Brainspotting Therapists in Sterling Heights, MI

Office, Virtual, Weekend and Evening Appointments Available! We work with folks who give of themselves freely but find it hard to be on the receiving end; rebellious teens who are bright, quiet or outspoken but also largely misunderstood; disillusioned parents and couples who are unhappy with the way things are but are committed to getting things back on track. You are welcome here! We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, stress and trauma in BIPOC, Black and African American teens and adults. If you are considering the courageous next step toward a life of thriving, we'd be honored to partner with you on your journey.

“Self-care is the constant practice of not letting more pain accumulate.” -Susan Raffo. I have a special interest in the wellness and wholeness of QTPOC, and helping each person uncover the underlying foundations of their discomforts. I believe in treating the intersections of the mind, body, and spirit. Listening, witnessing, empathizing, and being present are tenets of my therapeutic framework.

Painful life experiences can leave us feeling on-edge, overwhelmed, and alone. Maybe one thing happened, or maybe it was many. Either way, you're tired of feeling like you're struggling to just get through the day. You're ready to make a change. You're ready to put the past behind you. Most of all, you're ready to feel alive and achieve your full potential. I want to help you jumpstart your healing process.

I enjoy working with clients who are ready to explore who they are, and why they feel, think, and behave the way they do. During therapy with me, clients gain deeper self-awareness, paving the way toward a more authentic and meaningful life.

In-office or Telehealth 60 minute appointments! I provide life changing, compassionate care with EMDR Therapy, Brainspotting, and Emotional Parts Work. With over 25 years experience, I work collaboratively with clients in a warm, respectful manner. I treat adults, veterans, law enforcement, and first responders with trauma, depression, anxiety, dissociative disorders, childhood abuse, and domestic violence histories. Through EMDR Therapy and Brainspotting, clients identify root causes of their symptoms, and clear traumas that lead to depression, anxiety, body pain and illness. LGBTQI+ ally, offering a safe space for counseling.

My ideal client hasn't had things be super easy for them. Having to deal with health issues or not being accepted by friends or family for your gender/sexuality adds another challenge on navigating life. Working together using holistic somatic approaches like Brainspotting and EMDR I want to provide you with a safe, affirming and non-judgmental space for you to heal and grow from harmful life experiences. Collaboratively we can work toward your goals using trauma informed interventions in individual counseling sessions.

I know the struggle is real. Every. Day. Whether you deal with trauma that is tormenting, anxiety, depression, have been in a relationship that has wounded you, or are looking to improve your emotional health, I offer a safe environment where we can build trust while we dive into what is keeping you from healing & moving toward your goals. Clients who work with me describe: decreased stress & anxiety, healing from trauma & pain, improved communication patterns & increased marital satisfaction. Together we can get to the root of your struggles to bring real change and growth!

You’re an employee, homemaker, sibling, son/daughter, partner. You’re physically and mentally exhausted from carrying the load by yourself. You resent yourself for your inability to set boundaries and say “no” to others, and you often resent others for not being able to meet your needs. The expectations of yourself are higher than they would ever be for anyone else. In the quiet moments of the day, when you may allow yourself a break from your to-do list, you’re anxious, irritated, and sad. You may struggle with autoimmune issues, digestive issues, chronic health conditions due to the weight of your world.

Are you struggling and wondering what is going on? Perhaps you battle with anxiety, worry, stress, troubling memories? Are you unable to say "no" to others? Do you wonder if you have ADHD or if there is a non-medication approach to treatment? Have you seen someone else in the past who just listened but nothing changed? If any of these describe you, let's connect and design a plan to support you the way you deserve. You will experience a warm, inviting environment and feel heard. We will work together to identify the core of your struggles, then develop a plan to help you achieve the life you want to live.

A life that is trauma, or drama-free is often based in fairy tales. Let's face it happily ever after does not provide details of "who", "what" and "how" happy is defined. Real people have real problems...relationship issues, financial issues, employment issues, depression, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, and grief are just a few of the problems we deal with regularly. Healthy coping skills are necessary tools to help people master life's issues and maintain their health mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether you need help in developing coping skills or strengthening coping skills, help is available.

I am excited that you have decided to begin your Self Care Journey and/or work towards Strengthening your Relationships. Today is the perfect day to take control of your life. It is a great time to heal old wounds of Hurt, Guilt, and Disappointment. Let’s challenge negative thinking patterns, beliefs, and experiences by developing Healthy Coping Mechanisms. I want to help guide you in dissolving past and present pains by promoting hope throughout our therapeutic journey. We can work collaboratively to achieve Mental Wellness, Gratitude, and Peace of Mind.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Life is full of challenges and setbacks and we sometimes need assistance. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation. I work with you to help you identify your desires and empower you to make those positive changes in your life. I recognize that making the choice to seek help can be difficult, so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help create an environment where you feel supported in your counseling journey.

Ladies, are you looking for just a 'normal person' who you can feel comfortable with? I am down-to-earth, approachable, and know how to help you overcome worry, overwhelm, and feeling stuck using a variety of evidence based treatment styles and Christian perspectives. I am very easygoing and relatable, which helps me to quickly build strong relationships with my clients. Each session we will focus on your top concerns and you will feel authenticity, genuine connection, and warm and focused support. Email me right now to begin to experience the peaceful, balanced life you’ve been waiting so long for. I can't wait to hear from you!

You wake up exhausted and dread facing the day ahead of you. Life feels heavy and everything seems like a burden. The anxiety or sadness you experience sometimes catches you unawares. It feels like you've tried every tool in your toolkit but something isn't clicking. You’ve had better days and you wish you could just make this feeling of angst go away. Trauma is a physiological response to a situation or event that overwhelms the body. As Peter Levine states “Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence”.

Would you like to feel more confident, connected and integrated? Let’s work together to experience the healing and thriving you desire. I am dedicated to helping clients bring forth their authentic selves, building upon their strengths, and caring for and addressing places of pain. I seek to develop a collaborative and caring relationship with clients in order to bring about optimal healing and empowerment.

People come to me because they feel trapped, depressed, anxious or angry, or stuck in a rut. There is a huge gap between expectations and reality together with a breakdown in their mind, body, emotions, and spirit. They feel unregulated, unbalanced, unable to sleep, exhausted, in pain, in fight or flight mode most of the time and sometimes, have suicidal tendencies. They are crying or screaming in one way or the other. They want relief, things to go back to where they were, change, peace of mind and time to heal. Most importantly, they want love and compassion.

Life is difficult. Grief, loss, trauma and all of the existential concerns of relationships with others, the relationship with yourself and the meaning and purpose for your life and occupations, are all very real emotional problems. Effective therapy addresses these concerns in a way that nothing else can.

My mission is that I want you to be excited about your life! Naturally, people seeking therapy and life coaching want a desired result. I am a mash up of Positive & Humanistic Psychology, an experienced clinician with a trauma-informed approach. Grounded in openness, honesty, trust, humor and confidentially. My passion is to empower you to recognize that you can become the hero of your own life. You can learn to live life freely and authentically, to thrive in your relationships with self and others, and to experience true healing and growth. Ultimately, the goal is to uncover your passion and perseverance. Website denisebanyai.com