Emotionally Focused Therapists in Northville, MI

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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Novi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(248) 260-4784 View (248) 260-4784
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Kathleen Pierson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and utilizes a variety of empirically validated therapeutic techniques. I strive to create a collaborative atmosphere, where clients feel valued and accepted. My aim is to help clients be able to evaluate situations, relationships and behaviors in their lives that are causing stress and assist them in learning how to navigate, manage and cope with them. I believe that every person is unique and has their own set of strengths that can aid in their individual treatment.
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and utilizes a variety of empirically validated therapeutic techniques. I strive to create a collaborative atmosphere, where clients feel valued and accepted. My aim is to help clients be able to evaluate situations, relationships and behaviors in their lives that are causing stress and assist them in learning how to navigate, manage and cope with them. I believe that every person is unique and has their own set of strengths that can aid in their individual treatment.
(248) 290-8580 View (248) 290-8580
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Mary Bicknell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48168
I believe in the power of belonging. I offer healing for clients who feel numb or feel “too much”, and have a special interest working with healthcare workers and birth trauma. Many clients have been managing tension generated by caring for others, and their identity has been impacted by burn out and compassion fatigue following chronic stress. Feeling lost, maybe frozen in a sea of uncertainty can be one of the most isolating human experiences. My hope is through healing we can restore your sense of connection to yourself and the world around you.
I believe in the power of belonging. I offer healing for clients who feel numb or feel “too much”, and have a special interest working with healthcare workers and birth trauma. Many clients have been managing tension generated by caring for others, and their identity has been impacted by burn out and compassion fatigue following chronic stress. Feeling lost, maybe frozen in a sea of uncertainty can be one of the most isolating human experiences. My hope is through healing we can restore your sense of connection to yourself and the world around you.
(248) 712-3603 View (248) 712-3603
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Mary DiPaolo
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
My online blog at www.yourweeklysession.blogspot.com is my calling card. Consider taking a look to understand how I roll and approach the healing, positive change, and personal growth process. You can learn how to live in peace and not in pieces anymore. Regardless of what your issue(s) and/or real-life and right now problems actually are, there is a way up and out from your circumstances. My job is to come up along side you and assist you in recognizing what you need to learn, do, and let go of. You are the sole author of your own book of life. Make sure it's a good one! Let me help you with that process.
My online blog at www.yourweeklysession.blogspot.com is my calling card. Consider taking a look to understand how I roll and approach the healing, positive change, and personal growth process. You can learn how to live in peace and not in pieces anymore. Regardless of what your issue(s) and/or real-life and right now problems actually are, there is a way up and out from your circumstances. My job is to come up along side you and assist you in recognizing what you need to learn, do, and let go of. You are the sole author of your own book of life. Make sure it's a good one! Let me help you with that process.
(248) 513-8210 View (248) 513-8210
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Lauren Enfroy (Young)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167
Life can be overwhelming at times for all of us. I recognize the strength that it can take to identify that and then ask for help. I appreciate the courage and strength it takes to be vulnerable with others, especially someone new. I welcome clients to my office by letting them set the pace for therapy. As a therapist, I am here to support and to guide, not to force the process. So come and have a seat with me and let us figure out what you need together.
Life can be overwhelming at times for all of us. I recognize the strength that it can take to identify that and then ask for help. I appreciate the courage and strength it takes to be vulnerable with others, especially someone new. I welcome clients to my office by letting them set the pace for therapy. As a therapist, I am here to support and to guide, not to force the process. So come and have a seat with me and let us figure out what you need together.
(810) 206-1387 View (810) 206-1387
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Kerry Basinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48168
I enjoy meeting amazing individuals each and every day and consider it a privilege to join you on this journey of discovery and healing. Most often we seek therapy because something in life just isn’t working. Maybe you feel depressed, anxious or suicidal; maybe you’ve experienced trauma or extreme stress. I have great respect for your decision to enter this process. I will work with you to determine goals and imagine a better tomorrow. We will focus on validating your life experiences, while giving space your emotions and building on your existing skills to reduce distressing thoughts and increase self-compassion!
