Therapists in Downtown, Detroit, MI
I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in the Michigan/Detroit area. I work with adults, adolescents, individuals, and families. My goal is to create a warm compassionate space to meet my clients where they are and ultimately challenge them to begin their journey towards healing. I am passionate about working to help my clients not only overcome obstacles but to meet their goals and expand on their strengths. As a therapist, I expect my clients to feel safe, comfortable, and eager to begin their journey towards healing. If you are ready to get started please contact me and schedule a session.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in the Michigan/Detroit area. I work with adults, adolescents, individuals, and families. My goal is to create a warm compassionate space to meet my clients where they are and ultimately challenge them to begin their journey towards healing. I am passionate about working to help my clients not only overcome obstacles but to meet their goals and expand on their strengths. As a therapist, I expect my clients to feel safe, comfortable, and eager to begin their journey towards healing. If you are ready to get started please contact me and schedule a session.
Ever since you experienced that profound loss, your life has been turned upside down. In some ways, the initial shock and disorientation were easier to handle than this. You were devastated, but that was expected, so the whirlwind of emotions was justifiable. But the dust has begun to settle, and it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll get on with the rest of your life. “What do I do now?” “Who am I?” “Will things ever feel right again?” You used to feel confident and full of purpose, but now insecurity and uncertainty plague you night and day. You can’t imagine yourself ever getting past this profound grief. It feels hopeless.
Ever since you experienced that profound loss, your life has been turned upside down. In some ways, the initial shock and disorientation were easier to handle than this. You were devastated, but that was expected, so the whirlwind of emotions was justifiable. But the dust has begun to settle, and it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll get on with the rest of your life. “What do I do now?” “Who am I?” “Will things ever feel right again?” You used to feel confident and full of purpose, but now insecurity and uncertainty plague you night and day. You can’t imagine yourself ever getting past this profound grief. It feels hopeless.
Michele Morelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Detroit, MI 48226
Your teenager has been struggling silently for some time now. They're dealing with a constant sense of anxiety from their school assignments, social situations, and fear of the future. You’ve noticed that they’ve started isolating themselves, no longer engaging in things they used to love and withdrawing from friends and family. Their self-esteem seems to have plummeted because you often hear them speak negatively about themselves. It’s as if they’ve completely lost their sense of direction and purpose, unsure of who they are or where they’re headed. You want to reach out and help them, but whenever you try, they draw further away.
Your teenager has been struggling silently for some time now. They're dealing with a constant sense of anxiety from their school assignments, social situations, and fear of the future. You’ve noticed that they’ve started isolating themselves, no longer engaging in things they used to love and withdrawing from friends and family. Their self-esteem seems to have plummeted because you often hear them speak negatively about themselves. It’s as if they’ve completely lost their sense of direction and purpose, unsure of who they are or where they’re headed. You want to reach out and help them, but whenever you try, they draw further away.
Everyone at some point will face a number of hardships during their life; however there are those who are predisposed to barriers due to their race, gender, and/or economic class. As a result, they experience overwhelming levels of stress and trauma.
Everyone at some point will face a number of hardships during their life; however there are those who are predisposed to barriers due to their race, gender, and/or economic class. As a result, they experience overwhelming levels of stress and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I completed my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Saginaw Valley University and my Master of Social Work (MSW) at Eastern University with Honors. I am certified as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) and hold a certificate for Nutrition and Holistic Health. I have a passion for helping others and provide individualized assessments and treatment plans to guide the therapy process for adults, including family therapy sessions upon request.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I completed my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Saginaw Valley University and my Master of Social Work (MSW) at Eastern University with Honors. I am certified as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) and hold a certificate for Nutrition and Holistic Health. I have a passion for helping others and provide individualized assessments and treatment plans to guide the therapy process for adults, including family therapy sessions upon request.
Kathryn E Whitlock
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Downtown, Detroit, MI 48226
I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-monogamous, Chronically Ill, Neurodivergent & Complex Trauma clients. If you're seeking a group experience, my Clay Art Therapy Groups cater to adults from all backgrounds seeking deeper self-understanding through creative expression in a supportive community. Whether 1:1 or in a group, I will help you build the life you want by aiding you in healing the unresolved wounds in your nervous system. We begin by collaborating in order to understand your system's unique functioning - using that insight, we will work together to build self-worth, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-monogamous, Chronically Ill, Neurodivergent & Complex Trauma clients. If you're seeking a group experience, my Clay Art Therapy Groups cater to adults from all backgrounds seeking deeper self-understanding through creative expression in a supportive community. Whether 1:1 or in a group, I will help you build the life you want by aiding you in healing the unresolved wounds in your nervous system. We begin by collaborating in order to understand your system's unique functioning - using that insight, we will work together to build self-worth, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
Hello! I am so glad you are considering therapy. I work best with individuals who may be experiencing or recovering from trauma, are struggling with identity and self worth, have problems with mood, or are working to improve romantic, familial and parent-child relationships. I have extensive experience in problems of codependency, suicide and self-harm, personality disorders, and PTSD. I am passionate about social justice and use frameworks of intersectional feminism, anti-racism and body liberation to help individuals understand how oppression and toxic systems can affect mental health. I am LGBTQ allied.
