Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

“When a baby is born, so is a mother.” My speciality focuses in the perinatal period and in the early years of parenting. When a person becomes a parent many things from their own childhood may make their way to the surface of the mind. How does that impact their thoughts, beliefs, and approach to pregnancy and parenting? Let's explore together.

Have you ever been told you’re "too sensitive" or "too much"? What about "not enough"? Have you felt pressured to meet other’s expectations and disregard your own needs, feelings and wants? If this feels true, you are not alone. I have experience working with individuals through their traumas, shame, anxiety, anger, depression, identity issues, life transition, relationship troubles, grief, and heartache. I believe therapy looks different for each individual depending on what they are needing from the therapeutic space. Sometimes it’s using humor to bring connection, other times it’s processing tough challenges without judgement.

Hello and welcome! I’m excited you’re considering therapy to help you on your journey and am honored you are here. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, educational stress, life transitions, and self-esteem.

As human beings, we are in a constant state of transition and emergence into new selves. Meaning, just as we defined ourselves in the past, we can also choose to redefine ourselves now and in the future. No matter how you would like to begin your story, I am here to help you piece the puzzle together and walk with you on this journey of self-healing.

It seems like no matter what you do, you’re never free from worry and anxiety. At night, you lay in bed, trying to calm your thoughts, endlessly obsessing about the day ahead. Come morning, you’re exhausted and can’t seem to focus on anything for more than a few moments at a time. You’ve begun to question everything – second-guessing your choices, overthinking each move until you’re paralyzed by indecision. No one seems to understand how you feel, so you started to withdraw from friends and loved ones. You move through each day on autopilot, sleepwalking your life away. But you can't go on like this; something needs to change.

Are you wanting to make a change in your life, but you're not sure where to start? Do you feel inadequate, disconnected from people, or overwhelmed by your emotions? Know that you are not alone. I can help you develop skills to better respond to your emotions, improve your relationship with yourself and others, figure out what really matters to you, and create a fulfilling life.

For over 20 years, Dr. Stephen Purcell has been helping adults, adolescents, couples and families improve their relationships; cope with stress, anxiety and depression; work through trauma, grief, and loss; overcome addictions; and navigate major life transitions like divorce and career change. Whether you are currently facing a crisis or simply want to improve the way you function in everyday life, Dr. Purcell has the training, skills and experience to assist you.

Life is HARD, and I am here to help you navigate its challenges so that you can thrive and live to your full potential. I guide individuals and couples through emotional, behavioral, or relationship problems to reach transformative breakthroughs. My in-person and virtual therapy spaces provide an accepting, warm environment to help you grow at your own pace, fostering positive changes through insight and practical solutions. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship problems, I work from your strengths to help you let go of patterns that no longer serve you.

Dr. Devaraj is passionate about working with clients with disordered eating and those who have experienced trauma. She has done extensive postgraduate training in counseling, eating disorders, and trauma through a series of courses, institutes, research, workshops, and seminars. She has become an advocate for maternal mental health and hopes to help people better understand postpartum depression.

You are not alone. Change is possible. I am honored and excited to walk beside you during your process of change. It is a difficult decision to choose therapy. I welcome you without judgement and with a great deal of hope. I empower my clients to find their strength and voice through compassionate listening and empathy. I am a licensed Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the Mental Health field. I have a deep passion for helping people with drug/alcohol addiction, no matter their stage of change. I enjoy working with older aged adolescents, adults, families and couples.

Making space to take care of ourselves is so important to good mental health. People often seek therapy when life has come to feel unmanageable. Coping mechanisms used in the past may no longer serve, yet are ingrained, often unconscious, and difficult to change. Whether your goal is to explore long standing issues, or to seek support with present themes, my goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental and helpful environment where you can make sense of your experiences and feelings while making progress towards a healthier way of being.

I am not currently accepting new clients through Telehealth. The most courageous step in starting a journey of change is asking someone for help. My goal is to help individuals heal and feel equipped to develop the tools they need to create a more empowered life. My approach to counseling is collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive in order to create a healthy space where an individual, couple, or family can freely be themselves.

Making the decision to seek help can often be hard, but it can also be rewarding. I'm a Christian clinician offering a safe and healing space. I honor change as life's true constant. Every person will experience life challenges in their own unique way. Sometimes life changes cause conflicts and struggles that can be difficult to work through on your own. Struggling with emotional, mental health concerns, spirituality or health issues can cause feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress. I am committed to work with you as you develop positive coping skills to make healthy life changes.

Taking a journey of self-exploration can be challenging! My goal is to provide the resources and skills to assist in making positive transformations in your life. I am intentional about supporting you as we discern together your optimal treatment plan. As a humanistic and systemic therapist, I believe that desired change happens through looking at past and present relational experiences, developing skills to manage difficult emotions and situations, and understanding possible barriers to leading a fulfilling life. I enjoy working with diverse backgrounds, cultures and identities and I am sensitive to your specific needs.

In my experience working with clients and in my own therapy, I have found that discovering and addressing the root of mental health struggles is more effective long-term than treating the symptoms. This has led me to pursue training in modalities that are focused on trauma, but can be used to treat challenges like anxiety and depression as well. If you would like to better understand where your struggles or coming from (or if you feel like you totally understand where they're coming from but don't know what to do about it) my approach will likely be a good fit for you.

My clients often believe they are a burden to others. They think they need to be perfect to be loved and that it would overwhelm others to know how they really feel. These beliefs leave them feeling anxious, lonely, ashamed and unhappy. They often isolate and use pornography, video games or substances to numb themselves. They may seek advice online, but find this information unhelpful. They may beat themselves up in frustration. Often, they seek therapy to have: better relationships; security and trust to express their needs; greater motivation and a sense of control over their life; and the confidence to be their authentic selves.

Megan Miller, LPC, NCC, is a therapist at Identity Counseling Psychology who works with individuals across the lifespan to treat a wide range of mental health issues. Megan has a B.S. in Psychology with a Minor in Juvenile Justice from Grand Valley State University, as well as an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Michigan University. Megan’s specialty areas include trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Megan is especially passionate about working with the adolescent and emerging adult populations, although she enjoys working with clients of all ages.

Making the decision to create change in your life takes courage and strength. Our therapists at Inspire Behavioral Health are here to provide compassionate support to assist you in gaining a fresh perspective, as well as identifying solutions for meeting your personal goals. Let us assist you in beginning your journey towards self-improvement.

My specialties are working with adults, 20y/o and older, coping with chronic illness, depression, bipolar, life transitions and difficult situations, which they, a friend/partner, or a family member are experiencing. Additionally, my skills lie in helping people cope with school and work issues, retirement, and aging. My goal is to help you cope, understand, respond and move forward.