Female Therapists in Escanaba, MI

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Leslie J Stanek-Nault
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Parenting a teenager can feel like navigating a maze, especially when your teen is struggling with anxiety, stress, school pressures, or simply trying to figure out who they are in this rapidly changing world. If your teen feels overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to move forward, you are not alone and neither are they. I specialize in working exclusively with teens, offering them a compassionate space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether it is managing peer pressure, overcoming self-doubt, or navigating the transition into adulthood, I am here to help build confidence to tackle life's challenges.
Parenting a teenager can feel like navigating a maze, especially when your teen is struggling with anxiety, stress, school pressures, or simply trying to figure out who they are in this rapidly changing world. If your teen feels overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to move forward, you are not alone and neither are they. I specialize in working exclusively with teens, offering them a compassionate space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether it is managing peer pressure, overcoming self-doubt, or navigating the transition into adulthood, I am here to help build confidence to tackle life's challenges.
(906) 256-0067 View (906) 256-0067
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Moore Joy Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, ADS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I help people who have experienced difficulty in their lives and find themselves experiencing anxiety, depression, or triggered by events from their past." You do not have to "go it alone!" Choosing a therapist can be both stressful and a great opportunity! You are the expert of you! Whatever stressful situation you find yourself facing, I will provide a safe place, suited to help us figure things out together. My goal is to meet you, with unconditional positive regard. I act as a partner in your journey toward healing.
I help people who have experienced difficulty in their lives and find themselves experiencing anxiety, depression, or triggered by events from their past." You do not have to "go it alone!" Choosing a therapist can be both stressful and a great opportunity! You are the expert of you! Whatever stressful situation you find yourself facing, I will provide a safe place, suited to help us figure things out together. My goal is to meet you, with unconditional positive regard. I act as a partner in your journey toward healing.
(231) 459-3218 View (231) 459-3218
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Monica Luz Peach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW-C, SSW
Verified Verified
Escanaba, MI 49829
Waitlist for new clients
Emotional struggles exist for all people, it matters whether we pay attention to them or not. It is a choice to come to therapy. It's an investment of your time, effort and mental well-being. The beauty of therapy is learning we are not alone and understanding and empathy are there for us to access as we live our daily lives. When thinking, decisions, actions and feels create a feeling of being "stuck" or confused, therapy can be one of your options. Feelings are always there. They exist whether we like it or not. Discovering how these feelings play out in our lives, can bring us to a new level of productive awareness.
Emotional struggles exist for all people, it matters whether we pay attention to them or not. It is a choice to come to therapy. It's an investment of your time, effort and mental well-being. The beauty of therapy is learning we are not alone and understanding and empathy are there for us to access as we live our daily lives. When thinking, decisions, actions and feels create a feeling of being "stuck" or confused, therapy can be one of your options. Feelings are always there. They exist whether we like it or not. Discovering how these feelings play out in our lives, can bring us to a new level of productive awareness.
(906) 352-2548 View (906) 352-2548
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Amanda Gatiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Immediate openings anywhere in Michigan via telehealth! As Dr. Brené Brown wrote, "Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we are supposed to be and embracing who we are." I believe that if you want to truly experience joy then you need to start with giving yourself permission to be who are. I understand how difficult this can be in today's culture of perfectionism. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression as a result of trying to fit the mold of who others think you should be, then I am here to help you find joy and value in who you already are!
Immediate openings anywhere in Michigan via telehealth! As Dr. Brené Brown wrote, "Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we are supposed to be and embracing who we are." I believe that if you want to truly experience joy then you need to start with giving yourself permission to be who are. I understand how difficult this can be in today's culture of perfectionism. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression as a result of trying to fit the mold of who others think you should be, then I am here to help you find joy and value in who you already are!
(231) 444-2790 View (231) 444-2790
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Katie Curtis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHES
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Immediate daytime availability! Do you often find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety or intrusive thoughts and are not sure where to turn? I specialize in working with perinatal and postpartum OCD and anxiety. Together we can explore your struggles and help you move toward relief, peace and joy. I work with Ages 18+, 100% Telehealth.
Immediate daytime availability! Do you often find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety or intrusive thoughts and are not sure where to turn? I specialize in working with perinatal and postpartum OCD and anxiety. Together we can explore your struggles and help you move toward relief, peace and joy. I work with Ages 18+, 100% Telehealth.
(906) 257-7401 View (906) 257-7401
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Grace Emmendorfer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Grace, a clinical therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and a trauma-informed approach for both children and adults. I implement evidence-based treatments, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI), and a Strengths-Based approach. My goal is to support clients as they grow, heal, and reach their personal goals.
Hello, I’m Grace, a clinical therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and a trauma-informed approach for both children and adults. I implement evidence-based treatments, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI), and a Strengths-Based approach. My goal is to support clients as they grow, heal, and reach their personal goals.
(906) 323-0377 View (906) 323-0377
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Wave Break Counseling & Wellness - Samone Derks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I bring a holistic and somatic lens to assisting folks with processing through past and/or recent trauma, as well as just difficult feelings. There are a number of treatment modalities that I am trained in, but most importantly I believe in being client-centered. We are our own best expert, even if we don’t always feel like it!
I bring a holistic and somatic lens to assisting folks with processing through past and/or recent trauma, as well as just difficult feelings. There are a number of treatment modalities that I am trained in, but most importantly I believe in being client-centered. We are our own best expert, even if we don’t always feel like it!
(906) 292-8985 View (906) 292-8985
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Sasha Sunday Nedeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, APSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready to start your healing journey? Most of us feel pain or discomfort in our lives and we are hoping to turn something negative into something more positive. I can help you learn to regulate your emotions so you have more control over your feelings. I have experience working with individuals with extensive mental health, crisis counseling, and early childhood development. Whether it’s individuals or families, I can help you navigate the challenges within the juvenile and school systems. I have experience with trauma, stress, depression and crisis for both adults and students.
Are you ready to start your healing journey? Most of us feel pain or discomfort in our lives and we are hoping to turn something negative into something more positive. I can help you learn to regulate your emotions so you have more control over your feelings. I have experience working with individuals with extensive mental health, crisis counseling, and early childhood development. Whether it’s individuals or families, I can help you navigate the challenges within the juvenile and school systems. I have experience with trauma, stress, depression and crisis for both adults and students.
(810) 255-8653 View (810) 255-8653
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Christal Krause
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in working with adult clients with Anxiety, Panic, Stress Management, Relationship Issues, and processing unexpected DNA results, Non-parental, non-paternal events (NPE). Mis-attributed paternal event, Mis-attributed parentage (MPE).
I specialize in working with adult clients with Anxiety, Panic, Stress Management, Relationship Issues, and processing unexpected DNA results, Non-parental, non-paternal events (NPE). Mis-attributed paternal event, Mis-attributed parentage (MPE).
(734) 275-1083 View (734) 275-1083
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Claire Leckie-Trillium Therapy
MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you an expert at covering up your deepest feelings so much that those closest to you are unaware you are struggling? Is it hard for you to let people in emotionally, out of fear? Does this sometimes manifest in shame, irritability, miscommunication, anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, and inauthenticity? It rarely feels like the “right time” to navigate our most vulnerable feelings, until we start.
Are you an expert at covering up your deepest feelings so much that those closest to you are unaware you are struggling? Is it hard for you to let people in emotionally, out of fear? Does this sometimes manifest in shame, irritability, miscommunication, anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, and inauthenticity? It rarely feels like the “right time” to navigate our most vulnerable feelings, until we start.
(906) 257-9855 View (906) 257-9855
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Miranda L Dobbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! As your counselor, I don’t have all the answers. I can’t make your dreams come true, that extra 10lbs disappear or your marriage happy. But – I can help YOU make all those things happen. Therapy is hard work – I’ll tell you that now. I’ll challenge you, call out nonsense and push you to be the best version of yourself you can be. I will also be your biggest cheerleader, your bulldog and ultimately, your guide. I can’t promise you therapy with me will be easy. But I can promise you if you put in the work, it'll be worth it.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! As your counselor, I don’t have all the answers. I can’t make your dreams come true, that extra 10lbs disappear or your marriage happy. But – I can help YOU make all those things happen. Therapy is hard work – I’ll tell you that now. I’ll challenge you, call out nonsense and push you to be the best version of yourself you can be. I will also be your biggest cheerleader, your bulldog and ultimately, your guide. I can’t promise you therapy with me will be easy. But I can promise you if you put in the work, it'll be worth it.
(843) 279-4640 View (843) 279-4640
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Natalie Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you having difficulty managing constant worries? Do you find it hard to feel confident about your future or maintain your relationships? You may be fed up with feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities or dealing with self-doubt that affects your decisions. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to gain control over your thoughts and emotions. You’re ready to develop healthy habits. Most of all, you’re ready for emotional healing and personal growth.
Are you having difficulty managing constant worries? Do you find it hard to feel confident about your future or maintain your relationships? You may be fed up with feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities or dealing with self-doubt that affects your decisions. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to gain control over your thoughts and emotions. You’re ready to develop healthy habits. Most of all, you’re ready for emotional healing and personal growth.
(949) 670-9296 View (949) 670-9296
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Harborview Trauma & Anxiety Center- Lottie Kohtala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC , CCATP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma lives in all of us. We all carry our histories. Trauma is in our lived experiences, it is not about the traumatic event, rather about how it impacts us. Our perception of self, the aftermath on our nervous system & how it disconnects us from ourselves and others. Our brains have natural healing mechanisms. We can neurologically rewire & relearn; creating new, less destructive circuitry within the brain. Don't let your struggle become your identity. Become empowered to overcome life's toughest challenges!
Trauma lives in all of us. We all carry our histories. Trauma is in our lived experiences, it is not about the traumatic event, rather about how it impacts us. Our perception of self, the aftermath on our nervous system & how it disconnects us from ourselves and others. Our brains have natural healing mechanisms. We can neurologically rewire & relearn; creating new, less destructive circuitry within the brain. Don't let your struggle become your identity. Become empowered to overcome life's toughest challenges!
(906) 208-4097 View (906) 208-4097

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Amy Plettner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Are you feeling stuck? Don’t know where to turn? Taking the first step in getting help takes courage. I am here to help you take the next steps in your journey of healing. I am licensed masters social worker in Michigan with 6 years of professional work experience. I enjoy helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I value every person’s human worth and believe all should be treated equally.
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Are you feeling stuck? Don’t know where to turn? Taking the first step in getting help takes courage. I am here to help you take the next steps in your journey of healing. I am licensed masters social worker in Michigan with 6 years of professional work experience. I enjoy helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I value every person’s human worth and believe all should be treated equally.
(906) 287-4520 View (906) 287-4520
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Pamela J Aalto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Online Only
Many of us respond to life without realizing we can take control. My goal is to help you learn how to take the driver’s seat, so you’re steering toward where you want to go. You’ll “Drive a New Bus with Your Name on It,” navigating toward happiness or contentment—even if you’re not yet sure what that looks like. We’ll work on keeping your bus steady and knowing what to do if you make a wrong turn.
Many of us respond to life without realizing we can take control. My goal is to help you learn how to take the driver’s seat, so you’re steering toward where you want to go. You’ll “Drive a New Bus with Your Name on It,” navigating toward happiness or contentment—even if you’re not yet sure what that looks like. We’ll work on keeping your bus steady and knowing what to do if you make a wrong turn.
(906) 339-3681 View (906) 339-3681
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Niki Parker - Online Christian Therapist for Women
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LISWS
Verified Verified
Online Only
Accepting New Clients – 1/27/25 You’re a Christian woman who feels overwhelmed by the weight of anxiety or trauma, stuck in patterns that are holding you back. You want to find peace but are unsure how to break free. Your faith is important to you, but despite praying and seeking support, you feel trapped in the same cycle. You long for healing that aligns with your beliefs—something deeper than surface-level advice. Your relationships are strained, and you're searching for practical tools to move forward. You’re ready for a change, and Christian therapy can help you find the breakthrough you need.
Accepting New Clients – 1/27/25 You’re a Christian woman who feels overwhelmed by the weight of anxiety or trauma, stuck in patterns that are holding you back. You want to find peace but are unsure how to break free. Your faith is important to you, but despite praying and seeking support, you feel trapped in the same cycle. You long for healing that aligns with your beliefs—something deeper than surface-level advice. Your relationships are strained, and you're searching for practical tools to move forward. You’re ready for a change, and Christian therapy can help you find the breakthrough you need.
(248) 986-1874 View (248) 986-1874

Online Therapists

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Faren Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you're tired of simple talk therapy and want to engage in art therapy, I'm with you. If you're navigating transitions and changes in life and you feel like your inner critic has gotten really loud, I've been there. If you're ready to lean into learning therapy skills, evidenced-based practices, AND making art at the same time - let's meet. As an art therapist, I hope to remind others that there is no "right way" to be a human. I am not the expert here. You are the expert on your life. I will simply assist your goals by bringing in education, perspectives, listening, curiosity, and compassionate inquiry.
If you're tired of simple talk therapy and want to engage in art therapy, I'm with you. If you're navigating transitions and changes in life and you feel like your inner critic has gotten really loud, I've been there. If you're ready to lean into learning therapy skills, evidenced-based practices, AND making art at the same time - let's meet. As an art therapist, I hope to remind others that there is no "right way" to be a human. I am not the expert here. You are the expert on your life. I will simply assist your goals by bringing in education, perspectives, listening, curiosity, and compassionate inquiry.
(906) 287-4054 View (906) 287-4054
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Ali Fitzgibbon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a compassionate therapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am dedicated to supporting my clients by staying present and committed to helping them achieve positive change. I offer an integrative approach to treating trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-worth challenges, ADHD, anger management and passive aggressive behaviors. I implement CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) techniques with a strong focus on self-compassion.
I am a compassionate therapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am dedicated to supporting my clients by staying present and committed to helping them achieve positive change. I offer an integrative approach to treating trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-worth challenges, ADHD, anger management and passive aggressive behaviors. I implement CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) techniques with a strong focus on self-compassion.
(231) 422-3949 View (231) 422-3949
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Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP
BSW, MSc, LLP
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
(231) 322-7099 View (231) 322-7099
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Barbara Jill Rossen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, LMFT, BCD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I help my clients feel more connected to themselves and to others, enjoying richer, more meaningful relationships. The therapeutic process is designed to facilitate change and release one from pain and suffering. It is a collaborative effort as we address your concerns while we navigate the journey from crisis to wellness. I am most helpful in aiding people to find their true voice, and to live their lives more fully and authentically. It is true that living an authentic life, where one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are in synch, brings about lasting happiness. My job is to help facilitate that process.
I help my clients feel more connected to themselves and to others, enjoying richer, more meaningful relationships. The therapeutic process is designed to facilitate change and release one from pain and suffering. It is a collaborative effort as we address your concerns while we navigate the journey from crisis to wellness. I am most helpful in aiding people to find their true voice, and to live their lives more fully and authentically. It is true that living an authentic life, where one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are in synch, brings about lasting happiness. My job is to help facilitate that process.
(517) 292-3535 View (517) 292-3535

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.