Psychodynamic Therapists in Birmingham, MI

While we can't change difficult situations of the past or present, we can work together to better understand those experiences and how they may be affecting your life today. By utilizing a variety of complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.

I provide psychotherapy and treat individuals and families. We can work together to help you alleviate stress and distress, improve self esteem and relationships, strengthen academic and occupational dynamics and enhance your quality of life. Comprehensive experience with depression, anxiety (PTSD & OCD), sexual abuse, eating disorders, substance abuse, self-esteem, relationship issues and behavioral problems. I also conduct psychological testing, including the need for school/ standardized testing accommodations, IQ, ADHD, learning disabilities, information processing, achievement/academic, and personality and emotional functioning. Theoretical orientation is psychodynamic , cognitive-behavioral and family systems. I am in network with various insurance companies and will offer sliding scale if indicated.

I would like to help you become the architect of your own life - overcoming the internal obstacles that prevent you from experiencing happiness, freedom and control. You may wish to conquer a strategic goal, or address a more complex problem - relational, emotional, professional or behavioral - or perhaps something you cannot define. I am adept at understanding human dynamics, and can bring clarity to your mental chaos or confusion. I am comfortable with all personal experience and emotional expression, and will approach you with genuine interest, compassion and non-judgmental curiosity. I invite individuals and couples of all persuasions.

Be more at ease with yourself and in your relationships. Be better able to expand your life and experience more enjoyment. Decreased anxiety and improved mood are essential to unlocking these possibilities. You can develop tools for resolving present issues and ongoing struggles. I am an experienced therapist who works with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, situational stress, and issues that arise with life changes and challenges. I provide a warm, safe setting for expression of your concerns. I work in a collaborative format toward understanding self, moving through issues, and working toward goals.

Finding the best individual and marriage therapist for you can seem daunting. Talking to us, asking questions, paying attention to your feelings and intuition, all help. My 30 years experience as a compassionate, well-trained psychotherapist give me the background and skills to support you in achieving your goals, which might include: resolving immediate symptoms; recognizing and appreciating core strengths; developing deeper self awareness and acceptance; and learning the skills of empowered, effective communication. I am experienced in working with the newer spiritual growth paradigms, as in the work of Eckhart Tolle.

Listening to what you say, and to what you don't say is very important to me. I am often told that talking to me was the very first time that a client had their feelings accepted. Helping others honor the unique perspective with which they see the world is the best way to enable a person to trust their feelings, to value their experiences, and to lead a richer life. I do believe that leopards can change their spots! I consult with psychotherapy and life-coaching clients in my office and also by phone across the country.

As a psychotherapist specializing for over 25 years in the field of substance use disorders, my goal is to offer hope with the understanding that everyone can recover. In recovery myself for the past 29 years, I have come to know firsthand the power of telling one's story. Come in and share your story with me so I can listen and share my compassion, strength, hope and experience with you. Together we can travel down this road of change I am also a general practitioner with experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, codependent relationships and trauma.

Life can be difficult, but I believe that with the aid of therapy people can obtain a deeper understanding of themselves, and find ways to overcome their obstacles. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and have experience with treating mood and personality disorders, anxiety, behavioral problems, relationship/marital conflicts, and parental/family issues. I believe every person is unique, therefore I utilize a variety of treatment approaches, including- Psychodynamic , Cognitive-Behavioral, and Family Systems.

Since every client is unique, I tailor my therapeutic approach to complement each client's individual personality, inviting them into a safe and accepting environment where they are met with respect and empathic concern. As a Radical Forgiveness Therapy Practitioner, I help clients accomplish the often difficult task of forgiveness, freeing them from long held anger and hurt. I'm trained in a highly effective treatment for trauma, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing),generating remarkable results with adults and couples, struggling with marital or relationship issues, phobias, anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, work issues, or grief and loss.

I am a clinical psychologist with 40 years experience in the practice and teaching of psychotherapy. I have been on the faculties of Wayne State University, University of Texas Medical School and Baylor College of Medicine. My treatment philosophy emphasizes enhanced self-understanding and better modes of problem-solving and effective dealing with life situations. The interfering effects of anxiety,depression, self-disparagement and self esteem problems receive particular therapeutic attention. I also provide stress management techniques to individuals and groups,and treat workplace issues and career conflicts. I am particularly interested in providing clinical services to individuals and couples who are coping with ongoing cardiac illnesses.

I am a psychologist in practice in Bingham Farms, Michigan. I am very experienced in doing therapy with children, adolescents, and adults, in individual therapy and in marital therapy. I have provided empathic and professional therapeutic help for many patients over my 35 years in practice. When I work with children, I also work with their parents to help them to help their child. I also regularly perform psychological testing, including cognitive and personality assessment, and therapeutic and forensic assessment.

I work with adults, adolescents and couples, all diagnoses, to help you express and understand yourself in a deeper way than ever before. With this understanding comes self-knowledge, self-acceptance, self-control and self-healing.

I have over 21 years of mental health experience with a Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology from the MiSPP and Master of Arts Degree from the UDM in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in addiction studies. I provide Compassionate and Individualized treatment. My approach to therapy is eclectic utilizing a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic , solution focused, insight orientated. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and geriatrics seeking treatment for anxiety, depression, health issues, divorce, life transitions, stress, LGBT+ issues, parent training, couples counseling, and consultation.

Are you someone who is ready to move in a new direction, release past hurts, overcome lifelong challenges? Are you struggling with addiction, depression, grief, anxiety, a trauma history or life transitions such as divorce, job loss, graduation, marriage or new parenthood? Maybe anger and stress or medical diagnosis are your challenge. If so, I can help. We will work together to help you find your way through this time in your life, to find more balance, ease and peace within yourself and your relationships.

Sometimes we can feel ‘out of balance’, either within ourselves or in an important relationship. And that is a difficult place to be. I am trained to listen, explore, and understand your unique life and perspective to help you find your way. Therapy is a science-based, proven method for changing perspectives, examining harmful thoughts and relational patterns, and can also contribute to making a good life-great. As a master's level therapist trained in clinical psychology, I offer compassion, empathy, acceptance, and a nonjudgmental space to help you access your whole self in learning how to approach life better.

I offer a safe space for you to be vulnerable, heard, and validated. I understand that no single approach is right for any one person. We will work together to clarify your needs in a non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and ideas. We will navigate fears, process your past, and learn the coping skills that will be best suited for you. Through therapy you will feel more understanding and compassion toward yourself, experience fulfillment in your relationships, and feel more confident moving forward in life.