Therapists in Baroda, MI
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How? What? When? Who? What should I do?
So many challenging life questions! We listen, encourage, help. Life Coach Psychology treats all kinds of emotional challenges. We treat children, and assess and manage autism and ADHD.
How? What? When? Who? What should I do?
So many challenging life questions! We listen, encourage, help. Life Coach Psychology treats all kinds of emotional challenges. We treat children, and assess and manage autism and ADHD.
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![Photo of Robert Sepulveda, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0810d1f4-06ec-44b1-ad56-0b01e17b98ad/4/320x400.jpeg)
Robert Sepulveda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a passion for providing the utmost quality of services to individuals struggling with mental health issues. In my counseling program I gained knowledge in practicing as an ethical and multicultural counselor. In addition, I have gained valuable insight in counseling diverse populations through my internships in community mental health centers.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a passion for providing the utmost quality of services to individuals struggling with mental health issues. In my counseling program I gained knowledge in practicing as an ethical and multicultural counselor. In addition, I have gained valuable insight in counseling diverse populations through my internships in community mental health centers.
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Living in relationships with others is hard work. It’s complicated and it’s often hard to know what healthy relationships are meant to look, feel, or sound like. As a limited Marriage and Family and Professional Counselor, Hannah gets the deep complexities of human relationships and specializes in providing therapy to couples, families, and individuals. She is passionate about helping clients build stronger, healthier relationships – relationships that just work and feel better.
Living in relationships with others is hard work. It’s complicated and it’s often hard to know what healthy relationships are meant to look, feel, or sound like. As a limited Marriage and Family and Professional Counselor, Hannah gets the deep complexities of human relationships and specializes in providing therapy to couples, families, and individuals. She is passionate about helping clients build stronger, healthier relationships – relationships that just work and feel better.
![Photo of Hayley Sanchez, MS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff9275ca-149d-441f-9861-96f91def0447/1/320x400.jpeg)
Being pregnant and having a baby can be a time of great joy and excitement. It can also be a time where other emotions come to the surface - sadness, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and rage. This is more common than we may think as 1 in 5 women will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Motherhood was not meant to be lived and experienced on your own. Having someone who understands as a mother and therapist can help you to feel like yourself again.
Being pregnant and having a baby can be a time of great joy and excitement. It can also be a time where other emotions come to the surface - sadness, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and rage. This is more common than we may think as 1 in 5 women will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Motherhood was not meant to be lived and experienced on your own. Having someone who understands as a mother and therapist can help you to feel like yourself again.
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Doctor Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, DMFT, LMFT, MSCP
Verified Verified
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Waitlist for new clients
When you come in for services, we will work together as a team to tackle areas in your life that have been a source of distress. Despite any feelings of discouragement or hopelessness, I can help provide you with the hope that you need in order to be strengthened to address those areas of distress. My goal is to help you heal from any wounds that affect your life, and to assist you in dealing with any issues that affect how well you are able to walk through your days. Although the journey is tough, when your therapist is also your teammate, it helps to ease your burden and give you the strength to go on.
When you come in for services, we will work together as a team to tackle areas in your life that have been a source of distress. Despite any feelings of discouragement or hopelessness, I can help provide you with the hope that you need in order to be strengthened to address those areas of distress. My goal is to help you heal from any wounds that affect your life, and to assist you in dealing with any issues that affect how well you are able to walk through your days. Although the journey is tough, when your therapist is also your teammate, it helps to ease your burden and give you the strength to go on.
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Hello, I'm Andrew Cooper. At Corewell Health Psychology in Berrien Springs, we understand that life's challenges can feel overwhelming. It's my goal to not only help guide you through these difficult times but also to understand the world from your perspective. By integrating a humanistic approach with cognitive-behavioral techniques, we'll work together to tailor a path of therapy that suits your pace and respects your unique journey.
