Female Therapists in Glen Arbor, MI
Heather M. Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Glen Arbor, MI 49636 (Online Only)
My ideal clients are couples and individuals who are tired of suffering and want to make positive changes in their lives. My clients don't lay on the couch and vent, but rather are willing to roll their sleeves up and work hard to feel better and change. If you have trauma, we will get to the root of it. No more avoidance. If you're in a relationship with poor communication, broken trust and little intimacy we will fix it. We will equalize the power between you both, and draw healthy boundaries individually, and as a couple.
My ideal clients are couples and individuals who are tired of suffering and want to make positive changes in their lives. My clients don't lay on the couch and vent, but rather are willing to roll their sleeves up and work hard to feel better and change. If you have trauma, we will get to the root of it. No more avoidance. If you're in a relationship with poor communication, broken trust and little intimacy we will fix it. We will equalize the power between you both, and draw healthy boundaries individually, and as a couple.
Kayla Nachazel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Arbor, MI 49636 (Online Only)
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. I am confident that my skillset, along with the use of evidence-based practices, will provide you with the tools and confidence you need to overcome any barriers that may be standing in the way of a wholesome and fulfilling life. In our sessions, we will work together in order to overcome the current obstacles you may be facing.
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. I am confident that my skillset, along with the use of evidence-based practices, will provide you with the tools and confidence you need to overcome any barriers that may be standing in the way of a wholesome and fulfilling life. In our sessions, we will work together in order to overcome the current obstacles you may be facing.
Barbara Jill Rossen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, LMFT, BCD
Verified Verified
Glen Arbor, MI 49636 (Online Only)
I help my clients feel more connected to themselves and to others and to have 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, 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 and to have 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, 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 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.
Sonya Parry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Arbor, MI 49636 (Online Only)
Many women (especially mothers), struggle with similar thoughts and feelings.
Are you an exhausted woman who feels emotionally and physically drained? You have zero left to give at the end of each day. Maybe you simply cannot wait to crawl into bed at night, hoping that tomorrow will be better. Some days it feels like a vicious cycle of overwhelm, other days it feels life is manageable. You’re not alone on this rollercoaster. If any of these moments have spoken to you, then you are in the right place. Maybe you recently looked in the mirror and were taken aback by what you saw. You noticed you felt less like yourself, and further from the woman you believed you would be. Something is missing. You feel lost.
Many women (especially mothers), struggle with similar thoughts and feelings.
Are you an exhausted woman who feels emotionally and physically drained? You have zero left to give at the end of each day. Maybe you simply cannot wait to crawl into bed at night, hoping that tomorrow will be better. Some days it feels like a vicious cycle of overwhelm, other days it feels life is manageable. You’re not alone on this rollercoaster. If any of these moments have spoken to you, then you are in the right place. Maybe you recently looked in the mirror and were taken aback by what you saw. You noticed you felt less like yourself, and further from the woman you believed you would be. Something is missing. You feel lost.
Dr. Marilyn Ann Fitzgerald
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PhD, LLP
Verified Verified
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
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.
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Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
Caren Field
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple City, MI 49664
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling there should be more to life, I can help. I work with people who are tired of being stuck going around in circles, who are open to learning what steps to take to get their relationships back on track, and who are ready to keep their life moving in a positive direction.
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling there should be more to life, I can help. I work with people who are tired of being stuck going around in circles, who are open to learning what steps to take to get their relationships back on track, and who are ready to keep their life moving in a positive direction.
Amy Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Empire, MI 49630 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
What would it be like to feel like yourself again? So often in life, we push others away when we feel our worst. The things we enjoy quickly depart with them. We are left engulfed in feelings of hopelessness and despair, losing our sense of self and purpose. Although these issues are our responsibility, we don’t need to address them on our own. Therapy can help.I believe that we are not museums meant to preserve our negative experiences. Our past issues can be resolved. Through resolution of past experiences we are able to enter into a loving relationship with ourselves.
What would it be like to feel like yourself again? So often in life, we push others away when we feel our worst. The things we enjoy quickly depart with them. We are left engulfed in feelings of hopelessness and despair, losing our sense of self and purpose. Although these issues are our responsibility, we don’t need to address them on our own. Therapy can help.I believe that we are not museums meant to preserve our negative experiences. Our past issues can be resolved. Through resolution of past experiences we are able to enter into a loving relationship with ourselves.
