Therapists for Adults in Glen Arbor, MI
My passion as an LLMSW include helping adults, couples, and older teens, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, pre and postpartum challenges, relational challenges, and various life obstacles.
My approach is united, centered, kind, and direct. In order to achieve one's maximum potential, we must not only do the work together, but YOU must be willing to do the work and make changes individually. I utilize several different modalities based on client need. I look forward to assisting you in your endeavor of forging your best self and life.
My passion as an LLMSW include helping adults, couples, and older teens, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, pre and postpartum challenges, relational challenges, and various life obstacles.
My approach is united, centered, kind, and direct. In order to achieve one's maximum potential, we must not only do the work together, but YOU must be willing to do the work and make changes individually. I utilize several different modalities based on client need. I look forward to assisting you in your endeavor of forging your best self and life.
I work with adults and young adults who are seeking a richer life experience at home , in their relationships and at work.
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 work with adults and young adults who are seeking a richer life experience at home , in their relationships and at work.
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.
Do you constantly strive to meet high expectations, even at the expense of your own well-being? My clients are often motivated, resourceful individuals who struggle to feel fulfilled and balanced across their relationships, careers, and sense of self. Patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and past wounds often drive exhaustion and self-doubt, leaving them questioning their worth. In our work together, you’ll develop the skills to stop these patterns and reconnect with what truly fuels you. As you let that guide your choices, life begins to feel more balanced and aligned, and success becomes sustainable, not draining.
Do you constantly strive to meet high expectations, even at the expense of your own well-being? My clients are often motivated, resourceful individuals who struggle to feel fulfilled and balanced across their relationships, careers, and sense of self. Patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and past wounds often drive exhaustion and self-doubt, leaving them questioning their worth. In our work together, you’ll develop the skills to stop these patterns and reconnect with what truly fuels you. As you let that guide your choices, life begins to feel more balanced and aligned, and success becomes sustainable, not draining.
You’ve built a life that looks solid—career, relationship, responsibilities handled. From the outside, nothing seems out of place. But inside, something isn’t lining up. You’re caught in patterns you didn’t intend—compulsive sexual behaviors that leave you conflicted and disconnected and at times ashamed. You tell yourself you’ll stop, but the cycle keeps pulling you back. In the quiet moments, there’s a tension: This isn’t who I want to be. You feel the distance it’s creating—from your partner, from your integrity, from yourself. You want control, clarity, and a way forward that aligns with who you know you can be.
You’ve built a life that looks solid—career, relationship, responsibilities handled. From the outside, nothing seems out of place. But inside, something isn’t lining up. You’re caught in patterns you didn’t intend—compulsive sexual behaviors that leave you conflicted and disconnected and at times ashamed. You tell yourself you’ll stop, but the cycle keeps pulling you back. In the quiet moments, there’s a tension: This isn’t who I want to be. You feel the distance it’s creating—from your partner, from your integrity, from yourself. You want control, clarity, and a way forward that aligns with who you know you can be.
This step takes courage, you were brave enough to go this far in the growth process, lets move forward together. It is essential that you enter a welcoming, safe, compassionate environment where vulnerability is honored. This is a place where personal growth will thrive. Life can be challenging, confusing exciting and scary, but you are not alone. We will work together using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT) to untangle life experiences and work toward living your best life.
This step takes courage, you were brave enough to go this far in the growth process, lets move forward together. It is essential that you enter a welcoming, safe, compassionate environment where vulnerability is honored. This is a place where personal growth will thrive. Life can be challenging, confusing exciting and scary, but you are not alone. We will work together using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT) to untangle life experiences and work toward living your best life.
I have a passion for helping others achieve the best version of themselves. Taking the first step to become a happier person can be a daunting task. I want to reassure you that you are not alone. We will work together to rebuild relationships, overcome anxieties, fears, and negative behaviors. I will strive to help you achieve the best version of yourself. Located in the heart of downtown Traverse City, MI.
I have a passion for helping others achieve the best version of themselves. Taking the first step to become a happier person can be a daunting task. I want to reassure you that you are not alone. We will work together to rebuild relationships, overcome anxieties, fears, and negative behaviors. I will strive to help you achieve the best version of yourself. Located in the heart of downtown Traverse City, MI.
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Before we can understand others, we must first seek to understand ourselves. Life is traumatic no matter what we have or haven’t been through. I’ve been there. Judged. Shamed. Scared. Paralyzed. Overwhelmed. Checked out. Emotionally exhausted. Avoiding. Escaping with drugs, food, gambling, etc.
