Chronic Illness Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Everyone experiences challenging times or life changes at one point or another. As a therapist, my goal is to help you navigate through these times so that you can approach them with confidence and self-compassion. Whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety, entering a new life phase or experiencing a more chronic stressor, therapy can provide a judgement-free space for self-exploration.

Currently offering in-person and telehealth appointments. Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist and I work primarily with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing trouble sleeping, anxiety, depression, chronic illness , chronic stress, life transitions, and peer relationships. I use a client centered approach to help individuals use their strengths to cope with life's ups and downs. My goal is to help you develop coping skills and concrete tools to better manage difficult situations and learn to navigate life differently.

As a therapist, I offer a safe place for people to share their struggles, make meaning of life experiences, and set attainable goals for treatment. Therapy involves being self aware to discover how to resolve inner conflict and better understand how to cope and function in relationships and with the world in which we live. I work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, career issues, chronic illness , relationship and interpersonal conflicts.

Dr. Matthew Gonzalez is a fully licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist. He has over 30 years of experience spanning all age groups, populations, settings, and the full spectrum of mental, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive concerns. He earned his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Michigan and his Doctorate (Psy.D.) from Rutgers University. For the past 13 years, Dr. Gonzalez has worked with civilian, military, government, and intelligence community populations. Prior to that, he ran a busy private practice in both clinical and neuropsychology in Michigan.

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My work as a therapist is guided by the values of authenticity and respect. I offer a safe and supportive environment for self-examination and growth, and work in partnership with you to determine your own unique needs for healing. I have experience supporting clients through life and career transitions, explorations of meaning and purpose, anxiety, depression, decision-making, concerns surrounding chronic illness and/or disability, and issues related to creative work and identity. When appropriate, I incorporate mindfulness and acceptance practices, and work from a trauma-informed lens that includes body-awareness.

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We believe that you are the master of your own life and that therapy is a joint process that we can navigate together. We are here to help you develop the tools and understanding needed to create the life you want and meet your long and short term goals. Our mission is to provide more accessible services to underserved clients. Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, trauma, self esteem, LGBTQ+ related concerns, self-harm, OCD, substance use, relationship issues, chronic illness , family conflict, and more. We are best reached by email.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, have anxiety, or just not feeling like you’re firing on all cylinders? Life throws heavy stuff at all of us, and sometimes we need a partner to figure it out. That’s where I come in; I’m just a real person helping other real people. The idea of talking to a therapist can be scary- maybe you’re not ready to share your whole story, but that’s okay. My job is to help you figure out what you want to work on and go from there. I believe that therapy is a safe place where we can come up with solutions to some of the challenges you may be experiencing.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients of various ages and from various cultures and backgrounds. I am particularly suited to help individuals cope with various physical, sensory, and learning challenges. My goal is to help my clients empower themselves and cope with many challenges including: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, various disabilities, trauma/PTSD, and LGBTQ+ challenges, to name a few. I am now trained to offer EMDR therapy for trauma. If you or someone you know is having difficulty coping with the many stressors life can throw at us, please give me reach out. I look forward to meeting you :)

My passion is to guide others beyond difficult problems and stresses to build a better life. I provide a safe space with each client to work on challenging relationships, managing anxiety, depression, health issues, trauma, and life changes.