Imago Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI
Maria Mulhauser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
A certified Imago Relationship Therapist, I will guide you and your partner into developing new patterns of communication that transform conflicts into deeper connection and mutual understanding.
Accepting new clients! 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.
A certified Imago Relationship Therapist, I will guide you and your partner into developing new patterns of communication that transform conflicts into deeper connection and mutual understanding.
Accepting new clients! 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.
I offer individuals and couples evidence-based approaches to heal emotional struggles, build sustainable health/wellness, and transform your relationships and life. Your sessions may include frank and thought-provoking discussion of your road blocks, including concrete ways to heal your core emotional wounds; a guided mindfulness, body-based, Imago or Brainspotting exercise; and practices for connecting to your strength and empowerment. Together we will focus on tangible, on-the-ground results in your life.
I offer individuals and couples evidence-based approaches to heal emotional struggles, build sustainable health/wellness, and transform your relationships and life. Your sessions may include frank and thought-provoking discussion of your road blocks, including concrete ways to heal your core emotional wounds; a guided mindfulness, body-based, Imago or Brainspotting exercise; and practices for connecting to your strength and empowerment. Together we will focus on tangible, on-the-ground results in your life.
Carla Hines Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, CTS-C, CIRT
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
I am also a certified Imago Relationship Therapist.
My goal is to create an atmosphere where every person that enters my office feels it is a safe place to learn and grow. I honor the unique strengths that each individual already possesses while challenging them to grow and develop in other areas. While I encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones, I respect and accept each person where they are at in their growth process. I have 19 years experience as a Psychotherapist. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. When working with children, I feel it is important to become a team with their parents.
I am also a certified Imago Relationship Therapist.
My goal is to create an atmosphere where every person that enters my office feels it is a safe place to learn and grow. I honor the unique strengths that each individual already possesses while challenging them to grow and develop in other areas. While I encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones, I respect and accept each person where they are at in their growth process. I have 19 years experience as a Psychotherapist. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. When working with children, I feel it is important to become a team with their parents.
Trusting Konnections
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Recently trained in Imago couple's therapy.
Providing services for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, anger management, substance dependence and more! Offering 2 more locations in Oxford and Burton Michigan!
Recently trained in Imago couple's therapy.
Providing services for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, anger management, substance dependence and more! Offering 2 more locations in Oxford and Burton Michigan!
I am passionate about guiding couples through the intricate landscape of their relationships with a focus on authenticity, communication and reconnecting to your lost parts. As a relationship therapist, I am committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where every individual feels respected and understood. My therapeutic approach integrates a number of evidence-based modalities with an emphasis on Imago Relationship Therapy. Imago Therapy offers a structured framework for addressing past wounds and transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection.
I am passionate about guiding couples through the intricate landscape of their relationships with a focus on authenticity, communication and reconnecting to your lost parts. As a relationship therapist, I am committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where every individual feels respected and understood. My therapeutic approach integrates a number of evidence-based modalities with an emphasis on Imago Relationship Therapy. Imago Therapy offers a structured framework for addressing past wounds and transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection.
Are you currently struggling with anxiety, stress, depression or grief, and feel like you're not giving yourself the care you deserve? Do you feel like "you" are always last? Our clients report finding great relief after receiving help for these issues. Our team is here to help you process your traumas, stress, and anxiety and work with you to develop coping strategies to help you find peace and boost your self-esteem. We are ready to schedule a 15-minute intake appointment to discuss your mental health goals. Sandy our intern, will take your call. Sandy, specializes in working with survivors of child abuse, neglect, and grief.
Are you currently struggling with anxiety, stress, depression or grief, and feel like you're not giving yourself the care you deserve? Do you feel like "you" are always last? Our clients report finding great relief after receiving help for these issues. Our team is here to help you process your traumas, stress, and anxiety and work with you to develop coping strategies to help you find peace and boost your self-esteem. We are ready to schedule a 15-minute intake appointment to discuss your mental health goals. Sandy our intern, will take your call. Sandy, specializes in working with survivors of child abuse, neglect, and grief.
Rebecca Seidemann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Now Accepting Clients. Let's work with your brain, not against it! I can help you make sense of how your mind works and why it does what it does. Our sessions will focus on getting you closer to the life you want using cognitive science, techniques from evidence-based therapies (primarily DBT, ACT, CBT), and your unique expertise on your own experience.
Now Accepting Clients. Let's work with your brain, not against it! I can help you make sense of how your mind works and why it does what it does. Our sessions will focus on getting you closer to the life you want using cognitive science, techniques from evidence-based therapies (primarily DBT, ACT, CBT), and your unique expertise on your own experience.
Katy Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, RN
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individual adults, couples, polycules, friends & families (18+) on issues related to developmental trauma, attachment, relationship problems, and emotion regulation. These issues might show up as difficulty connecting with others, frequent interpersonal conflict, mood swings, substance use or self harm behavior, or fears of abandonment. We will work together to create new understanding around these problems and new experiences connecting with others in a meaningful way. I am dedicated to creating celebratory, non-judgmental spaces for queer and trans folks and people who practice polyamory or other ethical non-monogamy.
I work with individual adults, couples, polycules, friends & families (18+) on issues related to developmental trauma, attachment, relationship problems, and emotion regulation. These issues might show up as difficulty connecting with others, frequent interpersonal conflict, mood swings, substance use or self harm behavior, or fears of abandonment. We will work together to create new understanding around these problems and new experiences connecting with others in a meaningful way. I am dedicated to creating celebratory, non-judgmental spaces for queer and trans folks and people who practice polyamory or other ethical non-monogamy.
Amanda Bode Davidson
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Online Only)
Are sadness, anxiety, or relationship difficulties negatively impacting your life? Do you feel misunderstood by those closest to you? It can be difficult to hold onto hope when so much feels challenging. You may want to make changes but feel unsure of where to begin or maybe you just feel stuck. Therapy can help you achieve your mental health and relationship goals. I assist my clients in discovering new tools and deepening insight into past or current pain. I provide genuine support, and help you find emotional relief and relationship satisfaction.
Are sadness, anxiety, or relationship difficulties negatively impacting your life? Do you feel misunderstood by those closest to you? It can be difficult to hold onto hope when so much feels challenging. You may want to make changes but feel unsure of where to begin or maybe you just feel stuck. Therapy can help you achieve your mental health and relationship goals. I assist my clients in discovering new tools and deepening insight into past or current pain. I provide genuine support, and help you find emotional relief and relationship satisfaction.
I deeply respect a person who makes that call to request professional help, and walks through my door for the first time. It takes courage, and our culture does not often make it easy to access to mental health services. We are emotional, relational, resilient creatures, and sometimes we need another skilled person to help us move forward in life. My experience in outpatient and inpatient mental health settings, as well as medical/rehabilitation settings, has equipped me with solid skills to treat most mental health and relational problems. My website is wolfpsychservices.com.
I deeply respect a person who makes that call to request professional help, and walks through my door for the first time. It takes courage, and our culture does not often make it easy to access to mental health services. We are emotional, relational, resilient creatures, and sometimes we need another skilled person to help us move forward in life. My experience in outpatient and inpatient mental health settings, as well as medical/rehabilitation settings, has equipped me with solid skills to treat most mental health and relational problems. My website is wolfpsychservices.com.
Valerie Roedenbeck Maloof
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPhil, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
I believe in working with my clients in a collaborative way to identify intervention areas and to develop the therapeutic roadmap. I specialize in helping you navigate life transitions such as puberty, graduations (high school, college, trade school), diagnoses and changes within relationships (marriage, children, divorce, sexuality and loss of partner). I also work with people struggling with depression and anxiety (including sport and academic performance anxiety and perfectionism). I treat adolescents (11+), college students, young adults, adults and couples.
I believe in working with my clients in a collaborative way to identify intervention areas and to develop the therapeutic roadmap. I specialize in helping you navigate life transitions such as puberty, graduations (high school, college, trade school), diagnoses and changes within relationships (marriage, children, divorce, sexuality and loss of partner). I also work with people struggling with depression and anxiety (including sport and academic performance anxiety and perfectionism). I treat adolescents (11+), college students, young adults, adults and couples.
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Being human is not always easy and life can be quite difficult. There may be times when you worry about the future, feel angry or sad; guilty or ashamed; feel upset about the emotional pain you are experiencing; or feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Therapy can help by providing you with the tools and insights to help you navigate through the most difficult of life's experiences. I believe our most challenging times in life can also be our greatest opportunity for change and growth-therapy is the place to nurture that process.
Being human is not always easy and life can be quite difficult. There may be times when you worry about the future, feel angry or sad; guilty or ashamed; feel upset about the emotional pain you are experiencing; or feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Therapy can help by providing you with the tools and insights to help you navigate through the most difficult of life's experiences. I believe our most challenging times in life can also be our greatest opportunity for change and growth-therapy is the place to nurture that process.
The decision to start therapy signals an interest and curiosity about becoming more grounded and present in our lives. Each of us has a unique set of strengths and challenges that shape who we are and how we experience relationships. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and draws on psychodynamic, sensorimotor, and mindfulness based modalities. I work with clients from a practical, here-and-now perspective while attending to the impact of relational, cultural, and early childhood experiences. I am Level 1 Basic Trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR. I also work with grief & loss, depression, and body image/acceptance.
The decision to start therapy signals an interest and curiosity about becoming more grounded and present in our lives. Each of us has a unique set of strengths and challenges that shape who we are and how we experience relationships. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and draws on psychodynamic, sensorimotor, and mindfulness based modalities. I work with clients from a practical, here-and-now perspective while attending to the impact of relational, cultural, and early childhood experiences. I am Level 1 Basic Trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR. I also work with grief & loss, depression, and body image/acceptance.
