Therapists in Clarkston, MI

TELEHEALTH ONLY Have you been feeling stuck or frustrated? Are you experiencing conflict in a relationship? Do you feel embarrassed about what you are going through and not knowing what to do about it? Maybe you have found that you keep going back to old habits that just don't work. Along with being a Licensed Counselor, I am also a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Certified Provider.

Hello, my name is Amanda and I believe this career found me. Ever since I was a child all I wanted was to help people, be outside and create art. I know the power of art because it has helped me through many tough times. Art is how I communicate when I don't have the words to share my inner world with others. I know the power of being heard without judgment or unwelcome advice, because I too have experienced the feeling of isolation and frustration from receiving the opposite. I know the power of having a relationship with the natural world, because it has fostered a sense of belonging and spirituality for me.

Counseling is conducted in a professional manner by a trained therapist who aims to ameliorate the mental, emotional, and spiritual health of a person, couple, family, or group. A therapist works to address, alleviate, and assist their client in managing and overcoming (if possible) the psychopathological symptoms manifesting in the client’s relational, social, and cognitive life. A client who shows up and is willing to put the work in, to effectuate the therapeutic change in their lives, will be better off than when they started therapy with me.

I think many of us just want to be heard and understood for the most part, and from there maybe we can find some healing and growth. Whether its sadness, anxiety, relational challenges, addiction, lack of motivation, etc., I believe these often stem from some sort of trauma and/or loss of connection with ourselves or others. It can leave us feeling absolutely defeated, hopeless and horribly alone. Where do we go from there, where do we start from? Can we come back in touch with something that feels alive, fulfilling and connective? This is a deeply personal process and I believe the answers are much closer than we sometimes imagine!

Life is always changing, and each person is going to have their own battles to face that are unique to them. I believe not all therapeutic approaches will work the same for each person. Using a client centered approach allows me to meet you where you are and ensure the goals that we set to work toward together are those of your own.

My understanding of counseling comes from many different theoretical orientations because no two people are alike. I believe that individuals have the solutions to their problems within themselves and need guidance in discovering them. We have the freedom to choose what our big lives look like and the responsibility to take control of that big life.

Are you feeling anxious, stressed and worried about your relationships with others? Have you experienced a life transition that is difficult? Are you wanting to gain emotional insight and healing and feel a greater sense of strength, courage and bravery? I am here to help. You don't have to go through it on your own. Areas I focus on include: couple's counseling, high school/college transitions, stress and anger issues, health-related difficulties like chronic pain and HIV, family conflict, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and identity, grief, loss and trauma and issues related to gender identity development.

Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Almost two decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, body image, caregiver stress, family issues, relationship struggles and adjustment disorders/life transitions.

Prioritizing our own well-being can feel like one of life’s greatest challenges. However, recognizing we’re struggling and reaching out for help can reap the greatest rewards. In that process I strive to be a supportive and empathetic therapist working with you to meet individual goals, while figuring out what works best for you. At the core of the therapeutic relationship lies respect and trust, with the environment needing to feel safe and comfortable to ensure you feel heard and respected. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, life changes, or self-image, I want to support you in your progress.

Welcome! I have been a therapist (LPC) since 2011, and have worked in the mental health field since 2004. I have a passion for helping teens, young adults, and adults reach their mental health goals, and am sensitive to their needs. I have experience in a variety of settings such as being part of a Sexual Assault Team, Homeless Youth Shelter, Home-Based Crisis, School Counseling, Outpatient Mental Health, and Career Counseling. In recent years I have been providing telehealth therapy through private practice.

I believe that therapy is a mutual relationship, a partnership involving mutual respect and empathetic understanding. Counseling should be more than just a method of solving a problem or achieving a goal - it should provide a way of opening us up to an awareness of ourselves - facilitating personal growth and development of character. I will not presume to know all of the answers and I don't believe in quick fixes. I promise to work with you side-by-side as you gain new insight and understanding in overcoming past and present events; obtaining knowledge and resources that will equip you in moving forward. We are in this together.

Hello! I am a fully licensed, clinically trained social worker. I work with adults, couples, families and adolescents from diverse backgrounds and diagnoses including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder and trauma. I have over 20 years experience and look forward to helping you reach your goals and live your best life.

I provide active treatment that yields quick results, in a supportive and comfortable environment. I have extensive skills in working with children and families experiencing crises and/or behavioral difficulties. My experience includes a significant background of working with childhood diagnoses of: autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities/cognitive impairment, ADD/ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder, and suicidal behavior.

Picking up the phone or sending an email asking for help, can be really hard. With me, you have nothing to fear. I've been a therapist for over 25 years and have had the opportunity to work with a wonderful array of people. I always start where my client is and work together towards the goal or goals you have. No judgment, just compassion, a great listening ear, some humor (when appropriate), and an enormous amount of respect for the person you are.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have a hard time making decisions? Do you second guess your choices? Utilizing therapy as an avenue to explore choices and life's stressors can be especially helpful. My goal is to help you feel in control of your life again. Therapy is a great tool and together we can explore various options to assist in alleviating stress and overwhelm from your everyday life.

Part of our journey through life involves challenges, setbacks, and crossroads. Sometimes, these come in the form of normal life transitions. Other times, it can be in the form of the unpredictable: trauma, loss, cancer. No matter what your current circumstance is, know this: there is hope. You WILL rise again-better and stronger than before and through this rising you will find peace, acceptance and personal growth. You will learn to turn your wishes into outcomes. You have already taken the first step. I look forward to helping you to continue on your path to healing.

As humans, we have one life to live. Sometimes in life, there are struggles that we must wade through. If we can get to the other side of the struggle, there will be joys to experience. I will help you through tough times with a strengths-based approach to life’s challenges.

My goal is to help you work through challenges in your life by encouraging you to explore and discuss these concerns. We will develop goals to work towards change in this process. I work with adults, children, families, and couples. We can process a range of problems including career struggles, depression, anxiety, grief, ineffective coping skills, and relationship problems to name a few.

I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with over 15 years of academic and clinical experience. I have extensive knowledge in working with children, adolescents, adults and families and treat a full spectrum of mental health issues. I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance use, ADHD/ADD, Asperger's, behavioral issues in children, parenting, relationship issues, infertility and reproductive health issues. I also provide psychological assessments for children and adults.