I enjoy meeting amazing individuals each and every day and consider it a privilege to join you on this journey of discovery and healing. Most often we seek therapy because something in life just isn’t working. Maybe you feel depressed, anxious or suicidal; maybe you’ve experienced trauma or extreme stress. I have great respect for your decision to enter this process. I will work with you to determine goals and imagine a better tomorrow. We will focus on validating your life experiences, while giving space your emotions and building on your existing skills to reduce distressing thoughts and increase self-compassion!
(734) 619-8135 View (734) 619-8135
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Real Life Counseling
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167
I believe it is a honor and privilege to be able to help and come alongside a person as they are going through a difficult time in their life. My goal is to provide a safe environment where a individual can come and share concerns, feelings and address issues that are impacting their life. I truly believe that the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client is of upmost importance to the client meeting their goals. Everyone has their own story to tell that involves their own personal experiences. This is why I believe the importance of looking at a persons life from when they were born to present day.
I believe it is a honor and privilege to be able to help and come alongside a person as they are going through a difficult time in their life. My goal is to provide a safe environment where a individual can come and share concerns, feelings and address issues that are impacting their life. I truly believe that the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client is of upmost importance to the client meeting their goals. Everyone has their own story to tell that involves their own personal experiences. This is why I believe the importance of looking at a persons life from when they were born to present day.
(248) 308-1975 View (248) 308-1975
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David Michael Connell
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167  (Online Only)
I am not a normal therapist. I am told that I am gifted at being very intuitive and perceptive so I catch on in a hurry and tend to give a lot of feedback rather than "uh huh and how do you feel about that?' .I am able to break things down into easy to understand language so clients better comprehend their personal issues and ways to heal and to better manage their lives.This is communicated with warmth,compassion,and a sense of humor.I am very active with my clients.
I am not a normal therapist. I am told that I am gifted at being very intuitive and perceptive so I catch on in a hurry and tend to give a lot of feedback rather than "uh huh and how do you feel about that?' .I am able to break things down into easy to understand language so clients better comprehend their personal issues and ways to heal and to better manage their lives.This is communicated with warmth,compassion,and a sense of humor.I am very active with my clients.
(248) 916-0089 View (248) 916-0089
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Carrie Babe, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
I help adults, couples, and families to finally experience the type of connection and relationships they long for. Many of us can use support in achieving true self-awareness, self-love, and the courage to be authentic; all are required for rich relationships. Through a safe, collaborative environment, I help clients to manage depression & anxiety, process relationship dynamics, heal old wounds, shift their narratives, manage life changes, and feel present. I help couples and families improve communication, improve connection and intimacy, learn how to repair, and work through issues like infidelity, parenting, separation & loss.
I help adults, couples, and families to finally experience the type of connection and relationships they long for. Many of us can use support in achieving true self-awareness, self-love, and the courage to be authentic; all are required for rich relationships. Through a safe, collaborative environment, I help clients to manage depression & anxiety, process relationship dynamics, heal old wounds, shift their narratives, manage life changes, and feel present. I help couples and families improve communication, improve connection and intimacy, learn how to repair, and work through issues like infidelity, parenting, separation & loss.
(773) 236-8397 View (773) 236-8397
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Staci Belanger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IMH-E
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48168
Life can be full of change. Whether you are dealing with a big or small transition, it can be difficult to navigate and may be impacting your mental health and/or relationships. Becoming a parent, moving to a new city, starting a new job or beginning a new relationship can be really exciting and also overwhelming. My work with adults and young children is about building a safe, trusting relationship to help you feel comfortable with understanding how it is impacting you. I believe that we can work together to find your strengths to help you become the person living the life you want to live. You don't have to do it alone.
Life can be full of change. Whether you are dealing with a big or small transition, it can be difficult to navigate and may be impacting your mental health and/or relationships. Becoming a parent, moving to a new city, starting a new job or beginning a new relationship can be really exciting and also overwhelming. My work with adults and young children is about building a safe, trusting relationship to help you feel comfortable with understanding how it is impacting you. I believe that we can work together to find your strengths to help you become the person living the life you want to live. You don't have to do it alone.
