Adoption Therapists in Livonia, MI
Christine Carrothers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48151 (Online Only)
Specific areas of expertise include adoption, transracial identity, and traumatic grief.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.
Specific areas of expertise include adoption, transracial identity, and traumatic grief.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.
Pamala Topp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP-II, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150
I also treat mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger/impulse control, grief & loss, adoption and relationship issues.
My aim is to work with clients who struggle with feeling disconnected from themselves, others, and are anxious, overwhelmed, uncertain about how they are supposed to manage all the aspects of their lives. When we push our needs aside to without taking time for yourself, this can lead to frustration, resentment, anxiety, depression and stress. I work with you to be able to resolve the barriers that are keeping you from living a full and meaningful life.
I also treat mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger/impulse control, grief & loss, adoption and relationship issues.
My aim is to work with clients who struggle with feeling disconnected from themselves, others, and are anxious, overwhelmed, uncertain about how they are supposed to manage all the aspects of their lives. When we push our needs aside to without taking time for yourself, this can lead to frustration, resentment, anxiety, depression and stress. I work with you to be able to resolve the barriers that are keeping you from living a full and meaningful life.
In my therapy room, YOU guide the direction for our sessions. You’ll have a safe and judgment-free space to open up about things you wouldn’t discuss with even your closest friends. Common topics of exploration include life history, attachments, survival mechanisms, biology, and intergenerational trauma. We will also discuss daily stressors and develop coping skills. I use an integrative approach mostly using the following modalities to guide sessions: psychodynamic, IFS, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral, biological and mindfulness. I received a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University.
In my therapy room, YOU guide the direction for our sessions. You’ll have a safe and judgment-free space to open up about things you wouldn’t discuss with even your closest friends. Common topics of exploration include life history, attachments, survival mechanisms, biology, and intergenerational trauma. We will also discuss daily stressors and develop coping skills. I use an integrative approach mostly using the following modalities to guide sessions: psychodynamic, IFS, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral, biological and mindfulness. I received a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University.
We are a group of compassionate psychologists and licensed psychotherapists under the supervision of Stephanie Williams, PhD, LP who are dedicated to helping clients on their journey through life's multiple challenges. We strive to empower clients and to help them find their own personal path to self-fulfillment. Our goal is to assist clients in getting to the root of their challenges to make lasting changes in their lives and to help them help themselves over a lifetime. We believe it is never too late to accomplish your life goals.
We are a group of compassionate psychologists and licensed psychotherapists under the supervision of Stephanie Williams, PhD, LP who are dedicated to helping clients on their journey through life's multiple challenges. We strive to empower clients and to help them find their own personal path to self-fulfillment. Our goal is to assist clients in getting to the root of their challenges to make lasting changes in their lives and to help them help themselves over a lifetime. We believe it is never too late to accomplish your life goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ?Allow me to help you find NEW DIRECTIONS toward PERSONAL, RELATIONAL and SPIRITUAL WHOLENESS. I am passionate to work with INDIVIDUALS and COUPLES to find fulfillment in life. I have a special interest in RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING, as well as WOMEN issues such as depression, anxiety, abuse or parenting issues. My desire is to empower you emotionally and cognitively so you can take control over your life's difficulties. My main goal is to help you explore new strategies to turn today's emotional and spiritual struggles into life-long victories.
Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ?Allow me to help you find NEW DIRECTIONS toward PERSONAL, RELATIONAL and SPIRITUAL WHOLENESS. I am passionate to work with INDIVIDUALS and COUPLES to find fulfillment in life. I have a special interest in RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING, as well as WOMEN issues such as depression, anxiety, abuse or parenting issues. My desire is to empower you emotionally and cognitively so you can take control over your life's difficulties. My main goal is to help you explore new strategies to turn today's emotional and spiritual struggles into life-long victories.
Asking for help can be incredibly difficult, but I'd like to help change that. For years, my personal mission has been to bring hope to those who are hurting. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, trapped, helpless or lost after a loss? Or maybe you feel anxious, angry, ashamed, stressed, or depressed while navigating a difficult life transition. You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. I have years of experience guiding people through grief and loss through individual therapy, facilitating support groups, developing bereavement programs, and speaking at seminars, trainings, and events throughout Southeastern Michigan.
Asking for help can be incredibly difficult, but I'd like to help change that. For years, my personal mission has been to bring hope to those who are hurting. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, trapped, helpless or lost after a loss? Or maybe you feel anxious, angry, ashamed, stressed, or depressed while navigating a difficult life transition. You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. I have years of experience guiding people through grief and loss through individual therapy, facilitating support groups, developing bereavement programs, and speaking at seminars, trainings, and events throughout Southeastern Michigan.
