Photo of Shelley Rychener Empower Me Therapy, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Shelley Rychener Empower Me Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Dexter, MI 48130  (Online Only)
Congratulations! You've taken the first step toward feeling better by reaching out for support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 26 years of experience. I have successfully helped clients with such issues as stress and anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, & depression. My style of therapy is very upfront, as I have found that being direct with clients (and them being direct as well) has been the most effective way to progress through challenges. At the same time, I work hard to treat everyone with respect and compassion. I also love to laugh, and utilize humor as part of my therapy regularly.
Congratulations! You've taken the first step toward feeling better by reaching out for support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 26 years of experience. I have successfully helped clients with such issues as stress and anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, & depression. My style of therapy is very upfront, as I have found that being direct with clients (and them being direct as well) has been the most effective way to progress through challenges. At the same time, I work hard to treat everyone with respect and compassion. I also love to laugh, and utilize humor as part of my therapy regularly.
(734) 396-8997 View (734) 396-8997
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Sharon R Rose LMSW Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Warren, MI 48090  (Online Only)
I am an advanced, skilled, trained clinician with 30+ years experience in therapeutic practice. Are you feeling depressed/anxious, upset/irritable? Are you grieving? Are you balancing work from home with family life, school? Have you lost your job? Are you concerned about getting sick? You are not alone. I have specialities in PTSD, grief, fear, trauma, addictions, behavioral & mental health issues. Would you like to be happier, communicating better with loved ones or others? I counsel individuals/families/couples/marriage/divorce, GLBT+ & military with positive outcomes. Just call or email today to begin to reach your goals!
I am an advanced, skilled, trained clinician with 30+ years experience in therapeutic practice. Are you feeling depressed/anxious, upset/irritable? Are you grieving? Are you balancing work from home with family life, school? Have you lost your job? Are you concerned about getting sick? You are not alone. I have specialities in PTSD, grief, fear, trauma, addictions, behavioral & mental health issues. Would you like to be happier, communicating better with loved ones or others? I counsel individuals/families/couples/marriage/divorce, GLBT+ & military with positive outcomes. Just call or email today to begin to reach your goals!
(586) 580-8022 View (586) 580-8022
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Connie M Maundu-Pajak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Hello. Welcome !! I am excited to work for you and your family. I have been a therapist for 14 years , working with families and individuals to help them reach their full potential. I am multilingual and have worked with clients from various parts of the world and religious backgrounds. I work with families, individuals and children from ages 8 and above specializing in depression and anxiety, childhood trauma, emotional regulation and anger related issues, learning disorders , personality and mood disorders and parenting skills. Tweens, teens, college students, individuals and families. Parental participation for younger ones.
Hello. Welcome !! I am excited to work for you and your family. I have been a therapist for 14 years , working with families and individuals to help them reach their full potential. I am multilingual and have worked with clients from various parts of the world and religious backgrounds. I work with families, individuals and children from ages 8 and above specializing in depression and anxiety, childhood trauma, emotional regulation and anger related issues, learning disorders , personality and mood disorders and parenting skills. Tweens, teens, college students, individuals and families. Parental participation for younger ones.
(517) 481-4255 View (517) 481-4255
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Ranine Swaid
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Hey, thanks for reading! I am a Marriage & Family Therapist with additional credentials in art therapy and a lifelong love of hearing peoples’ stories. If you recognize toxic family or relationship patterns and are struggling to break free from them; if you need support managing ADHD, social anxiety, or parenting; and finally, if are you unsure about therapy but trying to find the place to start working on yourself...I invite you to reach out to talk about how I can help! Additionally, if you are Middle Eastern/Muslim, I offer a therapeutic space to navigate the healing process from a place of shared values and cultural experiences.
Hey, thanks for reading! I am a Marriage & Family Therapist with additional credentials in art therapy and a lifelong love of hearing peoples’ stories. If you recognize toxic family or relationship patterns and are struggling to break free from them; if you need support managing ADHD, social anxiety, or parenting; and finally, if are you unsure about therapy but trying to find the place to start working on yourself...I invite you to reach out to talk about how I can help! Additionally, if you are Middle Eastern/Muslim, I offer a therapeutic space to navigate the healing process from a place of shared values and cultural experiences.