(248) 927-1802 View (248) 927-1802
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Randy Bizer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
Waitlist for new clients
Your therapy is confidential. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail me with any questions or to arrange an appointment.
Your therapy is confidential. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail me with any questions or to arrange an appointment.
(248) 277-5840 View (248) 277-5840
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Kara Herrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167  (Online Only)
After years of working with clients who expressed symptoms that were unmanageable or persistent no matter their efforts; I found the standard textbook approach for treating individuals was old and unable to create lifestyle changes so many of us searched for. I strongly believe that all patients are unique, therefore I will utilize the most integrative holistic treatment after taking into consideration the patient as a whole. I provide an open, non-judgmental environment where patients can feel safe and understood. I welcome clients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
After years of working with clients who expressed symptoms that were unmanageable or persistent no matter their efforts; I found the standard textbook approach for treating individuals was old and unable to create lifestyle changes so many of us searched for. I strongly believe that all patients are unique, therefore I will utilize the most integrative holistic treatment after taking into consideration the patient as a whole. I provide an open, non-judgmental environment where patients can feel safe and understood. I welcome clients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
(586) 501-8028 View (586) 501-8028
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Jessica Gardiner
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167  (Online Only)
Everyone deserves this chance to better themselves and relieve the burden that mental health issues can bring to our daily lives. There are many reasons people seek therapy. There could be feelings of nervousness or sadness, or an urge to finally get what's bothering you off your chest. No matter what it is, therapy brings out the best in you, and may surprise you. I've interacted with many clients who come in for one problem, and then discover hidden pieces of themselves.
Everyone deserves this chance to better themselves and relieve the burden that mental health issues can bring to our daily lives. There are many reasons people seek therapy. There could be feelings of nervousness or sadness, or an urge to finally get what's bothering you off your chest. No matter what it is, therapy brings out the best in you, and may surprise you. I've interacted with many clients who come in for one problem, and then discover hidden pieces of themselves.
(734) 849-3971 View (734) 849-3971
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Kristina Gojcaj
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
I am NOW accepting NEW clients! I am here to help those who are struggling in their lives in any capacity. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who experience issues related to a variety of diagnoses such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and more. If you're ready to embark on a journey of growth and self-love, let's schedule a session to get started!
I am NOW accepting NEW clients! I am here to help those who are struggling in their lives in any capacity. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who experience issues related to a variety of diagnoses such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and more. If you're ready to embark on a journey of growth and self-love, let's schedule a session to get started!
(734) 627-6920 View (734) 627-6920
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Stephanie Huhn
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA LLP , CAADC, ACCTS, CBIS, CCM
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
I’m a masters-level fully licensed therapist with over 15yrs of experience - with a passion for helping individuals heal, grow & thrive as their authentic selves. I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, childhood & generational trauma, women’s issues, addiction, self-esteem, neuroscience, healing & the nervous system, and anxiety disorders. I have a holistic & eclectic approach, using an array of evidenced-based techniques to help you meet your goals. I deeply value the process of therapy, both personally & professionally. “Mental health issues,” as we call them, are really just “life issues” – they define what it means to be human.
I’m a masters-level fully licensed therapist with over 15yrs of experience - with a passion for helping individuals heal, grow & thrive as their authentic selves. I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, childhood & generational trauma, women’s issues, addiction, self-esteem, neuroscience, healing & the nervous system, and anxiety disorders. I have a holistic & eclectic approach, using an array of evidenced-based techniques to help you meet your goals. I deeply value the process of therapy, both personally & professionally. “Mental health issues,” as we call them, are really just “life issues” – they define what it means to be human.
(734) 215-9896 View (734) 215-9896
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Katherine M Kuciemba
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48168
Are you struggling with the ups and downs of modern life? Are you going through a transition after a loss? Feeling overwhelmed and weighed down? As an interactive result-focused therapist I can help you weather the storm and make sense of overwhelming mixed emotions. With over 15 years of clinical experience, my treatment approach provides support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. My approach utilizes proven treatments including Cognitive- Behavioral therapy and Strength Based therapy. With these treatments I help my clients find solutions to a wide range of challenges.
