Therapists in Royal Oak, MI

If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, you don’t have to manage everything alone, I’m here to help. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who can support you in exploring barriers, behaviors, and thought patterns that are keeping you feeling stuck. I work to create a warm and empathic space that allows you to feel heard and understood. I take a client centered and feminist approach. Together we can work to identify meaningful goals, build awareness of your strengths and capabilities, develop effective coping skills, and cultivate hope.

Imagine the perfect day, blue skies and the warmth of the sun, cascading across your shoulders. You breathe in the fresh air and feel a weight has been released as you exhale. This is the day you have been waiting for, a day worthy of smiling, a day dedicated just to you. You have identified your triggers and are learning to cope with your: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns or physical pain getting in the way of you leading your best, authentic life. Time seems slower and you feel more present and are mindful of the importance of the present moment.
Imagine the perfect day, blue skies and the warmth of the sun, cascading across your shoulders. You breathe in the fresh air and feel a weight has been released as you exhale. This is the day you have been waiting for, a day worthy of smiling, a day dedicated just to you. You have identified your triggers and are learning to cope with your: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns or physical pain getting in the way of you leading your best, authentic life. Time seems slower and you feel more present and are mindful of the importance of the present moment.

Tricia Cassady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48067
No matter how hard you try, you can’t show up in your life the way you imagine and intend to. You fantasize about your ideal life, but unhealthy patterns keep you from showing up for yourself and those you care about in ways that don’t align with your values. It’s difficult for you to be present, which causes disruption in all areas of your life and increases your anxiety. You feel ashamed of your reaction to stress, which makes you feel lonely and disconnected. You know you need to prioritize yourself and set boundaries, but you’re fearful that this might cause another disruption, which is just too overwhelming.
No matter how hard you try, you can’t show up in your life the way you imagine and intend to. You fantasize about your ideal life, but unhealthy patterns keep you from showing up for yourself and those you care about in ways that don’t align with your values. It’s difficult for you to be present, which causes disruption in all areas of your life and increases your anxiety. You feel ashamed of your reaction to stress, which makes you feel lonely and disconnected. You know you need to prioritize yourself and set boundaries, but you’re fearful that this might cause another disruption, which is just too overwhelming.

Katherine Gorncy
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Not accepting new clients
Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee, and let’s talk. Have you been feeling anxious? Have you been overwhelmed navigating life’s ups and downs? I want to help you achieve the life changes you’re looking for, and help you focus on putting your needs first. I’ll help you learn about yourself, and I’ll bring in some humor and joy too, so you can enjoy this journey as much as possible. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and big life adjustments (career changes, chronic illnesses, grief, relationships, and more).
Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee, and let’s talk. Have you been feeling anxious? Have you been overwhelmed navigating life’s ups and downs? I want to help you achieve the life changes you’re looking for, and help you focus on putting your needs first. I’ll help you learn about yourself, and I’ll bring in some humor and joy too, so you can enjoy this journey as much as possible. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and big life adjustments (career changes, chronic illnesses, grief, relationships, and more).

Blaina Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! It takes an immense amount of courage to seek out therapy. When we experience trauma or hardship, our nervous systems have to figure out how to survive. Sometimes that adaptation may look like people-pleasing, restlessness, dissociation, anxiety, over-functioning, or depression (to name a few). Therapy involves identifying your learned responses that may have helped you survive, but are no longer serving you in your present life. We will work to sit alongside those unwanted patterns and make space for new ones that better serve where you want to be.
Welcome! It takes an immense amount of courage to seek out therapy. When we experience trauma or hardship, our nervous systems have to figure out how to survive. Sometimes that adaptation may look like people-pleasing, restlessness, dissociation, anxiety, over-functioning, or depression (to name a few). Therapy involves identifying your learned responses that may have helped you survive, but are no longer serving you in your present life. We will work to sit alongside those unwanted patterns and make space for new ones that better serve where you want to be.

Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the State of Michigan. I received my Undergraduate Degree from Hampton University in Hampton, VA and my Graduate Degree from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI and have been practicing for over 25 years.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the State of Michigan. I received my Undergraduate Degree from Hampton University in Hampton, VA and my Graduate Degree from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI and have been practicing for over 25 years.

I have worked with couples in my marriage and relationship counseling and workshop practice for well over 30 years. I know the ups and downs of marriage and relationships from personal and professional experience. I have learned, practiced and taught couples the tools and strategies to have happy and healthy relationships. I am inviting you to schedule a complimentary telephone consultation with me to discuss how I can help both of you.
I have worked with couples in my marriage and relationship counseling and workshop practice for well over 30 years. I know the ups and downs of marriage and relationships from personal and professional experience. I have learned, practiced and taught couples the tools and strategies to have happy and healthy relationships. I am inviting you to schedule a complimentary telephone consultation with me to discuss how I can help both of you.

