full potential? Do you feel unhappy? Are you being held back by old patterns that no longer serve you? So many of us feel held down by stress and fear that we forget how to be happy. My desire as a therapist is to provide assistance and encouragement for exploring your personal stories as a way of coping with pain and finding meaning.
Do you feel like you are not living to your full potential? Do you feel unhappy? Are you being held back by old patterns that no longer serve you? So many of us feel held down by stress and fear that we forget how to be happy. My desire as a therapist is to provide assistance and encouragement for exploring your personal stories as a way of coping with pain and finding meaning.
Shannon McClelland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
I am a licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Everyone’s journey through life looks and feels differently. We all face challenges, setbacks and crossroads. Sometimes, these challenges can look and feel normal. Other times, they can be unpredictable and never ending. No matter where your journey takes you, there is always light at the end. Like a phoenix, you will rise from the ashes stronger than before. You will emerge and find peace, acceptance and your own personal growth.
I am a licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Everyone’s journey through life looks and feels differently. We all face challenges, setbacks and crossroads. Sometimes, these challenges can look and feel normal. Other times, they can be unpredictable and never ending. No matter where your journey takes you, there is always light at the end. Like a phoenix, you will rise from the ashes stronger than before. You will emerge and find peace, acceptance and your own personal growth.
Jennifer Hartenburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48386
Do you feel trapped in your own life? Confused about where to go from here? Do you need hope that your current situation, struggle or relationship can improve?
Do you feel trapped in your own life? Confused about where to go from here? Do you need hope that your current situation, struggle or relationship can improve?
Kaitlyn Smith
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48383
Prioritizing our own well-being can feel like one of life’s greatest challenges. However, recognizing we’re struggling and reaching out for help can reap the greatest rewards. In that process I strive to be a supportive and empathetic therapist working with you to meet individual goals, while figuring out what works best for you. At the core of the therapeutic relationship lies respect and trust, with the environment needing to feel safe and comfortable to ensure you feel heard and respected. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, life changes, or self-image, I want to support you in your progress.
Prioritizing our own well-being can feel like one of life’s greatest challenges. However, recognizing we’re struggling and reaching out for help can reap the greatest rewards. In that process I strive to be a supportive and empathetic therapist working with you to meet individual goals, while figuring out what works best for you. At the core of the therapeutic relationship lies respect and trust, with the environment needing to feel safe and comfortable to ensure you feel heard and respected. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, life changes, or self-image, I want to support you in your progress.
Pam Gutierrez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
White Lake, MI 48386
Life is full of transitions that often require support, guidance and trusted people to help. My experience connecting with many people to meet them where they are has contributed to my success as a therapist over the years in their times of needs and celebrations.
Life is full of transitions that often require support, guidance and trusted people to help. My experience connecting with many people to meet them where they are has contributed to my success as a therapist over the years in their times of needs and celebrations.
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Shavon Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48377 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I truly believe that understanding your family background and your childhood traumas aid in your healing.
Greetings! Congratulations on taking an active role in your mental health! I am here to help you through the process. New to therapy? No problem! Experiencing depression and feeling alone? I can help with that as well! On a journey to a better version of yourself? Good for you! Allow me to be your accountability partner. I’m simply here to help you on your journey to healing and self-improvement. I specialize in Family Systems, which is a fancy way of saying that the families that we are a part of, shape who we are today!
I truly believe that understanding your family background and your childhood traumas aid in your healing.
Greetings! Congratulations on taking an active role in your mental health! I am here to help you through the process. New to therapy? No problem! Experiencing depression and feeling alone? I can help with that as well! On a journey to a better version of yourself? Good for you! Allow me to be your accountability partner. I’m simply here to help you on your journey to healing and self-improvement. I specialize in Family Systems, which is a fancy way of saying that the families that we are a part of, shape who we are today!
Naomi Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
My experience within the school system allows me to be able to support your family as you navigate through school refusal behaviors, behavioral difficulties at school, and the 504/IEP special education process.
