Therapists in Detroit, MI

Mental strength is not the ability to stay out of the darkness; it's the ability to sit present in the darkness knowing that the light will shine again. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to provide clients with a safe place to feel relaxed and able to speak freely and honestly. I'm there to motivate, engage and guide them. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, problem solving and motivational techniques. I aim to provide an empathically supportive atmosphere, where clients can feel at ease, take a deep breath and begin to look at their life's problems from a fresh, new perspective.

Do you feel unmotivated or something seems to be missing in your life or perhaps you may think you're just not enough? Do you want something different? Do you want to better yourself? I can help you discover your truth, potential and empower your unique self. Live in the moment and allow faith in your life!

It is okay to not be okay, as long as you are willing and ready to invite change and progression into your life. Though, deciding to seek help can be one of the most difficult and most rewarding decisions you will ever make. Be assured that therapy is an individualized journey that empowers you to be honest and open, giving you the willingness to overcome your struggles. My approach to therapy is holistic, inclusive, realistic, and aims to achieve your healing goals based on your own needs and preference. Therefore, I strive to develop a plan that will largely be dependent on your own individuality and what you bring to the session.

As a therapist, I utilize an integrative approach by combining evidence-based interventions to best suit individual needs and preferences. I believe that every person is unique, and therapy is not a one size fits all approach. I strive to create a safe space for my clients by allowing them to sit with their feelings, reflect on past experiences, gain self-awareness, and hope for a better future. I believe it's when we gain consciousness of the inner self, we can truly work towards becoming the best version of our self.

Colette Spaulding is a Licensed MSW and has worked for 18 years in the mental health field. She views each client as a whole person, taking a client-centered approach and collaborating with them to match interventions with their particular needs. She has worked with survivors of abuse, domestic violence, and trauma, as well as clients with mood disorders, anxiety and depression, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Her professional experience includes working with culturally diverse populations in urban and rural settings, with a wide variety of mental health issues and challenges.

In addition to therapy, I conduct diagnostic evaluations for children & adults to assess concerns including ADHD, Autism, learning deficits, and cognitive executive function deficits. I assist a diverse population overcome their depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, and more. I help my clients identify clear goals and work toward them. In the process, clients gain insight, understand their thoughts and feelings, and learn new skills and techniques. I understand the importance of medication for patients and collaborate with psychiatrists to ensure the best management and comprehensive care of symptoms for my clients.

Reaching out for help takes courage and is the first step towards making positive changes in your life. I am here to assist you with overcoming any challenges interfering with your ability to move towards happiness, hope, and peace. Implementing changes can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a clinician, I will work with you to overcome obstacles and help you develop the coping skills and self-confidence to take control of your life. We will work collaboratively to alleviate emotional stressors and begin the process of healing. My experience includes working with grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.

When counseling individuals, it is my intent to provide a safe space to explore and work through any areas of your life in which you desire to change and/or improve. It is of great importance to me that the client/therapist relationship is established upon openness, candid, with active communication on behalf of both the client and the therapist. I encourage you to feel free to discuss any area of your life that you would desire to explore. My counseling approach is designed to help reform, refocus, and redirect life through a genuine therapeutic alliance, as my methodology is nonjudgmental and sincere.

Does that voice in your head keep you up at night? Do you ever replay the events of the day, wondering what you could have done, should have done, differently? At times, it may seem impossible to do it all and you may feel helpless to slow down the train. Underneath it all, you just want some balance, to be more present and enjoy the moments life has to offer. Yet no matter what you do, you can’t seem to find the joy and happiness that others appear to have. You really just want to know that everything is going to be okay.