Family Therapy in Rochester, MI

Relationship problems tend to bring self-doubt, loneliness, and sadness. You (and your partner or spouse) may feel alone, but in therapy you are not alone. You can talk with someone who listens instead of giving advice. Therapists listen closely to your complaints - to your discomfort, hurt, or confusion - while supporting the core values you cherish. We will join your quest to save the marriage (relationship), and have seen success with others, but there are no guarantees. Counseling can help people see themselves in a new way. Solutions tend to show up as you explore problems in a safe place (safe but also challenging).

At A Compass Within Personal Consulting, we believe individuals have the ability to attain self-fulfillment and the right to the highest quality of care. We provide a warm, professional atmosphere where rigorous measures are taken to maintain our clients' the privacy. Our clinicians are trained in numerous modalities and evidence-based practices that have been shown to be effective in treating a variety of presenting concerns. If you are looking for a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere to discuss life's challenges, or you require enhanced discretion because of your unique circumstances, ACW will always strive to accommodate your needs.

I believe we all have the ability to live happy, fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. Sometimes relationship problems, grief, past trauma or just our own misconceptions about ourselves can contribute to our unhappiness. We may be compassionate with our friends and family , but not so much with ourself. I believe the role of a therapist is to help guide the client with objective and empathetic listening and non-judgmental suggestions. Sometimes you may need a reality check, and other times all you may need is a reinforcing message that you are on the right track with your thoughts, beliefs and actions.

Have you found yourself in a place where you have followed all of the rules, done the things that you were taught to do, and found yourself in the reality of not feeling happy or fulfilled? Have you strived for the best and achieved a family , home, job—and yet there is still something that is not good enough? You have made the decision to begin looking into these discrepancies, and that little nudge is your inner knowing that something is off. You’re ready to listen to your needs, wants, and desires but putting them into action is daunting. I believe that by getting quiet and tapping into our inner wisdom, healing and growth occur.

I have received positive feedback from clients who initially were skeptical about their ability to make changes within themselves or in their lives. They were pleasantly surprised to experience some "in depth healing" and establish a sense of hope for themselves and their future.

If you are having difficulties feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, stuck or are looking to make some changes in yourself, I offer a place where you won’t get interrupted, where a genuine, caring person will give you the space to hear yourself tell your unique story and to empathize with you. Whatever unwanted thoughts, feelings, or behaviors you may be experiencing, I am here to help. Working together, you have the opportunity to process difficult emotions, life's uncertainties, and heal inner wounds without having to be alone.

Your relationship is hurting. You are hurting. You’re not happy and you’re not sure where things went wrong, but the relationship doesn’t feel like it used to. What happened to the fun, the connection, the passion, the intimacy and the love? You’ve tried to fix things, but you and the relationship need help. You’ve gone through hard and traumatic experiences in your life. You’ve tried and tried to move on, to push through – to not let it affect you, but it feels like you’re still fighting each day to not let it drag you down. You’re in the right place for hope and to point your life and your relationships in a new better direction.

At North Oakland Counseling our mission is to: 1-Improve your communication skills so you can deepen your connection in marriage and other relationships. 2-Provide you with tools to cope effectively with stress and experience relief from anxiety and depression. 3-Help you control & manage obsessive-compulsive behaviors. 4-Work with you through grief and emptiness so you are able to transform hopelessness and helplessness into joy and happiness. 5- Help you manage anger & recover from abuse, trauma, & addictions. 6-Increase your sense of personal integrity consciously and subconsciously so you can begin to experience more life contentment and more authentic self.

We serve adolescent and adult clients who may be struggling with any number of problems. Our measured, thoughtful approach to assessment and treatment planning helps to ensure that all clients are presented with treatment options that are well-suited to meet their needs. Through a careful and comprehensive assessment process, we will help you develop a deep understanding of the concerns that brought you to therapy. We will then discuss the available treatment options with you so you may choose the best option for you. You and your therapist will partner to develop a customized plan to help you achieve an optimal treatment outcome.

Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. Everyone has a past and carries some form of baggage with them. The issues from the past that remain unresolved impact multiple areas of our lives from our personal contentment to our interpersonal relationships. Once a client understands the underlying cause of their anxiety, depression, hurt, fears, etc., they can come to a place of acceptance and move forward minimizing the impact these issues have on the present. Our goal is to help each client find healing in order to live fully and authentically in the present.

I have I have been in private practice for almost 30 years. I see clients ages five and up for individual, group, couples and family counseling. I specialize in substance abuse and my agency is licensed by the state of Michigan. I provide the full range of mental health counseling, substance abuse services, screening and assessments, DLAD evaluations, alcohol safety education courses and drug testing. I accept most insurances and provide a warm and safe counseling environment.

Life surely isn't easy in today's ever changing world. Do you wish you had a safe, nonjudgmental person you can trust to help you regain focus, plan, problem solve, and get in touch with your true self? Together we can walk through the issues facing you. Using a client centered, creative approach combining both traditional talk therapy and experiential activities, I will help you find your own voice, access your inner strengths, and take action to create the life you want. We'll explore your personal decision making process in a way that affirms who you are, and who you want to be. Let me share what I have learned makes it better

Providing a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment allows my clients to begin exploring the life challenges they are facing. Life can be hard and often very lonely. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. With compassion and respect, I listen carefully and without judgement. I use an interactive approach by involving my clients in problem solving and finding solutions that best fit their needs. It takes courage to reach out for help. Although change is difficult, I invite you to allow me to provide guidance, support and encouragement as you explore these changes in order to achieve a more satisfying and peaceful life.

Helping people is my passion. My life's work is helping people through their difficult life problems and assist them in gaining skills to better cope with life's turmoils and tribulations. I work with a wide variety of clientele, while using a wide range of therapy techniques. My clientele consists mostly of adolescents and adults doing individual and couple/ family therapy .

Taking the first steps in finding a therapist can be an intimidating experience for many people. Over the past twenty years as a Clinical Psychologist, I have been sensitive to my client's personal process of building rapport and trust. It is crucial to provide a space in which my client feels safe to share his/her personal life challenges without judgment, shame, or embarrassment.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy . With over 15 years experience as a psychotherapist, and as a graduate of Oakland University's Masters of Counseling program, I am currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients.