Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Pontiac, MI

I have discovered in my 30+ years as a therapist that when we get stuck in a certain way of feeling, thinking, or behaving which interferes with our happiness, it is usually rooted in a past historyor perhaps a singular past experience, which traps us in a "programmed" way of being. I work with people to liberate them from these patterns which are often ways that the brain processes these experiences and when they can be reprocessed a person can have a much more functional and happy life. Anxiety, depression and relationship dysfunction can often be healed using these principals.

Mental health is just as important as physical health to our overall well-being. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist and a certified trauma specialist as well as a marriage counselor. I can work with you to develop a wide variety of coping skills to help you work towards your goals of living your best life. Are you noticing mental health symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, anxiety, depression or self-harm? I utilize a humanistic, holistic, strength-based approach to help increase your level of tolerance for dealing with these complicated mental health symptoms. I also offer EMDR for the treatment of complex PTSD.

My ideal clients are humans! Everyone’s life experiences, struggles, past and future matters! I deeply respect your experiences and acknowledge that you are the expert on your own life. Your thoughts, feelings, and insights are important to me, and I approach our work together with warmth and curiosity for your unique perspective. I strive to empower you to trust your instincts, tap into your inner wisdom, and make choices that align with your values and goals. Together, we will collaborate as equal partners, working towards greater self-awareness, growth, and well-being.

Depression can seem scary and lonely. Anxiety may prevent you from having new experiences. Your past trauma may be impacting your ability to trust others. It may be hard for you to convey your emotions or thoughts. My goal is to help individuals not fear past experiences and current emotional states but rather learn from them. Struggling with mental health can be isolating and I would like to provide you with a nonjudgmental, safe-space to help you overcome your struggles while learning tools to help you grow and heal. I also have experience helping couples to communicate more effectively and reestablish intimacy.

Do you experience moods that you have trouble understanding and / or controlling? Do your thoughts or emotions make it challenging to thrive in relationships, work, home, or just life in general? I understand that it can be difficult to cope and enjoy life with these symptoms, and can often be challenging to navigate the healing journey alone. I am a passionate therapist with a specialization in BPD and mood disorders.

Hi! I'm Alix. I am so glad you found my page. Opening up can be a difficult struggle, but I am confident that I provide a safe place where one can be their authentic self. I have an innate ability to listen and make people feel heard. If you’re seeking out therapy, you’re already insightful and someone who may enjoy seeing a therapist. I have worked with adults through challenging life issues and hardships. I'm extremely familiar with various presenting concerns, including but not limited to; major depression, generalized anxiety and panic, ADHD, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and traumatic brain injury.

I work with people who experience emotional distress that they have not been able to resolve. Do you overreact to small things? Feel overwhelmed or lost? Uneasy or resentful? Damaged or broken? Chronic emotional pain shows up in your life in so many ways. Are you ready to not live like this anymore? If you are ready to dig deep, find the root causes of your struggles, and heal them once and for all, please don't wait to contact me and get started!

Just “one last time,” you say to yourself. You have been telling yourself this same lie for years, hoping and praying that this time it will be true. Resisting the urge to check feels so impossible, but it seems like your only option is to give in. The OCD tells you that if you do the ritual just one more time, the anxiety will go away. Although you know logically that your fears are irrational, you cannot stop them, and feelings of panic and dread take over your mind. You crave just a moment of freedom from the grips of the obsession.

Do you feel your mind racing? A constant sense of doom? Feel you need to be perfect? You just cannot "get your act together"? Feel overwhelmed or burnt out? Do you want to have better understanding of your child and feel more empowered as a parent?

My therapeutic approach emphasizes a biopsychosocial approach to wellness and leverages several therapeutic orientations to help my patients change problematic behaviors, feelings, and thoughts and help them make improvements in their life or seek to discover what they are missing in life. My goal is to help you find whatever you are seeking. My current clients would tell you that I am easy to connect with and deeply passionate about helping people reach their personal goals and increase satisfaction in their life. Let me help you find meaning and discover your purpose. I offer expert executive, health, and life coaching $300 hour.

Do you want to discover your worth and value by pouring more acceptance, compassion, and fulfillment into your life? Working together with me will give you the opportunity to process difficult emotions, life's stress and uncertainties and heal inner wounds without doing it alone. You will have an opportunity to experience what it means to love yourself and to increase the love you can share with others. Along the way, you will be able to accomplish your personal goals and develop greater wellness.

Life experiences can sometimes be painful and difficult. Having a counselor to help process the associated emotions can be very helpful. I find that developing a supportive, empathetic, open and honest therapeutic relationship with clients is essential for growth and reflection, and provides an opportunity for you to develop skills to manage challenging thoughts and feelings.

Mind Candi Therapy, where the focus is on you. Let's think about this essential question: "What is important to you and how do you want to live your happiest life?" You have the strength to initiate positive change to lead to a deeper appreciation of yourself and find greater peace in your life. I am here to support you on this rewarding journey towards greater happiness and reduced stress. In therapy you will engage in a meaningful exploration of your challenges, personal values and goals. We will work together to enhance your relationships, help you feel more empowered, and gain greater clarity about the direction of your life.

If you struggle with constant worry, fears or even panic attacks you know that there are times when life can be a challenge. Perhaps a major life change like a death a divorce, a new school or job has left you feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you’ve been using alcohol or drugs to self medicate and are struggling to stop. It could be your adolescent son or daughter is having difficulty navigating the teen years and you think they could benefit from a professional counselor. Whatever your situation there comes a time when you decide struggling through on your own is no longer working.

You feel disconnected from your partner and overwhelmed, the weight of unresolved conflicts heavy on your shoulders. The laughter and support that once came so easily now seem like distant memories, overshadowed by the sting of past events. It isn’t too late, but it’s time to try something new. You’re ready to process and work through everything that has built up between you and your partner and move forward together. This journey is about reconnecting with the foundation that brought you together, to foster a partnership that thrives on encouragement and resilience.

Are you feeling frustrated, perhaps a bit angry? In addition, the feeling that no one understands you or they say the wrong thing to you without thinking of the impact. Dealing with chronic illness and pain is a consistent struggle. Sometimes getting through a day to just support a decent lifestyle is excruciating. The isolation is troubling because a social life feels so out of reach Top that off with a relationship and a healthy sex life seems impossible at the moment. Everyday feels like a marathon of how much can be done while feeling a consistent exhaustion that never goes away. Waking up feeling refreshed seems like a fantasy.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Oakland University. I have been trained in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have experience working in a partial hospitalization program as well as intensive outpatient care for crisis stabilization. My experience of working with individuals, families, and groups has allowed me to help support those of all ages with a variety of different backgrounds.

As a Counseling Psychologist and Certified Trauma Professional, my practice centers on facilitating the transformative journey of healing. I collaborate with clients to co-create a therapeutic environment conducive to exploring and addressing their unique challenges. Utilizing a psychodynamic framework within an integrative approach, I provide a non-judgmental space where clients can navigate issues such as disordered eating, body image concerns, post-traumatic stress, trauma healing, anxiety, and depression.