Therapists in Michigan

Do you feel overwhelmed with worry and panic? Are your relationships Characterized by discord and conflict? Perhaps you are struggling with an addiction that you can't control. Maybe you are struggling with your self-image and negative self-perception, or maybe life has been very challenging lately. If you are a motivated adult keen to bring about change but uncertain about how to start, I can be there as a guiding supportive force, helping you learn to live with joy and purpose.

Struggle is part of what it means to be human. Many of us deal with significant stress related to struggles with communication, relationships, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am an experienced therapist who specializes in helping clients learn to cope with difficulties and challenges while exploring the historical and relational reasons behind their struggles. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced traumatic events in their lives and are looking for a way forward.

Hello, I am Rachel and I am a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW). My experience includes 5+ years of working in the community mental health system with children, teens and families. I believe active listening and empathy are crucial components of the therapeutic process. I strive to help individuals achieve their goals by building on their strengths and determination.

Therapy can be scary, overwhelming, and foreign. My job is to make you feel comfortable and empowered in your mental health journey. I specialize in working with people who are new to therapy, are hesitant to begin therapy, and have experienced mistrust in past therapeutic relationships. The privilege of hearing many unique experiences in the world has molded me into a non-judgemental and client-centered therapist. I pride myself on my ethics and my impeccable ability to guide clients through change by strengthening the therapeutic relationship. Everyone deserves a space to be unapologetically themselves, you can find that with me.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Sometimes our lives are not what we want them to be, and we find ourselves searching for change. When you are ready to find relief, I’m here to help. Whether you are looking for relief from mental illness or someone just to help process life, I would love to talk to you. My focus is working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and/or have a history of trauma. I have a particular interest in working with college students as well as medical professionals and their partners.

My primary goal as an effective clinician is to work with compassion and drive to help individuals find solutions to life’s struggles while improving their interpersonal relationships and encouraging self-actualization. As a master’s level clinician, I work in a private practice where I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression.

You hold yourself to a higher standard yet, lately seem to have lost focus and struggle to maintain your motivation. You find yourself starting to believe the small voice in the back of your head stating that you are not good enough. You go to lengths to take great care of others, however, do not extend the same love and care to yourself. You put on a happy face and pretend that all is well, however, often can feel very much alone and anxious. You may feel consumed by: sadness, fear, anger or hopelessness; and even the simplest of tasks seems overwhelming. You long to get back to your old self and find joy and meaning in life.

My ideal client is someone who admits they need help due to the fact that what they have been trying thus far is not working. They are looking to better themselves or help remedy life conflicts, stress, trauma, addiction, or daily life struggles. A client who is ready to engage in having a thoughtful, nurturing, safe space to help them move to a healthier life style and finding peace within. My new and ongoing training aligns with my core-values and therapeutic approach. I am confident the more I continue to learn, the better I am equipped to serve the individual needs of my clients.

You are in the drivers seat! We focus on the important issues to you and the goals you would like to achieve most. I believe in offering a non-judgmental, safe, and confidential space for you to say whatever you feel comfortable to share. I bring attention to the whole individual; mind, body, and spirit to help foster positivity, health, and wellness. My practice continues to focus on trauma, eating disorders, addiction and other mental health concerns. I respect and admire anyone with the self-awareness to make the call to come in.

You've been through so much, and you're tired of carrying these heavy emotions on your own. There are days when you find it difficult to cope, and it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. The last thing you need is to feel stuck or helpless. You're not one to back down from a challenge, but there are moments when it all feels overwhelming, and it's hard to keep your resilience intact.

I work with high functioning professionals with trauma inducing work and/or previous Traumas. Often, this leads to things like: unwanted habits, exhaustion/fatigue, low self worth, moral injury, compassion fatigue, etc. If you are living a 'successful' life, yet feel you got lost in it somewhere, let's talk! Unfortunately, stigma for mh and sud issues also exists for providers. Coaching is a tool that can address your targeted pain points and produce results - safely, confidentially and with support of a peer with vast knowledge in these matters and how they impact our work and lives (and vice versa).

Therapy can be an essential support to help you reduce stress, process issues, and find more joy in life. I aim to help clients find peace in themselves and the world around them. Whether we are focused on learning better coping skills, addressing addiction, or processing past traumas, we will use the therapy relationship to meet your goals. I have specialized training in Adult ADHD treatment. Parts Work/Internal Family Systems therapy, and Brainspotting therapy for treating trauma and improving performance.

My personal motto is "No mud. No lotus." To me, this means, without suffering there cannot be beauty. My entire life I have been fascinated with resilience- the ability to overcome. What makes people stronger when they they have faced so much adversity? I started my career focused on how to help people become more resilient, and along the way I have learned so much, not just about overcoming obstacles, but also about building up strengths.

Do you feel like your emotions are intense? Are you having a hard time regulating your emotions or are you feeling confused by your emotions? I strive to create authentic connections with my clients and will ensure a warm, safe environment to enhance a trusting relationship to speak about any struggles you may be facing. I utilize a number of different skills to best fit your individual needs. I am DBT informed, meaning I have the skills to work with individuals who may feel their emotions very intensely. I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy when they find the "right fit" therapist.

Guiding Light Counseling Services utilizes evidence-based practices to ensure ethical practice allowing clients to experience emotional relief without additional trauma. Clients create personalized treatment goals, develop crisis safety plans, and effectively work towards their treatment goals at their own pace. As a team of mental health clinicians, we provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and/or examine their personal thoughts and feelings utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

I'm here to support you as you face your fears, challenge your thinking, regain hope and heal. Whether you are experiencing a challenging life transition, family stressor, struggling with making a tough decision, suffering from heartbreaking grief/loss and/or a painful traumatic experience...I won't tell you how to live your life as I believe you are the expert on you, but if you are seeking clarity,guidance,feedback,coping skills, and validation then I can assure you that's what you will receive. We all deserve a supportive network and I've learned that "we don't have to do it all alone, we were never meant to." Dr. Brene Brown

Welcome. I'm Dr. Janelle Smith, but most of my clients just call me "Doc." I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in the mental health field for over 10 years. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, and solution-oriented. I work with my clients to determine how to apply research-proven techniques in their lives to help reduce difficulties and increase quality of life. Together, we'll develop tools and skills, and use our therapy space as a sounding board to support you while we work together through your concerns. I value client feedback and work to tailor my approach to what works best for you!

I excel in working with teens and adults within the LGBTQ community who experience struggles with their gender/sexuality, domestic/interpersonal/intimate partner violence, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and difficult/abusive family dynamics.

As a trauma specialist/mental health therapist, my ideal patient is seeking RELIEF from: Negative overthinking; RELIEF from Anxiety/Depression; RELIEF from Substance Abuse; RELIEF from Sleeping issues: RELIEF from Toxic Male Thinking: RELIEF from effects of a troubled marriage or relationship issues; RELIEF from unprocessed trauma; RELIEF from losing one's self from a troubled childhood; RELIEF from losing one's Spiritual path; RELIEF from tough unresolved child-parent issues; RELIEF from job stress, life stress and interpersonal distress. My scope of service also includes psych testing, (ADHD, SUD & court ordered evaluations.)