Therapists in Adrian, MI
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I am a Professional Counselor, Family Life Educator, and a Certified Hypnotherapist. My practice is dedicated to offering caring services for individuals and couples of all ages. As a counselor I work from an eclectic theoretical framework, utilizing therapeutic techniques from a variety of evidence based practices in order to help you gain control of your life. In therapy we will work together to develop real, usable skills to help you move through your difficulties.
I am a Professional Counselor, Family Life Educator, and a Certified Hypnotherapist. My practice is dedicated to offering caring services for individuals and couples of all ages. As a counselor I work from an eclectic theoretical framework, utilizing therapeutic techniques from a variety of evidence based practices in order to help you gain control of your life. In therapy we will work together to develop real, usable skills to help you move through your difficulties.
Online Therapists
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Macomb Therapy Group, PLLC
Counselor, LMSW, LPC, LLP, CAADC, PA-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Our clinicians offer a wide variety of exceptional therapeutic approaches, incorporating a spectrum of techniques, including: Marriage and Family, Person Centered, Dialectical Behavior (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), LGBTQ+, the Gottman Method, Solution Focused-Brief Therapy, Somatic, Developmental, Integrative, Multicultural, Art and Play Therapy.
We all need a friendly ear, especially in difficult times. With someone in your corner you can build the coping skills needed to handle life's challenges with confidence. Macomb Therapy Group works with adults, adolescents, families and couples. Our clinicians have experience counseling people from a range of backgrounds and ages; facing a variety of challenges: from individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder; to children and adults in crisis and families with relational problems.
Our clinicians offer a wide variety of exceptional therapeutic approaches, incorporating a spectrum of techniques, including: Marriage and Family, Person Centered, Dialectical Behavior (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), LGBTQ+, the Gottman Method, Solution Focused-Brief Therapy, Somatic, Developmental, Integrative, Multicultural, Art and Play Therapy.
We all need a friendly ear, especially in difficult times. With someone in your corner you can build the coping skills needed to handle life's challenges with confidence. Macomb Therapy Group works with adults, adolescents, families and couples. Our clinicians have experience counseling people from a range of backgrounds and ages; facing a variety of challenges: from individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder; to children and adults in crisis and families with relational problems.
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Diversity Psychological Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48917
Waitlist for new clients
Hello there, my name is Renee' Schafer. My educational background is from MSU, MDI, and SAU. I am a LMSW, as well as a certified hypnotherapist, and dyslexia tutor. I enjoy working with all age ranges of individuals: children, couples, adults, elderly, families, marriages, co-parenting and other concerns, utilizing play therapy, sand tray, CBT, CPT, some DBT skills, and many other techniques specifically catered to your personal needs. Allow me to guide you in discovering and reaching your goals. I do have a hypoallergenic puppy on site that is currently in training. However, I have a waiting list only at this time.
Hello there, my name is Renee' Schafer. My educational background is from MSU, MDI, and SAU. I am a LMSW, as well as a certified hypnotherapist, and dyslexia tutor. I enjoy working with all age ranges of individuals: children, couples, adults, elderly, families, marriages, co-parenting and other concerns, utilizing play therapy, sand tray, CBT, CPT, some DBT skills, and many other techniques specifically catered to your personal needs. Allow me to guide you in discovering and reaching your goals. I do have a hypoallergenic puppy on site that is currently in training. However, I have a waiting list only at this time.
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We offer play therapy to children as young as two, individual and group therapy to teens, family and couples therapy, parent coaching, individual therapy for parents and grandparents, biofeedback training, executive function coaching, yoga, and comprehensive psychological testing.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
We offer play therapy to children as young as two, individual and group therapy to teens, family and couples therapy, parent coaching, individual therapy for parents and grandparents, biofeedback training, executive function coaching, yoga, and comprehensive psychological testing.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
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Playful Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48911
As a Therapist, my goal is to work with Children, Adolescents and Adults. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities and apply research based techniques.My counseling philosophy can best be described as Eclectic. I work on awareness, relationship and integration to encourage personal growth and wholeness. The goals and techniques used in therapy will be based on the individual needs of the client. With a Eclectic approach, I draw from a variety of techniques such as Child- Centered Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ,Mindfulness, Hypnotherapy, Auricular Acupuncture and Solution Focused Principles.
