Substance Use Therapists in East Lansing, MI

I work to help people navigate their complex worlds in order to live a healthier, happier life. I believe that all components of one's life are interrelated. Stress, crisis, life changes and uncertainty happen to everyone, often without warning. When crisis or chaos strike, it is comforting to have someone listen in a safe, open, non-judgmental space in which you can uncover the inner strengths and skills you already possess. I work with clients to create this environment, through which genuine healing, change, and self-empowerment can occur.

My ideal client would be anyone seeking a therapist who has extensive professional experience & expertise in serving ethnically, racially, culturally, and socio-economically diverse populations of Adults, Young Adults, Couples, Families, Court-Ordered Medical & Legal Professionals, Graduate & Undergraduate College Student Populations, experiencing difficult life-transition, career-vocational, mental, emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues, including prolonged / unresolved grief, loss, depression, anxiety, substance use / abuse / dependence, low self-worth, or struggles with poverty, racial & ethnic discrimination..

Hi Everyone! I am licensed in Michigan with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Stacey earned a Bachelors Degree in Addictions Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan in 2015 and a Masters Degree in Social Work from Michigan State University in 2019. Stacey’s clinical experience includes substance use, dual-diagnosis, juvenile justice, community violence, co-dependency, and attachment styles. Stacey has received training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills as well as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Stacey has spent the past 5 years providing substance use and mental health servic

It can be difficult to reach out for help when dealing with mental health issues. I am here to help. I provide a person centered experience for clients from diverse backgrounds who are suffering from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addictions, and Domestic Violence. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization Response), hypnosis, and ear acupuncture to relieve trauma, stress and anxiety, including student anxiety over exams. I will draw on my extensive background and experience to provide the best therapeutic solution for you.

“When we are no longer able change a situation…we are challenged to change ourselves” -Viktor Frankel

Having a safe place where you are as comfortable as possible is key to sharing hardships. I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I utilized parts language and the internal family systems modality to help you explore different inner conflicts. My favorite modality is compassion focused therapy because I believe everyone is deserving of love, care, and dignity. Overall, the modality and intervention changes on your needs and is person centered to the struggle at hand.

I have been a licensed Counselor for over ten years working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. I utilize different approaches to help individuals meet their goals. We are all on our own personal journey and I am a person who can walk with you in that journey who will be caring and compassionate.

I hold a space of hope, peace and non-judgement for clients to get in touch with all parts of who they are and to build their strongest, kindest and most compassionate selves. I find this allows clients to have the tools to alleviate suffering in themselves, their couples and families. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, And Experiential Therapy. I work with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. I come alongside clients while they recognize their strengths, identify their values and work towards their goals. I believe therapy is sacred, hard work and can be fun and life changing.

As a therapist, I strive to make my clients feel safe and comfortable without providing bias or judgement, or encouraging them into doing something they wish not to. I create an environment where I talk with my client, versus at them. We are a dyad striving to work towards making your life one worth living. Therapy to me is what the client makes it to be, working with you to best meet your needs through an approach that works for you.

My lived experience with trauma and substance use disorder (SUD) has dedicated me to providing a trauma-informed, person-centered, and holistic approach to therapy for those that struggle with, and in recovery from substance abuse issues. Additionally, as part of the LBGTQIA+ community, I am sensitive to the adverse circumstances that can cause mental and emotional discomfort, and I am dedicated to providing gender and sexuality-affirming care, ensuring that every individual feels safe and seen.

I believe that therapy is a safe and non-judgmental place for clients to explore what is most important to them. It is important to me to relate to clients as whole people, who are much more than the concerns they bring to session, but people with unique identities, experiences, relationships, communities, and strengths. Keeping all of these in mind helps me offer personalized guidance, support, and perspective that ultimately serves client's own goals. It is truly an honor to witness these various facets of individuals, and I am dedicated to bringing the warmth, respect, and support that clients deserve in turn.

Chris has over 30-years of experience in the counseling field, is a LMSW, and has his MSW from Michigan State University.

When individuals are struggling with their mental health, substance use, or other life stresses they might not always know where to go for help. My job as a therapist is to provide you with a safe space where you can separate these ongoing challenges, feel less overwhelmed, and take control of your life. We will focus on setting realistic therapeutic goals, empowerment, and not letting these challenges define who you are as a person. By working together, we can achieve stabilization to envision how you want your life to be.

Sarah Dymond is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She is a versatile therapist who enjoys working with individual adults, children and families. Sarah believes that at the heart of every successful interaction with her clients is a foundation built on trust and respect. She works alongside her clients as they achieve their goals using a client-centered and strengths-based approach. She strives to provide a genuine empathetic space in which her clients feel comfortable to discuss challenges and to explore solutions.

“My life feels so overwhelming right now” Have you ever felt this way? If your answer is yes, let’s chat! As a therapist, I work to empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles. To hold onto hope when we feel lost. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I’m prepared to step into this moment of vulnerability with you to help in finding a way to a place where you can feel more balanced, connected, and safe.

Our goal in life is to be loved. We are remembered for how we make people feel. My goal as a therapist is to help families, couples and individuals with communication, coping and relationship skills to create a life that is this as loving and connected as possible. I have specialized in substance abuse for years. This has given me insight into abandonment issues, the need to escape to create emotional distance in relationships and how these types of patterns play out in relationships. My strengths are helping people to reconnect to their purpose in life and finding meaning in the relationships in their lives and rebuilding trust.

I empower individuals, couples and families to overcome personal obstacles. Building cohesiveness and structure to move forward in relationships and in life. My experience in Corporate America gives me the edge to work with individuals who want to improve their careers or just need to get that next promotion. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders and OTHER mental health concerns. Adolescents and children who struggle with bullies or just find school as difficult. I also work with adolescents and adults with substance abuse concerns, addiction, and I also perform crisis intervention.

I am accepting new clients for in person and telehealth. Taking the first step to seek out counseling takes courage. I am grateful for all the journeys I have taken with my clients and would love to take that journey with you. It is my privilege to help you through your struggles and to succeed through life's many challenges. My goal in working with clients is to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for healing.