Parenting Therapists in 48357

All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.

I love working with "high energy " boys and their parents. Whether they are diagnosed with ADHD or simply need some help with directing their energy and impulses to improve life at home and at school. In terms of adults I work with couples who are struggling to connect emotionally and have the same unresolved issues that come up over and over again. The third client group I work with are adults struggling with addiction and those with a history of childhood trauma, particularly emotional and/or sexual abuse who are trying to heal and grow beyond the abuse. I am also uniquely qualified to work with traumatic injury recovery.

Are you a teenager or adult struggling with a lack of confidence? Do you worry constantly about what might happen or what other people think of you? Perhaps you are struggling with depression and you just don't feel like the person you once were. Sometimes when people are struggling they tend to wait it out, hoping things will get better. Occasionally things do improve but more often than not the waiting it out approach can result in symptoms worsening. It can also lead to developing harmful ways of coping like isolation or alcohol or drug use.

Sometimes living hurts. Sometimes we can be so overwhelmed by circumstances and stresses that it feels difficult to function. Coming to therapy is a courageous and hopeful step. Wether it’s to deal with anxiety, depression, trauma or family conflict, I absolutely believe that together we can find ways to reduce your suffering and find a path to healing and peace.

I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation, negative body issues,self-esteem and addiction. Maybe you never feel like you are "in the moment", distracted by constant worry, or no matter how much you try you feel like you aren't good enough. Perhaps past hurts and experiences seem to be barriers to moving forward. With the right insight, tools and support you can move forward, experiencing change and growth.

I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, particularly childhood trauma from abuse and neglect, as well as stress management, and weight management. Often times my clients have tried traditional talk therapy with varying results and are interested in trying different techniques. I am a certified yoga instructor, trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems and incorporate all of these approaches into sessions.

My goal as a therapist is to help others learn about and understand their issues in a safe and open environment. Seeking out help can be scary and stressful, and my hope is to make people feel comfortable addressing their concerns without feeling judged. Therapy is a unique and personal experience, and I provide empathy, active listening, and various interventions to match each person’s needs and goals. I use a mixture of therapeutic techniques to help individuals identify the issues they would like to focus on and to develop goals. I believe goal setting and providing tools to cope are imperative to success in therapy.