Out of Network Therapists in Livonia, MI

Life can quickly become overwhelming and if you have found yourself feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious in your life, I am here to help. I currently provide online counseling throughout the state of Michigan to support the treatment of anxiety, depression, stress, difficult childhood experiences, life transitions, and perfectionism. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and strive to empower a sense of belonging and understanding. Helping is my passion and my goal is to work alongside you to find relief from your struggles .

Counseling is a special opportunity to serve others in a manner specific to their background, needs, and interests. Achieving one’s counseling objectives is predicated on my working partnership with clients and their commitment to meet personal, professional, academic, social, or spiritual goals. Sometimes the biggest adversaries to one’s progress are doubts and fears rooted in internal and/or external conflict. These obstacles can slow you down and may even leave you stagnant for a time. I'm here to help you get unstuck and support you through a counseling process that may be challenging but also life changing!

Personal growth, more satisfying relationships and a greater sense of peace and enjoyment are areas that CAN improve with effort and where therapy CAN help. Struggling with life's challenges sometimes requires a professional point of view and therapy CAN help. I bring an interactive approach to the therapeutic relationship where family members, significant others are always welcome. Having a comfortable place to explore these areas in our lives where we may need to learn and practice acceptance or make personal changes is most important . This is a primary goal and one that will lead to a brighter place.

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 am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 11 years of experience. I work with women & girls who have experienced significant trauma or who are struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety. I work best with clients who are committed to the healing process & comfortable with telehealth. I specialize in integrated health, perinatal health/ women's health, body positivity & self-esteem. I especially enjoy working with frontline healthcare providers including doctors, nurses & other helping professionals (other therapists).

We all have the capacity for emotional healing. My role is to help each client overcome their own barriers and foster their own path to inner healing. As both a young girl and woman, I experienced my own emotional struggles and I know what it is like to feel hopeless and lost. Connection and feeling safe in therapy is vital before any changes can occur. Ensuring that clients feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings is my first priority. Treatment is tailored to each individual client. Therefore, I will use varied approaches until we find your best fit.

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.

Counseling for all ages. Insurance accepted.

Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.

Is your child bright but falling behind? Is she disorganized and emotionally intense? Are you struggling with your own emotional intensities? I specialize in the social emotional needs of gifted and twice exceptional individuals. I also understand that learning differences impact the development of all individuals whether their differences result in the need for special education or gifted programming. My unique background not only includes training and experience working with individuals on their psychological needs, but also includes a strong background in Sensory Processing Dysfunction.

Life is meant to enjoy the expected experiences and push through the unexpected experiences without loosing ourselves. I want you to feel good again, take back control over your own life and experience peace. Together we work through each and every area of your life, coping with your current feelings, moving past negativity and inviting and creating a positive outlook and future that will foster long-term happiness and ultimately peace of mind. My clients will have exclusive access to therapeutic podcast to learn of various issues on a broader scale, offering continued care after Care.

Our clinicians offer advanced knowledge through their dedication to continued education in their fields of interest.

Life is hard, and we all experience life differently. We have gone through a lot over the past few years, and moving forward is not always simple. In addition, finding the right therapist to help you navigate through challenges can be extremely difficult. I believe every relationship is different, and I make it a priority to have a healthy therapeutic connection with every single one of my clients.

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!

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.

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.

By addressing women's issues through feminist theory and humanistic psychology, my practice focuses on the woman's experience. By nurturing connections that can encourage recovery from chronic PTSD, trauma, sexual assault, general burnout, caretaking burnout, generalized anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and hopelessness, I can help you find your Inner badass. The pressure for women to perform at the highest levels in all aspects of their lives is at a breaking point. The emotional costs are very high! It has an impact on all relationships. I can help you say No to the things you feel obligated to do.

My approach comes with an understanding that people are multifaceted. When challenges arise, there is no cookie-cutter fix for the situation you may be facing as you are unique, and your therapy should be tailored to your needs. Talking about difficult matters can be hard, but it can be a little easier when you know you have someone you can trust to discuss them with. I come to sessions with the goal of being supportive, resourceful, authentic, and empathetic since building rapport is crucial to the therapeutic alliance.