Therapists in Royal Oak, MI

Life is difficult. Grief, loss, trauma and all of the existential concerns of relationships with others, the relationship with yourself and the meaning and purpose for your life and occupations, are all very real emotional problems. Effective therapy addresses these concerns in a way that nothing else can.

Are you feeling like you don't belong? Have you been struggling to feel connected to yourself and the people around you? Are you caught up in thoughts of the past or worries about the future? It can feel hopeless to go through life questioning your worth and wondering whether you will ever find relief. I can assist you with feeling comfortable in your own skin again. We can work together to better understand your thoughts and feelings in a way that empowers you and gives you hope. You can start to believe that you do matter and that you have something to offer this world and the people around you.

It’s hard to tell someone else your deepest secrets. The truth about your gender, your desires, your struggling relationship. You’re left feeling alienated and unsure if you will ever find the kind of true connection that you crave. You know deep inside that relationships and intimacy are meant to be wonderful…but something is holding you back. Fear of rejection. Fear of judgement. Fear of not being enough. Fear of not knowing what to do. Fear of being alone. I'm here to help with this sense of disconnection and despair. I believe we all deserve to love and be loved- and especially, to love ourselves.

You're looking for support, to feel understood, and cared for. You need someone that will be on your side. You're ready to take the first step in your journey of recovery, self-discovery, and self-care. You're ready to replace shame with kindness for yourself. Keeping in mind that you are an expert in your own life, I am here to support you as you make the change you will see for yourself through counseling. I offer a brave, safe, and accepting space for individuals and couples to feel empowered.

Dr. Steven Nakisher offers a practical approach in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere to help clients gain insight, make lasting changes in life and "get out your own way". With over 25 years of experience, he works particularly well with people who have previously experienced therapy as unhelpful. Dr. Nakisher also works a business consultant to major corporations, improving business through human capital.

Dr. Nakisher offers a practical approach in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere to help clients gain insight, make lasting changes in life and get out your own way. He works particularly well with people who have previously experienced therapy as unhelpful. Dr. Nakisher also works a business consultant to major corporations, improving business through human capital.

Congratulations on taking this step toward your healing! I believe therapy is an amazing tool to help you live your best life. Do you have a history of trauma or sexual abuse? Are you feeling disconnected from your body, overwhelmed with anxiety, or want to improve your sex life? I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and I specialize in working with survivors of trauma and sexual abuse. I provide a holistic approach to therapy incorporating both the mind and body. I am also a tantric-inspired sex, love, and relationship coach and can help you uplevel your intimacy.

You're exhausted from trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, your body won't let go of trauma and stress. You are constantly on alert. It feels like there's always a threat. You feel as though something you wrong with you. You worry that you are broken. It seems like you have lost your way, but you know there is more to you than your past. You are ready to heal and no longer want to be stuck in the past. You're not ready to give up. You know this is the time for change but you aren't sure where to turn or what to do. You are ready to release the trauma trapped inside.

Did you know that the quality of a therapeutic relationship is a better predictor of clinical success rather than therapy style? I place particular emphasis on fostering that relationship while helping clients work toward their goals. In essence, we are a team trying to get you closer to where you want to be. I aspire to be your best advocate (second to yourself, of course), and whenever needed, a cheerleader. Most of my caseload is made up of long-term clients who choose to continue treatment for reasons such as: continual insight, healing, growth, and in some cases a way to guarantee regular accountability and self-introspection.

Welcome to my psychotherapy practice. Finding unique solutions that create the most effective changes for my clients has motivated me through my 20 plus years of clinical experience. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples, specializing in anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationships. Having created and managed small businesses most of my career, I’m skilled in supporting managers and business owners in navigating difficult personalities and work dynamics. I have 30 years of teaching experience, including 20 as a certified meditation teacher, and a decade teaching Spanish in corporate settings.

Are you struggling to meet your full potential? Does fear seem to get in the way of your true desires? Do your self-perceptions affect other aspects of your life such as your relationships and/or career? The journey of therapy is one of self-reflection and exploration, self-awareness, and growth. I was trained with the Humanistic belief that many factors of one's life play a role in our development and fuel our thought and behavior patterns later in life. Together, we can develop a treatment plan that works best for you and encompasses your current needs and goals.

I specialize in life transitions, and everything that comes with them, throughout childhood, adolescents, young adulthood, and adulthood. This includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, anger, and substance misuse. I also have a breadth of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I provide individual and family therapy. I see clients aged 5 and up.

Accepting new clients. Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Whether you are moving through a transition, managing relationships, grieving, feeling anxious or sad, curious about your sexual or gender identity, and so much more... I welcome you here. If you are looking for a safe, warm, and judgement-free space to learn more about yourself and heal, then you are in the right place. Together we can embrace all the humor, weirdness, and awkwardness that come with taking steps towards growth. I am currently accepting new individual, couple, and family clients. Maternal mental healthcare is a mindset and I work with folks in all walks of life.

A core part of humanity is to feel belonging. Many people experience that most intensely during childhood from their family and friends. As we grow older we develop other relationships that give us that sense of belonging. When you experience injuries to those relationships it can leave yo feeling isolated and depressed. When those injuries happen during childhood it is referred to as Developmental Trauma. But trauma is not a life sentence, in fact what many people don't know is that Post-Traumatic Growth is more common than Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I work with individuals and families who want to understand trauma and grow.

“The only constant in life is change.” Are you adjusting to a: new job, relationship, loss of a loved one, or overall change in your way of life? Do you feel overwhelmed by the many changes causing you to feel stagnant? You notice others seemingly accepting change fluidly throughout their lives and are somewhat in awe of the process. You are tired of replaying the same scenario in your head, while your sadness and anxiety escalate.

My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, affirming space where we can work collaboratively to identify current areas in which you are struggling, decrease your negative symptoms, and improve your overall quality of life. Using your individual strengths, needs, and preferences, we will formulate a personalized plan for your therapy experience. I have worked with many adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and challenges specific to members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Does your child or teen struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors? Do you need help in supporting your child's emotional needs? Does your parent-child relationship need to grow? Does your family need support to cope with a traumatic event or difficult life stressors? I work with children as young as three, neurodiverse clients with ADHD and learning challenges, and clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and anger. I use neurodiversity affirming, person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed frameworks to provide my clients lasting change.

My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that a supportive, safe, non-judgmental, empathic therapeutic relationship can be a most powerful catalyst for change, growth, and healing. I endeavor to create a safe holding space for my clients in which they feel seen, heard, known, supported, understood, and valued for who they are, no matter how they are. I operate from a person-centered frame, considering each individual the expert of their own, unique, lived, human experience. Together, I collaborate with my clients to create individualized treatment plans based on their concerns and integrating evidence based interventions.