(248) 397-6546 View (248) 397-6546
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Aspiring to Change Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Bay City, MI 48706
We work with clients struggling with substance abuse, trauma, and mental health issues. We have years of experience working with adolescents and adults, providing individual, family, and marital counseling. We have a wide range of experience working with juveniles, sexual offenders, and abuse/neglect clients.
We work with clients struggling with substance abuse, trauma, and mental health issues. We have years of experience working with adolescents and adults, providing individual, family, and marital counseling. We have a wide range of experience working with juveniles, sexual offenders, and abuse/neglect clients.
(989) 303-3984 View (989) 303-3984
Photo of Sikeria Williams, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Sikeria Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48375
Here I took part in research on various mental health issues that included eating disorders, severe depression, Borderline Personality disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and family conflict/abuse.
Are you struggling to find balance? Do you doubt its existence with the increasing testaments of anxiety, depression, and stress in our high-pressure and demanding world? Not having the right support or tools in these areas can be damaging to our relationships and self-esteem. This space can make us more controlling, leading to isolation and/or complete shutdown. No matter what stressors or life changes you are going through, rest assured that reaching a sense of equilibrium is possible as you learn to let go of fear.
Here I took part in research on various mental health issues that included eating disorders, severe depression, Borderline Personality disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and family conflict/abuse.
Are you struggling to find balance? Do you doubt its existence with the increasing testaments of anxiety, depression, and stress in our high-pressure and demanding world? Not having the right support or tools in these areas can be damaging to our relationships and self-esteem. This space can make us more controlling, leading to isolation and/or complete shutdown. No matter what stressors or life changes you are going through, rest assured that reaching a sense of equilibrium is possible as you learn to let go of fear.
(248) 290-9354 View (248) 290-9354
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Lynice Towns
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Novi, MI 48375
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life’s stressors, such as work, school, family responsibilities, and relationships? I’m a school psychologist that has experience with the evaluation and treatment of youth, young adults, and assisting their families. With clinical and school experience, I can assist in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma symptoms, as well as helping individuals understand IEPs and special education evaluations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life’s stressors, such as work, school, family responsibilities, and relationships? I’m a school psychologist that has experience with the evaluation and treatment of youth, young adults, and assisting their families. With clinical and school experience, I can assist in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma symptoms, as well as helping individuals understand IEPs and special education evaluations.
(734) 323-4897 View (734) 323-4897
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Miranda Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Within a family systems approach, attachment is at the center of connection.
It can be difficult to begin the process of therapy. I am honored to support couples, families and individuals who want to begin to do that work. I offer a relational space that focuses on feeling safe and understood. My approach is from a family systems lens with somatic influences. My specialty is relationship repair through emotional exploration. My ideal client includes family and couple relationships, sexual intimacy, non-traditional families, addiction, high conflict, the family court system, play therapy, and more.
Within a family systems approach, attachment is at the center of connection.
It can be difficult to begin the process of therapy. I am honored to support couples, families and individuals who want to begin to do that work. I offer a relational space that focuses on feeling safe and understood. My approach is from a family systems lens with somatic influences. My specialty is relationship repair through emotional exploration. My ideal client includes family and couple relationships, sexual intimacy, non-traditional families, addiction, high conflict, the family court system, play therapy, and more.
(616) 504-6393 View (616) 504-6393
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Carolyn Sutherby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Waitlist for new clients
Carolyn has been working with children and families for over 25 years. She specializes in treating children and families and provides parenting support for caregivers with children/adolescents who have behavioral health concerns and conducts individual and family therapy. Carolyn also has expertise with Highly Sensitive People (HSP), including children (HSC). This is a normal biological trait in personality and physiology inherited by about 20% of the population. HSP's have sensitive nervous systems and feel things deeply, notice more in their environment and are easily overstimulated by sensory input in their environment.
Carolyn has been working with children and families for over 25 years. She specializes in treating children and families and provides parenting support for caregivers with children/adolescents who have behavioral health concerns and conducts individual and family therapy. Carolyn also has expertise with Highly Sensitive People (HSP), including children (HSC). This is a normal biological trait in personality and physiology inherited by about 20% of the population. HSP's have sensitive nervous systems and feel things deeply, notice more in their environment and are easily overstimulated by sensory input in their environment.
