I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Michigan, and I have a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology. I have been a therapist for over 25 years with a lot of experience working with children, the elderly population, the foster care system, and working with the disabled population. In addition, I have a Private Practice, where I provide Individual, Group, Marriage and Family Therapy. I have addressed an array of problems, in the areas of depression, anxiety, disability, autism, stress management, caregiver issues, consulting and career counseling. My therapy approach is eclectic.

Individuals, couples and families experience challenging times which can cause anxiety, depression or grief making it difficult to cope with school, work and personal relationships. I can assist with stratagies to help you with your personal growth to reach calmness,optimism,and acceptance. I provide a calm, supportive environment to create accessable goals to move forward with the life you desire. Please feel free to visit my Facebook page at Christy Stamper PLLC (LMSW)

Counseling represents growth and change. I believe that counseling can be helpful to anyone experiencing difficulties in their life. I look forward to helping clients on their journey towards their goals. I work with all ages of people who are seeking to make positive changes in their lives.

I began my practice in 1984 as a Social Worker. I returned to school and earned a Ph.D in Psychology. I specialize in working with adults of all ages, children, adolescence, couples and families. I employ a variety of techniques such as mindfulness, insight oriented inquiry, Yoga and traditional talk therapies. I do believe that we can change our lives if we change our thinking. At times we come to a place when our thoughts become unbearable and feel overwhelmed and confused. When we are open to acknowledging our suffering we then become willing to explore our pain.

I am a fully licensed clinical social worker and board certified advanced addiction counselor. As a therapist, I am genuine, caring, and engaged. I believe in changing negative life patterns by first identifying the problem, then arriving at the core of a problem, and pushing for growth and change in an empathic way in order to solve the problem. My approach is effective with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem and relationship problems.

See my website for my weekly pandemic podcasts- covering a topic pertaining to mental health each week. Evening & Weekend appts. are available. All insurances covering Telehealth sessions during this time. 25+ years experience in the field. Certified clinical trauma professional. Cognitive behavioral & solution focused therapy with specialties in eating disorders, grief/loss (including pet loss), bullying & ADD. EMDR trained, & currently working towards certification. Treating families, adults, adolescents, couples, geriatric clientele, depression, anxiety, phobias, life adjustment issues, obsessive compulsive disorders, & more.

Life presents many stressors that leave us feeling overwhelmed, alone and unsure of where to go next. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety or depression, problems in marital or family relationships, experienced a loss, or difficulty deciding what direction to go in your career. I use a compassionate, whole person approach to counseling that allows you to explore your thoughts, feelings and actions in a safe, supportive and judgement free environment. Recently I feel I have been called to further explore how physical movement can help individuals to process and heal emotional stress and trauma.

I believe the ability to be genuine and create connections with other people are the most important factors in maintaining peace and happiness. I encourage my clients to strive toward this by helping them explore who they are and find the tools they need to evolve into who they want to become. My style is candid and compassionate. I challenge my clients, but I realize that each person comes to the counseling office with different needs, interests, and talents. I approach the treatment of each client with an eclectic perspective based on his or her personal qualities and situations.

I am dedicated to providing you with an opportunity to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from reaching your goals or from being your best self. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, with flexibility and an understanding that one treatment approach doesn't work for everyone. I meet you where you are, and my goal is to work with you get to where you want to be in your life with warmth, sensitivity and wisdom.

Have you felt stuck with no new ideas on what to do next? Want a chance to "hear yourself think" and gain some new strategies to do things differently? I can help you find ways to improve and enhance your personal relationships. You'll set goals, describe your desired outcome, and discover your role in making those changes. You'll identify new approaches and strategies you may have overlooked. I've been married for over 40 years and welcome the opportunity to help you rediscover and rekindle the relationship you desire. "Refreshing relationships through Christ-centered professional counseling."

Experiencing mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, family conflicts, or behavioral changes can be scary, but there's no need to go through it alone. Many times, a supportive outside perspective can be helpful in figuring out what the next steps could be to resolve conflicts and relieve life stress. As your counselor, I am honored to be working together with you, or your child, in a collaborative effort to discover new ways to cope with problems and improve your quality of life.

Having worked for many years as a therapist, I have helped adults and adolescents in families, groups and individually. What I find most people are looking for includes a sense of purpose, value and acceptance. People want and need to feel good about themselves and feel important to those they are with including family, work, friendship, and community. We all strive to be the best we can be, to live by our own values, and enjoy our lives to the fullest.

As a person passionate about helping others, I seek to assist individuals, couples, and families in working through issues to achieve greater mental health. These can be issues of communication, parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, or other struggles. By addressing these themes in a safe, caring, and open environment, individuals, couples, and families can learn skills to manage and decrease symptoms while increasing life satisfaction. It can get better.

Sometimes life doesn't go the way we planned and we find ourselves realizing that we may need help. Whether you are stuck in the pits of depression, feeling controlled and taken over by your anxiety, need to find freedom and healing from a traumatic event, or just need a little extra support, I am here to help! While my passion is working with clients struggling with depression and traumatic stress, I also work with anxiety and relational issues. I use an integrative therapy approach to help you get in touch with and explore your feelings/emotions, get to the root of what is going on, and become more self reflective.

Stating something new can be challenging. I will meet you where you are in a nonjudgmental and meaningful way. I'll support you and challenge you to reach your therapeutic goals. I strive to be caring, supportive, and motivational and will provide a safe environment to explore even your most challenging situations and problems.

You deserve a fulfilling life. Sometimes we may feel a lack of purpose, a sense that things like social media, unhealthy relationships, or work is distracting us from reaching our true potential. Together we will work on identifying the goals you want to accomplish, and I support you in figuring out how to overcome the challenges. We acknowledge and honor your strengths in this process, with the aim of becoming the strongest version of yourself.

Perhaps you are down or anxious - maybe you are unsure about the future of a relationship or just feel that you arn't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be I am here to offer support. One of the most important aspects for successful counseling is the therapeutic relationship. My life experiences help me relate closely to survivors of suicide as well as others. As hard as the first counseling appointment can be, you will find counseling is worth it. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgmental and nurturing environment for healing and growth.

I bring to those being served over 25 years of dedicated clinical experience from a variety of practice settings. Allow me to share practical and professional knowledge gleaned from well-known areas of service. Employment in the inpatient mental health treatment setting has provided me a good measure of expertise assisting those addressing a myriad of mental health challenges. I bring expertise in dual diagnosis treatment of multiple chemical abuse and dependence. I have provided mental health treatment of returning citizens from various states of incarceration who may require re-adjustment and re-integration into mainstream society.

My ideal client is someone who is coming to therapy to grow and become their best version of themselves. I am trained in treating trauma and PTSD. I have a growing passion in addressing body image concerns and healthy lifestyles. I have a passion for working with children on the autism spectrum and their family members. I enjoy utilizing multiple different therapeutic techniques and tools to help you meet your goals in sessions with people of all ages. I often utilize reading, art, play and other imaginative based techniques My practice style welcomes individuals, couples, and families.