BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Livonia, MI

Children face challenges and stresses everyday; sometimes, these can become too much to handle alone. Particularly during this stressful time, effective treatment and support are necessary AND accessible through online therapy. Our treatment orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a short-term, goal-oriented, and effective approach. We enjoy collaborating with schools (if indicated) to provide a well-rounded intervention. We offer excellent, research-based teletherapy for kids, adolescents, and families. Call today to find out more about how we can help your child and family thrive!

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.

Providing telehealth sessions, I strive to provide my clients with a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for self-exploration. I believe in a collaborative approach where we join together to understand the sources of pain, fear, and unhappiness and to make changes that will create a more empowered, meaningful and fulfilling life. While "symptom relief" is a priority early in treatment, I attempt to get to know people well enough to guide them into insights regarding the causes of their troubles.

"I specialize in treating all types of addictions and the common co-occurring disorders that are prevalent in the addicted individual. These common co-occurring disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and anger management. I have successfully treated hundreds of individuals, groups, and families.that possess a wide range of addictions and mental disorders. These substance abuse addictions/disorders includes benzodiazepines, opiates, alcohol, heroin, pornography, amphetamines, and gambling. I believe that anyone can recover from these addictions and use a wide variety of approaches to help the addicted individual. reach their goal of long-term sobriety."

We all reach times in our lives where we feel overwhelmed, when it feels the dust just will not settle and we feel stuck. Being able to put a voice to your struggles and finding a neutral space for that voice to land is key; that is where I come in. My goal as a therapist is to help you realize your potential for positive change in a safe and supportive environment. I come from a client-centered, insight-oriented approach, aimed at meeting the client in their present situation.

If you are struggling with sexual issues, particularly in areas of pelvic pain, low desire, difficulty reaching orgasm, or erectile dysfunction, I may be able to help you. I have experience with treating these issues and have seen many successful cases resolve through sex therapy. I see both individuals and couples. I also work with anxiety and depression, post traumatic stress resulting from sexual abuse.

Understanding and insight are keys to growth and change. We work together with clients to bring about healing, change in behavior, and new perspectives. We are a group of more than 80 psychologists and licensed psychotherapists, with offices in 14 locations, who share a passion for helping others in their journey toward personal growth. Some journeys are brief, others take more time. Under the clinical direction of Franklin Sollars, PhD, LP, our therapists offer confidential and caring treatment for a variety of concerns and issues. We offer treatment to clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults and elders.

Welcome! My name is Selwyn Swanston and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience working in therapeutic settings. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I offer a warm, relaxing, caring, and non-judgmental approach to counseling. This approach fosters trust and motivates my clients to strive to achieve the goals they have in mind for themselves.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I completed my doctorate in school and clinical child psychology at Yeshiva University/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. My work has focused primarily on children, adolescents and families. I have experience working in therapeutic schools, hospitals and outpatient clinics. I also spent years working in sleep research. I am trained in evidence-based treatments for children and adolescents with a variety of presenting concerns.

When developing a counseling relationship my clients, I often take time to get to know them and focus on what is important to them. As we journey together we often discover the root of their concerns which eventually leads to true and lasting healing.

Do you find fulfillment in your relationships? 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.

I specialize in insight-oriented therapy that focuses on coping skills, relational patterns, client strengths, and supportive reflection. My areas of expertise include relational problems, divorce, anxiety, depression, gifted adults/adolescents, trauma, sexual assault, abuse, and coping with chronic disease. I enjoy developing working relationships with my clients that allow them to explore their lives and develop new insights that lead to positive growth and change.

Are you struggling to control your anxiety? Always sure something bad is going to happen? Are you constantly worried about things such as health, money, family, work, or school? Life can be overwhelming and painful, but you don’t have to “tough it out” alone. Life is too short to let trauma control us or be anxious all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and to find meaning/purpose in all areas of your life. I can help you find healing and understanding in desperate situations while enjoying the process as much as possible.