(616) 537-6893 View (616) 537-6893
Photo of Judith Moon - Judith K Moon, LMSW, ACSW, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Judith K Moon, LMSW, ACSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Is your child or teen struggling with academic, behavioral, social, or emotional issues? There may be a need for additional support and redirection to get through these challenges which affect the whole family. Therapy can be life-changing as it provides the skills to help us meet these challenges successfully. I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 30 years. With a wide variety of therapeutic experience, I have been helping people solve their problems and accomplish their goals as well as improve the quality of their lives. I provide a warm, supportive environment.
Is your child or teen struggling with academic, behavioral, social, or emotional issues? There may be a need for additional support and redirection to get through these challenges which affect the whole family. Therapy can be life-changing as it provides the skills to help us meet these challenges successfully. I have provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 30 years. With a wide variety of therapeutic experience, I have been helping people solve their problems and accomplish their goals as well as improve the quality of their lives. I provide a warm, supportive environment.
(586) 353-8714 View (586) 353-8714
Photo of Molly Biondo, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Molly Biondo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
I have experience from the school sector, child welfare sector, and family services sector.
Thank you for taking the first step to becoming the best version of yourself. Whether you are looking for help navigating through a difficult season of life; you are suffering from anxiety, depression, low self esteem, or lack of empowerment; or just need maintenance therapy, I am able to assist you in finding coping skills to help you get to the next level.
I have experience from the school sector, child welfare sector, and family services sector.
Thank you for taking the first step to becoming the best version of yourself. Whether you are looking for help navigating through a difficult season of life; you are suffering from anxiety, depression, low self esteem, or lack of empowerment; or just need maintenance therapy, I am able to assist you in finding coping skills to help you get to the next level.
(810) 498-2309 View (810) 498-2309
Photo of Bryna A Edwards, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Bryna A Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152  (Online Only)
Difficult life experiences can take away our sense of safety and make us feel detached from the world and others. Examples of these events include involvement with the foster care system, family separation, chronic illnesses, military deployments and readjustment, and sexual trauma/military sexual trauma. I have experience helping individuals and families process these traumatic events to assist them in reducing the negative effects the symptoms of trauma can have on survivors and the people that they love.
Difficult life experiences can take away our sense of safety and make us feel detached from the world and others. Examples of these events include involvement with the foster care system, family separation, chronic illnesses, military deployments and readjustment, and sexual trauma/military sexual trauma. I have experience helping individuals and families process these traumatic events to assist them in reducing the negative effects the symptoms of trauma can have on survivors and the people that they love.
(313) 710-1856 View (313) 710-1856
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Kelly M. Rad
Master Social Worker, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
Kelly M. Rad LMSW uses an integrative & holistic approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual and/or family. She incorporates CBT, DBT informed, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and other modalities to help guide anxious adults and children on their path to wellness. Kelly has a deep understanding of neurodivergence and assists individuals/families with school issues, executive functioning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, behavioral struggles, and emotional stress.
Kelly M. Rad LMSW uses an integrative & holistic approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual and/or family. She incorporates CBT, DBT informed, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and other modalities to help guide anxious adults and children on their path to wellness. Kelly has a deep understanding of neurodivergence and assists individuals/families with school issues, executive functioning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, behavioral struggles, and emotional stress.
(810) 642-4226 View (810) 642-4226
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Erin VanVeen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I have worked in family preservation for three years and worked as a therapist at a lower elementary school.
My philosophy, We all need a little help at times. Mental health is very important and takes work. I will be there to help along the way; to be a listening ear, or teach coping skills, or whatever support may be needed. My passion is to help others, help themselves.
I have worked in family preservation for three years and worked as a therapist at a lower elementary school.
My philosophy, We all need a little help at times. Mental health is very important and takes work. I will be there to help along the way; to be a listening ear, or teach coping skills, or whatever support may be needed. My passion is to help others, help themselves.
(616) 389-0165 View (616) 389-0165
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Renee Benard
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823  (Online Only)
I am limited licensed psychologist who provides therapy to adults across the state of Michigan. I have over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues and parenting, life skills and changes, trauma, loss / grief, as well as chronic or terminal illness. With support , encouragement, and expert insight, therapy can be the place you grow, the place you heal, or the place you learn to accept you.
