Anger Management Therapists in Rochester Hills, MI

Deciding to go see a therapist is not the easiest decision, but can be the best decision you make to start to live the life you are meant to, and gain the emotional and practical life tools you need begin. I have been in practice for over 27 years, and am effective in treating addictions, substance dependence or abuse, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar etc), trauma, PTSD, anger management (individual and/or group), grief and loss, and work with psychiatry for medication assistance, if needed. I also can provide Drivers License evaluations, and treat those with addictions or who are substance dependent.

My focus is on building rapport with clients to help assist in empowering individuals and families to gain more control over their life. In addition, our work will focus helping clients to gain insight and develop strategies to assist in improving their daily life. My goal is to provide support and assist clients with the necessary tools and skills to attain their identified goals.

Michelle graduated from the Michigan School of Psychology with a Master's degree in Clinical psychology. Michelle strives to provide psychodynamic and age-appropriate services for her clients in order to curate a treatment plan to address needs, and wants! Michelle primarily specializes with ADHD management, general anxiety disorders, depression and stress management, managing anger and adjustment disorders. Using an evidence-based approach, I provide intensive talk therapy services, utilizing modalities of psychodynamic techniques such as Family Systems Approach; other modes of CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and Schema therapy.

NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. For the past 18 years, I've had the privilege of helping people of all ages through life challenges and heal from difficult experiences. Clients experience long-term change, due to interventions that are healing, supportive, and empowering. Trust and safety are established in an environment where people can feel understood, respected, and never judged, which is the most important thing to me to provide, as a therapist. Asking for help can be difficult and takes courage. I admire anyone willing to explore therapy as an opportunity for growth and healing.

Counseling involves empathy, congruence, trust, and genuineness and is based on an open therapeutic relationship. I 'am skilled, trained and have the necessary tools to assist my clients in the therapeutic process. Establishing a trusting, genuine, secure and judgement free environment is conducive to a healthy therapeutic safe haven. Through my education and personal experience I 'am devoted to giving my client the gift of resolve, healing and strength. As I help them explore emotions, feelings, thoughts and beliefs that they encounter daily.

Caring and strength-based counseling allows families, kids, and parents to rediscover old strengths, learn and develop new ones, all of which make it possible to walk a different path, away from problems and towards new pleasures. I can help you experience greater mastery and back in control of your life. We can handle a lot, but sometimes one extra stressor or life-changing incident throws us off balance. Then we feel anger, anxiety, and/or depression. Adding insult to injury, these negative emotions further stress us out, making it harder to find solutions and regain our balance in life.

I am a Licensed Social Worker currently working in a clinical setting. I work with adults, adolescents and children. I have past experience working as a School Social Worker in elementary, middle school and high school settings. My background and training enable me to assist my clients with a variety of concerns, including those suffering from depression, anxiety, anger management issues and other life challenges.

Life has its fair share of ups and downs and despite your best efforts, the old ways of approaching life's challenges may no longer work. Seeking professional help can be difficult, but as a fully licensed and nationally certified counselor, my goal is to create an encouraging, safe, trusting, and compassionate environment where you can begin to heal. Discovering new ways to think about your past, your current challenges, and your future, can reduce stress, improve health, enhance relationships and increase self-esteem. When paired with setting goals and implementing new behavioral skills, personal growth is MORE than achievable!

"The struggle you're in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow." I'm passionate about working with adults and couples who are seeking to overcome life challenges and live a fulfilling life. I strive to create a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment that encourages insight and self-awareness and enhances the self-discovery process. I will empower you to make positive changes in your life that increase personal connections and help you to feel hopeful about the future.

At North Oakland Counseling our mission is to: 1-Improve your communication skills so you can deepen your connection in marriage and other relationships. 2-Provide you with tools to cope effectively with stress and experience relief from anxiety and depression. 3-Help you control & manage obsessive-compulsive behaviors. 4-Work with you through grief and emptiness so you are able to transform hopelessness and helplessness into joy and happiness. 5- Help you manage anger & recover from abuse, trauma, & addictions. 6-Increase your sense of personal integrity consciously and subconsciously so you can begin to experience more life contentment and more authentic self.

For many of us, problems with concentration, low energy or motivation, and conflict with those close to us make each day a challenge, resulting in unhealthy coping methods. Anxiety and depression are oftentimes the cause for these difficulties. I help clients using a cognitive behavioral approach to treat those issues and others such as guilt, self-esteem, trauma, anger, addiction, GLBT issues, and family/behavior problems. I rely on a solution-focused, collaborative approach. My practice is geared toward children ages 8 & up, adolescents, and adults. Call for an appointment today so we may begin helping you achieve your goals.

When issues like depression, anxiety, panic, anger, or worry disrupt your quality of life it's crucial to have daily coping skills to get through. As your therapist, I will help you develop an effective treatment plan for intentionally utilizing the latest stress reduction strategies for: significant life-changes, stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, low-self esteem, Women's issues, and grief and loss. I look forward to working with you to achieve mindful mental wellness.

I am currently taking new clients for in-person and virtual services! My experience in the mental health field so far has allowed me to help people struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem/self-worth, body issues, gender and sexuality, anger management, family conflicts, and relationship issues. My passion for this field has helped improve my commitment, focus, inclusivity, and empathy to best help those seeking therapy services.

Due to my variety of professional and relatable life experiences I value the privilege to work collaboratively with children, adolescents and adults to attain successful outcomes in areas of life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and domestic violence. Meeting the client where they are at is an excellent starting point within the all-important therapeutic alliance.

You have been sitting with your thoughts and seem to recycle your memories. You are excellent at suppressing your hurt and stay busy with work and life as a distraction. You may no longer connect with others the way you used to and keep friends and family at a distance. The Pandemic may have increased your anxiety and depression and you are uncertain where to begin. Your worry and fear come out as: anger, sadness and controlling behaviors, due to questioning your worth and self esteem. Will I ever feel truly happy? Will I feel truly loved? Will I find my life path and the career that makes my soul soar? Will I learn to forgive?

My ideal client is someone who is motivated to embark on a journey of healing and transformation. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health challenges, perhaps compounded by substance use as a way of coping. You are ready to explore and address the underlying causes of your struggles, seeking a therapist who offers compassionate support and evidence-based interventions. You are open to engaging in therapy sessions that prioritize your well-being, growth, and long-term recovery.

Suffering doesn't have to dominate your existence. Let me help guide you on a road to a better life! I provide a variety of counseling services, as well as psychological and neuropsychological testing evaluations. Please know that you are not alone and things can get better (and do) get better with help. My treatment approach begins with creating an environment that promotes compassion, safety, and honesty. After all, it is only after you feel truly comfortable within your treatment, that WE can do the work together in order for YOU to lead a better, happier life.

Life brings about all ranges of human emotion and reaction. As we are all individuals, we have different perspectives on the challenges that tend to suddenly appear at our doorstep. It is a powerful realization to recognize when those experiences become too overwhelming to manage alone. Through a variety of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral theories, I work to use an integrative approach to therapeutic intervention in order to fit the treatment to the individual.

The word "kairos" comes the Greek word meaning, "the opportune and decisive moment for change." I will support you through the counseling process while you search for continued joy and wellness in your life. Child and adolescent services are available to focus in on difficult attitudes, home or school behavior problems, parental divorce or separation issues. Adult counseling is needed to help in difficult life transitions, which may cause anxiety or depression. Couple counseling is available to help develop the necessary communication skills to enhance the relationship. Couples may have reached an impass due to the developmental stages of marriage.