Branches Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCAC, CCTP, CCATP, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48154
PREFERRED PROVIDER for all Livonia Police, Fire, & City Employees (EAP). At Branches, you will find expert therapists, a sliding fee scale, & evening hours. Our practice holds the belief that each individual brings valuable & unique contributions to the therapeutic process so that your therapy is always tailored to meet your individual needs. Our therapists have expertise in Anxiety, Trauma, Grief & Integrative Medicine. Our experienced therapists are State Board Certified and are trained to walk with you through the struggle to a solution that works best for you. Take time for you and experience the healing that you deserve.
PREFERRED PROVIDER for all Livonia Police, Fire, & City Employees (EAP). At Branches, you will find expert therapists, a sliding fee scale, & evening hours. Our practice holds the belief that each individual brings valuable & unique contributions to the therapeutic process so that your therapy is always tailored to meet your individual needs. Our therapists have expertise in Anxiety, Trauma, Grief & Integrative Medicine. Our experienced therapists are State Board Certified and are trained to walk with you through the struggle to a solution that works best for you. Take time for you and experience the healing that you deserve.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
Vanessa Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, -C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150 (Online Only)
Behavioral Health Consultants, LLC seeks to improve day-to-day functioning by addressing psychosocial barriers and specific dynamics that necessitate therapeutic intervention.Vanessa has worked as a clinical therapist addressing specialty areas to include crisis intervention, trauma focused intervention, risk assessment and family skill building. For the past 10 years she's worked with survivors of sexual abuse as well as individuals overcoming adverse childhood experiences. She has a significant amount of clinical experience working with individuals battling depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders.
Behavioral Health Consultants, LLC seeks to improve day-to-day functioning by addressing psychosocial barriers and specific dynamics that necessitate therapeutic intervention.Vanessa has worked as a clinical therapist addressing specialty areas to include crisis intervention, trauma focused intervention, risk assessment and family skill building. For the past 10 years she's worked with survivors of sexual abuse as well as individuals overcoming adverse childhood experiences. She has a significant amount of clinical experience working with individuals battling depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders.
Brittany Dickey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48154
Are you ready to start your healing journey, and improve your current level of functioning? I'm passionate about supporting individuals on their journey of acceptance, finding clarity, and working toward wellness, and finding inner peace. Each client has a unique experience which requires a unique client-centered approach. I specialize in a variety of issues such as anger, depression, and suicidal ideation, and will work with you to identify the root cause.
Are you ready to start your healing journey, and improve your current level of functioning? I'm passionate about supporting individuals on their journey of acceptance, finding clarity, and working toward wellness, and finding inner peace. Each client has a unique experience which requires a unique client-centered approach. I specialize in a variety of issues such as anger, depression, and suicidal ideation, and will work with you to identify the root cause.
At Collaborative Health Center (CHC), collaboration with our clients and community is one of our core values; it's so important to us that we put it in our name. From your first contact with our supportive administrative staff to your last session with one of our skilled therapists, you will be an equal partner in the treatment process. Your therapist will utilize a wealth of knowledge, training, and expertise to guide you toward your goals while centering you as the expert on your own feelings and experiences. Our therapists welcome collaboration with other professionals, such as your psychiatrist or dietitian, whenever needed.
At Collaborative Health Center (CHC), collaboration with our clients and community is one of our core values; it's so important to us that we put it in our name. From your first contact with our supportive administrative staff to your last session with one of our skilled therapists, you will be an equal partner in the treatment process. Your therapist will utilize a wealth of knowledge, training, and expertise to guide you toward your goals while centering you as the expert on your own feelings and experiences. Our therapists welcome collaboration with other professionals, such as your psychiatrist or dietitian, whenever needed.
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I focus on the connectedness among developmental, social, relational, and cultural factors. I have experience working with a diverse population of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with clients dealing with many different issues. I have worked with clients from a myriad of racial and ethnic backgrounds but have focused experience working with Black and Native American clients striving to work through race-related stress and racial identity concerns. I work with sexual identity and gender identity concerns (e.g., trans, questioning, gender non-conforming).
I focus on the connectedness among developmental, social, relational, and cultural factors. I have experience working with a diverse population of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with clients dealing with many different issues. I have worked with clients from a myriad of racial and ethnic backgrounds but have focused experience working with Black and Native American clients striving to work through race-related stress and racial identity concerns. I work with sexual identity and gender identity concerns (e.g., trans, questioning, gender non-conforming).
Orchard Lake Family & Couples Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48150 (Online Only)
Immediate openings! As a therapist specializing in family therapy, I am passionate about fostering strong, resilient relationships and creating supportive environments where relationships can thrive. My journey into this field began with a deep-rooted desire to facilitate healing and enhance the quality of relationships within families and between partners. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe space where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges together.
Immediate openings! As a therapist specializing in family therapy, I am passionate about fostering strong, resilient relationships and creating supportive environments where relationships can thrive. My journey into this field began with a deep-rooted desire to facilitate healing and enhance the quality of relationships within families and between partners. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe space where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges together.
