Adults Therapists in Livonia, MI

Have you felt anxiety? Had trouble setting boundaries or struggled with second-guessing yourself? I specialize in working with adults who want to address how their childhood attachment and family of origin traumas manifest themself today. I know that people are made up of fascinating stories just waiting to be heard. I am passionate about creating a space for you to be seen and heard, by providing a therapeutic relationship that is safe, non-judgmental, and that empowers you to work through the past and present to become the person you want to be.

I take a holistic approach to counseling, evaluating the whole person from both their inner and outer characteristics. I believe both clinical and the spiritual dynamics of therapy go hand and hand, working in conjunction one with the other, it is from this idea that my therapeutic approach derives. I understand everyone may not share this idea or have this understanding, I will provide effective therapy to each case according to its uniqueness and needs. I seek to provide service with clinical professional competence, through a spirit of acceptance, empathy, compassion and respect for those I service.

Starting therapy can be daunting, but you don’t have to go through it alone. My goal as a therapist is to foster a safe, non-judgmental space that allows you to gain insight into your presenting concerns and facilitates progress towards a healthy, meaningful life. Therapy is not one size fits all. I believe in an integrative collaborative counseling approach, pulling from a variety of evidence based research that tailors treatment to each individual’s preferences, values, and goals.

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan with a double major in Psychology and Sociology and Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Wayne State University. I use a Person-Centered approach and pride myself on being down to earth and easy to talk to in what I refer to as my "judgment free zone". I understand how hard it can be to open up to a stranger with very personal issues. I believe I have a natural ability to make my clients feel comfortable and safe while supporting them to have the courage to share their story with me. I have over 14 years of counseling experience in a wide variety of areas.

I provide clients a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to explore all aspects of themselves. I view therapy as a collaborative process, working together to promote self awareness through internal exploration. I believe that people achieve lasting change by allowing themselves to uncover and "let go" of past experiences that affect emotional reactions today. In addition to identifying internal obstacles that hinder one's success- such as anxiety, depression, relationship, addiction or self-esteem challenges- therapy is a tool used to foster personal growth and help with decision making.

Shelley Bultje LMSW received her undergraduate and Masters degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She has experience working with children, adolescence, and families on an array of diagnoses and difficulties. Her specialties include working with transitional age youth (i.e. teens/young adults ) and survivors of trauma. Shelley is passionate and devoted to working with young people, helping them feel empowered as they navigate through a critical and challenging stage of development.

Life throws us challenges and obstacles that seem to turn our world upside down, but you don't have to go through it alone. I have experience as an outpatient clinical social worker working with adults . I have worked primarily in oncology, but also support those living with anxiety, depression, and those going through life and/or relationship transitions.

Congratulations on making it this far! Asking for help can be scary and overwhelming, but I'm here to help. I like to take an integrated and client-centered approach to counseling, tailoring each person’s treatment to best fit their unique life experience and goals. I seek to provide a safe place where you can be your authentic self and experience empathy, understanding, respect and confidentiality. My main focus is to increase knowledge, insight and confidence in your ability to make and maintain positive changes as well as develop skills and resiliency.

Therapy can be intimidating, so my number one priority is to provide an environment of safety and trust, where you can just be yourself. I focus on providing a safe, caring, and nonjudgmental environment, supporting you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life.

Sometimes it is difficult to accept help and support from the people that care about us the most. Seeking mental health services can be a stressful process but I am here to guide you every step of the way to a safe and welcoming environment. I differentiate treatment based on the unique needs of my clients. I will meet you where you are and help you establish the goals you want to achieve with sustained support. My approach in therapy includes Humanistic and Cognitive-Behavioral therapeutic interventions. I focus on the parts that will bring you the most fulfillment in your life and align you with your most authentic self.

Counseling for all ages. Insurance accepted.

I am the owner of Tacoma & Associates, P.C., where we believe that by providing a safe and confidential environment for our patients, we allow them to process their thoughts and feelings openly, without concern for judgment. We have 5 incredibly trained psychologist/psychotherapists who provide specialized care to a range of ages and mental health needs; from children with separation anxiety, ADHD or grief/loss issues, to adolescents with life transition struggles, school/interpersonal stress, anxiety or depression, to adults with relationship issues, life transition questions, depression, anxiety or work stress and beyond.