Are you struggling with the ups and downs of modern life? Are you going through a transition after a loss? Feeling overwhelmed and weighed down? As an interactive result-focused therapist I can help you weather the storm and make sense of overwhelming mixed emotions. With over 15 years of clinical experience, my treatment approach provides support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. My approach utilizes proven treatments including Cognitive- Behavioral therapy and Strength Based therapy. With these treatments I help my clients find solutions to a wide range of challenges.
(248) 213-7859 View (248) 213-7859
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Elizabeth A Wolfe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48168
Is your family going through a major life change or stressor? Perhaps a parent or child is sick? Maybe there has been a loss, a move, or another big event? As a parent, you want so badly to support your child when they are dealing with changes, but sometimes you just don't know how. You might feel guilty, sad or frustrated that you don't know how to help. Your child may need their own space to process what is going on for them, as well as a safe space where you can work through these adjustments together. Therapy can be that space.
Is your family going through a major life change or stressor? Perhaps a parent or child is sick? Maybe there has been a loss, a move, or another big event? As a parent, you want so badly to support your child when they are dealing with changes, but sometimes you just don't know how. You might feel guilty, sad or frustrated that you don't know how to help. Your child may need their own space to process what is going on for them, as well as a safe space where you can work through these adjustments together. Therapy can be that space.
(248) 653-1802 View (248) 653-1802
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Lori Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48167
Hello and welcome! Seeking help and deciding to begin therapy is an investment in yourself, requiring courage, strength and vulnerability. While working together, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist and provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you can come as you are and experience support, healing and growth. Together we will work to understand how your emotional experiences, relational patterns, and thoughts/behaviors impact your daily life.
Hello and welcome! Seeking help and deciding to begin therapy is an investment in yourself, requiring courage, strength and vulnerability. While working together, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist and provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you can come as you are and experience support, healing and growth. Together we will work to understand how your emotional experiences, relational patterns, and thoughts/behaviors impact your daily life.
(734) 212-8024 View (734) 212-8024
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Donna Marie
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48168
Are you feeling out of sorts? Maybe overwhelmed, sad, down, worry too much, hurt too much, and don’t know what do to next? Or maybe you are experiencing deep grief and would like some relief from the relentless tears and sadness. Believe me you are not alone. Remembering times in my life when I did not even know what I was feeling, I felt so isolated, lost and confused. I happened to stumble upon a professional that helped me. Someone that I could trust and felt very comfortable with. I was very hesitant to take this step but somehow I did. It was by far the best thing I have ever done for myself. This is why I became a therapist.
Are you feeling out of sorts? Maybe overwhelmed, sad, down, worry too much, hurt too much, and don’t know what do to next? Or maybe you are experiencing deep grief and would like some relief from the relentless tears and sadness. Believe me you are not alone. Remembering times in my life when I did not even know what I was feeling, I felt so isolated, lost and confused. I happened to stumble upon a professional that helped me. Someone that I could trust and felt very comfortable with. I was very hesitant to take this step but somehow I did. It was by far the best thing I have ever done for myself. This is why I became a therapist.
(734) 619-6021 View (734) 619-6021
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Melissa Kuznar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Northville, MI 48168  (Online Only)
Let's rediscover your happiness-or redefine it. Evolve stale relationships; generate more meaningful experiences; introduce more peace and unity. Wherever you are struggling, I help you create a new lense through which you will gain insight into your thought patterns and behaviors and ultimately feel better. I earned my Masters degree in both clinical/community and school counseling, and a Masters degree in secondary education. I taught high school for 11 years, incorporating much adolescent, group, and family counseling during that time. I have expanded to counseling individuals and couples of all ages, including families.
Let's rediscover your happiness-or redefine it. Evolve stale relationships; generate more meaningful experiences; introduce more peace and unity. Wherever you are struggling, I help you create a new lense through which you will gain insight into your thought patterns and behaviors and ultimately feel better. I earned my Masters degree in both clinical/community and school counseling, and a Masters degree in secondary education. I taught high school for 11 years, incorporating much adolescent, group, and family counseling during that time. I have expanded to counseling individuals and couples of all ages, including families.
(248) 243-4386 View (248) 243-4386
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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.