Sexual Abuse Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Immediate Same Week Openings! Sometimes we get caught up in the messiness of life and forget to enjoy it! I get it, life can be stressful! All of our feelings are normal but sometimes we feel them more intense and they might even make our day to day lives extra challenging (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem.. sound familiar?) You are deserving of a life you enjoy living and I am here to help you get back to your best, authentic self.

Are you feeling sad, depressed, worried, fighting, arguing, anxious, feeling stuck, unhappy, having communication issues, inattention, concentration problems, social skills problems, low self confidence, relationship problems, or need crisis intervention? Have you experienced trauma? Do you want to enhance peek performance in sports or everyday life with the development of mental skills (concentration, imagery, self talk, etc.)? I worked with a diversity of problems including parenting skills, child behavior disorders, autism, marital discord, job finding skills, fears and nervous habits, stress, depression, assertiveness training, panic disorder, phobias, social skills deficit, emotional and behavioral problems. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy.

Life can be challenging to navigate at times and when anxiety or trauma is present it can seem nearly impossible to find your way along life’s journey. Finding a therapist to take that journey with can sometimes feel overwhelming as well and I would like to ease that process for you. As a counselor and fellow human, I operate from an authentic place where openness, honesty and compassion prevail. I will meet you exactly where you are at and we will move forward from there in a holistic fashion, treating the mind, body and spirit as a whole.

Asking for help can be hard, but many challenges are easier to face with support and assistance. I offer a comfortable, safe space to talk. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and should be tailored for each client, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. I will listen carefully and share my thoughts on how we can best approach your problem. We will work together to devise strategies and meet your goals.

You may feel like you are just going through the motions of life. You may have trouble relaxing and you are not sleeping well because your mind just won’t stop. Maybe you are replaying scenarios from the past or worrying about what might go wrong in the future. You might feel angry or irritable. You struggle to connect with other people. You can show compassion to everyone else except yourself. You wonder whether you are good enough.

We are a team of highly skilled psychologists and social workers who are passionate about delivering exceptional therapy. Every provider comes from an accredited program and has been trained in evidence-based (scientifically-informed) treatment approaches. We share the belief that the most essential element of therapy is a strong relationship in which a psychologist displays genuineness, reliability, trustworthiness and expertise to help with life's most difficult problems. Please visit our website at integrativea2.com for more information about each of our psychologists.

You feel like it’s time to take care of yourself. Every time you try to devote time to yourself, life somehow gets in the way. Family, kids, work, school. It’s also the thoughts and feelings that keep you up at night. You hope to bring a sense of clarity to your life. You no longer want to feel led by all the “have tos” or “shoulds” in your life. You constantly support everyone around you. You are ready to receive support for yourself. Together in therapy, we will create a space of safety, curiosity, and kindness so you can heal. You will learn to be as compassionate towards yourself as you are towards others.

I provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of concerns, difficulties, and/or challenges. May you or your child be looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation, ready to move in a new direction in life, or want to develop increased insight into your self and your life, I look forward to working with you and/or your child to better understand and resolve personal or life challenges.

I have experience working with people with trauma, depression, and anxiety. I have worked in various environments, such as athletics, schools, hospitals, and private practices. My job includes providing therapy to adults and adolescents, performing psychosocial evaluations, creating individual care plans, and managing follow-up appointments. I believe in prioritizing the client's needs and collaborating closely with them and their community to help them attain their objectives.

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.

I focus on the treatment of trauma using a mind-body and mindfulness framework and work from the understanding that our life experiences are stored in the body. It’s important to pay attention not only to our thoughts and emotions, but also to the clues our body gives us. My goal is to help clients create their own sense of safety, enhance relationship to self, and to move towards a space of presence and increased well-being. I also offer consultation to clinicians hoping to deepen their understanding of parts work using a trauma-informed perspective.

The decision to start therapy is an important step. Seeking help is a sign of courage. I would like to help you to figure out what is wrong and to help you to start making changes and find ways to start living a more fulfilling life.

I provide individual and group psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. My work with children is specific to gender identity. My clinical work is focused on eating disorders, gender identity, LGBTQQ+ concerns, multicultural counseling, survivors of sexualized violence and trauma. I work with clients through a social justice and holistic health lens that emphasizes the inseparable connection between our mind, body, and environment. My approach to therapy is strength-based and client centered rooted in cultural humility. I incorporate mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based techniques depending upon the goals of each client.

The foundation of effective and beneficial therapy 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.

I specialize in treating trauma, grief&loss, and anxiety. Unresolved trauma can create invisible emotional wounds. The deep emotional scarring of these wounds can negatively impact both personal and professional lives. Early trauma is often at the root of mental illness, including depression and anxiety. I specialize in providing trauma focused therapy solutions. In my office, you will find a safe space where you can express yourself and move toward your desired goals in a healthy and healing way. Our relationship will be built on the four pillars of healing: trust, safety, support and hope.

My approach begins with a sensitive and empathic understanding of what brought you to seek help. Then, we will discuss what approach would be best suited to you. I welcome people from all backgrounds--regardless of race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender identity, or religion. People I work with tend to want to understand the roots of the feelings or symptoms that trouble them, so that they can become more resilient to life's challenges. When it is practiced to its fullest potential, therapy engages deeply with your whole self, so that you can make profound and sustainable changes in your life.

Whether we are exploring historical life events that have contributed to current difficulties, working to resolve ongoing feelings of hopelessness, sadness, or cynicism, building skills to curb addictive behaviors (with substances or other vices), or examining ways to tolerate life on life’s terms, I feel that my unique combination of professional experience as a frontline social worker in high acuity residential and outpatient settings have taught me how to approach a multitude of issues with genuine compassion and belief in each individual’s innate capacity for resilience and change.

My ultimate goal as a therapist is for clients to feel empowered and fulfilled in life. I strive to create a space where you can feel safe, supported, and hopeful about your growth journey. We will work collaboratively to identify and tackle goals, while also developing effective coping strategies that are sustainable for your individual needs. I have extensive experience using a variety of evidence-based practices to provide individualized care, while also utilizing a strengths-based and person-centered approaches.

Welcome...I'm so glad you made it here! Taking the first step to seeking counseling is a brave choice and choosing the right therapist is an important decision. Let me tell you a bit about myself to see if I am right for you... As a Clinical Therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals from diverse backgrounds, religions, and cultures. I bring over 9 years of experience as a mental health professional and have had the privilege of serving a wide range of populations. My diverse experience has given me insight into a wide range of mental health challenges and strengthened my ability to support individuals facing challenges.