Hello! I am so glad you are considering therapy. I work best with individuals who may be experiencing or recovering from trauma, are struggling with identity and self worth, have problems with mood, or are working to improve romantic, familial and parent-child relationships. I have extensive experience in problems of codependency, suicide and self-harm, personality disorders, and PTSD. I am passionate about social justice and use frameworks of intersectional feminism, anti-racism and body liberation to help individuals understand how oppression and toxic systems can affect mental health. I am LGBTQ allied.
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Detroit, MI 48226
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle, going through the motions but not truly living? Are you exhausted from feeling unbalanced, disconnected, or weighed down by unresolved trauma? Maybe you have tried talk therapy and made some progress but it stalled.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle, going through the motions but not truly living? Are you exhausted from feeling unbalanced, disconnected, or weighed down by unresolved trauma? Maybe you have tried talk therapy and made some progress but it stalled.
Whether you want to learn to communicate in a healthy way with others, set boundaries with those who regularly cross them, or maybe just find someone to hold you accountable; I can help you define your goals and push you to reach them. If you want a therapist who is going to work to get to know you on a human level, rather than just asking "And how does that make you feel?" then we might be a good match! I like to combine all types of therapy to tailor the therapeutic experience to each individual I work with to ensure you get what you need out of a session. I've got immediate virtual openings, so please dont hesitate to reach out!
Whether you want to learn to communicate in a healthy way with others, set boundaries with those who regularly cross them, or maybe just find someone to hold you accountable; I can help you define your goals and push you to reach them. If you want a therapist who is going to work to get to know you on a human level, rather than just asking "And how does that make you feel?" then we might be a good match! I like to combine all types of therapy to tailor the therapeutic experience to each individual I work with to ensure you get what you need out of a session. I've got immediate virtual openings, so please dont hesitate to reach out!
Erinn Vittum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel disconnected from your Self, or struggle to connect with others? Are you (any variety of) neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, sense-itive, an over-thinker, (blocked) creative, perfectionist, people-pleaser, or feel like something’s “wrong” or “broken”? Are you burned out, tired of wearing “masks,” ready to be your authentic Self? Would you like to navigate your internal and external ecosystems (thoughts, emotions, burdens) with more ease, understanding, expansion? Welcome! Together, we’ll process your human experience and co-create a path forward, from the comfort of your home.
Do you feel disconnected from your Self, or struggle to connect with others? Are you (any variety of) neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, sense-itive, an over-thinker, (blocked) creative, perfectionist, people-pleaser, or feel like something’s “wrong” or “broken”? Are you burned out, tired of wearing “masks,” ready to be your authentic Self? Would you like to navigate your internal and external ecosystems (thoughts, emotions, burdens) with more ease, understanding, expansion? Welcome! Together, we’ll process your human experience and co-create a path forward, from the comfort of your home.
Meet Our Therapists
Rebecca Lee Palen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPA, GC-C, EMDR, GRS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Detroit, MI 48226
Wellness = the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal. My ideal client is one that energizes my passion for integrative health. Many of those I have worked with have complex issues that are open to exploring the many layers of treatment that include assessing the mind, body and soul. I firmly believe that you can not get to your best personal level of healthy living without practicing an intersection of practices. Using a body-based and holistic approach, I see myself as a companion on the journey with individuals to building stronger self-awareness, personal growth and wellness.
Wellness = the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal. My ideal client is one that energizes my passion for integrative health. Many of those I have worked with have complex issues that are open to exploring the many layers of treatment that include assessing the mind, body and soul. I firmly believe that you can not get to your best personal level of healthy living without practicing an intersection of practices. Using a body-based and holistic approach, I see myself as a companion on the journey with individuals to building stronger self-awareness, personal growth and wellness.
Innovative Therapeutic Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, SAP, CSSW, LLPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
Lara Zammit - Immediate Openings Emdr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
You’ve been running on empty for a while now. Even when you give it your all, life feels like an uphill battle. You have dreams and ambitions, but every step forward feels overwhelming, like you are stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You’re looking for a way to move forward with more clarity and purpose. I support teens and adults facing ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, with a deep commitment to helping those who identify as LGBTQ+, kink, neurodivergent, or are in non-monogamous relationships, and who may not fit into traditional gender roles.
You’ve been running on empty for a while now. Even when you give it your all, life feels like an uphill battle. You have dreams and ambitions, but every step forward feels overwhelming, like you are stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You’re looking for a way to move forward with more clarity and purpose. I support teens and adults facing ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, with a deep commitment to helping those who identify as LGBTQ+, kink, neurodivergent, or are in non-monogamous relationships, and who may not fit into traditional gender roles.
