Teen Therapists in Troy, MI

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of private practice experience in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults and families over a wide range of presenting problems. I have practiced in a variety of treatment settings, including inpatient psychiatry, day hospital, and outpatient child and adolescent psychiatry.

Nothing feels more powerless than watching your teen shut down from trauma, social isolation and bullying, and use self-harm or aggression as a relief from pain. Young people don't always know how to express what they're feeling with words. Often their behaviors tell the story of how they feel. When those behaviors are stemming from inner conflict and pain, it's not just acting out - it's cry for help. We need to identify the root cause... and help them get on the right track so they start using their feelings as a guide, and navigating their emotional system toward self-love, self-worth and true confidence from the inside out.

Currently, I am accepting new clients! Please call the clinics directly to make an appoinment. My goal is to guide you on a path of hope so that you reach a place of peace. Working as a team, we will develop a plan that is based upon your individual strengths and needs. I work with clients of all ages but specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I help my clients learn to cope with ADHD,anxiety, high functioning autism, depression, Bi-polar Mood Disorder, and PTSD. I will work with you to deal with life challenges and changes that result from trauma, divorce, loss and major life changes..

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS via Telehealth! Life can be full of ups and downs, but I am here to help. Do you have a teen that is struggling with daily life stressors? Would you like to improve your relationships? Are you struggling with transitioning into a new role like parenthood or starting high school, college, or a new job? Let us work together to address anxiety, depression, broken relationships, and past hurts so that you can reach your full potential.

Today's world is too often scary and overwhelming. For many of us, learning to function & adapt in life as a child, teen or young adult is confusing & difficult. These challenges lead to feeling lonely, frustrated or hopeless. Through our work together, you will become confident in yourself, begin to not just 'get by', but thrive. You will begin to experience a life where being you is more than good enough. Unavoidable challenges become opportunities & you gain control of the most important area, yourself. Working together, you will become equipped to navigate day to day life & the unexpected, emerging stronger, smarter & happier.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has successfully treated couples, families, and individuals for over 25 years. Using Brief, collaborative therapy, I help you learn new ways to successfully work through life's critical issues in as few as 10 sessions. How does Brief therapy work? Sessions are client focused and solution directed. You collaborate with me in creating desired goals then actively participate in homework directed to test and fine-tune skills used to resolve issues and achieve those goals. Therefore, therapy becomes more efficient and effective. Most clients successfully resolve their issues in 5 - 10 sessions!!

Hope, healing, wholeness. This is what we all want. But instead we sometimes feel despair, broken, and alone. We long to feel loved and understood. But often that doesn't happen. Something has gone wrong. Life is not what we had hoped. We are not who we want to be. Are you troubled by guilt, destructive behavior, discouragement or depression? Or perhaps it's marital problems, being a single adult, or adolescent issues. Maybe you struggle with a constant feeling of failure, the pain of sexual abuse, or the memory of bullying. There is help-and hope.

The word "kairos" comes the Greek word meaning, "the opportune and decisive moment for change." I will support you through the counseling process while you search for continued joy and wellness in your life. Child and adolescent services are available to focus in on difficult attitudes, home or school behavior problems, parental divorce or separation issues. Adult counseling is needed to help in difficult life transitions, which may cause anxiety or depression. Couple counseling is available to help develop the necessary communication skills to enhance the relationship. Couples may have reached an impass due to the developmental stages of marriage.

Life has its fair share of ups and downs and despite your best efforts, the old ways of approaching life's challenges may no longer work. Seeking professional help can be difficult, but as a fully licensed and nationally certified counselor, my goal is to create an encouraging, safe, trusting, and compassionate environment where you can begin to heal. Discovering new ways to think about your past, your current challenges, and your future, can reduce stress, improve health, enhance relationships and increase self-esteem. When paired with setting goals and implementing new behavioral skills, personal growth is MORE than achievable!

I believe that seeking therapy is a sign of courage and strength. By attending therapy, you may get clarity on difficult issues, obtain objective feedback, and develop individualized solutions that work for you and/or your family. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment and work collaboratively with you and/or your family to meet your goals.

At our practice, we have created an inviting and comfortable environment in which clients and professional staff can collaborate to address a number of presenting concerns. We are trained in a variety of evidence-based treatment methods that have been developed and rigorously researched by some of the world's leading experts. Our measured, thoughtful approach to assessment and treatment planning help to ensure that all clients are presented with treatment options that are well-suited to meet their needs. You and your therapist will partner to develop a customized plan to help you achieve an optimal treatment outcome.

I have faith in the idea that people can, and do change. In my experience, change is not always a linear process. Often, when trying to change a situation or behavior, people fall short or stumble. Being able to truly evaluate an individual's strengths and building upon those, allows for the needed empowerment to overcome our barriers. I am passionate about helping individuals to overcome various behavioral health concerns. Whether you are facing addiction, anxiety, anger issues, grief, stress, depression or trauma, I use a strengths based approach, coupled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build upon your inherit resiliency to affect change.

My ideal client is anyone who is willing to take a chance on themself and be curious. My ideal client is willing to explore their past, present, or future, identify their needs, learn coping skills, understand the parameters of their weaknesses and build on their strengths, celebrate their progress, and bring peace (or acceptance) to their chaos. My ideal client is open to letting me in on who they are and their journey so that we can work together toward growth, progress, and sustainability.

"Mental health isn't a thing. Talking about feelings and experiences isn't going to help. Things will get better by just putting my head down and powering through. I'm strong, self-reliant, and I don't need any help. I'll be fine just the way I am." These are all valid thoughts and feelings for an individual to have and many people believe these statements are true. Stereotypically, men especially, fall into these thought patterns. The numbers reflect this, approximately 30% vs 70% of those seeking counseling are men vs women. We are taught men don't have feelings and if they do they sure as hell don't talk to anybody about them.

Do you struggle everyday to just get through the things you have to do? Have you often woken up and thought 'there has to be more to life than this'? Do you feel overwhelmed easily by things that don't seem to upset other people? Have you struggled with self-harming, over spending, or using something else to numb out the pain that just won't seem to go away? These questions are ones that so many people suffer through on a daily basis. The decision to come to therapy can be scary and so brave at the same time.