Get the life you deserve and more; it’s waiting for you, and I’m here to help. I love my job! I love assisting people to make fundamental, healthy changes in their lives every day. Change is hard, and it requires regular consistency. Coming to counseling takes bravery, and I see that. It won’t be my job to give you all the answers because you know yourself better than I do! I want to give you your power back, not create dependency and show you that you do have all the answers. I will help guide you to think creatively and act intentionally, without judgment, and to help clarify what you really desire.
Get the life you deserve and more; it’s waiting for you, and I’m here to help. I love my job! I love assisting people to make fundamental, healthy changes in their lives every day. Change is hard, and it requires regular consistency. Coming to counseling takes bravery, and I see that. It won’t be my job to give you all the answers because you know yourself better than I do! I want to give you your power back, not create dependency and show you that you do have all the answers. I will help guide you to think creatively and act intentionally, without judgment, and to help clarify what you really desire.
Kristin Rosales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150
Kristin has a wide array of experience and is a highly regarded and knowledgeable clinician. She works with children, youth, and families using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client and family. She's been providing high-quality services for over 10 years. Kristin assists clients coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and sexual trauma. She utilizes a blend of Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy while also incorporating elements of DBT and CBT. These advanced methods promote healing and desired change in a unique, gentle and respectful manner.
Kristin has a wide array of experience and is a highly regarded and knowledgeable clinician. She works with children, youth, and families using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client and family. She's been providing high-quality services for over 10 years. Kristin assists clients coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and sexual trauma. She utilizes a blend of Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy while also incorporating elements of DBT and CBT. These advanced methods promote healing and desired change in a unique, gentle and respectful manner.
As owner of Transcendence Behavioral Health, my personal mission is to provide a safe place for diverse people to find compassionate, caring and effective treatment for emotional challenges. My highest priority is to have each client be treated with the care I would wish to receive if I were myself a client. I strive to help people get to the root of their challenges for resolution of their pain to achieve life-long healing and recovery.
As owner of Transcendence Behavioral Health, my personal mission is to provide a safe place for diverse people to find compassionate, caring and effective treatment for emotional challenges. My highest priority is to have each client be treated with the care I would wish to receive if I were myself a client. I strive to help people get to the root of their challenges for resolution of their pain to achieve life-long healing and recovery.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I have over 30 years of experience working with children and families. In addition, I am a certified EMDR therapist working with all ages. My career has focused on supporting children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds with issues related to learning difficulties, attachment disorders, sensory integration disorders, adolescent issues and anxiety. As a result I have a wealth of experience in assessment, Autism, ADHD, crisis management, depression, divorce, family and parenting issues, grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, positive behavior support and modification, problem solving, and stress reduction and management.
I have over 30 years of experience working with children and families. In addition, I am a certified EMDR therapist working with all ages. My career has focused on supporting children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds with issues related to learning difficulties, attachment disorders, sensory integration disorders, adolescent issues and anxiety. As a result I have a wealth of experience in assessment, Autism, ADHD, crisis management, depression, divorce, family and parenting issues, grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, positive behavior support and modification, problem solving, and stress reduction and management.
Anya Lynn Scarborough, LMSW, SEP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, LMSW
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48150
After being a psychotherapist for 30 years, learning and growing on the journey, I now am passionate about supporting my clients to open to learning about all the aspects of themselves, dark and light, and bringing love and acceptance to it all. It is here that we find true happiness and purpose. Through awareness, we find our way to ceasing judgement and the eternal push to find happiness outside of ourselves.. And as we learn to be in the present moment, we develop valuable skills for self regulation and resilience, freeing us to live the life of our dreams.
After being a psychotherapist for 30 years, learning and growing on the journey, I now am passionate about supporting my clients to open to learning about all the aspects of themselves, dark and light, and bringing love and acceptance to it all. It is here that we find true happiness and purpose. Through awareness, we find our way to ceasing judgement and the eternal push to find happiness outside of ourselves.. And as we learn to be in the present moment, we develop valuable skills for self regulation and resilience, freeing us to live the life of our dreams.
"There are just some times in life when it can often help to talk." I have twenty-five years of experience in providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and older adolescents. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be an opportunity to identify issues, thoughts and behaviors that may cause distress for someone in their life and relationships. I believe that a deepened and thoughtful understanding of the self offers the possibility of new choices and healthy choices that can enhance personal peace and contentment.
"There are just some times in life when it can often help to talk." I have twenty-five years of experience in providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and older adolescents. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be an opportunity to identify issues, thoughts and behaviors that may cause distress for someone in their life and relationships. I believe that a deepened and thoughtful understanding of the self offers the possibility of new choices and healthy choices that can enhance personal peace and contentment.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.