I believe that therapy is an ongoing conversation spread out over a period of time where I, as your therapist, get to know you and try to understand what is creating difficulty in your life. My job is to help create a relationship where we can begin to understand you - together. I genuinely care about those I work with, and I believe this curious and compassionate approach is ultimately what makes therapy worthwhile. By understanding you and your challenges, we can help you take steps to truly improve your life.
I believe that therapy is an ongoing conversation spread out over a period of time where I, as your therapist, get to know you and try to understand what is creating difficulty in your life. My job is to help create a relationship where we can begin to understand you - together. I genuinely care about those I work with, and I believe this curious and compassionate approach is ultimately what makes therapy worthwhile. By understanding you and your challenges, we can help you take steps to truly improve your life.
Jayelin Parker
Licensed Master Social Worker, LLMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently adding to my waitlist.
My goal as a therapist is to support clients in connecting to themselves, building resilience, and enhancing their overall well-being using a strengths-based approach. My clients are looking for care regarding sexual health, LGBTQ+ health, women's health, relationship and intimacy concerns, and attachment concerns. I best serve transitional-aged youth and adults. I'm also involved in cat rescue and can't wait to see your furry friends in the background.
I am currently adding to my waitlist.
My goal as a therapist is to support clients in connecting to themselves, building resilience, and enhancing their overall well-being using a strengths-based approach. My clients are looking for care regarding sexual health, LGBTQ+ health, women's health, relationship and intimacy concerns, and attachment concerns. I best serve transitional-aged youth and adults. I'm also involved in cat rescue and can't wait to see your furry friends in the background.
Staci Kent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and other various mental health concerns can feel so defeating, exhausting and cause us unwanted stress. A common saying is "the first step to healing is talking about it", and I find this to be so true. Finding a safe space to share what is causing us harm is integral to healing, and the first step is finding that space for yourself. Asking for help is a big barrier to tackle, feeling like a weakness, when in actuality this is a sign of strength.
Anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and other various mental health concerns can feel so defeating, exhausting and cause us unwanted stress. A common saying is "the first step to healing is talking about it", and I find this to be so true. Finding a safe space to share what is causing us harm is integral to healing, and the first step is finding that space for yourself. Asking for help is a big barrier to tackle, feeling like a weakness, when in actuality this is a sign of strength.
I am a therapist dedicated to lightening the emotional burdens of anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. With my expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I bring an open, non-judgmental presence to every client relationship. What makes me unique is my trauma-informed perspective that acknowledges each person’s individual experiences. I will meet you where you are and adjust my methods to suit your needs and goals. My aim isn’t just short-term relief but equipping you with personalized tools so you can thrive long-term.
I am a therapist dedicated to lightening the emotional burdens of anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. With my expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I bring an open, non-judgmental presence to every client relationship. What makes me unique is my trauma-informed perspective that acknowledges each person’s individual experiences. I will meet you where you are and adjust my methods to suit your needs and goals. My aim isn’t just short-term relief but equipping you with personalized tools so you can thrive long-term.
I am Dr. Courtney Washington, also known as Dr. C, and I have been providing counseling services for over 14 years. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients and tailor my services to meet the individual needs of each person I serve. My areas of specialty include depression, stress/anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationships, marital/couples and family counseling, anger management, addictions, substance abuse, ADHD, and PTSD.
I am Dr. Courtney Washington, also known as Dr. C, and I have been providing counseling services for over 14 years. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients and tailor my services to meet the individual needs of each person I serve. My areas of specialty include depression, stress/anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationships, marital/couples and family counseling, anger management, addictions, substance abuse, ADHD, and PTSD.
Charan M Bashir
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, CIMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
As life progresses, we each encounter difficulties that create ripples in our lives. I aim to create a collaborative space in which to discuss the ways in which clients can experience change and feel empowered. Creating a non-judgemental space is crucial to me within the therapeutic environment, so that exploration of self can occur. I have had extensive clinical experience in identity formation, depression, coping, grief, comorbid mental health diagnoses, and anxiety. I enjoy developing a strong alliance with clients in order to facilitate a sense of growth.
As life progresses, we each encounter difficulties that create ripples in our lives. I aim to create a collaborative space in which to discuss the ways in which clients can experience change and feel empowered. Creating a non-judgemental space is crucial to me within the therapeutic environment, so that exploration of self can occur. I have had extensive clinical experience in identity formation, depression, coping, grief, comorbid mental health diagnoses, and anxiety. I enjoy developing a strong alliance with clients in order to facilitate a sense of growth.
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Number of Therapists in Downtown, Detroit, MI
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Downtown, Detroit, MI who prioritize treating:
| 86% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Stress |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 91% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 67% | Aetna |
| 58% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in Downtown, Detroit, MI see their clients
| 54% | Online Only | |
| 46% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 22% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |