Teletherapy for Michigan

The hardest step in change is asking someone for help. Therapy is a collaborative, coaching, and self-building journey where we work together to accomplish your desired goals. I enjoy working with men and women on depression, grief and loss, anxiety, men's issues, self-esteem, relationship challenges, obesity and weight loss, chronic pain, and long-term disabilities such as visual impairment.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and addiction. My areas of expertise include couples therapy, men's issues, sexual issues, and parenting issues. My approach to therapy is engaging and interactive. I believe that therapy should not be hard and heavy. You can not fix a problem from the same place it came from. My motto is "light and easy." We will confront difficult situations and tackle great challenges together in a light and easy way. I aim to inspire my clients and more often than not my clients end up inspiring me.

I am passionate about helping people grow and change. I have received training from some of the nation's foremost experts in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though experience has taught me the importance of integrating other treatment models as well. I enjoy doing therapy and have a wealth of experience treating a variety of presenting problems. I particularly enjoy working with veterans, athletes and men's issues. Feel free to reach out to me. If for some reason I am unable to see you personally, I can likely direct you to a colleague who will be the right fit.

I am a trained marriage and family therapist. I serve a variety of clients. I have been successful with guiding couples through communication, infidelity, intimacy challenges and more. I counsel families towards stabilization and harmony through helping manage parenting, teen and adolescent problems. I provide counsel to individuals with an array of issues such as anxiety, depression, feeling stuck, etc...

Contact Lakeside Professional Counseling to schedule. I work with individuals and couples battling trauma and grief; first responders; veterans; current service members; family members of law enforcement and military. I specialize in men's issues; professionals struggling with compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, burnout; sexual abuse of men and women; life transitions and stress; infidelity; individuals at the end-of-life stage; anxiety and mood disorders. I utilize cognitive-based approaches such as CBT along with other Patient-Centered counseling techniques.

Life is difficult. With the right tools and some effort, it does not have to be. My hope is to help you with your goals. Whether that is to feel better (less depressed, anxious or angry), improve your relationships (with a spouse, parent, child, etc.), change your behaviors (substance use, self harm, avoidance), or anything else that is important to you, I'd love the opportunity to help. I enjoy working with a number of different presenting problems. My passions are working with teens/adults, men's issues (especially navigating work and/or family life), post-partum Dad's, athletes and substance use/co-occurring disorders.

It can be hard to keep going when you feel stuck in your life, whether it is a relationship, a job, or simply just not knowing what to do with the thoughts that come into your head. Maybe you’ve turned to alcohol, food, gaming, sex, or some other way to feel and connect with something, or just check out. This is not the end for you, but a beginning to rewriting the story of your life. Let’s work together toward a plan and action steps that accomplish becoming the connected, clear, and courageous person that will be consistent with your newly-defined values.

It would be my honor to walk alongside you on your journey through life and assist with helping you tackle some of your hardest struggles as well as celebrate in your highest achievements. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with emotional and mental blocks.

I am dedicated to providing you with an opportunity to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from reaching your goals or from being your best self. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, with flexibility and an understanding that one treatment approach doesn't work for everyone. I meet you where you are, and my goal is to work with you get to where you want to be in your life with warmth, sensitivity and wisdom.

I understand that psychological and emotional distress can come in many forms and affects each of us differently. My primary purpose is to help you overcome these obstacles, while focusing on personal growth and attaining your short and long-term goals. I am committed to helping you through the therapeutic process professionally and with confidentiality and sensitivity.

As a dedicated cognitive behavioral therapist specializing in adult mental health, I am committed to empowering individuals aged 18 to 64 in their journey towards improved well-being. With expertise in anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, life transitions, men's issues, self-esteem, and stress management, I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

I am a clinical psychologist in private practice for more than 15 years in the St.Clair Shores area. Over that time I have enjoyed working with many families and individuals to find solutions to their problems. I hold a degree in Clinical Psychology from Wayne State University in 1994. I later completed an internship at Henry Ford Hospital with a specialization in working with children and adolescents.

My greatest passion in life is helping people. I am committed to my clients and care deeply about helping them achieve positive outcomes through therapy. My therapeutic style is warm, unconditionally accepting, and supportive. I view therapy as a collaborative process and strive to tailor treatment to reflect those goals most important to you.

My philosophy is that curiosity is what life is about. I am constantly curious about life and about my clients. I strive to learn as much as I can so I can work together with clients to help them better their lives and reach their goals. I try to pull from many therapeutic models, using what works best for the client. I truly believe that with open eyes and a kind heart, I can meet the client where they are and help bring them to where they want to be.

Having trouble dealing with anxiety, loneliness or need someone to listen without judgment, I may be the right therapist for you. I am open to working with adults from a variety of backgrounds and challenges. As an African American from a low-income background, I am inspired to help individuals cope with systemic issues affecting your identity. As a former student from Western Michigan University, my experience with people from different countries, spiritual beliefs or sexual orientations is an open privilege to learn from. My approach as an advocate and assistant navigator, I will work with you to meet your goals.

Now accepting new clients - Through over twenty-five years of experience in the human service field I understand our struggles in life can be difficult and lonely. I have found that connection, laughter and a warm smile can be the key to healing. I strive to provide compassionate care to those learning to heal, and I have experience treating: men's issues, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, trauma stemming from childhood and interpersonal relationships, grief and loss, marriage/relationship difficulties, eating disorders/disordered eating, and weight loss related challenges.

Ruben is a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing in an outpatient setting since 2022. He has several years of prior experience working as a community-based therapist and in an adolescent group home setting. Ruben graduated with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Ruben believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. His main areas of focus include Family/Couples Therapy, Men's issues, and Military/Veterans issues.

Do you feel overwhelmed by work, school, or family responsibilities? Is depression or anxiety holding you back from reaching your goals? Are you feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships? I believe that everyone struggles with navigating life's challenges at some point, and we all could use some assistance in creating a more fulfilling and joyful life. I provide a safe and collaborative environment for clients to explore their feelings and discuss their struggles. I work together with clients to find creative solutions to their problems and to apply those solutions to their real-life situations.

Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.