Emotionally Focused Therapists in Northville, MI

I love working with women/femmes that are ready to start doing the deeper work required to build a life that's fulfilling and in alignment with their authentic selves. If you're overwhelmed by life, stuck in people-pleasing mode, feeling depressed or anxious, struggling with parenting, and/or dissatisfied with your relationships, I can help. I work with my clients to safely yet critically explore their upbringing and past experiences so they can better understand the root of their challenges and better overcome them. We'll work together to identify and change thought & behavior patterns that are no longer serving you!

Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and we all have times when we need extra support in order to deal with the stressors that we are faced with. I help people to better understand their difficulties and to develop coping skills that lead to happier, more fulfilling lives. My background in human resource management and coaching youth sports gives me a unique perspective regarding challenges my clients face at both work and school. Recent events in the world due to the Covid-19 pandemic have led to a significant increase in anxiety and depression. It has changed life for people in unprecedented ways. Therapy can help.

Parenting can include a range of feelings and experiences. Are you struggling to understand, parent and relate to your infant, toddler and young child? Are you out of ideas on how to help your child manage their big feelings and behaviors? Has parenting left you exhausted, overwhelmed or feeling hopeless? Are you experiencing guilt or shame for having these feelings? Let's get you out of that cycle. Your feelings, worries, hopes and dreams are important. And, so are your child's. We can create a space that will support you, your child and their developmental needs. We can work individually or with you and your child together.

I will never forget that terrible feeling that engulfed me. I was 19 years old and struggling just to catch my breath. I couldn't focus on anything but the sheer panic. I was having my first panic attack. It was a trusted therapist who came to my rescue. My therapist turned out to be a lighthouse for me when I was lost. With compassionate guidance she helped me heal and rid myself of the anxiety and panic. I valued what she did so much that it became my goal to also be that lighthouse for others who are drowning.

Rediscover your happiness - or redefine it. Evolve stale relationships; generate meaningful experiences at work; introduce more peace and unity at home. Wherever you are struggling, I help you create a new lense through which you will gain insight into your thought patterns and behaviors and ultimately feel better. I earned my Masters degree in both clinical/community and school counseling, and a Masters degree in secondary education. I taught for 11 years, incorporating much adolescent, group, and family counseling during that time. I have expanded to counseling individuals and couples of all ages, including families.

My blog is my calling card. Healing, positive change, and personal growth from the inside out is not for cowards. Read my blog to understand where I am coming from. Even if you believe you already know "everything" there is to understand about your specific circumstances, guess what? There is always another way to look at what you are struggling through. My job is to come up along side you and assist you in recognizing what you need to learn (and then do!)---as well as what you need to let go of (once and for all!). You will learn how to set yourself free from those chains that bind you. Live in peace, not in pieces anymore.

I am not a normal therapist. I am told that I am gifted at being very intuitive and perceptive so I catch on in a hurry and tend to give a lot of feedback rather than "uh huh and how do you feel about that?' .I am able to break things down into easy to understand language so clients better comprehend their personal issues and ways to heal and to better manage their lives.This is communicated with warmth,compassion,and a sense of humor.I am very active with my clients.

The decision to seek help can be difficult, but choosing to do so, shows incredible strength and willingness to grow, learn and overcome. At times, life can be challenging and while we can't change the past, we can learn to understand and resolve challenges in our present. Therapy can help you to uncover your true potential and lead a life that is more balanced and fulfilling. My passion is centered on helping others to make the changes they desire.

We are all struggling with the impact of COVID-19, our anxiety is high during these uncertain times. As an interactive result-focused therapist I can help you weather this storm and make sense of overwhelming mixed emotions. With over a decade clinical experience, my treatment approach provides support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. My approach utilizes proven treatments including Cognitive- Behavioral therapy and Strength Based therapy. With these treatments I help my clients find solutions to a wide range of challenges including those those related to COVID-19.

Life can be challenging. Finding a therapist that you connect with and trust can be even more challenging. As a thoughtful and empathetic therapist, my job is to provide a safe and welcoming space to focus on deepening the understanding of yourself, together. Therapy is a way of nurturing the process of healing and growth to promote positive change. Growing up in a minority community, I know the struggles of reaching out for support. The most difficult part of your journey is often taking that first step. After you reach out to me, we will work collaboratively to develop a transparent plan for treatment.

Hello and welcome! Seeking help and deciding to begin therapy is an investment in yourself, requiring courage, strength and vulnerability. While working together, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist and provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you can come as you are and experience support, healing and growth. Together we will work to understand how your emotional experiences, relational patterns, and thoughts/behaviors impact your daily life.

Are you feeling out of sorts? Maybe overwhelmed, sad, down, worry too much, hurt too much, and don’t know what do to next? Or maybe you are experiencing deep grief and would like some relief from the relentless tears and sadness. Believe me you are not alone. Remembering times in my life when I did not even know what I was feeling, I felt so isolated, lost and confused. I happened to stumble upon a professional that helped me. Someone that I could trust and felt very comfortable with. I was very hesitant to take this step but somehow I did. It was by far the best thing I have ever done for myself. This is why I became a therapist.

I help adults, couples, and families to finally experience the type of connection and relationships they long for. Many of us can use support in achieving true self-awareness, self-love, and the courage to be authentic; all are required for rich relationships. Through a safe, collaborative environment, I help clients to manage depression & anxiety, process relationship dynamics, heal old wounds, shift their narratives, manage life changes, and feel present. I help couples and families improve communication, improve connection and intimacy, learn how to repair, and work through issues like infidelity, parenting, separation & loss.

My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and utilizes a variety of empirically validated therapeutic techniques. I strive to create a collaborative atmosphere, where clients feel valued and accepted. My aim is to help clients be able to evaluate situations, relationships and behaviors in their lives that are causing stress and assist them in learning how to navigate, manage and cope with them. I believe that every person is unique and has their own set of strengths that can aid in their individual treatment.