Stillness and Strength Therapeutics, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SSP, LLMSW-C, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple City, MI 49664
Not accepting new clients
If it feels overwhelming to name your feelings and say what you need, I'll meet you there and we'll do it together. We'll get clear on what's going well and what might be standing in the way of deeper connections. We'll explore whether past hurts are showing up as present-day symptoms and impacting how you care for yourself and others. Your system has a way of communicating its needs, and sometimes, instead of listening, we push parts of ourselves away or go into protection mode. We'll discover how to turn towards our needs in a compassionate way and strengthen self-advocacy around your very human needs, rights, and boundaries.
If it feels overwhelming to name your feelings and say what you need, I'll meet you there and we'll do it together. We'll get clear on what's going well and what might be standing in the way of deeper connections. We'll explore whether past hurts are showing up as present-day symptoms and impacting how you care for yourself and others. Your system has a way of communicating its needs, and sometimes, instead of listening, we push parts of ourselves away or go into protection mode. We'll discover how to turn towards our needs in a compassionate way and strengthen self-advocacy around your very human needs, rights, and boundaries.
Online Therapists
King and Associates Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Menominee, MI 49858
Top Ten Reasons For Therapy: 10) It's good to talk to someone who accepts you unconditionally. 9) It's cheaper than hitting bottom. 8) It can prevent bad situations from getting worse. 7) It helps correct self-defeating behaviors. 6) It teaches assertiveness, which raises self-esteem. 5)It teaches new ways of thinking. 4) It provides relief. 3)It's not as sappy as it looks on TV. 2) Knowledge is power; knowing the reasons for what bothers you gives you power to change. AND THE NUMBER ONE REASON TO GO TO THERAPY: You deserve to like yourself and your life!
Top Ten Reasons For Therapy: 10) It's good to talk to someone who accepts you unconditionally. 9) It's cheaper than hitting bottom. 8) It can prevent bad situations from getting worse. 7) It helps correct self-defeating behaviors. 6) It teaches assertiveness, which raises self-esteem. 5)It teaches new ways of thinking. 4) It provides relief. 3)It's not as sappy as it looks on TV. 2) Knowledge is power; knowing the reasons for what bothers you gives you power to change. AND THE NUMBER ONE REASON TO GO TO THERAPY: You deserve to like yourself and your life!
The power to have the quality life and relationships that you desire is in your hands. It just takes courage to take the first step. If you feel lost in a maze that keeps ending up where you started, maybe you need a good guide who can help you arrive at a more satisfying destination. I can help you navigate through the challenges in life so that you end up with more positive results. ( PLEASE NOTE: I only work with individuals 20yrs+ old.)
The power to have the quality life and relationships that you desire is in your hands. It just takes courage to take the first step. If you feel lost in a maze that keeps ending up where you started, maybe you need a good guide who can help you arrive at a more satisfying destination. I can help you navigate through the challenges in life so that you end up with more positive results. ( PLEASE NOTE: I only work with individuals 20yrs+ old.)
Welcome! Are you ready to unburden from ingrained patterns, heal trauma wounds, and welcome joy, connectedness, and wonderment into your life? I can help. I'm an attachment-focused and trauma-informed psychotherapist with a curious mind, open heart, and hearty sense of humor. I believe that therapy should feel nourishing and meaningful - and the effects should be transformative. As a Narrative, Mindfulness, Sandtray, and IFS trained therapist, I helps clients “re-author” their lives — often using experiential and expressive arts activities or guided ‘parts’ exercises in order to make space for new ways of thinking and understanding.
Welcome! Are you ready to unburden from ingrained patterns, heal trauma wounds, and welcome joy, connectedness, and wonderment into your life? I can help. I'm an attachment-focused and trauma-informed psychotherapist with a curious mind, open heart, and hearty sense of humor. I believe that therapy should feel nourishing and meaningful - and the effects should be transformative. As a Narrative, Mindfulness, Sandtray, and IFS trained therapist, I helps clients “re-author” their lives — often using experiential and expressive arts activities or guided ‘parts’ exercises in order to make space for new ways of thinking and understanding.
