Couples Counseling Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI
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Dan Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CST
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I provide therapy to adults,
couples
, and partners from diverse backgrounds.
Life can be painful; we often lose sight of ourselves and the things that matter to us most while we try to manage our distress the best we can. As your therapist I will help you find your path to a fulfilling, authentic, and meaningful life, even when faced with the suffering that life undoubtedly brings. I believe therapy should be a safe and affirming space for you to explore the context of your troubles, recognize your strengths, and find a path to healing, connection, and value.
Not accepting new clients

Josie Barnard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
*Not currently accepting new clients!* I am passionate about helping people grow and move toward thriving in all areas of their lives. I engage with clients in a collaborative process in order to help them achieve their goals, and I place a high value on developing a
relationship
with my clients that is characterized by understanding, acceptance, and authenticity.
Waitlist for new clients

Refreshing Waters Counseling . Sheila Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Choosing a counselor and entering a treatment
relationship
can seem overwhelming at first but taking that step can be your first movement towards a better life.
Are you ready to move forward in your life, free from circumstances and emotions that have held you back? Making the investment in your wellbeing can help you become the person you want to be, living the life you hoped for. Risk and change are scary ideas, but together we can examine what is holding you back and develop a plan that will lead to positive, lasting life changes. So often people live a compromised life that leaves them feeling unfulfilled and unhappy. At RWCC our passion is to help you overcome barriers and make changes towards a more satisfying life for you and your family.
Not accepting new clients

Lena Theodorou Ehrlich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My areas of specialization include depression, anxiety, work or career problems, womens' issues,
relationship
difficulties, self-esteem and self-image concerns, intimacy difficulties, divorce, loss or bereavement and college adjustment, among others.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or deeply unhappy with yourself or aspects of your life? Do you want to change but find yourself stuck in painful, unproductive patterns? Therapy can help. Drawing on my extensive training and experience, I can offer you an approach to therapy that is flexibly tailored to your unique personality and concerns. We can work together to help you achieve significant and lasting changes in your life.

Nicole E Buller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My training and experience allow me to offer an integrated approach to treatment incorporating psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, attachment and systems theories in my psychotherapy work with adults,
couples
and groups.
As a clinical social worker and therapist, I strive to create an environment of emotional safety in which we can identify and explore the internal conflicts and patterns of maladaptive behavior that leave you feeling distressed or dissatisfied. Through confidential consultation, we will first ensure there is a good fit between your concerns and my expertise. Then we will begin an individualized treatment that optimizes the conditions needed to support your recovery and personal growth.

Amanda Worthington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
For close to 10 years I have worked with children, adolescents, and their families, helping them to navigate challenging situations, behavioral concerns, and ongoing issues related to trauma. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD,
relationship
issues, family issues, and life transitions.

Matthew Zimmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I treat clients across the life span on trauma, loss, family and
relationship
conflict, parenting issues, LGBTQIA identities, existential crises, disordered gambling and behavioral addictions, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, suicidal ideation, phobias, and thought disorders.
The world in which we live can be a frustrating, disheartening, and difficult landscape to navigate. Having a seasoned and skilled guide can make the difference between distress and sustainable growth with a renewed capacity for joy. I have a deep understanding of the human condition and the dynamic challenges present in the world. I have an innate ability to sit with people at varying stages as they process through complex life challenges. I help clients to confront deeply engrained thoughts and feelings and tailor my therapeutic approach to significantly reduce the distress clients are experiencing.

Lynne G Tenbusch, Ph.D. PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals,
couples
and families.
Are you insecure, irritable, angry, confused or anxious? Are you uncertain about your direction in life? Do you lack spark? Are you having trouble in your relationships? Do you find yourself performing below your abilities? Are you confused about why you do the things you do? I have worked with a variety of problems including but not limited to anxiety, anger, sexual identity, depression, sports performance and
relationship
issues.
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Peg Kelley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My focus as a Counselor is on building a strong, trusting
relationship
above all else, which takes time, and in some cases, the willingness to try new behavior that may feel scary.
I want to work with anyone who has the goal of simply wanting to feel better than they do right now. Not feeling our emotional best is exhausting, and can lead to physical health decline, so it is worth the effort to try to feel better. The causes for not feeling our best can be for any of the reasons listed on the lower right ("issues") or, more often, unknown. I will listen to you and help you get to know your Self. Together, we will discover the tools you need to employ in various situations to help you understand your Self and your relationships, feel more confident and calm, less anxious, and live your life to its fullest.

