Therapists in Highland, MI

**Accepting new clients, please email for inquiry** Are you someone who is invested in bettering their life and relationships? Seeking out therapy for insight, increased skills, validation, support and positive outcomes? I am here to help you with that! I work with individuals who are solution oriented, wanting to make changes, break generational patterns, and are committed to working on emotional and impulse control.

I received an M.A. in Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary in 2011. As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. I believe that people are relational beings with physical, spiritual, emotional, and social components, and that the exploration and integration of these aspects through a client-centered approach.can be life changing and enhancing. Furthermore in an effort to help those in need, I am providing a one time free session on every Wednesday @1pm as a first come first serve basis. If needed,

If you struggle with constant worry, fears or even panic attacks you know that there are times when life can be a challenge. Perhaps a major life change like a death a divorce, a new school or job has left you feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you’ve been using alcohol or drugs to self medicate and are struggling to stop. It could be your adolescent son or daughter is having difficulty navigating the teen years and you think they could benefit from a professional counselor. Whatever your situation there comes a time when you decide struggling through on your own is no longer working.

Do you struggle with overwhelming worry and anxiety? Are your relationships suffering because of your anxiety? Do traumatic events from your past interfere with your ability to enjoy life? If so then I would like to help. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My goal is to help you feel better so you can live a happy life with fullfilling personal relationships. By combining an insight oriented approach with practical skill building I guide people in making the cognitive and behavioral changes. I have 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families.

I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation, negative body issues,self-esteem and addiction. Maybe you never feel like you are "in the moment", distracted by constant worry, or no matter how much you try you feel like you aren't good enough. Perhaps past hurts and experiences seem to be barriers to moving forward. With the right insight, tools and support you can move forward, experiencing change and growth.

Sometimes living hurts. Sometimes we can be so overwhelmed by circumstances and stresses that it feels difficult to function. Coming to therapy is a courageous and hopeful step. Wether it’s to deal with anxiety, depression, trauma or family conflict, I absolutely believe that together we can find ways to reduce your suffering and find a path to healing and peace.

Did you experience a recent traumatic event, like a frightening car accident or sudden death of a loved one. Were you raised in a chaotic or abusive home. Unresolved trauma can lead to flashbacks, a sense of being disconnected from others, mood swing. Some survivors of trauma feel like they are always waiting for the other shoe to drop or like they always have to have their guard up around others. If you have felt trapped by your past trauma or even beyond repair because of the traumatic life experiences you have endured then I can help. I am passionate about helping people resolve trauma so they can live a life full of meaning.

Have you been struggling with getting through the day, getting up in the morning, taking care of yourself, others or your home? Are you battling depression? Are you often stressed out, angry, worried, impatient? Struggling with anxiety? ​ How long have you been thinking about making an appointment with a therapist? I can help you resolve difficulties you may be having, and assist you in becoming the happy, productive person you know you can be. Insightful, PC has two locations: Milford/Highland and Farmington Hills, Michigan. Convenient day and evening appointments are available.

Feeling eager to open up to a complete stranger, vocalizing all of your deepest, most intimate struggles and challenges? Probably not the first choice that comes to mind, but you are not alone. Many of my clients have arrived with similar reservations while facing issues such as depression, anxiety, grief/loss, interpersonal relationships, life adjustments, work conflicts and career exploration. My approach is two-fold, with the first focusing on the interaction between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The second is to explore how your environment, family, school or social setting influenced your worldly view and actions.

Are you a teenager or adult struggling with a lack of confidence? Do you worry constantly about what might happen or what other people think of you? Perhaps you are struggling with depression and you just don't feel like the person you once were. Sometimes when people are struggling they tend to wait it out, hoping things will get better. Occasionally things do improve but more often than not the waiting it out approach can result in symptoms worsening. It can also lead to developing harmful ways of coping like isolation or alcohol or drug use.

I have extensive experience in helping teenagers and young adults understand core issues that drive unhealthy behaviors and explore ways to change the behavior. This understanding creates space for hope to improve the relationships within their lives and with themselves while increasing their sense of self and confidence. I have a great passion for utilizing various arts to facilitate healing and to help my clients express themselves both verbally and non-verbally. Art therapy helps clients go deeper in their personal journey and make powerful, long-lasting changes.

I've been a therapist for 24 years and have had a thriving private practice in my community for the last 14 years. The majority of my clientele has come from word of mouth recommendations. I have been a clinical director in a large agency setting, training and supervising a staff of therapists. I was a field instructor for Bachelor's and Master's degree students for the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University. I strive to provide accessible counseling that helps you achieve greater happiness and fulfill your potential in your goals and relationships.

Do you feel like you are not living to your full potential? Do you feel unhappy? Are you being held back by old patterns that no longer serve you? So many of us feel held down by stress and fear that we forget how to be happy. My desire as a therapist is to provide assistance and encouragement for exploring your personal stories as a way of coping with pain and finding meaning.

I have over 30 years experience working with children, adults, couples and families on a wide variety of life problems. It is important to find a therapist that is a good fit, someone with whom you feel comfortable and who takes your concerns seriously. My approach is supportive, confidential and empathetic in helping individuals and families recognize their own needs and strengths. It's not uncommon to get stuck in unsatisfying and frustrating situations. Through our relationship you can start to become aware of issues that interfere with feeling better and use your strengths to make changes and move forward.

All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.

My ideal client is someone looking for marital or couples counseling, help with parenting issues, or anyone experiencing a difficulty adjusting to a change in their life. I work with depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders and individuals, couples, and families. I love to work with women on issues of self actualization and assertiveness. It is great to see someone feel empowered and able to operate in life from their genuine authentic self.

As a licensed master's clinical social worker, I offer therapy in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment. I provide a space where individuals feel comfortable sharing their concerns so that we can work together to gain insight on life's stresses and struggles. I collaborate with the client to develop effective coping mechanisms, process through current and past life experiences, to accomplish personal goals. My clinical background includes treatment with individuals, related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger management, grief and loss concerns. I believe therapy can be a tool to help move clients toward a more balanced life.