Therapists in Midland, MI

Counseling is an opportunity to explore the beautiful, but often messy experience of being human. Suffering is an unavoidable part of life, made much harder by the stories we tell ourselves about who we are. We are bombarded on all sides with messages that we are somehow less than. It is my sincere desire to create a safe space where you are genuinely accepted. A space where you can explore what you would like to change and discover new possibilities.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in play therapy, trauma-focused CBT and EMDR, I have years of experience supporting my clients as they build self-esteem, develop resiliency, learn to regulate their emotions more effectively, and creatively solve their unique problems. As one of few Registered Play Therapists in the region, I also specialize in working with youth. As a parent, seeing your child experience stress, trauma, or conflict can be overwhelming and exhausting. I’m here to help you and your child develop communication skills, work through problems more efficiently, and express emotions in healthy ways.

I am currently welcoming new clients of all ages who are seeking treatment for various conditions and symptoms. I would be a great fit for clients looking to cope with Anxiety, OCD, Insomnia, Perfectionism, Pre/Postnatal Anxiety, Postpartum Depression and the transition to early parenthood. I offer my clients 8 years of experience working as a mental health professional. I believe in the importance of the mind/body connection and incorporate it into the healing process. I use models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Techniques and Parenting Models.

New Pathways founders Jennifer Werries, PhD, LPC, ACS, NCC, EMDR Certified and Thomas Parella, PhD, LPC, and strive to deliver caring, effective treatment in a warm and welcoming environment. Working with a therapist can be a great way to gain new perspectives, explore new options and solutions that may have eluded us, and find ways of getting "unstuck" from situations in which we may have felt helpless. At New Pathways, we view counseling as a collaboration between therapist and client, who work together to understand issues, clarify thoughts and feelings, establish goals, and find ways to achieve a better quality of life.

I hold a M.S. Counseling Psychology with a Concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as a Concentration as a Professional Clinical Counselor. I have a master’s diploma in Intuition Medicine, a system of expanded perception of the world through the development of the human sense of intuition. This includes an integrated study of subtle energy anatomy systems and their connection to the physical anatomical systems.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Michigan. I am currently providing in-person and telemental health services to individuals struggling with ongoing mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief, and more. I work with adolescent and adult populations and utilize both humanistic and cognitive behavioral approaches to counseling which honor an individual’s strengths, build upon existing capabilities, and encourage autonomy.

Empowering Teens and Young Adults to Embrace Their Dreams. Adolescences and young adulthood is a journey filled with opportunity and excitement. What people fail to talk about is what a stressful, confusing, time this can be as well. Self doubt, loneliness and anxiety are also common during this time and you are not alone! Your opinions and feelings matter. If judgment from others didn't exist, what dreams would you reach for? Imagine your life without needing the approval from others. Together, let’s embrace this stage of life, opening doors to opportunities by conquering self-doubt and uncovering your true path!

Hello! I want to see you thrive in your life and embrace the real you. I plan to meet you where you currently need me. Once we have established a relationship, we will begin to dig deeper and tackle any other underlying issues that are aiding in stress. I will challenge you and hold you accountable in regards to your treatment plan and goals that we have established together. I believe in the best of all my clients and love watching them thrive in their daily life. Everyone's life story is different and I am here to aid you along this journey.

Healing starts the moment a person begins to be heard. As a therapist, I take the necessary time to listen to clients, build positive rapport, and explore the barriers and traumas that are causing distress in all aspects of life. It is my goal to ensure people feel safe and comfortable expressing their emotions, problems, and pain in a therapeutic setting. I believe with the right tools and coping mechanisms; healing is within reach and can be achieved. Let's take this journey together.

We don’t always have it together. We often convince ourselves that we have it all together, however we are wounded, stuck, experiencing pain for different reasons. Depression is one issue that shows up and our society is playing a role in this. It’s as if a thief lurks in the depression telling us, “Don’t talk about it.” Isolation comes out of that message robbing us of the lives we were meant to have. Isolation is not where we belong. You don’t have to be stuck even if you don’t know where you are going. This used to be me over the years but, today, I continue to choose to not buy into the lie that I can’t talk about my life.

Note- please call Hyacinth Services directly to schedule. Therapy can be a scary concept for some, but you have taken the first step to work toward becoming your best-self and finding your meaning and purpose. Maneuvering through your daily life is not always easy and there will be bumps along the way, and I'm here to help you overcome these in order to move forward to live a fulfilling life.

Immediate Openings! Being a parent is hard. We understand the unique challenges that parent's face as they adapt to new roles. We specialize in perinatal and women's issues, utilizing a Holistic/Integrative approach to counseling. We provide empathetic care for clients, based on their individual needs. You will feel safe in an environment that will foster exploration and growth. Helping others to live a happy and healthy life is our true passion.

At Hyacinth Clinical Services, we believe in providing high quality care, tailored to your needs and preferences. Our experienced team of therapists will work with you to find a path forward to works for you.

When you experience stressful or traumatic life events, overwhelming emotions can take over and cause you to lose hope. You may feel worried, depressed, or anxious. Your life feels like it has been turned upside down and you wonder if things will ever feel normal again. As a therapist, educator, or other helping professional, you may feel that you are no longer capable of showing up for your clients or students in the way you want. You may be questioning your competence. You are not alone!

You’re defeated, broken, and feeling trapped in your past. Life has not been easy for you and along the way you seem to have lost who you are. The trauma you have experienced is affecting you daily, making you feel helpless. Unable to love yourself you struggle to set and maintain boundaries. The pressure to please others is exhausting and you can't seem to find balance or support in your life. Your history of abuse triggers you to impulsively react- rather than logically respond during difficult situations. You’re looking for guidance to process through all the baggage, uncertainty, and stress.

I have worked in the West Branch community since 2014. I earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from Michigan State University and a Bachelor's in Liberal Studies and Public Agency Service from Northern Arizona University. I offer 21 years of experience working in Community-Based Services and am dedicated to assisting individuals find healing, develop personal empowerment and recovery. My approach is person-centered, compassionate, psychodynamic, eclectic, and solution-focused. I have served in a variety of settings, including a domestic violence and homeless shelter, a substance abuse treatment center, and Community Mental Health.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients. I believe that therapy should be highly collaborative, and that together we can work to address concerns that you bring to treatment. I value client feedback, and work to tailor my approach to each person/family to find what works best for them. This includes tailoring session frequency, therapeutic interventions, and interactional style. I want to be sure that clients feel comfortable with me. For the past 10 years I have worked with clients throughout Central Michigan including in Isabella, Midland, Gratiot, and Ogemaw Counties. Currently offering telehealth services throughout MI.

Not currently accepting new clients. I am a licensed masters level clinical social worker with over 28 years experience providing mental health treatment to children and adults. I have extensive experience treating a multitude of issues, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship conflicts, family issues and mood disorders. I use a variety of approaches, depending on individual needs, to help my clients achieve their goals.

My role as a counselor is to teach skills that people can use to change their lives and to give encouragement, support, and hope, for whatever you are dealing with. What do you want your life to be about? Everything is possible when you learn how to remove the barriers blocking your way to becoming who you really are. I teach specific skills that you will use for the rest of your life.