As a Therapist, my goal is to work with Children, Adolescents and Adults. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities and apply research based techniques.My counseling philosophy can best be described as Eclectic. I work on awareness, relationship and integration to encourage personal growth and wholeness. The goals and techniques used in therapy will be based on the individual needs of the client. With a Eclectic approach, I draw from a variety of techniques such as Child- Centered Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ,Mindfulness, Hypnotherapy, Auricular Acupuncture and Solution Focused Principles.
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Child & Family Psychological Services, PC
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
It's about relationships . . . We're here to provide guidance in building and strengthening relationships between family members, friends, and even, with yourself. Caring and comprehensive counseling services for: Adults, teens and children of all ages, Individual, couples, family and group counseling.
It's about relationships . . . We're here to provide guidance in building and strengthening relationships between family members, friends, and even, with yourself. Caring and comprehensive counseling services for: Adults, teens and children of all ages, Individual, couples, family and group counseling.
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I am a licensed psychologist as well as the executive director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist as well as the executive director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
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Did you experience a recent traumatic event, like a frightening car accident or sudden death of a loved one. Were you raised in a chaotic or abusive home. Unresolved trauma can lead to flashbacks, a sense of being disconnected from others, mood swing. Some survivors of trauma feel like they are always waiting for the other shoe to drop or like they always have to have their guard up around others. If you have felt trapped by your past trauma or even beyond repair because of the traumatic life experiences you have endured then I can help. I am passionate about helping people resolve trauma so they can live a life full of meaning.
Did you experience a recent traumatic event, like a frightening car accident or sudden death of a loved one. Were you raised in a chaotic or abusive home. Unresolved trauma can lead to flashbacks, a sense of being disconnected from others, mood swing. Some survivors of trauma feel like they are always waiting for the other shoe to drop or like they always have to have their guard up around others. If you have felt trapped by your past trauma or even beyond repair because of the traumatic life experiences you have endured then I can help. I am passionate about helping people resolve trauma so they can live a life full of meaning.
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Primacare has 11 therapists on staff to include psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
Primacare has 11 therapists on staff to include psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
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The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
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Brian D. Chaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Chane Reaction LLC is a community-based operation offering counseling to individuals and families. We specialize in servicing underrepresented groups. As an African-American male therapist, I understand that it is essential to provide a safe, relaxing, judgement-free space that encompasses both social work values as well as a therapeutic, holistic approach.
Chane Reaction LLC is a community-based operation offering counseling to individuals and families. We specialize in servicing underrepresented groups. As an African-American male therapist, I understand that it is essential to provide a safe, relaxing, judgement-free space that encompasses both social work values as well as a therapeutic, holistic approach.
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Advanced Behavioral Therapies LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
We provide 20 minute micro therapy sessions to accelerate treatment and recovery.
We provide 20 minute micro therapy sessions to accelerate treatment and recovery.
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Expert Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CFAS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48917
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
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Gentle Strength Counseling and Holistic Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48114
We honor the continuous journey of healing. Our compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized approach to therapy focuses on the needs of the individual. Whether you are dealing with past traumas, depression, anxiety, self-image, co-dependency, challenging life circumstances or family dynamics, we will meet you where you are at in your journey. We offer a variety therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, TFT/EFT, Hypnosis & NLP, life coaching, and several patented bio-feedback services that focus on emotional and physical health.
We honor the continuous journey of healing. Our compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized approach to therapy focuses on the needs of the individual. Whether you are dealing with past traumas, depression, anxiety, self-image, co-dependency, challenging life circumstances or family dynamics, we will meet you where you are at in your journey. We offer a variety therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, TFT/EFT, Hypnosis & NLP, life coaching, and several patented bio-feedback services that focus on emotional and physical health.
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Tuckerville, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, MI 48184
Tuckerville is comprised of experienced and compassionate master licensed therapists, master licensed social workers, counselors and supporting staff so you can rest assured that you will get nothing but exceptional mental healthcare services for you and your family using best therapeutic practice strategies informed by Interpersonal, Cognitive Behavioral and Existential and Holistic theories for all family systems. Tuckerville's (S.I.I.T.) Sensitive Individualized Interpersonal Treatments are catered to your familys' personal needs. Whether you are experiencing post-traumatic stress or just having some "not so good" feelings.
