Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Bay City, MI

Gloria Waugh is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her undergraduate degree in Family Life Education from Spring Arbor University and her Master of Arts in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. She began her career working as an outpatient clinician treating children, teens, adults and families with diverse diagnosis including severe and persistent mental illnesses, mood disorders, bi-polar, schizophrenia, depression, anger, anxiety, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorders, chronic pain, PMDD, personality disorders and co-occurring disorders.

My goal as a therapist is to restore your life back to when you felt happy, strong, inspired, and empowered. I hope you will allow me to assist you in finding your inner strength to make positive choices and live life with a fresh and new perspective. Areas of treatment include anger, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, troubled youth, low self-esteem, as well as abuse and neglect. I am dedicated to working with adolescents, adults, and families. Together we can get through whatever life throws at you!

One of the most important tools for successful therapy is the relationship between clinician and client. I believe in creating a judgment free atmosphere through empathetic listening skills and positive regard for the client. I utilize an eclectic combination of Person Centered, Strengths Based, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Reflective Listening, Emotional Processing, and EMDR to work with individuals from childhood to retirement in addressing issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, gender dysphoria, LGBTQIA+, trauma, grief, self-esteem, self-harm, and substance use/addiction.

Michigan Psychoanalytic Services has been in operation for over 25 years. Providing exceptional counseling for individuals, families, couples, children, and young adults, Alesha Shaheen has helped thousands of people overcome mental health challenges and live out fulfilling lives. Our goal is to always be here for you and support your growth on this beautiful journey of life.

Rick Mastroianni LMSW, CAADC We all have rough patches from time to time and can use an impartial person to help get us back on track, and that is what Rick can do for his clients. Rick is well versed in traversing life's obstacles and assisting in overcoming many different types of challenges. With 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Rick specializes in working with borderline personality disorder, substance use disorder, and self-harm client Rick has experience working for multiple CMH’s in both Michigan and Nevada. Rick has worked in the emergency room providing emergency psychiatric care.

As a clinical therapist, it is my hope to help those seeking true life change. If you or someone you love is tired of living in the same downward spiral of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and hopelessness--don't give up, I am here for you.

We work with clients struggling with substance abuse, trauma, and mental health issues. We have years of experience working with adolescents and adults, providing individual, family, and marital counseling. We have a wide range of experience working with juveniles, sexual offenders, and abuse/neglect clients.

I strive to create a safe space for my clients to be their authentic selves. Everyone has their own unique journey, so I believe in letting my clients lead the way to ensure we stayed focused on your wants, needs and therapeutic goals. Overall well-being starts with personal growth and exploration. Let's identify both current and past experiences that are creating barriers to you becoming the version of yourself that you want to be.

New Pathways founders Jennifer Werries, PhD, LPC, ACS, NCC, EMDR Certified and Thomas Parella, PhD, LPC, and strive to deliver caring, effective treatment in a warm and welcoming environment. Working with a therapist can be a great way to gain new perspectives, explore new options and solutions that may have eluded us, and find ways of getting "unstuck" from situations in which we may have felt helpless. At New Pathways, we view counseling as a collaboration between therapist and client, who work together to understand issues, clarify thoughts and feelings, establish goals, and find ways to achieve a better quality of life.

I am a licensed masters level clinical social worker with over 29 years experience providing mental health treatment to children and adults. I have extensive experience treating a multitude of issues, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship conflicts, family issues and mood disorders. I use a variety of approaches, depending on individual needs, to help my clients achieve their goals.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I serve adult individuals and couples. I work with a variety of emotional and behavioral issues affecting people across the lifespan: therapy for depression and anxiety, post-partum depression, parenting support, psycho-education, counseling for stress reduction/stress management, career counseling, behavioral interventions, etc. I personalize each treatment approach to the individual client's situation. I also have specialized training in issues of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, as well as Borderline Personality Disorder.

I hold a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI. I have more than 22 years experience working in the mental health field including crisis intervention, domestic violence, grief, and severe and persistent mental illness both inpatient and outpatient treatment. I seek supervision from other experienced therapists as part of my desire to bring you the best possible care. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan (64001007414).

Guided Grace Family and Youth Services takes an altruistic approach to therapy. We realize that the world has evolved and therapeutic services cannot stay the same. We provide individual and family therapy by offering multiple services. Our newly renovated space allows us provide an “out of the box” approach to your journey to total wellness by offering groups such as; anger management, Grief, LGBTQ, Batterers Intervention, Sensory and much more. We offer on and off site Licensed therapists, pharmacy services, and an onsite Psychiatric Services. With added programs, we provide a wraparound approach to therapeutic services.

I am a fully licensed psychologist in the state of Michigan and provide comprehensive and compassionate diagnostic and psychological treatment to toddlers, children, and teens and their families. It is my hope that my practice exemplifies the statement, "Nothing you do for children is ever wasted." (G. Keillor).

In the depths of despair, strength can emerge and resilience can be nurtured. These profound words from Cesar Chavez encapsulate the timeless truth that lies within each of us. I firmly believe in awakening and harnessing the untapped strength that resides within every individual. I understand that life can present challenges, whether you're personally grappling with behavioral issues, navigating turbulent emotions, experiencing significant life changes, or facing intricate family dynamics. That's why I am here, ready to accompany you on your journey towards healing and growth.

Overall wellness is what I focus on with my clients. This can mean so many things to each of us as individuals. Our mental and physical health need nurturing. In a nonjudgmental manner, I take a person-centered approach to sessions from the initial meeting, goal setting and throughout sessions thereafter. The relationship we will build will be the foundation of the work we do! I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 24 years working with clients of all ages. In the past few years, I have focused on trauma work, depression and anxiety disorders. I look forward to working with you as you set your wellness goals!

Hi there, I'm Pam. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). My journey in the human services field began over 13 years ago, and it's been an incredibly rewarding path. My career has taken me through various roles - from working in corrections and helping youth in foster care to mental health and substance abuse counseling. I earned my Bachelor's in Family Life Education and my Master's in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. But the real learning came from the life I've lived and the challenges I've faced.

I have experience working with individuals with ADHD, anger issues, anxiety, depression or autism spectrum disorders. I am fully trained to work with adults, children, and adolescents. I am trained to evaluate individuals for ADHD. I have also worked extensively with individuals struggling with severe mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

Healing starts the moment a person begins to be heard. As a therapist, I take the necessary time to listen to clients, build positive rapport, and explore the barriers and traumas that are causing distress in all aspects of life. It is my goal to ensure people feel safe and comfortable expressing their emotions, problems, and pain in a therapeutic setting. I believe with the right tools and coping mechanisms; healing is within reach and can be achieved. Let's take this journey together.