Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

I am honored to work with women who are facing anxiety, depression, grief or struggling with what is next in life. Especially those living with chronic illness, experiencing career burnout, working through seasons of loneliness, or struggling with body image and self love.

Life is an ever-changing journey with so many pitfalls and struggles, it is hard to keep ahead. So many people find themselves struggling with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and other issues that keep us stuck in old patterns. Ideally, I am looking for people who want to make change, even if they feel resistant to the idea right now. Personally, I look to help those individuals who are at least contemplating growth, change, and coming out of the self-constructed safety box. We are not simply looking for the light, we are searching for the source within you. Simply put, people who want to be the favorite version on themselves.

Are you tired of caretaking for everyone and feeling like no one cares for you? Do you struggle to give yourself the same kindness & compassion that you so easily give to others? Does guilt get in the way of you saying no and setting boundaries? Most of my clients are impacted by these issues and feel helpless in living an abundant life of self-love. My expertise is working with people to find healing and restoration through empowerment, developing insight, and working with the body. I understand how power, oppression, and trauma can contribute to distress and I work to instill hope.

You want to find peace, but the critical noise of “it’s just not good enough” controls and weighs you down. There’s a part of you that’s a high achiever with perfectionistic tendencies that feels exhausted and overwhelmed, riddled with self-doubt. The days go by in a flash as you strive to please and meet others: expectations, wants, and needs, while you’ve lost sight of your own. The present moment feels out of reach as you constantly think into the future or ruminate over the past.

Help Me To Help You! I provide discreet sessions to professional athletes and their families. Also, I do substance use or abuse evaluations. I am an LMSW, CAADC, ICAADC, Qualified SAP, and Qualified SAE. Over the 40 years, I have had the honor of helping children, adolescents and adults by providing evidenced-based therapy to individual, family, groups, and megagroups. I have been a senior therapist, clinical director, drug court evaluator, forensic psychotherapist, and educator. I create a relaxed and supportive environment. I use a strengths-based, solution-focused, and empowerment-oriented approach.

I love working with young adults and seniors to help them find their passion in life. I will work to help you remove blocks that are keeping you from being your most awesome self and help you develop the skills needed to live a life you have always dreamed. I’ve worked with teenagers to overcome addictions; I’ve worked with young adults transitioning to adulthood to overcome anxiety and depress which allowed them to go off to college and become successful. I have helped couple’s save their marriages and improve child/parent relationships; I have worked with Seniors who are now in a caring role.

Seeking therapy is a big step. As a therapist, I strive to create a comfortable environment where you can freely discuss any topic without fear of judgement. The "why" behind each individual's decision to seek therapy may differ from person to person - but I will always strive to be open-minded, understanding, empathetic, and ensure that therapy is a safe space for you. My main goal is to establish a space where you can feel safe to share personal thoughts, issues, and concerns so that we can work through them together.

Being vulnerable and sharing intimate details of your life with a stranger can cause a great deal of stress. However, with the right set of ears listening and the right approaches, tackling your challenges becomes achievable. I am here to help you identify and understand your issues. Together, we will create and implement a plan to achieve your personal goals.

While fostering a sense of safety, we will explore your/a loved one's present experience with depression, anxiety, self-harm, grief, loss and/or trauma symptoms. Are you looking for support that could enhance your relationship(s)? I believe in building one up in a sincere & safe way, identifying strengths within individuals, while empowering to communicate effectively, reducing escalation & conflict. My experience has centered on teens, parenting, treatment of adults, psychiatric assessments & trauma. My personal history as a solo parent & ovarian cancer survivor may help others moving through difficult situations.

Many of my clients are seeking personal growth, navigating grief, struggling with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and tendencies, trying to find motivation, experiencing concerns related to their mood, healing from secondary trauma, adjusting to illness, approaching or enthralled in life transitions, interested in self-care and awareness, making healthy choices and life-style changes, or wanting to invest in general wellness. I am currently providing exclusively telehealth therapy. My passions of animal-assisted therapies are not completely stifled by this! I enjoy the chance to see you with your pets at home!

Reaching out takes courage and I promise to meet you with an open heart. My goal in therapy is to create a safe place to explore what makes you authentically you and together finding solutions that fit your needs. We will create an atmosphere to start untangling unhelpful past and present patterns and behaviors to make positive steps toward your desired future.

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.

You've experienced the pain caused by trauma and it continues to weigh you down, impacting your daily life and relationships. You're tired of feeling stuck in negative patterns and replaying painful memories. You've seen one or more “trauma” therapists that didn’t actually know how to truly help. You experience a constant tug-of-war between logic and what your emotions seem to dictate. Your mind and body have tremendous potential to heal, and your spirit is ready to guide you; if you’re ready to stop the guesswork in finding the right trauma therapist and to fully embark on your healing journey, I am here to help.

Navigating infertility and pregnancy loss are some of the most intense journeys that people can be forced to experience. You might be trying to cope with complex emotions of feeling overwhelmed, angry, bitter, or even confused by the journey you're navigating. Maybe you've tried talking to your friends & family; only to be met with comments of being told to "stop thinking about it so much", "I'm sure it will work out" or any phrase that begins with "at least" and end up feeling more isolated than you did before.

Welcome! I'm Emma. I believe therapy can be more than just helping you cope - you deserve to thrive. This world is a tough place, but together, we can build upon your strengths and develop new skills to guide you towards a more fulfilling life. As a therapist, I strive to provide a judgment-free space where you will feel truly heard. I respect the fact that you are the leading expert on your experience, and will act as a committed supporter and guide as we work toward your goals.

I work with clients seeking support for ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Disability, Grief/Loss, LGBTQ+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, and Trauma. I am passionate about working with immigrants, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA2S+ community and people of all bodies and abilities. I work from a strength-based, culturally-sensitive and holistic perspective that values your unique experiences and supports you towards achieving your therapy and life goals.

My area of expertise is helping adult clients manage their anxiety, including excessive worry, difficulty controlling anxious thoughts, and anticipatory anxiety. I provide practical help to deal with social anxiety, self-criticism, worry, and self-defeating behavior patterns. ​​In our weekly sessions, you will learn ways to reduce reactivity to thoughts and feelings, to help reduce your feelings of distress. We will also explore ways to improve relationships, foster more adaptive coping skills, and gain a better sense of one's self.

Whether your goal is to heal from the past, navigate the present, or build for the future, therapy can help. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, empowering, and non-judgmental space for you to tell your story and achieve your goals. I recognize that you are the expert of your own life and I will partner with you to create a therapeutic approach that is as unique as you are. While I use a variety of evidence-based techniques, above all, I will provide a reliable source of support, understanding, and genuine care.