Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Saint Clair Shores, MI

At any given moment, we have the option to grow or step back into familiarity. Releasing what is not serving us and exploring resurfacing wounds allows us to make room for acceptance and new beginnings. You deserve to process the troubles of your mind, body, and soul and be heard and seen. Imagine offers authenticity and warmth, creating a space to develop greater awareness and an appreciation of self. Imagine specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma in adolescents and adults. Her approach is psychodynamic, and she is adept in caring for depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and body image disturbances.

JCF Violet Flame is a holistic wellness center that specializes in trauma. We offer a variety of services that aid in helping people heal them selves and learn skills to live their best life. This may include professional counseling, meditation, art therapy, energy healing, breath work, movement therapy such as Qigong, DBT skills training, spiritual advising, readings and intuition development which all work together to help create connections via mind, body, soul resulting in more awareness, inner freedom, and peace for purpose to unfold.

You deserve to feel better! Have you felt more anxious lately? Do you struggle with self doubt? Do negative statements intrude your thoughts? Are these issues preventing you from living your best life? Imagine if you could change your life by changing your thoughts? Therapy can assist you to move forward. Daily struggles, compounded by the stress brought on by the pandemic, have made life more difficult to handle. You deserve to move through these emotions and be empowered to live a life in which you will thrive.

Hey there, I am so glad you found my page! Welcome! if you are someone who has been thinking of starting counseling I am glad you found me. I help all types of people including men and women who want to be able to navigate challenges in their life and know how to skillfully handle stressful situations and reduce feelings of burnout and overwhelm! I can help people that struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship struggles, singles, and couples.

Being a human is hard. We deal with an array of emotions and hardships, of which can be especially challenging to cope with alone. I take pride in building genuine relationships with my clients, and allowing a space of free self expression. My job is to help you accomplish your goals and ally with you along the way. Together, I am confident that I can assist you in creating the life you desire and reaching a place of internal peace.

Everyone has their own unique identity and experiences. As a therapist, my focus is to embrace these differences by working collaboratively with each client to create a personalized plan that will meet them where they’re at in life, best fit their needs, and be comfortable enough to help them learn, grow, and think in a healthy way. My clinical work is devoted to consistently being present for my clients by walking with them through this journey of healing while creating a non-judgmental, therapeutic space for them to be heard, understood, and supported while making behavioral and cognitive changes to enhance their quality of life.

I am passionate about creating a compassionate and safe environment for you to process daily life stressors, trauma, grief & loss, substance use, and other problems in your life that are inhabiting you to reach your best life. I utilize a strength based and psychodynamic approach to help you reach your goals and utilize DBT informed therapy and CBT as needed.

Being a kid, teenager, or young adult comes with obstacles and transitions that could be difficult to navigate, but you're not alone. I'm a child therapist, specializing in working with children, youth, and young adults, as well as their families. My areas of interest include generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues. I utilize evidence-based practices during our sessions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT ), to create long-lasting changes and provide my clients with the best coping tools.

I create and hold a healing and restorative space for my clients. I do this through unconditional positive regard – a supportive and accepting attitude of the feelings and experiences shared by my clients. I work with individuals who are in need of guidance through life's challenges. I would be honored to guide you towards a life filled with more joy, optimism and an overall sense of emotional health and well-being.

I help preteens, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, preteen and teen behavioral issues, and more. I take my time to get to know my clients, see clients as experts, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a team effort.

I believe in a person's ability to persevere and evolve through their struggles. Everyone has the potential to achieve their goals when given the proper nourishment and environment. As a therapist, I strive to provide that environment. I help patients find a path toward their own peace of mind. I foster a trusting and caring relationship with my patients and focus on the unique experiences that each individual brings.

Sometimes we all need a little bit of assistance during our journey of personal discovery. It would be my honor to have the opportunity to view the world from your lens while together we work through life’s complexities. My passion lies in creating an empathetic and judgment free space in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment where you can share your personal experiences. We are the masters of our own lives. By utilizing humanistic and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, I aim to encourage personal growth and self discovery.

I am dedicated to providing you with an opportunity to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from reaching your goals or from being your best self. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, with flexibility and an understanding that one treatment approach doesn't work for everyone. I meet you where you are, and my goal is to work with you get to where you want to be in your life with warmth, sensitivity and wisdom.

Is your mind constantly screaming that your body is too big, too small, too curvy? Do your days revolve around meal planning & exercising to ensure the scale changes? If you find yourself consistently thinking about food, the calories you need to burn off after a "cheat meal," or you're hyper-focused on the bodies that spawn social media, my associates and I are here for you. We are here to teach you to love and accept the body you were given; to nourish that body without obsessing over the details; & to help you discover where the root of your disappointment comes from.

My personal experience includes working in a variety of settings including inpatient, private practice, group setting, and community mental health. I have specialized training in Eating Disorders and Adolescents. My training includes supervision from a specialist in eating disorders, nutrition and body image for eating disorders, eating disorders with athletes, and eating disorders within adolescents. I also have experience with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, and trauma. I provide an accepting and nonjudgmental approach to help you get to your ideal self. I aim to instill hope and ensure that you don’t feel alone.

You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I would like to help you achieve your goals and make life changes you desire while gaining insight. Therapy is working toward and creating positive outcomes and does not have to be a painful process. It can be a process of rediscovery, resilience, and empowerment, and the support of a professional is an important resource to assist you.

Is your relationship in distress? Is there more conflict than communication? Do you feel lonely or shut out? Disconnected with your partner? There is hope. HIH is a counseling center focused on relational health and adjustment for individuals, couples, and families. HIH uses an integrative approach that includes addressing assertiveness and communication skills, safe and healthy connection, and conflict resolution. Whether an individual or couple, we can work toward a healthier, dynamic, relationship with yourself and others.

Debbie understands that coming to therapy for the first time can be intimidating because of not knowing what to expect. Debbie creates a safe place for you to process trauma, substance use, setting boundaries, self-esteem, grief and loss, and other life challenges that prevent you from enjoying life. Debbie specialized in trauma, traumatic stress, addiction, panic disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, and dual diagnosis. She specializes with adults, working individually and with groups.