Therapists in Michigan

Everyone experiences life struggles. I believe clients come to therapy already equipped with the tools and skills to make change and therapy is a tool to help accomplish that goal. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma, depression, anxiety and relationship problems. I've worked with adults, children, adolescents and families for 20 years, and take great joy in seeing change happen in the lives of others. I believe in a client-centered approach, which means you are the expert of your own life, and I am a facilitator in helping you accomplish your own goals. I also have experience working with other healthcare professionals.

I have seen people struggle for years with depression and/or anxiety caused by negative thoughts we have about ourselves from things we have been through in life, some things big and bad, others unintentional or seemingly benign. While we all experience challenges in life, you don't deserve to suffer and I can/want to help you find that relief. Medication helps, but is not the answer to long term recovery. Regular talk therapy can also be helpful, but often is not effective for recovery. EMDR therapy has been the most hopeful service for long term recovery I have found and the benefits can be physiologically understood.

Most of my most current clients are adolescents and young adults wanting to uderstand why they are not satisfied with their lives. Most issues involve their relationships: Family, friend, sexual, work, or school. With the increased stress of the pandemic and economic insecurities today, everything is magnified and more difficult. What most clients want is to feel what they believe was normal again. Every story is unique and individual. No treatment plan is based on a cookie cutter approach. Your treatment is based on your needs and desires. You are a partner in your treatment. Actually you are in charge. I'm there to help you.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties due to the trauma of sexual victimization and domestic violence. I have worked extensively within the Kent County Family Court system and various area agencies in addressing safety and advocacy issues for children and families. Additional areas of clinical expertise include anxiety and panic disorder, marriage counseling and working with divorced parents in establishing an effective co-parenting plan for the children. I have co-facilitated a grief recovery support group for the past 6 years.

It is written, "Hope is an anchor for the soul, firm and secure." A popular image of an anchor symbolizes safety and stability. Many people - maybe even you - face terrible storms in their lives: addiction, abuse, fear, loss of relationships, joblessness, loneliness and more. In response to life's storms, people turn to compulsive sexual behavior, anger, substance abuse and food to soothe themselves. These "medications" not only do not work, but create chaos in our lives. Other ways of dealing with turmoil include lying, isolation and feelings of shame, guilt and worthlessness. I offer a refuge to chart a new course.

Welcome to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. In this safe space, you've embarked on the path of personal growth, demonstrating your commitment to harnessing the incredible power of your mind. Your decision to seek guidance shows your dedication to nurturing a stronger, more resilient version of yourself. Embracing change and pursuing growth is a testament to your courage. Together, we'll unlock the potential within, ensuring that no untapped possibilities remain within you. Transforming the unrealized into the tangible. The key to a fulfilling life lies in nurturing what's alive within you.

Michigan Psychological Care handles a wide variety of mental health. With 5 offices and the option of telemedicine, we are able to reach anyone in Michigan. We provide individual therapy, group counseling, family and couples counseling, substance abuse treatment, psychological evaluation, and much more. For a full list of our services, visit our website at www.michiganpsychologicalcare.com/jackson-psychological-services.php

I have a lot of experience helping teenagers and adults through therapy focused on trauma. I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families. I use different approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and EMDR, to ensure the best outcomes.

Create the life you want. Move forward and heal through counseling. Remove thought barriers and take steps towards making a better future for yourself. Especially during the pandemic, we are engulfed by a sea of challenging emotions and changes. There are solutions and brighter days ahead! I specialize in complicated cases, DBT group therapy, stress management, depression, grief and loss (including pet loss). I have worked with families, children, teens, and adults in a wide variety of settings. Over 22 years of experience. With my diverse background I will help you find a creative solution to your concerns.

I believe therapy should be tailored to what each individual client needs and should be a collaborative process in which clients find their ability to empower themselves and find ways to make positive changes in their life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, judgement free place where my clients can explore their lives and experiences to better understand themselves and their goals. I believe in applying a direct, integrative, and inclusive approach helping my clients identify their goals so I can support them on their journey to achieving them.

I interlace myriad strategies for assuaging complex trauma, increasing vulnerability, improving emotional and physical intimacy, strengthening relationships, and decreasing the disconnecting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

Are you stuck on a hamster wheel? Feeling like you can't get off? We often get trapped in faulty mindsets that limit our perspectives and impair our ability to thrive. But maintaining those mindsets is a choice. Contrary to popular belief, maintaining the status quo - not therapy - is the easy way out. Healing is possible and achievable, but only if you are willing to bring your hurts, longings and dreams to the light.

My personal theoretical foundation is not limited to one approach. I believe it is necessary for counselors to be adaptive. Every client is different and our responses and approaches should be equally diverse. One person may need a cognitive behavioral approach whereas another would be more responsive to brief counseling. This eclectic approach will be applied to all clients. Techniques will vary between clients to best meet the individual client's needs.

Contact my office (email or phone) or visit: www.LakesideProfessionalCounseling.com. "Life can be a difficult struggle at times. Your situation and goals are unique and matter to me. I offer you a Cognitive-based Person-Centered and Strength based empathetic approach to your support and care. Sessions offer both support and structure. I can help with dual diagnosis, a wide range mental health needs including substance use disorder, trauma, life transitions, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression and much more. You will be heard and treated with respect and compassionate support."

State certified advanced alcohol & drug counselor, State licensed board certified Master social Worker (clinical and macro license), 20 years of experience providing client centered therapeutic care options to enhance mental, emotional, behavioral & physical well-being. Offer a comprehensive behavioral health service array including individual, couple, family, group, mental health (depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, panic disorder) and substance abuse therapies to achieve recovery. Compassionately integrate trauma informed care while serving those overwhelmed with life circumstances. Provide expert SW supervision.

What do patients say about Eric Pihlgren, PhD, owner of Aspen Behavioral Health, PC? Here are some comments from online reviews: "Very dedicated and thorough. Effectively teaches the methods of DBT"..."He made me feel comfortable and knew so much about the issues I needed help with...best Psychologist in Oakland County!!!"..."He's really good at what he does." Dr. Pihlgren is a fully-licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in the treatment of adolescents and adults with moderate to severe psychological disorders. Through his extensive educational, training and work experience, Dr. Pihlgren is uniquely qualified to provide psychotherapy to treat a broad range of problems.

Immediate evening availability. Connection has been a continuous theme in my life. Becoming a therapist was an easy choice - it reflects a core part of me that enjoys getting to know people at a real level. I've particularly enjoyed my work with depression, anxiety, and self-esteem; relationship and family conflict; and LGBTQ+ and intimacy. ​ While my clients have shared they enjoy my keen observations, reflective nature, and sometimes challenging inquiries, they also appreciate my lightheartedness and positive energy. I work to provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment and view YOU as the expert in your own life. ​

The world gets better with you! You belong, you matter, and your life is important. My greatest hope is to share healing, warmth, and compassion in therapy, so I will be grateful for the opportunity in each and every time we meet. I sincerely believe in the propensity of this work to save and sustain lives all the way from surviving to thriving. I am committed to creating a space and time that you can regularly count on to be nourishing, healthy, and safe.

As a licensed psychotherapist, I have experience working with a variety of issues. I believe that change happens when an individual experiences the therapeutic relationship as safe and nonjudgmental. This allows individuals to develop a voice and be heard. I support my clients in accessing their innate motivation to change while assisting them in re-evaluating patterns of thought and behavior that inhibit personal growth. I have been trained in therapeutic practices that are shown to be effective in helping clients to reach their personal goals.