Parenting Therapists in Commerce Township, MI

I am a clinical psychologist and owner of Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness. I have had extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide services in individual, group, family, and couples therapy. I specialize in the areas of ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and other disruptive behavior problems, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, family issues, relationship issues, divorce, and trauma. I also specialize in parent training, in which I am able to work with parents to teach them effective skills in parenting .

Deborah Schiffer is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan. She has over 25 years of experience partnering with adults, families, children, and adolescents seeking to treat a variety of struggles such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting concerns, and more. She completed her Bachelor of Arts from University of Michigan and received her Master of Arts in Counseling from Oakland University. Deb utilizes a variety of treatment modalities to meet the individual needs of each client.

Life can present with a lot of challenges. Trying to conceive, pregnancy, loss, labor, delivery, postpartum, parenting , relationship issues, just navigating life, etc. can be difficult. And isolating. It's okay to admit things aren't okay. It's not all rainbows and butterflies AND there are beautiful moments. We can hold space for all of the thoughts and emotions we think and feel, while also learning new coping skills, challenging and reframing (unhealthy) thought patterns, creating/maintaining boundaries and increasing self-compassion. I'm here to support you on your journey.

Congratulations! You are one step further on your journey to emotional health. Life is full of challenges and transitions. If you find yourself having a hard time managing the complex emotions, feelings and thoughts - do not do it alone. I am dedicated to the stabilization and growth of individuals and families on the journey down the path to emotional and mental well-being. My integrative approach focuses on all aspects for your life to help identify the right therapeutic goals to elevate you to new levels of serenity. A few of the areas I specialize in are:

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my role is to provide support and guidance to you/your child as you work toward your goals. My approach to providing effective clinical services involves utilizing evidence-based interventions specifically tailored to meet your needs and delivering them in an empathic and non-judgmental spirit. I work primarily work with children/teens and their families offering treatment for mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral difficulties, adjustment concerns, and more. Effective communication, emotional regulation skills training, ADHD intervention, and parent training are among my treatment specialties.

All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.

I have been a therapist since 2003 and if there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that everyone needs someone to talk to. We all have feelings, whether we feel happy, excited, anxious, worried, nervous, sad or depressed—we need to get those feelings off our chest. Another thing I’ve learned over the years is keeping those feelings bottled up inside can and will make us sick. Why is something as simple as getting things off our chest so difficult to do? I believe it’s because of our pride and fear of judgment about our feelings. As a therapist, I truly strive to allow people to speak freely in a safe environment.

I am a dedicated clinician that specializes in working with addiction, anxiety and depression, self esteem, family and marital conflict, adoption, and eating disorders. I truly believe each person has a right to find their path to happiness. I have worked in therapy for the past ten years and enjoy helping others help themselves. I work with individuals, families and couples.

Imagine waking up and feeling angry; no idea why, just angry. You slept like crap, tossing and turning, mind wandering to the most obscene things that may or may not have happened. You get out of bed and struggle, hard core struggle, to even make it to the shower. Welcome to anxiety and/or depression. This may not happen every day and maybe not every week, but when it does you'd rather crawl back in bed and hide. You can't though because you have kids, pets, school or work; you know, adult responsibilities. This is where I come in. I can't make the anxiety or depression go away, but I can help you figure out how to manage it.

I am a clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based approaches to clinical care. I have specialized training in Trauma Focused CBT for treating individuals who have a history of trauma. I am also experienced in the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and disruptive behavior disorders.

Therapy can be intimidating, so my number one priority is to provide an environment of safety and trust, where you can just be yourself. I focus on providing a safe, caring, and nonjudgmental environment, supporting you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life.

Do you feel stuck and unable to move forward? Is it hard to let go of experiences from your past? Often unresolved issues from the past can interfere with fully enjoying the present moment. If you've experienced trauma, the frightening/overwhelming experience can resurface months or years later, seemingly "out of the blue" and cause symptoms which make it nearly impossible to feel in control of life. Working together in psychotherapy, you will learn strategies to calm your anxiety, reduce stress and be back in the driver's seat of life.

I have a passion to help people work through issues and concerns so they can live a healthy and well balanced life. I have a Master of Arts degree (MA) in Counseling Education and a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I have been in private practice for over three years and work with clients to address all personal, social, and emotional needs. I also have experience in supporting parents, career changes and other life transitions. I worked for over 10 years as a school counselor as well.

We start therapy due to situational stressors or an ongoing stressor, such as mood disorders, anxiety or depression. I have been providing guidance, coaching and understanding for over 9 years. Our brains as well as our bodies are complicated yet amazing! To maintain mind, body and spiritual balance is difficult, but not impossible, As a therapist, I have experience working with adults, teens, and children. I specialize in working with individuals with Trauma, anxiety, depression and ADHD. My role, as a therapist is to support each client in learning how to listen and properly respond to their mind/bodies on a daily basis.

I specialize in working with adults presenting with adjustment disorders, relationship issues, and mood disorders, along with depression, and anxiety. I work with children and teens who display attention deficit as well as behavioral problems. I work on identifying barriers to personal growth and develop individualized strategies to overcome these barriers. My therapeutic goals include improved self awareness and coping abilities.

Sometimes life presents us with feelings or situations that seem overwhelming. At times you may need extra support. In therapy, my focus is to work collaboratively with my clients in order to address their individual challenges and goals. It is through exploration, led by the client, that the individual begins to understand themselves. My role as a therapist is to be a guide and to provide professional assistance and feedback in a supportive, non-judgmental way by helping you use your strengths to alleviate distress and achieve greater understanding.

Transformational Choices respects and affirms each client and works in partnership to create a life based in positivity and action. We want you to give yourself permission to shine and develop the future that you deserve. We accept you and honor your story and experience. We are all in this together, trying to find our way. All are welcome. You are welcome.

Counseling involves the sharing of personal problems and concerns with a professional who is trained in listening and helping that person or persons achieve resolution or acceptance with their problems or concerns. Counseling is a relatively short-term, interpersonal; theory based professional activity guided by ethical and legal standards that focuses on assisting people in understanding their personal situations. The general goals for the client are that he or she can identify the issues they wish to resolve or understand better and to develop a plan of action.

I have been working as a therapist with children, teens, families, couples, and adults for more than 20 years. Emotional growth, recovery, self-awareness and a healthier, more balanced life are the long-term outcomes of the investment in psychotherapy, whether it is for you, your children, or your relationship. I am very committed to the power of insight, the concept of emotional intelligence, and the healing power of relationships.