I am limited licensed psychologist who provides therapy to adults across the state of Michigan. I have over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues and parenting, life skills and changes, trauma, loss / grief, as well as chronic or terminal illness. With support , encouragement, and expert insight, therapy can be the place you grow, the place you heal, or the place you learn to accept you.
(517) 236-8556 View (517) 236-8556
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Rayna M Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Rayna currently has -immediate- availability for in-person and virtual sessions for kids ages 4 and up & young adults! Rayna works with children, adolescents, and young adults facing various challenges, such as depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, grief, peer relationships, and family difficulties. Rayna believes that each individual holds a unique perspective on their situation, as well as the strength & potential to work through challenges.
Rayna currently has -immediate- availability for in-person and virtual sessions for kids ages 4 and up & young adults! Rayna works with children, adolescents, and young adults facing various challenges, such as depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, grief, peer relationships, and family difficulties. Rayna believes that each individual holds a unique perspective on their situation, as well as the strength & potential to work through challenges.
(248) 773-4753 View (248) 773-4753
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Counseling & Resource Center of Dearborn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dearborn, MI 48124
Individual & Family Help for Family Stress, Couples Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. We offer support for parenting, couples, and teens. We want to help you and your family grow and learn, including effectively handling problems as they arise. Call to schedule an appointment now.
Individual & Family Help for Family Stress, Couples Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. We offer support for parenting, couples, and teens. We want to help you and your family grow and learn, including effectively handling problems as they arise. Call to schedule an appointment now.
(313) 427-9907 View (313) 427-9907
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Amy Leigh Perugi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , CAADC
Verified Verified
I encourage you to come and experience the straightforward answers and options that you are looking for to assist you and your family in living the happy life that you want to live.
With over 23 years Social Work experience dealing with kids and adults who are battling with mental health and/or substance abuse issues my qualifications and approach to healing are available to you or your loved ones. I can help with coping skills, referrals and other needs identified.
I encourage you to come and experience the straightforward answers and options that you are looking for to assist you and your family in living the happy life that you want to live.
With over 23 years Social Work experience dealing with kids and adults who are battling with mental health and/or substance abuse issues my qualifications and approach to healing are available to you or your loved ones. I can help with coping skills, referrals and other needs identified.
(586) 261-8221 View (586) 261-8221
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Amy J. Trabitz, Ph.D. and Associates, P.C.
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Dearborn, MI 48124
My approach to individual and family treatment is warm, and solution-oriented.
I have worked with children,teenagers and adults for over 30 years. I provide a warm, friendly, and "human" environment for clients and their families within which we can work together to address the concerns and problems that are creating problems in everyday life. In today's environment, there are so many pressures on kids and their parents...school, friends, finances, jobs...and sometimes it seems overwhelming. Together we can find some solutions to make coping with life's stresses easier and more productive. Communication is a key factor, as well as developing strategies that help in managing those difficult situations.
My approach to individual and family treatment is warm, and solution-oriented.
I have worked with children,teenagers and adults for over 30 years. I provide a warm, friendly, and "human" environment for clients and their families within which we can work together to address the concerns and problems that are creating problems in everyday life. In today's environment, there are so many pressures on kids and their parents...school, friends, finances, jobs...and sometimes it seems overwhelming. Together we can find some solutions to make coping with life's stresses easier and more productive. Communication is a key factor, as well as developing strategies that help in managing those difficult situations.
(313) 486-0564 View (313) 486-0564
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Arlene Giacona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Mattawan, MI 49071
Waitlist for new clients
Individual and Family counseling offered.
Hello! Thank you for stopping by. I am a Social Worker and therapist with 20 years experience in the mental health field. What sets me apart though? I have a very passionate, upbeat personality that shines through in my practice. I work hard to help my clients see the strength they already have within and that I am just a facilitator to help them achieve any goal they set forth for themselves. I am honest and "real". I would be happy to chat with you about your goals and how we can work to achieve them together!
Individual and Family counseling offered.
Hello! Thank you for stopping by. I am a Social Worker and therapist with 20 years experience in the mental health field. What sets me apart though? I have a very passionate, upbeat personality that shines through in my practice. I work hard to help my clients see the strength they already have within and that I am just a facilitator to help them achieve any goal they set forth for themselves. I am honest and "real". I would be happy to chat with you about your goals and how we can work to achieve them together!
(269) 241-8435 View (269) 241-8435
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.