I specialize in working with children and families navigating emotion regulation challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss and trauma. I am a Certified Trauma and Resilience Clinician through Starr Commonwealth. My approach is always client centered and based on relationships and connection, as connection is imperative to feeling safe and shifting to the space where growth happens! I am passionate about providing treatment based in relational neuroscience to children, adolescents and their families. I utilize a variety of techniques, including CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy and group therapy.
My experience within the school system allows me to be able to support your family as you navigate through school refusal behaviors, behavioral difficulties at school, and the 504/IEP special education process.
I specialize in working with children and families navigating emotion regulation challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss and trauma. I am a Certified Trauma and Resilience Clinician through Starr Commonwealth. My approach is always client centered and based on relationships and connection, as connection is imperative to feeling safe and shifting to the space where growth happens! I am passionate about providing treatment based in relational neuroscience to children, adolescents and their families. I utilize a variety of techniques, including CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy and group therapy.
Laurel Greenwood-Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarkston, MI 48346
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Over two decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, body image, caregiver stress, family issues, relationship struggles and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Over two decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, body image, caregiver stress, family issues, relationship struggles and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
James A. Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Clarkston, MI 48348
I provide services to individuals and families
who are struggling with imbalance in their lives.
Many of my clients suffer from anxiety, depression,
family problems, addictions, marital problems, emotional disorders, and many other issues.
As a long - time educator and therapist, I believe that identifying and treating emotional problems is as complex as learning a foreign language.
So I see my patients at least twice per week for 90 minutes per session. Your commitment is the primary reason that I have an 80 percent rate of success!
I provide services to individuals and families
who are struggling with imbalance in their lives.
Many of my clients suffer from anxiety, depression,
family problems, addictions, marital problems, emotional disorders, and many other issues.
As a long - time educator and therapist, I believe that identifying and treating emotional problems is as complex as learning a foreign language.
So I see my patients at least twice per week for 90 minutes per session. Your commitment is the primary reason that I have an 80 percent rate of success!
Fai Cheleuka
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, MI 48328
Using a culturally sensitive approach, I will work with you (your partner and/or your family) to identify problems, develop solutions, and make necessary changes.
Are you looking to change areas of your life that are holding you back or do you need a safe space to talk and have someone listen to you? If you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, anxiety, adjustment, relationships, parenting, substance misuse, or other areas that make you feel that you are not living your life to your fullest potential, I can help! We have it in us to be the best version of ourselves and sometimes we need help to unlock it.
Using a culturally sensitive approach, I will work with you (your partner and/or your family) to identify problems, develop solutions, and make necessary changes.
Are you looking to change areas of your life that are holding you back or do you need a safe space to talk and have someone listen to you? If you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, anxiety, adjustment, relationships, parenting, substance misuse, or other areas that make you feel that you are not living your life to your fullest potential, I can help! We have it in us to be the best version of ourselves and sometimes we need help to unlock it.
Joan F Lazar
Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC
Verified Verified
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
I have been in practice as a Psychotherapist for over 25 years working with adults, children, and adolescents, as well as families and couples. My aim is to help my clients address important issues in their lives and find new ways to make meaningful changes. I have worked in hospital settings, as well as outpatient mental health clinics. My clinical experience includes the treatment of mood disorders, depression/bipolar disorders, anxiety, anger management, family and marital relationship issues, grief and trauma, school difficulties, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I coordinate care with physicians, schools, employers, and the legal system and can administer the MMPI as needed.
I have been in practice as a Psychotherapist for over 25 years working with adults, children, and adolescents, as well as families and couples. My aim is to help my clients address important issues in their lives and find new ways to make meaningful changes. I have worked in hospital settings, as well as outpatient mental health clinics. My clinical experience includes the treatment of mood disorders, depression/bipolar disorders, anxiety, anger management, family and marital relationship issues, grief and trauma, school difficulties, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I coordinate care with physicians, schools, employers, and the legal system and can administer the MMPI as needed.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.