Psychodynamic Therapists in Michigan

Listening to what you say, and to what you don't say is very important to me. I am often told that talking to me was the very first time that a client had their feelings accepted. Helping others honor the unique perspective with which they see the world is the best way to enable a person to trust their feelings, to value their experiences, and to lead a richer life. I do believe that leopards can change their spots! I consult with psychotherapy and life-coaching clients in my office and also by phone across the country.

I reply to Psych Today inquiries within 24 business hours. “You have to start believing you deserve more than just the bare minimum.” As a psychotherapist, I believe that every person has the innate right and capacity to feel safe and cultivate a beautiful life for themselves. However, sometimes we need a little help along the way. I firmly believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behavior.

It takes a lot of courage to step outside one's comfort zone to seek help when struggling. Therapy makes personal growth, healing, and positive change possible. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, neurodiverse conditions, suicidal ideations, and interpersonal relationship concerns. I use a client-centered approach to promote an authentic, safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for you to work through any troubles you may be having.

Deciding to engage in therapy can be a daunting task and I believe the connection to your therapist is extremely important. With me you'll experience a safe, secure, and non-judgemental environment in which to explore oneself on a much deeper level. I come from a psychodynamic and attachment lenes in which to explore oneself deeper and make connections to current behaviors. Through increased awareness and understanding of ourselves, I believe we can gain the power necessary to change that to which is causing difficulties in our lives. I have a passion for helping others gain greater awareness and insight into their lives.

My passion and commitment to helping those affected by various mental health and life concerns is illustrated by my genuine, caring approach in counseling. I am sex positive, culturally sensitive, and LGBTQ+ affirming. My focus is both integrative and eclectic as I create a safe space for my clients to tell their story and heal. You are not your disorder or your symptoms. Together, we can explore how to engage the healing process and uncover your true self. You deserve to feel heard and seen. I'm honored to view the world from your perspective.

I am a fully licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My primary client base is adults of all ages where we address a wide variety of treatment issues, specifically utilizing a treatment style that caters to each client’s individual needs. I am currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and Psychoeducational/Psychological testing. Feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation if you have BCBS, Aetna, or are self-pay. I am also nationally licensed psychologist through PsyPact interjurisdictional license, able to provide therapy in over 40 US states.

I see adults (individual & couples), adolescents, and children 12+. My ultimate goal is to not only help my clients overcome their presenting issues, but also to foster within them a deeper, more complete understanding of themselves, as well as any relevant diagnoses. It is true that therapy can at times feel difficult, but the benefits (hope, support, validation, relief from trauma, reflective guidance, coping skills, insight into sources of distress, strategies for strengthening relationships, psychoeducation, etc.) can be lifelong and, with the right psychotherapist-client fit, even the most challenging sessions feel therapeutic.

Counseling is an important way to invest in your health and future. For some, counseling can be a way to work through difficult life seasons, including career transition, parenting or relationship stress, divorce, or grief/loss. For others who may have a history of abuse, depression, anxiety, or other condition, counseling can help one learn to manage symptoms and to pursue a life of joy and contentment. For couples or families, for whom old ways of connecting and resolving problems are no longer working, psychotherapy provides a way to explore how a situation began and to develop new ways of resolving difficulties.

In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.

Welcome! How are you? I know things might be difficult right now. Perhaps you feel like you’re staring into an endless void that’s gotten too heavy to bare. Maybe your anxiety makes it seem impossible to build or maintain relationships, or you find it difficult to let go of unhealthy attachments. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to. If life's got you emotionally exhausted, don’t worry. You're in the right place!

Are experiences with trauma keeping you stuck in the past and interfering with your quality of life? Do you find yourself trapped in harmful patterns that prevent you from having meaningful relationships? Are you constantly seeking to matter, feeling not good enough, or driven towards perfection? Working through these issues can be challenging and provoke tremendous distress. I cannot promise this process will be easy, but I can confidently say that there is hope for the future. As a licensed psychotherapist, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance that can be used as a vehicle for recovery and growth.

My clients come to therapy because they are looking for support in facing life transitions; they may be dealing with a health diagnosis, new parenting stage, or shifting family dynamics. Often, when life is difficult or not going the way we had planned, we fight against what IS with what we think it should be. My clients want to find joy and purpose in the life they have and are looking for a safe place to explore their life stories to find strength and light. I also work with interracial families on racial identity development and with white folks wanting to do antiracist work while exploring what it means to be white.

Have you ever felt stuck in the same cycle over and over no matter how hard you try to break away? These type of patterns can often make it feel impossible to stay connected, be at peace, and thrive. I want you to know there is hope. Together we can explore how past patterns and trauma affect the present while building on your strengths to manifest a feeling of inner strength and freedom. I value creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients of LGBTQ+ identities, kink/sex-positive practices, and polyamorous relationships are safe and welcomed.

I offer a safe space for you to be vulnerable, heard, and validated. I understand that no single approach is right for any one person. We will work together to clarify your needs in a non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and ideas. We will navigate fears, process your past, and learn the coping skills that will be best suited for you. Through therapy you will feel more understanding and compassion toward yourself, experience fulfillment in your relationships, and feel more confident moving forward in life.

At Michigan Modern Psychology (MMP) we offer therapy and evaluations for individuals of all ages in a private and comfortable setting. With multiple therapists on staff to meet your clinical needs, we provide comprehensive and well-rounded treatment for children, individuals, couples and families. We are committed to providing the latest in clinical innovations from the behavioral sciences within a psychodynamic context. The practice first opened in 1996 and continues to grow.

My approach is mindful, non-judgmental, and eclectic. I invite and challenge clients to build a stronger connection with themselves by using a strengths-based, evidence-based, and holistic approach. Therapy is an exploratory process where both people in the room are learners and teachers. I use a mixed-methods approach which takes from Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and other evidence-based somatic and cognitive techniques.

Starting therapy is an amazing step to working towards understanding yourself on a deeper level, unlocking new perspectives, and building the resilience needed to navigate life’s twists and turns with confidence and clarity. I am here to be your co-pilot on this journey, providing warmth and understanding in each session. I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for individuals navigating the complexities of their experiences.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, life transitions, and women's issues in teens and adults. Therapy is such a powerful tool, and it’s some of the most important work a person can do because you are one of your greatest projects in this life. Like peeling back layers of an onion, with each layer you grow more and more into the most authentic version of yourself. More often than not, you learn that some of the burdens you’ve been carrying around all this time are not your weight to bear – so, maybe it's time to learn how to lighten the load.

Imagine is dedicated to treating the whole person, practicing from a belief that mental and emotional struggles not only reside within the mind but also in the body. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma in adolescent and adult women, offering a genuine and holistic place to heal. Imagine’s approach is rooted in psychodynamic theory, integrating modalities such as somatic, internal family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapies. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and is in the process of receiving her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) designation.