Bruce H Thomson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LMSW, CCHT
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I will work with you to bring balance and energy to your daily life. Using a mindfulness-based approach we can look at marriage and divorce, relationships with partners, children, families and friends, addictions, sexuality, adolescence, work, and personal growth. You deserve to achieve success and joy in your daily living. Finding that balance between work, play, partner, and family is the goal we all are striving to achieve.
I will work with you to bring balance and energy to your daily life. Using a mindfulness-based approach we can look at marriage and divorce, relationships with partners, children, families and friends, addictions, sexuality, adolescence, work, and personal growth. You deserve to achieve success and joy in your daily living. Finding that balance between work, play, partner, and family is the goal we all are striving to achieve.
Katie Potts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
Hello, I am so glad you found me! if you are someone who has been thinking of starting counseling I am glad you found me. I help all types of people including men and women who want to be able to navigate challenges in their life and know how to skillfully handle stressful situations and reduce feelings of burnout and overwhelm! I can help people that struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship struggles, singles, and couples.
Hello, I am so glad you found me! if you are someone who has been thinking of starting counseling I am glad you found me. I help all types of people including men and women who want to be able to navigate challenges in their life and know how to skillfully handle stressful situations and reduce feelings of burnout and overwhelm! I can help people that struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship struggles, singles, and couples.
Keri Warren
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, DMin, LMFT, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for individuals, couples and families who are experiencing the darkness of grief, the heartache of broken relationships, the discomfort and uncertainty that promotes overwhelming fear and anxiety; the trials of family life and the stress of difficult careers. I integrate my deep faith and trust in God's provision to help guide my work with my clients or for those whom I am supervising. My greatest desire is for you, my client, to know your great value and worth as you grow deeper in the own knowledge and wisdom of your calling and purpose in life. I invite you to learn more about me at my website: KareCounseling.com
I have a passion for individuals, couples and families who are experiencing the darkness of grief, the heartache of broken relationships, the discomfort and uncertainty that promotes overwhelming fear and anxiety; the trials of family life and the stress of difficult careers. I integrate my deep faith and trust in God's provision to help guide my work with my clients or for those whom I am supervising. My greatest desire is for you, my client, to know your great value and worth as you grow deeper in the own knowledge and wisdom of your calling and purpose in life. I invite you to learn more about me at my website: KareCounseling.com
Do you want to feel more intimate with your partner? More deeply connected? More attraction, more desire, a more intense level of loving sexual intimacy? I want to help. I love helping couples get the deep emotional and sexual intimacy they want in their relationship. When sexual problems occur, it can seem to signal a problem with the relationship or with you. But that's NOT true! In fact, the kind of intense real intimacy that lasts for years is not usually automatic. In fact, a good road map makes all the difference.
Do you want to feel more intimate with your partner? More deeply connected? More attraction, more desire, a more intense level of loving sexual intimacy? I want to help. I love helping couples get the deep emotional and sexual intimacy they want in their relationship. When sexual problems occur, it can seem to signal a problem with the relationship or with you. But that's NOT true! In fact, the kind of intense real intimacy that lasts for years is not usually automatic. In fact, a good road map makes all the difference.
Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable not only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's unique self.
Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable not only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's unique self.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping adult individuals and couples create positive changes in their lives. I specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. My ideal clients are open to self-exploration, willing to step out of their comfort zone, and ready to collaborate on their journey toward personal growth and improved well-being. I am LGBTQIA-affirming and committed to providing an inclusive, safe space for clients from diverse backgrounds.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping adult individuals and couples create positive changes in their lives. I specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. My ideal clients are open to self-exploration, willing to step out of their comfort zone, and ready to collaborate on their journey toward personal growth and improved well-being. I am LGBTQIA-affirming and committed to providing an inclusive, safe space for clients from diverse backgrounds.
Sacha Feirstein, LMSW, ACSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment for you to explore personal issues, dilemmas, and concerns in a professional setting. I utilize a highly empathic approach, always keeping in mind your comfort level & sense of security. I believe that psychotherapy can be deeply transformative and healing. I provide you the opportunity to embark upon a process of personal growth and development in an atmosphere of compassion and support. Therapy can be used to address problems as well as existential concerns, dreams, fears, and life transitions. I work with people of all races, sexual orientations, gender identities.
I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment for you to explore personal issues, dilemmas, and concerns in a professional setting. I utilize a highly empathic approach, always keeping in mind your comfort level & sense of security. I believe that psychotherapy can be deeply transformative and healing. I provide you the opportunity to embark upon a process of personal growth and development in an atmosphere of compassion and support. Therapy can be used to address problems as well as existential concerns, dreams, fears, and life transitions. I work with people of all races, sexual orientations, gender identities.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.