Hello, I'm Andrew Cooper. At Corewell Health Psychology in Berrien Springs, we understand that life's challenges can feel overwhelming. It's my goal to not only help guide you through these difficult times but also to understand the world from your perspective. By integrating a humanistic approach with cognitive-behavioral techniques, we'll work together to tailor a path of therapy that suits your pace and respects your unique journey.
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Imagine a life where anxiety no longer holds you back, where you have the tools to conquer daily struggles, and where you feel a renewed sense of control and enjoyment of life. Are you overwhelmed and exhausted by the countless demands of motherhood? Are you tired of saying "yes" when you really just want to say "no"? Are you frustrated by being misunderstood and having the same argument over and over with your spouse? Have you lost a sense of purpose or joy amidst the mundane daily tasks of motherhood? I specialize in supporting women and post-partum moms find joy, hope and healing in the midst of your daily responsibilities.
Imagine a life where anxiety no longer holds you back, where you have the tools to conquer daily struggles, and where you feel a renewed sense of control and enjoyment of life. Are you overwhelmed and exhausted by the countless demands of motherhood? Are you tired of saying "yes" when you really just want to say "no"? Are you frustrated by being misunderstood and having the same argument over and over with your spouse? Have you lost a sense of purpose or joy amidst the mundane daily tasks of motherhood? I specialize in supporting women and post-partum moms find joy, hope and healing in the midst of your daily responsibilities.
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I incorporates traditional talk therapy techniques with carefully selected art media to allow clients to explore personal struggle through color, line and form. It is thru the creative process and the subsequent artwork where I aids clients in beginning their therapeutic journey. Art therapy is an effective therapeutic approach for clients across the lifespan. It can be applied to treat any mental health issues, or life challenge, be it short-term or ongoing. Anyone is a good candidate for art therapy. For many, it can be difficult to talk about complex issues.
I incorporates traditional talk therapy techniques with carefully selected art media to allow clients to explore personal struggle through color, line and form. It is thru the creative process and the subsequent artwork where I aids clients in beginning their therapeutic journey. Art therapy is an effective therapeutic approach for clients across the lifespan. It can be applied to treat any mental health issues, or life challenge, be it short-term or ongoing. Anyone is a good candidate for art therapy. For many, it can be difficult to talk about complex issues.
![Photo of Becka O'Neil, MA, LLPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b8e51ca-d25d-4a83-a739-5fe89729a953/1/320x400.jpeg)
Becka O'Neil
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Stevensville, MI 49127
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a variety of people, with special interest in adolescents and young adults, and have experience with issues such as stress management, anxiety, depression, identity development, and emotion dysregulation.
I enjoy working with a variety of people, with special interest in adolescents and young adults, and have experience with issues such as stress management, anxiety, depression, identity development, and emotion dysregulation.
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Making time for self care can be difficult and we can often struggle to create space for our healing and flourishing. My goal is to provide holistic therapy that starts with creating a gentle therapeutic space that will continue to grow and evolve as your needs change. I’m passionate about providing a compassionate and focused therapy to each one of my clients using a multiculturally-sensitive approach to engender a safe, open environment. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, body-image issues, Women's issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and attachment issues, and I'm eager to walk with you on your journey.
Making time for self care can be difficult and we can often struggle to create space for our healing and flourishing. My goal is to provide holistic therapy that starts with creating a gentle therapeutic space that will continue to grow and evolve as your needs change. I’m passionate about providing a compassionate and focused therapy to each one of my clients using a multiculturally-sensitive approach to engender a safe, open environment. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, body-image issues, Women's issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and attachment issues, and I'm eager to walk with you on your journey.
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Molly Triemstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
When you care for a child who has been through hard things you may feel alone, confused, and not sure how to help. Kids often don't have the words to express what they are feeling. When your child and I work together, we will use art, sand and other play activities to allow them to express themselves in ways that feel safe. Trauma affects all areas of life. I would be honored to work with you and your child to navigate the struggles and celebrate the victories.
When you care for a child who has been through hard things you may feel alone, confused, and not sure how to help. Kids often don't have the words to express what they are feeling. When your child and I work together, we will use art, sand and other play activities to allow them to express themselves in ways that feel safe. Trauma affects all areas of life. I would be honored to work with you and your child to navigate the struggles and celebrate the victories.
