Therapists in Ypsilanti, MI

Making the decision to come to therapy is often one of the hardest decisions for a person to make. You might know that you're having a hard time but perhaps you don't know what to expect from therapy. What will your therapist be like? Can you really trust them? Why would you tell a complete stranger everything about you? These are just a few questions that potential clients sometimes ask themselves before coming in. Although it can be an intimidating experience, it can also be one of the most rewarding experiences.

I am glad you are here. I strive to empower people who are experiencing feelings of sadness, loss, fear, and hopelessness related to depression, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where we can build a valuable therapeutic relationship. Together, we will work to better understand your thoughts, behaviors, emotions and choices. My hope is that you will grow and heal through this experience and that you will embrace a renewed sense of self and wellbeing.

There are many reasons people seek out counseling and support. Sometimes life becomes too overwhelming, anxiety increases, depression may be setting in, relationships may become challenging, or maybe you're just not feeling like yourself and want to explore those feelings. You may be looking to take some of that weight off of your shoulders, reduce challenging symptoms, develop coping skills, explore your feelings, or connect with yourself on a deeper level. I am here to provide a safe and supportive environment to address those issues and walk with you on your counseling journey.

Welcome, I'm Jamie. Therapy may appear intimidating at first, but I have faith in the natural healing abilities present within every individual. Whether you're tackling a fear of failure, ADHD symptoms, or navigating an unhealthy relationship with food, anxiety, stress, or depression, I'm here to support you. It's understandable if you're unsure where to start, recognizing that staying on the same path isn't sustainable. I've faced similar challenges, and I assure you that your process is valid. Remember, you're in control of your path to healing.

Hello, you are most likely reading this because you are looking to improve your life experience. You have taken a important step towards that goal by looking for a therapist that fits your individual needs! I am a trauma informed therapist. I do my best to meet my clients where they are in the moment. I tailor treatment to each client's individual needs. I attempt to create and maintain a space in which you feel comfortable and safe. I strive to develop a working relationship with clients so we able to work together towards your goals. I offer in person visits, online visits, and walking visits if the weather permits.

Imagine seeing squirrels scamper or hearing birds chirping during your therapy session. Or feeling the warm sunshine on your skin and fresh air in your lungs. If being in nature sounds more healing and less intimidating than sitting in an office, then walk and talk therapy may be just what you're looking for! Walking helps the brain to release "feel good" chemicals, helping to alleviate depression and anxiety and reduce stress. Walking decreases negative emotions and promotes mental clarity and positive thinking. It can boost self-esteem, increase energy, improve sleep quality, and allow you to reconnect with the natural world.

Life can feel chaotic. Together we can create a non-judgmental space where you may find the grounding needed for clarity. Drawing from your strengths we can identify the skills needed as you navigate your way forward in the most meaningful way. Whether you are struggling with life circumstances, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties or substance use, I hope to collaborate with you as you seek contentment and meaning. I work with adults, students, teens and groups. Please check out erinkrajcik.com for more info or email me to start the process.

I know accessing therapy services can be difficult, especially when it feels the most necessary. I believe that our world around us can shape our experiences and mental health, and I strive to work from an anti-racist and intersectional feminist viewpoint. I work from a person-centered perspective, meaning I want to get to know and understand you as an individual. Only you know who you want to be, and I see it as my job to collaborate and provide new tools to get you there. I draw from various modalities, including Dialectic Behavior Therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches.

I provide individual and group psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. My work with children is specific to gender identity. My clinical work is focused on eating disorders, gender identity, LGBTQQ+ concerns, multicultural counseling, survivors of sexualized violence and trauma. I work with clients through a social justice and holistic health lens that emphasizes the inseparable connection between our mind, body, and environment. My approach to therapy is strength-based and client centered rooted in cultural humility. I incorporate mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based techniques depending upon the goals of each client.

YaShica is a life coach and licensed mental health therapist. She has master’s degrees in theology and social work. Therapy should be a safe place to heal and work through life’s issues. She is a compassionate individual with a heart for people. Her natural empathy and welcoming personality create a safe and non-judgmental environment. YaShica’s wide variety of careers helps her see things from a different viewpoint than most people. In addition, her prior careers have given her a valuable set of skills to help others heal. She focuses on a strength-based therapeutic approach to help clients heal.

I have been working in the field for over 30 years I find that most people who come to therapy, want to find solutions to problems and move forward. I help people work that process by giving support and develop strategies.

Everyone needs someone to tell their story to. But they also need meaningful listening; a listening that inspires hope and the thrill of being thoroughly understood. These principles have revived individuals of all ages, many cultures and most problems. I have particular success working with loss, anxiety, cross cultural concerns, relationship problems. . . especially as they have been recognized as persistent. . . feelings that have been with you for a long time such as self dislike, persistent conflicts, fears and anxieties that interfere with work, love, life; low self esteem, and the unrelenting pain related to trauma.

"I saw the angel in the marble and chisled until I set him free." (Michelangelo). I see psychotherapy as being like this-most people have it within them to know what they need or want, but something has kept them from feeling free to live life to the fullest. Most people come to see me when they are feeling that important parts of their lives (love, work or play) feel disappointing or "stuck." The "chisling" in therapy is you and I together discovering what is holding you back and identifying so many more choices than it may feel that you have now.

As my client, you will be heard, understood, respected, and valued. Your challenges and concerns are important and are the focus of our collaboration. I have had good success assisting clients in how they feel while also increasing their understanding of the how and why of their difficulties. My services are compassionate, clinically based, ethical, and confidential. I provide a safe environment, which balances supporting you and challenging you emotionally. My office is in a convenient Downtown Ann Arbor Location with reimbursed parking. Together we rediscover your assets, strengths, and accomplishments and utilize these in the present.

Emotional distress takes many forms: low self esteem, depression, anxiety, chronic anger, and/or relationship problems are some of the reasons people come to therapy. Some people who see me are having a difficult time with a life transition or have been unable to bounce back from a significant loss. Some have a history of being traumatized in ways that still impact them, or have problematic and unproductive ways of coping with life's difficulties.

Most of us know that even the healthiest of us need at some point in our lives an outside perspective or guidance into our inner selves to resolve many issues that we have not been able to do on our own. Therapy can take many forms from "personal growth work " (i.e. becoming a better person or reaching personal goals not yet achieved) or in dealing with life crises, wrong choices in the past effecting today, life transitions or mood problems such as depression, grief, anxiety etc. am also helping people deal with covid and all of it's implications.

Have you found yourself struggling to engage with day-to-day life in the way you would like to? Do you tend to avoid situations that stir up fear or anxiety? Do you often feel tense and on edge? These can be common experiences for people who struggle with anxiety and/or trauma. Unfortunately, these struggles can often lead us to live a more limited life than we would like and can cause us to feel stressed and isolated.

My clinical approach is integrative, although my interventions often focus on acceptance and self-compassion while empowering my clients to make the changes they would like to see in their lives. I firmly believe that therapy should be focused on helping you become the best version of yourself, as YOU understand it. In keeping with that goal, I take great care to ensure that therapy is affirming of all aspects of diversity and identity.

I hold degrees from Harvard University, McGill University, and Adelphi University. I will work with you in an attuned, caring, and deeply respectful way. I help people overcome painful anxiety, shame, depression, relationship difficulties, loss, and the challenges of creating a thriving and meaningful life. My approach involves collaboration and emotional connection, allowing me to understand your unique personal experience. I bring to my work an effective blend of empathy and extensive professional training. I enjoy working with people of different cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.