Psychodynamic Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

As my client, you will be heard, understood, respected, and valued. Your challenges and concerns are important and are the focus of our collaboration. I have had good success assisting clients in how they feel while also increasing their understanding of the how and why of their difficulties. My services are compassionate, clinically based, ethical, and confidential. I provide a safe environment, which balances supporting you and challenging you emotionally. My office is in a convenient Downtown Ann Arbor Location with reimbursed parking. Together we rediscover your assets, strengths, and accomplishments and utilize these in the present.

Wanting something different, and struggling, is part of being human. We all find ourselves repeating patterns that are unhealthy or unhelpful. With my background in clinical social work and developmental psychology, I will work with you to understand how these patterns came to be and how you can create new ways of being in the world. Together, we will work to minimize stress and anxiety, find more effective ways of coping and affect the genuine change you desire.

I've been in practice for over 10 years and have seen patients from three-ninety years old. Many transitions occur throughout the lifespan and during these transitions; some can be more difficult than expected and need examining for better understanding and practices. To do this I facilitate an environment free of judgement and help my patients understand their feelings and thoughts, as well as how to improve their behaviors to better their lives and futures. I enjoy my work and very much and strive to help people find their own voice, achieve their greatest accomplishments and successes in life, love, and work.

I believe it is important to meet people where they are and that everyone has the potential to grow. Sometimes it just takes a little extra support in order for people to get to a place where they can enjoy life more completely and feel good about themselves. When working with my clients I use a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches. I offer comprehensive counseling for adults and adolescents and have worked extensively with anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, self-confidence issues, loss/grief, and relationship difficulties.

I have been practicing for over 26 years. I mainly work with people who are depressed or anxious, and want to get more out of life and relationships. My goal is to help you become aware of unhealthy patterns so that you can feel better, make better choices, have better relationships,and lead a fulfilling and joyful life. I provide a safe and confidential space where no topic is off limits, where you can express yourself freely and where you will feel supported and understood. I will help you acquire self-understanding and provide guidance and tools to help you feel better.

Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable not only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's unique self.

I’ve focused on providing confidential psychotherapy for men and young men for most of my career because guys in every stage of life need support that’s tailored to their unique concerns. In a typical course of therapy, we might start by identifying your goals and then get an action plan together that might include exploration of past issues and relationships, examining current issues and symptoms, examining your irrational core beliefs, and finally moving toward preparing for the future. Using positive psychology, we’ll identify the many unique strengths you have as a man and then we’ll build upon those strengths.

I have 30-plus years experience providing psychodynamic psychotherapy to adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression and anger management problems.

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.

I specialize in life transitions and helping people achieve goals in their personal and professional life. I especially enjoy helping people when they face major decisions and changes in life. Whether facing a crossroads in a relationship or choosing a career, I can help you define who you want to be and set you on a path toward achieving success. I also specialize in helping people with performance anxiety and performance achievement. Whether you're a student who dreads public speaking, an aspiring performing artist, or corporate manager, I can help you conquer roadblocks and provide tools to maximize performance.

Trained at the University of Illinois at Chicago as a clinical psychologist, I believe that I have developed a compassionate, effective approach to helping people. My work is primarily informed by a psychodynamic framework and also contains elements of cognitive behavioral techniques and family systems thinking. I am convinced that the heart of psychotherapy involves a conversation and meaningful engagement between the patient and the therapist.

If you are someone who is experiencing anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, lack of motivation, feelings of hopelessness or isolation, lack of purpose, problems in your relationship or some other life issue I may be able to help. We can work together using evidence-supported treatments such as EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and mindfulness based approaches to create the changes that you want to see in your life.

At some time or another in life, everyone feels stuck, unable to overcome some problem despite his or her best efforts. Talking therapy can be invaluable in helping one gain new perspectives on oneself . By helping clients see themselves in new, broader, more realistic and more accepting ways, I help them gain the emotional and psychological energy and understanding to make needed changes. I believe I am most helpful to people by listening carefully to what they are saying and by helping them put into words what seems hard to say or even to understand right now.

I hold degrees from Harvard University, McGill University, and Adelphi University. I will work with you in an attuned, caring, and deeply respectful way. I help people overcome painful anxiety, shame, depression, relationship difficulties, loss, and the challenges of creating a thriving and meaningful life. My approach involves collaboration and emotional connection, allowing me to understand your unique personal experience. I bring to my work an effective blend of empathy and extensive professional training. I enjoy working with people of different cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.

Everyone experiences stress, yet how one copes is very individual. When life challenges us beyond our limits, we may need professional help. I am a PhD social worker with 30 years of experience in health and mental health. I work with individuals and couples utilizing a strengths-based, psychodynamic counseling approach. Different therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and stress reduction methods are provided in a safe, empathic, and nonjudgmental space to maximize treatment effectiveness. My work focuses on grief and non-death related losses, as well as mood disorders, i.e. depression and anxiety, and chronic health and mental health conditions.

Hi, I'm Alex! I'm a limited license professional counselor (LLPC) with experience working with teens, adults, and couples in individual and group counseling settings. I am passionate about reflecting on how the past influences your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors in the present, and how to create goals to realistically address struggles you may be experiencing. I also love working with LGBTQ+ clients or clients exploring their identity. My job as a therapist is to instill hope in yourself and confidence in your strengths as a human being, while also providing some new perspectives if needed.