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Jennifer Seven Avery-Williams
Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stevensville, MI 49127 (Online Only)
Are you restless and frustrated and want more out of your life but not sure exactly what that looks or feels like? Are you involved in a relationship that has grown stale and distant and desire more intimacy? Do you ever wonder if conflict could be seen as the Golden Ticket to Intimacy? At HC Studios, formerly Hellcat Counseling, we strive to reimagine relationship conflict and struggle as an invitation to find the very thing you want -- deeper, more meaningful relationships? Here, we wonder with you what it would mean for your relationships if we turned toward the conflict instead away.
Are you restless and frustrated and want more out of your life but not sure exactly what that looks or feels like? Are you involved in a relationship that has grown stale and distant and desire more intimacy? Do you ever wonder if conflict could be seen as the Golden Ticket to Intimacy? At HC Studios, formerly Hellcat Counseling, we strive to reimagine relationship conflict and struggle as an invitation to find the very thing you want -- deeper, more meaningful relationships? Here, we wonder with you what it would mean for your relationships if we turned toward the conflict instead away.
![Photo of Nancy Curotto - Nancy Curotto, Psy.D. LLC, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/09af82d8-f313-4e15-8933-a2045d096ab4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nancy Curotto, Psy.D. LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgman, MI 49106 (Online Only)
For over 20 years, I've had the privilege of helping individuals recognize their emotional needs and develop the skills to achieve wellness. I offer a specialized setting where you can develop an understanding of how past/current relationships, childhood, and adult experiences have influenced your life, career choices/satisfaction, and overall happiness. My treatment style is interactive, and my approach includes exploring mental/emotional, spiritual, and physical needs and identifying your strengths and gifts. I emphasize the importance and uniqueness of diverse cultural backgrounds and their influence on one's life.
For over 20 years, I've had the privilege of helping individuals recognize their emotional needs and develop the skills to achieve wellness. I offer a specialized setting where you can develop an understanding of how past/current relationships, childhood, and adult experiences have influenced your life, career choices/satisfaction, and overall happiness. My treatment style is interactive, and my approach includes exploring mental/emotional, spiritual, and physical needs and identifying your strengths and gifts. I emphasize the importance and uniqueness of diverse cultural backgrounds and their influence on one's life.
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Sylvia Bowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (Online Only)
My motto is "What is important to you is important to me". This is a space to share without a filter, address your needs and goals and heal from past hurts as well as plan for a successful and healthy future.
My motto is "What is important to you is important to me". This is a space to share without a filter, address your needs and goals and heal from past hurts as well as plan for a successful and healthy future.
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I'm a Psychotherapist with 20 years experience offering psychotherapy and coaching services at Thrive Psychology in St. Jospeh, MI. I practice client centered psychotherapy with experience in family therapy, groups, women, men, adolescents and diversity. My main focus is in supporting my clients to develop into the healthy functioning individuals in their personal and professional lives. I have certification in IMAGO relationship therapy and EMDR therapy.
I'm a Psychotherapist with 20 years experience offering psychotherapy and coaching services at Thrive Psychology in St. Jospeh, MI. I practice client centered psychotherapy with experience in family therapy, groups, women, men, adolescents and diversity. My main focus is in supporting my clients to develop into the healthy functioning individuals in their personal and professional lives. I have certification in IMAGO relationship therapy and EMDR therapy.
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Kristin Emanuel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Not accepting new clients
Finding the right therapist can be the key to helping you rediscover your zest for life. Engaging in therapy can be transformative when depression has made everyday life feel impossible or stress has you feeling overwhelmed. I have experience working with teenagers and adults helping them face challenges, develop coping skills, and overcome the issues that keep them from enjoying their lives.
Finding the right therapist can be the key to helping you rediscover your zest for life. Engaging in therapy can be transformative when depression has made everyday life feel impossible or stress has you feeling overwhelmed. I have experience working with teenagers and adults helping them face challenges, develop coping skills, and overcome the issues that keep them from enjoying their lives.