My passion for providing counseling comes through the desire to make all of my clients feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey and life journey. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families with my specialty areas including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress reduction, family and peer relationship challenges, eating disorders and body image issues.
My passion for providing counseling comes through the desire to make all of my clients feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey and life journey. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families with my specialty areas including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress reduction, family and peer relationship challenges, eating disorders and body image issues.
You’re exhausted, overwhelmed by the pace of modern life, stuck in relationships or jobs that don’t fulfill you. You want to change but you’re too bogged down by your inner critic that says you’re “too much” or “not enough”. You’re ready to feel at home with yourself, at home in your life. That’s where I come in. Together we will help you alleviate anxiety and past trauma to manifest more joy, peace, & meaningful connection. We will work to understand and heal your people-pleasing & perfectionist parts so you can learn what YOU truly want in life & how to get it on your own terms.
You’re exhausted, overwhelmed by the pace of modern life, stuck in relationships or jobs that don’t fulfill you. You want to change but you’re too bogged down by your inner critic that says you’re “too much” or “not enough”. You’re ready to feel at home with yourself, at home in your life. That’s where I come in. Together we will help you alleviate anxiety and past trauma to manifest more joy, peace, & meaningful connection. We will work to understand and heal your people-pleasing & perfectionist parts so you can learn what YOU truly want in life & how to get it on your own terms.
Meagan Stalter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49685 (Online Only)
Perinatal and Postpartum therapy is so important to me and I wish I had had access when I was in my postpartum period. Providing support and a safe place for moms and their partners is one of my main priorities.
Perinatal and Postpartum therapy is so important to me and I wish I had had access when I was in my postpartum period. Providing support and a safe place for moms and their partners is one of my main priorities.
Today’s world is a very complex place and our stress levels are often off the charts. Many times, it would be good to just have someone to talk to. Someone to discuss struggles with. You may have difficult relationships, parenting, workplace issues, fear with aging and loss, or addictions. We would love to be able to sit down with you and help in any way we can. I have 20+ years in helping with all of these issues and more.
Today’s world is a very complex place and our stress levels are often off the charts. Many times, it would be good to just have someone to talk to. Someone to discuss struggles with. You may have difficult relationships, parenting, workplace issues, fear with aging and loss, or addictions. We would love to be able to sit down with you and help in any way we can. I have 20+ years in helping with all of these issues and more.
Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. Although shifts in behavior and emotions can take time, even in the short term there can be immediate relief. I see the relationship between the patient and therapist as central to a positive outcome. Although we are all infinitely diverse and complex, collectively we seek to be understood. I listen with curiosity and empathy to understand each individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying vulnerabilities that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.
Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. Although shifts in behavior and emotions can take time, even in the short term there can be immediate relief. I see the relationship between the patient and therapist as central to a positive outcome. Although we are all infinitely diverse and complex, collectively we seek to be understood. I listen with curiosity and empathy to understand each individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying vulnerabilities that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.
Misty Lynne Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Elmira, MI 49730 (Online Only)
If you're the person laying in bed, thinking about all the mistakes you made or worrying about what people thought of you all day, and it feels like a car is sitting on your chest, I get it. Do you constantly fear what other people think about you? Worry about conversations and replay them with all your mistakes living rent free in your head? What if it didn't have to be that way? How amazing would it be to go to bed and actually sleep- To feel refreshed and happy each day? Wouldn't it be great to have energy and be able to get things done for once instead of constantly feeling stuck? Through therapy, I can help you.
If you're the person laying in bed, thinking about all the mistakes you made or worrying about what people thought of you all day, and it feels like a car is sitting on your chest, I get it. Do you constantly fear what other people think about you? Worry about conversations and replay them with all your mistakes living rent free in your head? What if it didn't have to be that way? How amazing would it be to go to bed and actually sleep- To feel refreshed and happy each day? Wouldn't it be great to have energy and be able to get things done for once instead of constantly feeling stuck? Through therapy, I can help you.
Knowing when to ask for help is hard. My ideal client is someone willing to take that step. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma - there is hope. Together, we can start walking towards a healthier you.
Knowing when to ask for help is hard. My ideal client is someone willing to take that step. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma - there is hope. Together, we can start walking towards a healthier you.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
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—both men and women—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.