Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

With my clients, I build a therapeutic alliance that allows me to understand each client’s environment, challenges, and goals. The foundation for therapy is a collaborative, supportive, professional relationship with my client. Intersectional and feminist approaches are integral to my work. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate their identity and orientation.

Are you overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Life can be challenging at times and it’s easy to get stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The good news? Change is possible. Maybe you're stressed at work, grieving a loss, in an unhealthy relationship or having trouble adjusting to a new transition in your life. In a safe, nonjudgemental space I can help you explore new options. In my practice, I have empowered clients with the tools needed to navigate their emotions, build resilience and create a more fulfilling life.

It is wonderful that you decided to begin the process of finding a therapist. I think that it is vital that you find someone that is a good fit for you. It is important to create an environment that is free of judgment so that you can feel safe expressing yourself. The way we form our identity is complex, many roles play a factor including our environment, family history, current relationships, and lifestyle. Through the journey of life, events both positive and painful help to mold us. The path of healing and exploration into yourself can lead to a stronger, happier, healthier you.

No matter how hard you try to move forward, you feel like your taking one step back. You’re a high performer with perfectionism tendencies and always put on a smile, which helps you forget your pain. You may feel you will never be fully happy and never be able to fully enjoy life how others do, because of your many losses, attributing to your decreased self esteem. You may keep friends and family at a distance, to protect yourself from yet another inevitable loss. You may have stopped exercising and taking care of yourself the way you used to, since it takes too much work and you're just surviving at the end of another long day.

Are there things in your life you know you can work on but you’re not sure where to begin? Uncovering the obstacles keeping us from connecting to our true selves can seem scary and daunting. There are many competing priorities in our lives that can feel overwhelming and can make it difficult to know where to start. Working with a therapist can help. With a focus on chronic pain/serious illness, mood disorders and grief/end-of-life concerns, we can work together to develop a way through the chaos so you can feel more like yourself and get you closer to the person you know yourself to be.

Change is the only constant in life: we live in a complex, busy, and changing world that presents a variety of challenges, as well as opportunities, in our everyday lives. Our biological and psychological makeup, as well as our spiritual, cultural, social, and family backgrounds and support systems, have a lot to do with the ways we deal with these challenges.

I have worked with numerous populations including adolescents, adults and families. I have been working in the field of addiction treatment for several years, with other specialties including domestic violence, trauma, women’s issues, anxiety and depression. I am also an EMDR therapist, trained through the EMDR Institute.

You’re here looking for a therapist because you’re suffering, doubting yourself, and feeling all alone. Or maybe you’re here because you’ve experienced trauma or loss and can’t seem to move past it. You’re also here because you want to change, to be your best self and overcome the obstacles life has thrown at you. Change is scary, but I’ve got your back. I can collaborate with you to create healthier coping strategies, better self-care, and more effective communication. Through compassion and respect, I want to help you thrive instead of just survive.

I believe that every person has the ability to heal and that power comes from within. I work with adults and mature teens to help build resiliency through trauma informed interventions. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced traumatic life events such as childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. I am skilled in treating folks with trauma related disorders including dissociative identity disorder. A philosophy that I use to guide my approach is this: in life pain is inevitable, suffering, however, is not. If you are suffering know that help exists in the form of compassionate and caring counseling.

I am a counselor in Michigan with 15+ years of experience providing counseling to families and individuals across the lifespan in-person, on the phone, and online formats. I have worked with clients on a wide range of issues from life adjustments to severe and persistent mental illness. I am a special needs parent, with a young adult son with Autism; and another young adult daughter that is LGBTQ+. Clients often find me to be very relatable because of the combination of my professional and personal experiences.

Having relationship troubles? Arguing with your partner or family? Feeling lost? Anxious? Unheard or misunderstood? Sometimes you need a little support. I'm here to provide that support, as you do intentional work.

I believe in centering the client's experience and providing a warm, affirming therapeutic environment. I utilize principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness in my work. I prioritize a holistic approach and value empathy, holding space with my clients and advocating for any needs my clients may have along their healing journey. My focus areas are anxiety, depression, identity, grief, and life transitions. I have extensive experience working with survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. I am excited to partner with you on your therapeutic journey!

We are a seasoned professionals with care, concern and a passion for supporting others. Our approach integrates holistic and evidence based modalities for thirty years now. We have been fortunate to facilitate the experience of creative healing of children, adolescents, and adults alike. We will return your call promptly to see how we can be of help.

Utilizing a multicultural lens, I work empathically and collaboratively to explore what unique identities and stories are interwoven in each person. I incorporate mindfulness and holistic principles with an integrative, person-centered, compassionate approach that is rooted in psychodynamic psychotherapy. Over time, with trust in the therapeutic alliance, framework, and process, we will work together to explore and understand parts of self, self in relationships, and how your past shows up in both internal and interpersonal dynamics. Clients who work with me are interested in deepening awareness, strength, resiliency, and healing.

In this day and age, it may be difficult to feel seen, heard, validated and appreciated. You may feel like there is no one around to discuss your thoughts and feelings with, or that doing so may burden them. We try to go it alone, but sometimes it just takes a bit of support and a listening ear to process stress and to release it. If you are going through marital or relationship stress, family or friend difficulties, you are struggling with grief, low self-esteem, or are experiencing trauma, such as, sexual assault or domestic violence, you are safe here.

Megan Miller, LPC, NCC, is a therapist at Identity Counseling Psychology who works with individuals across the lifespan to treat a wide range of mental health issues. Megan has a B.S. in Psychology with a Minor in Juvenile Justice from Grand Valley State University, as well as an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Michigan University. Megan’s specialty areas include trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Megan is especially passionate about working with the adolescent and emerging adult populations, although she enjoys working with clients of all ages.

Hello! I wanted to use this space to share a little about my approach to therapy to see if we'd be a good fit for each other. My approach revolves around you, the client. I believe that you are the expert of your story, your experiences, your struggles, and your goals for therapy. I will meet you where you are and provide warmth, acceptance, and empathy. I enjoy building modalities and interventions based on your needs and interests and finding what works best for you. Recognizing that as this all can be a challenging and hard thing to do, I want to create a safe and validating place for you so we can tackle what needs tackling.

Have you found yourself struggling to engage with day-to-day life in the way you would like to? Do you tend to avoid situations that stir up fear or anxiety? Do you often feel tense and on edge? These can be common experiences for people who struggle with anxiety and/or trauma. Unfortunately, these struggles can often lead us to live a more limited life than we would like and can cause us to feel stressed and isolated.

As we encounter new life stages, we often come face to face with our deepest doubts and fears. Finding the courage to work through these to achieve lasting personal growth requires a safe and structured space for telling our stories and unraveling the knots that cause us pain. As a therapist with twenty years of experience, my approach to providing such a space is client-focused, holistic, and collaborative. I specialize in helping my clients navigate academic challenges, intimate relationships, family dynamics, cultural integration, and life transitions.