Parenting Therapists in Clinton Township, MI

Life is challenging and brings with it stress, anxiety, depression, anger, hopelessness... The list goes on. I've been there. You want to feel serene, peaceful, stress-free, hopeful and happy no matter what is going on in your life. Discovering the tools to keep yourself joyful is important. Knowing what to do about your problems and issues is a priority. Maintaining healthy relationships is crucial because relationships are the spice of life. I offer a lot of practical tools, with an empathic listening ear of how to reach your goals. It is easier than you think.

Is your child or teen struggling with academic, behavioral, social, or emotional issues? There may be a need for additional support and redirection to get through these challenges which affect the whole family. Therapy can be life-changing as it provides the skills to help us meet these challenges successfully. I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 30 years. With a wide variety of therapeutic experience, I have been helping people solve their problems and accomplish their goals as well as improve the quality of their lives. I provide a warm, supportive environment.

I have been working with individuals and couples for 25 years. I see ages 14 and up. I enjoy helping couples and teens. My interests include communication skills, anger management, self-harm, relationship issues, parenting , depression, bi-polar and adjustment disorders. I also am an LGBTQ+ ally and military friendly.

There are times in our lives when finding a peaceful solution to our current struggles can feel overwhelming. Anxiety, depression, grief, family or parenting struggles can disrupt our lives and leave us feeling lost. I am here to provide a safe, confidential place to help children, teens, and adults with their concerns. Together, we can find the peaceful solution you are seeking.

My goal in working with clients is to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for healing. Sessions are client centered, and utilize a strength based and mindfulness approach to treatment. I understand that therapy can sometimes be intimidating and providing a comfortable, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and down to earth approach to helping clients heal has been beneficial in helping them reach their goals.

TELEHEALTH PROVIDER***Problems with your spouse, partner, child, family, friends or job? Feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Finding a therapist who understands your needs can be very difficult but with my 37+ years experience with mental health and substance abuse treatment can help you live a more satisfying life. I have experience with all age clients with mental health, substance abuse, grief and loss, communication, impulse control, ADH-D, learning disabilities, autism, parenting , school staff and trauma issues.

Stress comes in many forms and can negatively impact us throughout life. Now more than ever, it is essential for us to take care of ourselves emotionally and mentally. Many children and teens are facing the pressure of increased academic and social demands. Many adults are struggling to cope with difficulties surrounding family, relationships, parenting , finances, major life changes, grief/loss, and trauma. I can help you work through life’s many challenges so that you can feel healthier, happier, and more confident from the inside out.

It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't been a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are a child or teen dealing with peer pressure or the stressors at school, a stay at home parent trying to manage everyones busy schedules, a working professional balancing family life and the stress a job can bring, a single or divorced parent struggling to get through each day, a young adult looking for direction in life, or part of a family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in all of these areas. I am committed to helping you work through these challenges.

I have over 25 years experience working with individuals from 3 years through adulthood. I see individuals, couples and families. I am only doing virtual sessions at this time, which may not be a good fit for some people. Counseling helps to reduce anxiety, depression, improve relationships, increase self-confidence and improve health. I offer Telehealth visits which most insurance companies pay. Call to set up an appointment in a supportive setting and learn to resolve the discomfort you feel and take control of your life.

Sad? Anxious? Stressed? Having problems with your relationship or parenting ? Feeling disappointed with your life? Let me help. Together we can: * Develop the skills and abilities you need to cope with distressing events and feelings. * Identify your needs and find ways to meet these. * Deal with past and current events. * Resolve anything else that might be holding you back from living the life you want. Together we will explore your thoughts and feelings. We will identify action steps that are right for you, and focus your efforts on things that will make the most impact now.

Working with adolescents, adults, and couples is my passion and primary focus. Therapy will empower you to overcome life's challenges and replace old patterns and beliefs with a new openness to the possibilities of your potential. My therapeutic techniques provide supportive interactions that can replace one's undesirable outcomes with improvement in self-awareness, ability to cope with trauma and grief, as well as personal barriers. Life is a constant balancing act of ongoing work, school, sports or health demands that include building and maintaining relationships that at the same time may require social, personal, and/ or parenting responsibilities.

I am an advanced, skilled, trained clinician with 30+ years experience in therapeutic practice. Are you feeling depressed/anxious, upset/irritable? Are you grieving? Are you balancing work from home with family life, school? Have you lost your job? Are you concerned about getting sick? You are not alone. I have specialities in PTSD, grief, fear, trauma, addictions, behavioral & mental health issues. Would you like to be happier, communicating better with loved ones or others? I counsel individuals/families/couples/marriage/divorce, GLBT+ & military with positive outcomes. Just call or email today to begin to reach your goals!

Thank you for your consideration with allowing me to assist you with your therapy needs. I am a Limited License Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Development Plan. I can relate to the trials and tribulations of being a single parent , as I was one myself. I am a caring, empathetic, compassionate listener that is non-judgmental, who listens to what you say. I believe every individual deserves therapy sessions specifically designed for that individual only. I try to keep sessions fresh, exciting, fun, while yet informative.

Samantha received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Wayne State University and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Oakland University. Samantha has extensive experience working with children and adolescence, specifically those who have special needs, mental illness, and at-risk behavior. Samantha specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, self-esteem, school difficulties, FASD, divorce, social anxiety, and communication skills. Samantha also has experience working with parents of children with these difficulties, couples, and individual adults that struggle with the same issues.