Michael A. Conat is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor affiliated with Smith Counseling Centres. He is passionate about helping people overcome their life challenges and work toward becoming the best-version-of-themselves. Michael works with clients dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and loss. He brings a wealth of knowledge learned from a plethora of practical life experience.
Michael A. Conat is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor affiliated with Smith Counseling Centres. He is passionate about helping people overcome their life challenges and work toward becoming the best-version-of-themselves. Michael works with clients dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and loss. He brings a wealth of knowledge learned from a plethora of practical life experience.

I work with adults and adolescents of all ages to overcome challenges related to relationship & family conflict, stress, grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe the foundation of effective therapy is rooted in compassionate listening, honest and open communication, and respect for one another. I believe in the client-centered approach for healing and bring your voice and experiences into our work. I'm also committed to social justice and acknowledges how injustices play a role in the healing process. Together, we can work towards healing and self-determination. I offer evening sessions.
I work with adults and adolescents of all ages to overcome challenges related to relationship & family conflict, stress, grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe the foundation of effective therapy is rooted in compassionate listening, honest and open communication, and respect for one another. I believe in the client-centered approach for healing and bring your voice and experiences into our work. I'm also committed to social justice and acknowledges how injustices play a role in the healing process. Together, we can work towards healing and self-determination. I offer evening sessions.

Melissa Chivis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, ADS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you having issues with: managing moods, substance abuse/addiction, co-occurring disorders, relationship concerns, marital concerns, codependency, domestic abuse/interpersonal violence, Depression/Anxiety, PTSD/trauma? Do you wish to manage symptoms, and learn new and positive ways to cope with stressors in life?
Are you having issues with: managing moods, substance abuse/addiction, co-occurring disorders, relationship concerns, marital concerns, codependency, domestic abuse/interpersonal violence, Depression/Anxiety, PTSD/trauma? Do you wish to manage symptoms, and learn new and positive ways to cope with stressors in life?

Vince Anila
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Empowering you to navigate life's challenges, I offer a deep level of presence that meets you where you are, building trust for the exploration and location of all necessary strengths and resilience within your own history and experience. I can coach you through a career transition, help you process painful experiences, and help your teenager navigate the new challenges he or she faces. I can help you make sense of your past, live more joyfully in the present, and gain newfound hope for the future.
Empowering you to navigate life's challenges, I offer a deep level of presence that meets you where you are, building trust for the exploration and location of all necessary strengths and resilience within your own history and experience. I can coach you through a career transition, help you process painful experiences, and help your teenager navigate the new challenges he or she faces. I can help you make sense of your past, live more joyfully in the present, and gain newfound hope for the future.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, family challenges, or unprocessed childhood trauma? Are you trying to juggle the demands of life, work, and relationships, only to feel like you're losing yourself in the process? You don’t have to face it all alone—I’m here to help. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges and uncover the path to healing. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and strengths-based, blending evidence-based techniques with a touch of humor and humanity.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, family challenges, or unprocessed childhood trauma? Are you trying to juggle the demands of life, work, and relationships, only to feel like you're losing yourself in the process? You don’t have to face it all alone—I’m here to help. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges and uncover the path to healing. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and strengths-based, blending evidence-based techniques with a touch of humor and humanity.

Laura L Feeney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LMSW , LISW-S
Verified Verified
Royal Oak, MI 48067
It takes a great deal of courage to take that first step into healing and growth. I love what I do and its an honor for me to be allowed that privilege to be a part of you life transformation. I am here to support your journey through facilitating the process of healing using a strengths-based perspective.
It takes a great deal of courage to take that first step into healing and growth. I love what I do and its an honor for me to be allowed that privilege to be a part of you life transformation. I am here to support your journey through facilitating the process of healing using a strengths-based perspective.

There is only one relationship we are guaranteed to have for our entire lives — and that is our relationship to ourselves. I aim to help you make it compassionate and giving, self expressing, and with appropriate boundaries as needed for you to protect your most authentic Self. I believe that all of our behaviors are adaptive; some we’ve just outgrown and they are no longer serving the best interests of our well-being. But they come from an honest place of having to adapt to circumstances which we did not create.
There is only one relationship we are guaranteed to have for our entire lives — and that is our relationship to ourselves. I aim to help you make it compassionate and giving, self expressing, and with appropriate boundaries as needed for you to protect your most authentic Self. I believe that all of our behaviors are adaptive; some we’ve just outgrown and they are no longer serving the best interests of our well-being. But they come from an honest place of having to adapt to circumstances which we did not create.

