Therapists in Ferndale, MI

I believe that people are so close to their own life’s challenges and stressors that they often miss what is right in front of them. Therapy provides an opportunity to step back and regain perspective. I know that each individual is an expert in their own lives, and at the end of the day, only they know what is best for them. Through therapy, I create a supportive and nonjudgmental space for you to speak your truth and look at things in a different way. I will point out and empower you to use your strengths to your advantage. Finally, I will sprinkle in some humor, swear words, and quote The Office because laughter is important.

I can remember always being intrigued by the human mind and why we do what we do. We, as humans, have needs, goals, and of course tricky events or feelings to navigate! What do you want from life, and why? We can explore this together and move towards living life feeling a sense of control as well as self-actualization.

Everyone has times they feel “stuck” or overwhelmed. You might be anxious, sad, overwhelmed, isolating, using drugs and/or surrounding yourself with negative people and not sure how to break this “cycle.” Counseling can help you move forward and assist you with relearning new coping skills to break the cycle of self-sabotage. We will process past traumas and I will help you learn new techniques to utilize when you’re faced with a trigger. Imagine not feeling alone anymore. I will walk with you, so, you BECOME your most authentic self!

When life feels overwhelming, hard to navigate, or burdensome, therapy can offer a consistent and safe environment of support. I believe in integrating all aspects of the individual into the therapeutic experience to view challenges through a holistic approach. You are a full spectrum person, and by incorporating the body, spirit, and mind in therapy, we can work together to develop an improved quality of life and achieve your goals. As your therapist it is important to me to develop a collaborative and trusting relationship with you, serving as the foundation for growth. I believe in therapy as a support to feel confident and free.

Life can be messy! During these times, it can be difficult to balance all of the challenges and expectations that we face on a day-to-day basis. Therapy can be a great space to sort out the messy stuff, explore coping strategies for complex emotions and process difficult events or transitions. Most importantly, therapy is a great space to get to know yourself on a deeper level and create more opportunities for acceptance, change and growth. I aim to create a relaxed, safe and judgment free space for my clients to express themselves and foster a trusting therapeutic relationship.

Are you having relationship problems or sexual difficulties? I specialize in working with women and couples seeking sex therapy and couples counseling to improve intimacy and communication and to deal with desire discrepancy and conflict. I work with women's sexual health issues: vaginismus, sexual trauma, past abuse, pelvic pain, low desire. There is help, don't suffer! Call me. I offer a client-centered approach and trauma-informed care to help you as a unique individual or couple. I am honored to work with you. Together we can also address anxiety, grief and loss, depression, PTSD, and more!

Hi! My name is Meredith Sheatzley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan. My goal is to create a safe, open and judgement free environment for you and your needs. I utilize strength-based, person centered care, as well as CBT to support you in achieving your goals.

Life can often feel overwhelming. If you are struggling to find balance in these trying times, feeling burned out, disconnected, then please reach out for a free phone consultation. My areas of interest include anxiety and depression, PTSD, complex and generational trauma, grief, family and parenting concerns, work/life/education balance, interpersonal relationships and somatic experiences.

Right now, you might be contemplating if therapy is for you or thinking about making a change. Whether you are in crisis or attempting to reach your full potential, we will work together to identify what’s not working and ways to change it. You will be challenged with exploring your beliefs about yourself and the world around you in order to gain a better understanding and increased life satisfaction. My approach focuses on the person as a whole to examine the barriers to your success. I use a combination of treatment modalities to explore changing thoughts, reactions, and outcomes.

Hello! I'm Lexie. I specialize in working with middle school, high school, and college-aged girls. My ideal client is someone who wants to learn actionable skills to help build self-esteem, decrease their anxiety, and better manage relationships and friendships. As a therapist, my hope is that each and every one of my clients feel supported, heard, and a little less alone as they navigate the challenges of their adolescent years.

You are in the right place. I am here to tell you that therapy can be life changing. I have seen it relieve physical and psychological symptoms, heal past wounds, improve self-esteem, land dream jobs, save marriages, allow one to truly love and accept themselves and so much more. I like to think of myself as a warm, empathic and person centered therapist with a sense of humor and commitment to my clients. I am an outcomes based therapist who is centered on my client's reaching their therapeutic goals. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are committed to the therapeutic process and ready to see the change they desire.

Do you feel stuck, alone, confused, or upset? Do you find yourself struggling to accomplish a goal, or are you contemplating a change in your life? We all have times in our life when things become too overwhelming or stressful. Through counseling, we can find ways to work through these difficult situations and develop coping skills that you can use in the future.

Do you notice yourself avoiding your fears, grief, trauma, social gatherings, or pleasurable activities? Do you wish to overcome these avoidances or feelings of excessive worry? Avoiding these emotions and issues may cause uncontrollable panic or wreak havoc on your day-to-day life, forcing you to engage in other negative or maladaptive behaviors. If your avoidance behaviors are getting in the way of your life, you're in the right place. Together we will practice innovative and creative skills in therapy to overcome waves of emotions, mental breakdowns, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and complex trauma.

I have always been amazed at the inherent healing qualities of art. By providing my clients with a safe holding environment, I pave the way to explore their concerns in therapy. Art has a way of quickly bringing issues from the unconscious into the conscious realm where they can be processed verbally or just witnessed. Art is wonderful for increasing tolerance of frustration, delay of gratification and learning to verbalize emotional states. I use all of the Expressive Arts to create individually tailored experientials to promote increased understanding and growth with my clients.

I have a passion for working with adolescent, young adult and adult individuals who need assistance with navigating life transitions, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities, and sexuality. Figuring out one's path can be difficult, however it is my mission to help clients along this journey. Prior to becoming a LLMSW, I have had experience in case management with homeless individuals as well as children in foster care, conducting Applied Behavior Analysis therapy with children on the spectrum, mentoring with students with disabilities and at-risk youth. I hope to provide an inclusive, welcoming, and caring environment to all.

Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 20 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized anxiety, major depression, PTSD, trauma, sexualtiy and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical lisencure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individial hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month on Sundays.

Kids are often just as clueless as we are, when trying to figure out why they are acting out. Everyone experiences an asverse reaction to life that at times may feel impossible to navigate. These reactions are intensified and more difficult if you are a child without the tools you need to express yourself. Trauma often contributes and deepens the pain we are feeling, and close us off from healthy expression, growth and healing. Many of us struggle with impulse control issues, self-defeating patterns, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I have extensive work experience with children, adolescents, and individuals with trauma.