Before we can understand others, we must first seek to understand ourselves. Life is traumatic no matter what we have or haven’t been through. I’ve been there. Judged. Shamed. Scared. Paralyzed. Overwhelmed. Checked out. Emotionally exhausted. Avoiding. Escaping with drugs, food, gambling, etc.
I work with parents, kids, teens, and adults who are ready to make a positive change.
Together, we’ll uncover practical tools using CBT, EMDR, and Play Therapy so you can regain balance in your life and move forward. I’m here to encourage and equip you every step of the way—empowering you to build a life of lasting confidence and peace.
I work with parents, kids, teens, and adults who are ready to make a positive change.
Together, we’ll uncover practical tools using CBT, EMDR, and Play Therapy so you can regain balance in your life and move forward. I’m here to encourage and equip you every step of the way—empowering you to build a life of lasting confidence and peace.
Embarking on the journey of therapy requires trust and finding the right fit is essential. I approach therapy as a sacred space, where you can feel safe to explore your innermost thoughts and emotions. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, tailored to your unique needs and experiences. Throughout my professional career, I’ve honed my skills in working with diverse populations, specializing in anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and related challenges. In our sessions, my goal is to empower you to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and resilience.
Embarking on the journey of therapy requires trust and finding the right fit is essential. I approach therapy as a sacred space, where you can feel safe to explore your innermost thoughts and emotions. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, tailored to your unique needs and experiences. Throughout my professional career, I’ve honed my skills in working with diverse populations, specializing in anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and related challenges. In our sessions, my goal is to empower you to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and resilience.
My name is Sarah Veliz and I practice in the metro-Detroit area. My practice is 100% telehealth and I can see a client located anywhere in Michigan. I accept private pay, BCBS and Medicare. I have been practicing for 10+ years and have a strengths-based solution focused approach. I believe therapy can be beneficial for anyone and that everyone has the ability to meet their own goals. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
My name is Sarah Veliz and I practice in the metro-Detroit area. My practice is 100% telehealth and I can see a client located anywhere in Michigan. I accept private pay, BCBS and Medicare. I have been practicing for 10+ years and have a strengths-based solution focused approach. I believe therapy can be beneficial for anyone and that everyone has the ability to meet their own goals. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
As a therapist, I am passionate about working with men and veterans. I recognize that many individuals in these communities have been taught to carry burdens on their own, often putting the needs of others before their own well-being. My goal is to provide a supportive and practical environment where clients can openly discuss their experiences and develop effective strategies for overcoming life's challenges.
As a therapist, I am passionate about working with men and veterans. I recognize that many individuals in these communities have been taught to carry burdens on their own, often putting the needs of others before their own well-being. My goal is to provide a supportive and practical environment where clients can openly discuss their experiences and develop effective strategies for overcoming life's challenges.
I specialize in the treatment of adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, binge eating disorder and emotional eating, trauma, body image, relationship issues, and women’s issues.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.
I specialize in the treatment of adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, binge eating disorder and emotional eating, trauma, body image, relationship issues, and women’s issues.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.
Thank you for taking time to learn how we can partner together. I offer an atmosphere of warmth, encouragement, wellness and 35 years of experience as a marriage & family psychologist. Having raised a son and daughter, married a long time and six grandchildren, I know families, careers and life in general can be very stressful. It is my passion to help you make your journey easier and successful for you. Knowledge is power - the more you learn about yourself, communication skills, and acquire tools to eliminate depression, anxiety, anger, phobias, etc. the happier you will be in all aspects of life!
Thank you for taking time to learn how we can partner together. I offer an atmosphere of warmth, encouragement, wellness and 35 years of experience as a marriage & family psychologist. Having raised a son and daughter, married a long time and six grandchildren, I know families, careers and life in general can be very stressful. It is my passion to help you make your journey easier and successful for you. Knowledge is power - the more you learn about yourself, communication skills, and acquire tools to eliminate depression, anxiety, anger, phobias, etc. the happier you will be in all aspects of life!
As humans, we have one life to live. Sometimes in life, there are struggles that we must wade through. If we can get to the other side of the struggle, there will be joys to experience. I will help you through tough times with a strengths-based approach to life’s challenges.
As humans, we have one life to live. Sometimes in life, there are struggles that we must wade through. If we can get to the other side of the struggle, there will be joys to experience. I will help you through tough times with a strengths-based approach to life’s challenges.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, relationship stress, and major life transitions.
Therapy that helps you feel more like yourself again.
Many of my clients are the people others rely on. They are caregivers, professionals, business owners, parents, partners, and helpers who spend so much time taking care of everyone else that they lose connection with their own needs, emotions, and sense of self. On the outside, they may appear capable and high functioning. Internally, they often feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, relationship stress, and major life transitions.
Therapy that helps you feel more like yourself again.
Many of my clients are the people others rely on. They are caregivers, professionals, business owners, parents, partners, and helpers who spend so much time taking care of everyone else that they lose connection with their own needs, emotions, and sense of self. On the outside, they may appear capable and high functioning. Internally, they often feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
Are you feeling down or not yourself? Are you looking for someone to talk to about things going on in your life? I specialize in helping people through changes in circumstances and everyday challenges. Areas include anxiety, depression, compassion/caregiver fatigue, adjustment, career change, time management and college student issues. I also assist in helping others with managing everyday stress and work-life balance. I am trained in and committed to providing culturally sensitive care to LGBT+, BIPOC and TGNC. I am licensed in Michigan, New Jersey and New Hampshire.
Are you feeling down or not yourself? Are you looking for someone to talk to about things going on in your life? I specialize in helping people through changes in circumstances and everyday challenges. Areas include anxiety, depression, compassion/caregiver fatigue, adjustment, career change, time management and college student issues. I also assist in helping others with managing everyday stress and work-life balance. I am trained in and committed to providing culturally sensitive care to LGBT+, BIPOC and TGNC. I am licensed in Michigan, New Jersey and New Hampshire.
Are you experiencing emotions that are difficult to manage on your own? I specialize in helping you learn to overcome anxiety, depression, chronic illness, pregnancy/post-partum, trauma, life-transitions, and relationship difficulties. I integrate evidence-based practices to guide you through roadblocks that are keeping you stuck. My therapeutic approaches are CBT, strengths-based, and integrative; meeting you where you are at, and assisting you with where you want to be.
Are you experiencing emotions that are difficult to manage on your own? I specialize in helping you learn to overcome anxiety, depression, chronic illness, pregnancy/post-partum, trauma, life-transitions, and relationship difficulties. I integrate evidence-based practices to guide you through roadblocks that are keeping you stuck. My therapeutic approaches are CBT, strengths-based, and integrative; meeting you where you are at, and assisting you with where you want to be.
Are you feeling controlled by intrusive thoughts or worry? Are your relationships suffering? I help clients break free and gain confidence to cope with life's stressors. I am ready to work with you to meet your goals of lowering anxiety, reducing OCD symptoms, navigating relationship conflict, and more!
I believe everyone has the potential to heal and my goal is to provide support through the entire process. I am trained in several evidence-backed techniques to help bring you relief. Together we’ll explore difficulties, identify strengths, and develop strategies to bring you to the place you where want to be.
Are you feeling controlled by intrusive thoughts or worry? Are your relationships suffering? I help clients break free and gain confidence to cope with life's stressors. I am ready to work with you to meet your goals of lowering anxiety, reducing OCD symptoms, navigating relationship conflict, and more!
I believe everyone has the potential to heal and my goal is to provide support through the entire process. I am trained in several evidence-backed techniques to help bring you relief. Together we’ll explore difficulties, identify strengths, and develop strategies to bring you to the place you where want to be.
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples, a humanistic approach based on adult attachment.
In my work with couples and families, I provide a warm, non-judgmental presence to help you share your story, make discoveries, and meet your goals. I have a particular passion for helping couples, and I also work with individuals of all ages. I see family members as part of a connected system, and I honor each person's need for belonging and independence within their closest relationships. My background in education and love for the natural world shape my connection with clients.
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples, a humanistic approach based on adult attachment.
In my work with couples and families, I provide a warm, non-judgmental presence to help you share your story, make discoveries, and meet your goals. I have a particular passion for helping couples, and I also work with individuals of all ages. I see family members as part of a connected system, and I honor each person's need for belonging and independence within their closest relationships. My background in education and love for the natural world shape my connection with clients.
Rachel Hoppe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
3 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
I provide compassionate, collaborative support for children, teens, and adults.
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children and teens to build coping skills, process their experiences, and strengthen their resilience. For adults, I offer support for challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and healing from past hurt.
I provide compassionate, collaborative support for children, teens, and adults.
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children and teens to build coping skills, process their experiences, and strengthen their resilience. For adults, I offer support for challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and healing from past hurt.
Nearby Adults Therapists Searches for Glen Arbor
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.