Anglina Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48067
You question if you are the problem or if you’re at fault for the issues in your life or what happened to you. From the moment you wake, your thoughts are racing, and through much of the day, you’re plagued with flashes of intrusive memories. The constant overwhelm causes you to struggle constantly, and it feels like peace is impossible. A voice in your head tells you to “feel your feelings,” but how do you do that without spiraling? On top of your inner chaos, the people in your life walk all over you without a care. You have been hearing a lot of talk of “setting boundaries,” but worry about pushing people away.
You question if you are the problem or if you’re at fault for the issues in your life or what happened to you. From the moment you wake, your thoughts are racing, and through much of the day, you’re plagued with flashes of intrusive memories. The constant overwhelm causes you to struggle constantly, and it feels like peace is impossible. A voice in your head tells you to “feel your feelings,” but how do you do that without spiraling? On top of your inner chaos, the people in your life walk all over you without a care. You have been hearing a lot of talk of “setting boundaries,” but worry about pushing people away.

Reaching out for help takes courage and is the first step towards making positive changes in your life. I am here to assist you with overcoming any challenges interfering with your ability to move towards happiness, hope, and peace. Implementing changes can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a clinician, I will work with you to overcome obstacles and help you develop the coping skills and self-confidence to take control of your life. We will work collaboratively to alleviate emotional stressors and begin the process of healing. My experience includes working with grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
Reaching out for help takes courage and is the first step towards making positive changes in your life. I am here to assist you with overcoming any challenges interfering with your ability to move towards happiness, hope, and peace. Implementing changes can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a clinician, I will work with you to overcome obstacles and help you develop the coping skills and self-confidence to take control of your life. We will work collaboratively to alleviate emotional stressors and begin the process of healing. My experience includes working with grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.

A mixture of emotions can weigh heavily on your heart, yet you push yourself to keep moving forward. At times, the responsibilities of life can lead you to feel overwhelmed. You may be feeling anxiety, sadness, anger and isolation. You feel tired, and unmotivated, but continue pressing on for those around you. You may feel as if you are just going through the motions. If you can relate, please understand that you do not need to feel this way. Is it time to create a new life path, or new way of thinking? You can do this through the utilization of learned strategies that will help you to create the life you wish to achieve.
A mixture of emotions can weigh heavily on your heart, yet you push yourself to keep moving forward. At times, the responsibilities of life can lead you to feel overwhelmed. You may be feeling anxiety, sadness, anger and isolation. You feel tired, and unmotivated, but continue pressing on for those around you. You may feel as if you are just going through the motions. If you can relate, please understand that you do not need to feel this way. Is it time to create a new life path, or new way of thinking? You can do this through the utilization of learned strategies that will help you to create the life you wish to achieve.

The single most important factor in successful psychotherapy is the relationship between client and therapist; effective therapy starts from the moment you call or email. If you feel unsure, please contact me about setting up your first appointment.
The single most important factor in successful psychotherapy is the relationship between client and therapist; effective therapy starts from the moment you call or email. If you feel unsure, please contact me about setting up your first appointment.

I offer psychotherapy to adult individuals addressing concerns around mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also love working with young adults as they struggle through the complexities of emerging adulthood. Having previously worked as a musician and writer, I am uniquely attuned to the challenges facing artists and specialize in working with creative professionals. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and body positive. I foster a space of warmth, acceptance and depth through empathetic dialogue with my clients, valuing the diversity of their backgrounds and identities.
I offer psychotherapy to adult individuals addressing concerns around mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also love working with young adults as they struggle through the complexities of emerging adulthood. Having previously worked as a musician and writer, I am uniquely attuned to the challenges facing artists and specialize in working with creative professionals. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and body positive. I foster a space of warmth, acceptance and depth through empathetic dialogue with my clients, valuing the diversity of their backgrounds and identities.

Early Wellness Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, CTP-C
Verified Verified
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Have you noticed increased stress, overwhelming emotions or moods, difficulty with school or work after the pandemic, or other emotional, social, or behavioral changes? Have you wondered if it would be beneficial to work with someone? Therapy can help you, your child, and/or your family. Our goal at Early Wellness Group is to provide our clients with the tools they need to support life-long mental health practices. These are applicable tools used to return to a place of stability, balance, and joy throughout your lives.
Have you noticed increased stress, overwhelming emotions or moods, difficulty with school or work after the pandemic, or other emotional, social, or behavioral changes? Have you wondered if it would be beneficial to work with someone? Therapy can help you, your child, and/or your family. Our goal at Early Wellness Group is to provide our clients with the tools they need to support life-long mental health practices. These are applicable tools used to return to a place of stability, balance, and joy throughout your lives.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Royal Oak, MI
600+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Royal Oak, MI who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
92% | Depression |
81% | Self Esteem |
78% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Coping Skills |
70% | Stress |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
93% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
71% | Aetna |
59% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in Royal Oak, MI see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |