Feminist Therapists in 48106
Connally Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
All people deserve to live healthy, satisfying lives. Our intention is to help clients find ways to increase insight, clarity, balance, and meaning. We are passionate about the intersection between psychotherapy, research, and contemplative mindfulness with a goal of supporting clients on their journey to wellness and self-discovery. Connally Counseling is an agency committed to providing affirming care to LGBQIAA, Transgender folx, Queer-Identified, those exploring gender, sexuality, kink, polyamory and their families.
All people deserve to live healthy, satisfying lives. Our intention is to help clients find ways to increase insight, clarity, balance, and meaning. We are passionate about the intersection between psychotherapy, research, and contemplative mindfulness with a goal of supporting clients on their journey to wellness and self-discovery. Connally Counseling is an agency committed to providing affirming care to LGBQIAA, Transgender folx, Queer-Identified, those exploring gender, sexuality, kink, polyamory and their families.
Brian Nickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
I work with clients who feel burned out - whether at work, in school, or any other area of life - but who have responsibilities they can't just walk away from. I understand the challenges that come with trying to thrive under alienating, capitalistic conditions.
I work with clients who feel burned out - whether at work, in school, or any other area of life - but who have responsibilities they can't just walk away from. I understand the challenges that come with trying to thrive under alienating, capitalistic conditions.
Lucy M Grippo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Welcome! I am a clinical social worker who combines a holistic approach with research-supported therapeutic techniques in my clinical therapy practice. I am experienced working with those with anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and other adjustment issues. I have a special interest in supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am enthusiastic about working with you through all of the diverse and personal manifestations of mental healthiness.
Welcome! I am a clinical social worker who combines a holistic approach with research-supported therapeutic techniques in my clinical therapy practice. I am experienced working with those with anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and other adjustment issues. I have a special interest in supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am enthusiastic about working with you through all of the diverse and personal manifestations of mental healthiness.
Nicole Kadis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LLMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48106 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with connecting to yourself or your partner? Does your ADHD or neurodivergence make things feel more difficult? Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you and your partner feeling like you're at a loss on figuring out how to communicate? These are all experiences I would love to work with you on. Together, we’ll create goals that will lead you to the peace and security you seek within your life. This could look like addressing depression or anxiety, understanding the impact of neurodivergence within your relationship, navigating life transitions/conflict within relationships, or learning new skills.
Are you struggling with connecting to yourself or your partner? Does your ADHD or neurodivergence make things feel more difficult? Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you and your partner feeling like you're at a loss on figuring out how to communicate? These are all experiences I would love to work with you on. Together, we’ll create goals that will lead you to the peace and security you seek within your life. This could look like addressing depression or anxiety, understanding the impact of neurodivergence within your relationship, navigating life transitions/conflict within relationships, or learning new skills.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.