![Photo of Ashley C Elcock, MS, LMFT, CCTP-I, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/600ae256-8173-4b75-a9e0-4ecd23d9d231/2/320x400.jpeg)
Ashley C Elcock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Joseph, MI 49085 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients in both Indiana and Michigan! I am a licensed Master's level Marriage and Family Therapist holding a M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, with extra specialization in working with couples and trauma. Whether it is relationship conflict, infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, behavioral or anger difficulties, grief, parenting concerns, difficult life transitions, medical or other life stress- I strive to work together with my clients towards positive changes in their lives, and healing outcomes!
Accepting new clients in both Indiana and Michigan! I am a licensed Master's level Marriage and Family Therapist holding a M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, with extra specialization in working with couples and trauma. Whether it is relationship conflict, infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, behavioral or anger difficulties, grief, parenting concerns, difficult life transitions, medical or other life stress- I strive to work together with my clients towards positive changes in their lives, and healing outcomes!
![Photo of Erick M Pena - EP Therapy, PLLC, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f1b8fd2d-32c7-46ed-904c-f9c3e8bf3160/2/320x400.jpeg)
EP Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (Online Only)
I have dealt with depression and anxiety for about 20 years, and it wasn't until I finally got the help I needed through CBT and EMDR that everything started to make sense, and my mental health began to take a turn for the best. I believe that in the same way, these therapies helped me deal with the negative symptoms that plagued my life for so long, they can also help you. I want to help you understand why you feel the way you feel so that you can address it and begin living your best life.
I have dealt with depression and anxiety for about 20 years, and it wasn't until I finally got the help I needed through CBT and EMDR that everything started to make sense, and my mental health began to take a turn for the best. I believe that in the same way, these therapies helped me deal with the negative symptoms that plagued my life for so long, they can also help you. I want to help you understand why you feel the way you feel so that you can address it and begin living your best life.
![Photo of Benjamin Cowe - Mindful Foundations Counseling PLLC, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59892b21-9460-476c-80e7-87ca5b5576a8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mindful Foundations Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
For those who are curious to learn more confident and skillful ways to navigate life's many dimensions, I can provide the support they seek. I foster a safe and comfortable environment for clients to explore their inner and interpersonal lives, allowing clients to discover areas for healing and growth. I primarily work with adolescents and adults on an individual basis, but I will also meet with families and couples in select cases. I closely collaborate with clients to tailor a plan to each person's specific needs and goals.
For those who are curious to learn more confident and skillful ways to navigate life's many dimensions, I can provide the support they seek. I foster a safe and comfortable environment for clients to explore their inner and interpersonal lives, allowing clients to discover areas for healing and growth. I primarily work with adolescents and adults on an individual basis, but I will also meet with families and couples in select cases. I closely collaborate with clients to tailor a plan to each person's specific needs and goals.
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Do you struggle with aspects of your life, you wish could be different? Perhaps it's the way you feel or a certain behavior you find problematic. Maybe your concern involves your relationships with others or thoughts about yourself. I can help you change that. I believe that much of life is about balance. When our lives become out of balance we often feel hurt, stressed, angry, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. I have a strong interest in helping you achieve (or restore) the balance and peace you seek in your life, and I know that together we can achieve that goal.
Do you struggle with aspects of your life, you wish could be different? Perhaps it's the way you feel or a certain behavior you find problematic. Maybe your concern involves your relationships with others or thoughts about yourself. I can help you change that. I believe that much of life is about balance. When our lives become out of balance we often feel hurt, stressed, angry, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. I have a strong interest in helping you achieve (or restore) the balance and peace you seek in your life, and I know that together we can achieve that goal.
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Baroda, MI
< 10
Therapists in Baroda, MI who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Child |
100% | ADHD |
100% | Geriatric and Seniors |
100% | Life Coaching |
100% | Grief |
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Baroda, MI see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
100% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Baroda?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.