Tuckerville is comprised of experienced and compassionate master licensed therapists, master licensed social workers, counselors and supporting staff so you can rest assured that you will get nothing but exceptional mental healthcare services for you and your family using best therapeutic practice strategies informed by Interpersonal, Cognitive Behavioral and Existential and Holistic theories for all family systems. Tuckerville's (S.I.I.T.) Sensitive Individualized Interpersonal Treatments are catered to your familys' personal needs. Whether you are experiencing post-traumatic stress or just having some "not so good" feelings.
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Gabrielle Elise Gallagher
Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, CCTSS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 (Online Only)
I currently have immediate telehealth availability! Therapy can be intimidating and challenging so I make it my top priority to provide a safe and trusting environment where you can just be yourself. I focus on providing a caring, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to support you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life. For LLPCs: I am taking on LLPCs for supervision.
I currently have immediate telehealth availability! Therapy can be intimidating and challenging so I make it my top priority to provide a safe and trusting environment where you can just be yourself. I focus on providing a caring, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to support you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life. For LLPCs: I am taking on LLPCs for supervision.
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John Scharfenkamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clarkston, MI 48348 (Online Only)
For 30+ years I have worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, marital, family, child, career/work, military and trauma issues. I help them better understand themselves, those around them and how they can get the outcomes they want. People who talk to me feel understood and respected. They get practical direction that makes sense and gets results. I help people find the words to express what is confusing or difficult and to identify the steps needed to get the outcomes they want. I help them gain confidence and identify the inner resources needed for relief and success.
For 30+ years I have worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, marital, family, child, career/work, military and trauma issues. I help them better understand themselves, those around them and how they can get the outcomes they want. People who talk to me feel understood and respected. They get practical direction that makes sense and gets results. I help people find the words to express what is confusing or difficult and to identify the steps needed to get the outcomes they want. I help them gain confidence and identify the inner resources needed for relief and success.
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Barbara Atshaves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CAADC
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
It can be difficult to reach out for help when dealing with mental health issues. I am here to help. I provide a person centered experience for clients from diverse backgrounds who are suffering from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addictions, and Domestic Violence. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization Response), hypnosis, and ear acupuncture to relieve trauma, stress and anxiety, including student anxiety over exams. I will draw on my extensive background and experience to provide the best therapeutic solution for you.
It can be difficult to reach out for help when dealing with mental health issues. I am here to help. I provide a person centered experience for clients from diverse backgrounds who are suffering from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addictions, and Domestic Violence. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization Response), hypnosis, and ear acupuncture to relieve trauma, stress and anxiety, including student anxiety over exams. I will draw on my extensive background and experience to provide the best therapeutic solution for you.
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Natalie Paluch (Munck)
Counselor, MS, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wyandotte, MI 48192 (Online Only)
Girl! Let's chat. If you're here, it might be because you're struggling with constant self-comparison and feeling like you don't measure up to others. Or maybe you're feeling stuck in a job or relationship that leaves you feeling drained, irritated, and unappreciated. Either way, the vision of who you know you can be isn't aligning with who you feel you are now, and you can't quite find your way out of this cycle. Perhaps it even feels as though you can never reach that level of self-confidence that you crave, no matter what you accomplish? You deserve better, and life doesn't have to feel this way anymore.
Girl! Let's chat. If you're here, it might be because you're struggling with constant self-comparison and feeling like you don't measure up to others. Or maybe you're feeling stuck in a job or relationship that leaves you feeling drained, irritated, and unappreciated. Either way, the vision of who you know you can be isn't aligning with who you feel you are now, and you can't quite find your way out of this cycle. Perhaps it even feels as though you can never reach that level of self-confidence that you crave, no matter what you accomplish? You deserve better, and life doesn't have to feel this way anymore.
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Wendy Koebel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people feel calm and relaxed. I believe in teaching people the skills they need so no matter what life throws at them they can feel calm and in control. I use a variety of techniques and approaches to make therapy work for you to meet your goals.
I specialize in helping people feel calm and relaxed. I believe in teaching people the skills they need so no matter what life throws at them they can feel calm and in control. I use a variety of techniques and approaches to make therapy work for you to meet your goals.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.