Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Alma, MI

I believe that every person has the capacity to change, heal wounds, and experience new levels of wholeness. Therapy can be a catalyst for growth; a place to be fully seen, known, and equipped. I work with women in transition, whether you're navigating college, career, marriage, or motherhood, as well as all the other "less shiny" changes. We'll work together to create sustainable rhythms for mind-body-spirit wellness. Your goals take center stage. I offer a somatics-based+EMDR integration of treatment in which we grow resiliency, expand your capacity for presence, and strengthen nervous system regulation.

Life is a journey! So many ups and downs. Whether you are going through a rough patch in life, need tools to help you grow, or just want someone to listen to what you are going through, I hope I can be that person for you. I will strive to be your safe place, be honest with you, encourage you, help you find your strengths, and help equip you for the life you live. I have several years of social work experience, many of them working with children and adolescents. Everything from pregnancy counseling and adoption, to working in the schools, to now being a therapist.

Understanding how I can assist my client to achieve successful counseling is vitally important. Knowing that people enter counseling with a myriad of troubles I rely on multiple resources to assist clients in unearthing their best selves. I have been trained in Perinatal Mood Disorders and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health, crisis prevention and intervention, post-secondary education resources/guidance, substance abuse, individual, children, family, and group counseling.

Finding a therapist that you connect with to address your life stressors, trauma, and mental health struggles is crucial. I aim to assist individuals in carrying out changes that promote life fulfillment. I offer a unique perspective I acquired through experiences in providing trauma therapy to survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse with a focus on mindfulness. Traumatic experiences from any phase in life can keep one feeling emotionally numb. I aim to heal wounds left by childhood trauma, toxic relationships, and self-sabotaging patterns. Experiencing trauma can disrupt one's ability to establish healthy relationships.

Planning a family can be a challenging time for many. In spite of reading all the books, scanning the internet and asking all the questions, you may find it is not what you expected and your mental health can shift and change. I can support you through this delicate period. My work with young children and their caregivers is about building a safe, trusting relationship. Our earliest relationships provide the foundation for all future relationships. I work with parents/expecting parents, indvidually or with their young child. My work with young children indvidually is play based and skill buidling.

I work with people through life transitions, parenting challenges, and relationship concerns. I see each person holistically including mind, body, and spirit. I hope to acknowledge the mind-body connection and honor this through the therapeutic process. I am an experienced yoga teacher and will integrate mindfulness-based approaches and movement as a client prefers. During therapy, I will work with you to identify goals and help you take steps to move towards your goals. I will listen non-judgmentally and seek to witness and understand your perspective and experiences. I work to provide anti racist and LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Taking the first step to seek therapy is never easy. My goal is to help clients feel empowered to tell their stories, process their past and move towards a healthier future. I use multiple evidence based treatments to provide therapy in the areas of trauma and abuse for adolescents and young adults as well as fertility counseling, infertility and pregnancy loss for adults. I’m also available for Consultations and Evaluations for Embryo Donation and Egg & Sperm Donation as indicated by ASRM guidelines.

Hello, thank you for checking out my profile. Looking for a therapist or seeking out help can be very challenging. I appreciate your willingness to take this first step. My goal is to be your advocate, brainstormer and person who helps you realize all of your potential. My hope when meeting with my clients is that every time they leave their therapy session, they have found some insight, discovered a new skill and feel more confident in dealing with the many challenges we all face in our lives.

If you are ready to find more joy in your life, I am ready to help guide you! My work as a therapist began as a doula and supporting families through the transition to parenthood continues to be an important part of my work, but the struggles of parenthood go beyond the postpartum period and I'm here for all of it.

Life is full of peaks and valleys, and sometimes we all need a little support or guidance. I am passionate about supporting kids, teens, young adults, women, and parents in periods of struggle or transition. I have training and lived experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, pain, child and family issues, and perinatal mood disorders. I have worked with survivors of sexual abuse, clients struggling with suicidal ideation and self-harm, and parents/caregivers trying their best to raise strong and healthy children. I can relate to people from all different walks of life, cultures, religious backgrounds, and sexual orientations.

Hello! Life can create unseen challenges and become overwhelming and quite isolating. You are not alone and are worthy even when you don’t feel like it. Thank you for putting yourself first and taking this step in healing. Be proud of yourself. Let me be with you as you navigate your struggles. I specialize in helping individuals and couples dealing with life transitions, with a focus on supporting women, young adults, new parents, and family of the aging.

I believe in the power of the therapist-patient relationship, and providing a safe, confidential environment, free of judgment, and built on respect. My practice rests on a foundation that all people have unique gifts and challenges; we are all worthy of peace and fulfillment.

Today you are one step closer to a "new you" where you can experience an empowering and positive path to growth and well-being. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance, or you're just ready to take a new direction in your life, please contact me and we can work together to achieve your goals.