Melanie Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about working with
couples
, families, and highly sensitive individuals. My goal as a therapist is to help facilitate the process of healing by empowering my clients to create environments in which they can thrive emotionally, mentally and physically.

Willow Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
My goal is to bring to you, as my client, a safe place to explore what will give you the most support for growth you want. My office is also a place to learn and try out new coping skills. I am a mentor with shelves of tools, some of which will fit the life you want to go out and have; others which may not meet your style. An ideal
relationship
will give you client room to open yourself to thoughts and feelings and learn what you want and need and how to express that in healthy ways

Colin Horn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My practice spans working with individuals,
couples
and families, as well as teaching courses in Family Systems,
Relationship
Conflicts and Parenting. I am specialized in family and marital therapy, managing anxiety and depression, chemical dependency and addictions. I also provide supervision to clinicians to benefit their practice of psychotherapy.

Sarah LeVar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LLC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I value the courage it takes for individuals to participate in a therapeutic
relationship
and create a non-judgmental environment where you are empowered to make the changes you want in your life. As a therapist I strive to build a collaborative
relationship
dynamic through providing validation and guidance. I have a special interest in working with young adults experiencing difficult transitions in their lives and
couples
/individuals struggling with infertility. My experience also includes working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, a history of trauma and/or managing borderline personality disorder.
Waitlist for new clients

Kate Thomas-Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified
Verified
What are your short-term and long-term goals? I hope to facilitate your growth by assisting you in identifying and making progress toward reaching those goals. I am enthusiastic about working with adolescents and adults addressing general mental health concerns as well as
relationship
issues, significant loss, and substance use issues. In addition to a certificate in chemical dependency, I have experience working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, traumas of various experiences, and death, loss and grief.

Wendy Kern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Welcome. I work with adolescents and adults that are struggling to manage difficult emotions - anxiety, sadness, anger, disappointment, envy, loneliness, and grief. Navigating what a full life has to offer can be tricky; going off to college, blended families, parenting concerns,
relationship
problems, divorce, loss, multicultural issues can leave us feeling lost and alone. Together, we work in an empathic and safe space to explore the twists and turns of your unique experiences. By thoughtfully examining emotions and painful experiences you can increase coping skills and bolster resiliency.

Jennifer Janssen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
Verified
As a
relationship
therapist, I help partners reduce conflict and develop a secure bond using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Many of my clients are looking for new ways of handling stress in their lives, are working to heal from difficult early experiences, or are seeking to improve their intimate relationships. Together, we can observe stuck patterns with curiosity, heal old wounds, and experiment with new ways of relating to yourself and others. I deeply enjoy helping people see themselves in a new light and experience increased wellbeing in their relationships.
Not accepting new clients

Vanessa Marry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
*My practice is currently full. Unfortunately, our waitlist has reached capacity at this time.* The cornerstone of any effective therapy experience is a good
relationship
. The
relationship
between therapist and client can provide an opportunity for working through difficult emotions and experiences, both past and present. I strive to develop a nonjudgmental partnership with each person I see in therapy, keeping in mind that every person and situation is unique. This allows us, together, to explore and understand the issues that bring you to therapy and how to begin to resolve them.
Not accepting new clients

Beth Chapman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach to the therapeutic
relationship
is to establish a warm, collaborative, supportive, and useful
relationship
that helps the client meet their personal needs for emotional growth, healthy relationships, and understanding their deep-seated reactions to their environment. I strive to meet people where they are at, without judgement, to help overcome any barriers they are facing externally or internally. I rely on establishing a
relationship
where all emotions/needs/fears/critiques are welcome, and everything is worth talking through in a safe space. I am committed to anti-racism, queer-friendliness, and I reject diet culture.

Amy Lawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD, CAADC, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I have over fifteen years experience working with adolescent and adults with a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders. I use an empathic, strengths based approach to address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and
relationship
and career changes. I have worked with a variety of clients with co-occuring mental health and substance abuse disorders. I tend to utilize person centered therapy techniques, interpersonal therapy, and CBT.

Felix Paulick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MBA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in working with individuals and
couples
struggling with
relationship
issues, depression, anxiety, and addiction. My areas of expertise include
couples
therapy, men's issues, sexual issues, and parenting issues. My approach to therapy is engaging and interactive. I believe that therapy should not be hard and heavy. You can not fix a problem from the same place it came from. My motto is "light and easy." We will confront difficult situations and tackle great challenges together in a light and easy way. I aim to inspire my clients and more often than not my clients end up inspiring me.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.