Divorce Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Seeking therapy is a big part of effective self-care. If you are curious about yourself, want to improve your relationships with others, and seek to find the most satisfaction life has to offer, therapy will provide a path forward. If you are in pain, therapy will provide relief. If you want to break free from past unproductive patterns, therapy will give you the tools and courage to forge a new way. I specialize in individual adult and couples therapy, anxiety/depression, life issues and adjusting to loss; and helping clients through divorce . I’m active, warm, respectful, and caring. I’d be happy to work with you!

Accepting new clients! There are many reasons you or your family may be seeking additional support right now. Maybe you or your child are experiencing anxiety, persistent sadness, behavioral problems, divorce /separation, difficulties in the school setting, or you are just looking for extra support to navigate a major life decision or hardship. I am here to listen and help you take the first steps to accessing the support you need.

Relationships play an important role in our overall well-being. If you are sad, anxious, or overwhelmed by life, you might notice that your relationships are suffering as well. I specialize in working with intimate relationships, life transitions, family problems, and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of concerns.

Relationships are central to my work, whether it be the relationship between a child or adult and myself, or the complex web of relationships within a family. My training and experience in Infant Mental Health--a type of therapy focusing on the attachment relationship between a primary caregiver and and an infant or young child--permeates all aspects of my work. I believe that therapy cannot separate an individual from the context of his or her relationships, past or present. I am creative and flexible in my approach to working with the children, teens, adults and families that I serve.

I believe in working with my clients in a collaborative way to identify intervention areas and to develop the therapeutic roadmap. I specialize in helping you navigate life transitions such as puberty, graduations (high school, college, trade school), diagnoses and changes within relationships (marriage, children, divorce , sexuality and loss of partner). I also work with people struggling with depression and anxiety (including sport and academic performance anxiety and perfectionism). I treat adolescents (11+), college students, young adults, adults and couples.

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.

Do you feel alone, misunderstood, damaged, insecure, or hurt? Do you desire a safe and brave space to be heard and to confront the internal conflict you feel inside? Do you just need someone to listen to you? This is the place for you. You belong here. Take off the mask, and take the first step of your journey! Here are some common reasons people contact me: Depression, General and Social Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Unhealthy Relationship with Self, Grief (due to divorce , recent breakup, empty nester, death of a loved one). Special focus on high school aged teenage girls and women of color.

I specialize in marital/couples counseling, as well as the treatment of depression and child and family therapy. I have developed an excellent 10 session couples counseling program. With a 5 session follow up, entering a couples group. I have helped save many marriages and relationships. It is very difficult, but very rewarding work. If your relationship is on the brink of divorce or ending, it might be worth a try. Intimacy and love are typically the most important aspects of living a happy life. If you are fighting too much, too distant emotionally or sexually, my work could be very important for you and your partner.

For over 20 years, Dr. Stephen Purcell has been helping adults, adolescents, couples and families improve their relationships; cope with stress, anxiety and depression; work through trauma, grief, and loss; overcome addictions; and navigate major life transitions like divorce and career change. Whether you are currently facing a crisis or simply want to improve the way you function in everyday life, Dr. Purcell has the training, skills and experience to assist you.

Room To Talk is a nonprofit program of The Women's Center in central Ann Arbor. Women, men, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ are welcome. We provide online teletherapy as a flexible option when we are unable to meet safety in person. In addition to psychotherapy, we offer divorce supports as well as job and financial coaching. We can all use a mental health "tune-up" now and again. Counseling is for everyone!

* I am only counseling via telehealth currently and not able to offer evaluations to test for ADHD. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master's in social work. I attained my degrees from the UC Berkeley, Fordham University, and Saybrook University. I have experience providing treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of interest include: mood and anxiety disorders, behavior management, divorce , adjustment, and relationship issues. I strive to provide exceptional services by adopting a practical approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each client.

Limited space! For over 20 years I have loved helping people with a vast array of emotional issues. I use my understanding of past and current life situations, as well as what I see happening within the therapeutic relationship, to help my patients achieve their goal. I enjoy working with young adults, teen and adults with anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, and trauma. I also work with men and women going through the divorce and custody process. I have dealt extensively with parental alienation. I help fix families. I’m the mom of 4 amazing adult children, an avid reader, a crime show addict and mom to my fur baby, Huey.

Hi! My name is Danielle. Reaching out for support exhibits strength and resilience. Through difficult situations, supporting individuals facing mental health challenges has always been a passion of mine. I would describe my therapeutic approach as anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and family family-focused. I provide a supportive, safe, and nonjudgmental space that is conducive to enhancing self-awareness and self-compassion. My priority is to establish a strong therapeutic relationship built on mutual trust, respect, and care.

My background in various human services settings has allowed me space to develop skills and understand people in a different way than most. My goal is to help you attain the skills to be who you want to be and have a place to let your feelings be heard. I love to help people start from where they are now and grow into who they want to be. My passion is working with children and young adults, focusing on becoming more independent through aquiring knowledge and skills for success and to better manage life stressors, anxiety, depression, transition, divorce , family changes, behavioral problems and school related issues.

Life can be hard. Young people face a number of challenges-- family stresses, anxiety about growing older and separating from parents, peer pressure, the lure of substances. As adults, we also face painful stressors-- divorce , for example, losses, aging. We can become stuck, overwhelmed, and confused. In my work with adolescents and adults, I offer an engaged, intensive approach that will allow us to understand how longstanding dysfunctional patterns and beliefs affect your daily life. Specialized training and decades of experience have taught me that the better we understand ourselves, the better we can handle challenges and implement adaptive solutions.

Do you find yourself trapped? Doing things that you never wanted to do? Is your child in trouble, withdrawn, angry, disrespectful, using drugs? Are you depressed, considering divorce ? These are some of the problems I’ve been able to successfully assist people in addressing and overcoming. I have 30+ years of experience working with individuals, families, groups and couples. I’ve worked in inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics and prison settings. I’ve worked with patient populations in substance abuse, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, sexual addiction, African-American and Hispanic populations

My clients struggle with various issues: anxiety, depression, anger, relationship challenges, divorce / break-ups, parenting concerns, medical challenges, etc. They come to me facing ongoing loneliness, sadness, and fear. My clients expect a compassionate space in which to explore their difficulties; unconditional positive regard from me to them. I honor clients where they are at and partner with them to facilitate the healing necessary to get them to where they want to be. My clients explore how their experiences in early childhood shaped how they show up in the world on a day to day basis, sometimes in unexpected ways.

Trying to find the right therapist for you or someone in your family is a highly personal decision and one which requires careful consideration. My goal is to make psychotherapy a positive, productive experience for you by using a highly interactive approach and by providing a supportive, non-judgmental environment for exploring issues of deep concern and sensitivity. I am committed to assisting you in learning to face life's challenges in a personally rewarding way.