Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Bingham Farms, MI
I am a family, children, and adolescent therapist licensed in Michigan with over 12 years of experience working as a psych counselor and school social worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, parenting problems, Anger management, Autism, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a family, children, and adolescent therapist licensed in Michigan with over 12 years of experience working as a psych counselor and school social worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, parenting problems, Anger management, Autism, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
LaKema Covington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
What would it take for you to be your authentic self? What traumas or negative life experiences have kept you blocked from living your life fully and completely? Let's embark on this journey together to reveal the answers to these important questions. I am a fully licensed clinician who specializes in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence/abuse, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, interpersonal conflict, and various psychiatric diagnoses. By combining my lived experiences and clinical training, I can provide an effective therapeutic and relatable clinical experience.
What would it take for you to be your authentic self? What traumas or negative life experiences have kept you blocked from living your life fully and completely? Let's embark on this journey together to reveal the answers to these important questions. I am a fully licensed clinician who specializes in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence/abuse, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, interpersonal conflict, and various psychiatric diagnoses. By combining my lived experiences and clinical training, I can provide an effective therapeutic and relatable clinical experience.
Is your child struggling with behavioral issues? Are you feeling overwhelmed as a parent? I am here to help! As a clinical therapist with a deep passion for supporting children and pre-teens (ages 4-13), I specialize in addressing anxieties, behavioral concerns, executive functioning difficulties, and emotion regulation challenges. I have a unique ability to connect with kids, making them feel safe, seen, heard, and supported as they navigate the ups and downs of childhood. I believe in the power of teamwork, ensuring that parents are involved, informed, and learning alongside their children every step of the way.
Is your child struggling with behavioral issues? Are you feeling overwhelmed as a parent? I am here to help! As a clinical therapist with a deep passion for supporting children and pre-teens (ages 4-13), I specialize in addressing anxieties, behavioral concerns, executive functioning difficulties, and emotion regulation challenges. I have a unique ability to connect with kids, making them feel safe, seen, heard, and supported as they navigate the ups and downs of childhood. I believe in the power of teamwork, ensuring that parents are involved, informed, and learning alongside their children every step of the way.
Samantha Gumul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Becoming a mother or father is HARD and overwhelming at times. You may be working through this new transition in life and trying to figure out all the things. We are told to take care of ourselves while selflessly giving everything we have to our babies and family. This can lead us to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, emotional, irritable, and even angry. You may be struggling with finding yourself in this new role or longing to feel like yourself again. Your relationships with your partner, friends, and family may have changed. Your childhood experiences may have come flooding back.
Becoming a mother or father is HARD and overwhelming at times. You may be working through this new transition in life and trying to figure out all the things. We are told to take care of ourselves while selflessly giving everything we have to our babies and family. This can lead us to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, emotional, irritable, and even angry. You may be struggling with finding yourself in this new role or longing to feel like yourself again. Your relationships with your partner, friends, and family may have changed. Your childhood experiences may have come flooding back.
Lauren McLaughlin
Limited Licensed Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
We feel pain in many ways; worry, anger, confusion, and sadness. Our past has taught us how to respond to these feelings. Problems start when the way we have learned to cope is no longer working for us. My goal is to help identify thoughts, emotions, and action patterns. I promote mindfulness, art therapy, mind-body connection, and cognitive behavioral change. From there, we can collaborate to work toward your goals and find a more fulfilling way to live.
We feel pain in many ways; worry, anger, confusion, and sadness. Our past has taught us how to respond to these feelings. Problems start when the way we have learned to cope is no longer working for us. My goal is to help identify thoughts, emotions, and action patterns. I promote mindfulness, art therapy, mind-body connection, and cognitive behavioral change. From there, we can collaborate to work toward your goals and find a more fulfilling way to live.
My ideal client is someone who is genuinely seeking a path toward mental well-being. They recognize that they have areas in their life that need improvement and are ready to take proactive steps to address them. My ideal client is open to exploring different therapeutic approaches and is willing to collaborate with me to find what works best for them. They are driven by a desire to enhance their emotional resilience, improve their relationships, and achieve greater personal fulfillment.
My ideal client is someone who is genuinely seeking a path toward mental well-being. They recognize that they have areas in their life that need improvement and are ready to take proactive steps to address them. My ideal client is open to exploring different therapeutic approaches and is willing to collaborate with me to find what works best for them. They are driven by a desire to enhance their emotional resilience, improve their relationships, and achieve greater personal fulfillment.
Are you a non-birthing parent and looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to talk to someone about mental health? Please reach out for consultation to see if I would be a good fit for you! Often the everyday stresses of life can be more than we can handle already, being a new/expecting parent or can add significantly to that load. If you find that you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or thoughts of hopelessness, we can work side by side to navigate those feelings and create strong and stable foundations to meet them head on.
Are you a non-birthing parent and looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to talk to someone about mental health? Please reach out for consultation to see if I would be a good fit for you! Often the everyday stresses of life can be more than we can handle already, being a new/expecting parent or can add significantly to that load. If you find that you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or thoughts of hopelessness, we can work side by side to navigate those feelings and create strong and stable foundations to meet them head on.
Annie Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, PMH-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Are you seeking a secure space where you can feel acknowledged, appreciated and assisted on the journey of parenthood? Have you experienced trauma before becoming a parent and now it is all flooding back? Whether you're grappling with the stress of welcoming a new baby or just feeling lost in parenthood, prioritizing your own healing is vital to show up for yourself and your loved ones. Your relationship with yourself, your partner and family is changing. These changes need to be acknowledged. My aim is for you to depart from our sessions feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and empowered to confront life's challenges.
Are you seeking a secure space where you can feel acknowledged, appreciated and assisted on the journey of parenthood? Have you experienced trauma before becoming a parent and now it is all flooding back? Whether you're grappling with the stress of welcoming a new baby or just feeling lost in parenthood, prioritizing your own healing is vital to show up for yourself and your loved ones. Your relationship with yourself, your partner and family is changing. These changes need to be acknowledged. My aim is for you to depart from our sessions feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and empowered to confront life's challenges.
Welcome! Making the decision to start seeing a therapist is difficult and often comes after months, or even years, of emotional struggle, you are not alone. You may feel like you should be able to handle things on your own or you may be losing hope that things can get better at all. It takes courage, hope, and determination to reach out for help. I am here to listen, support, and work with you every step of the way. My therapeutic approach is grounded in collaboration, warmth, compassion, and honesty. I aim to help you build the skills and insights necessary to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life through self-reflection.
Welcome! Making the decision to start seeing a therapist is difficult and often comes after months, or even years, of emotional struggle, you are not alone. You may feel like you should be able to handle things on your own or you may be losing hope that things can get better at all. It takes courage, hope, and determination to reach out for help. I am here to listen, support, and work with you every step of the way. My therapeutic approach is grounded in collaboration, warmth, compassion, and honesty. I aim to help you build the skills and insights necessary to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life through self-reflection.
Over the past 14 years working in schools with teachers, students, parents, and families, I’ve become familiar with the many stressors and adjustments that occur for kids, adolescents, and parents during the journey of growing up. Its my belief that adults, all of us, also benefit from counseling and intentional work to take care of ourselves. To that end, I create a space free from judgement where you can be yourself and together we can work toward reaching your goals.
Over the past 14 years working in schools with teachers, students, parents, and families, I’ve become familiar with the many stressors and adjustments that occur for kids, adolescents, and parents during the journey of growing up. Its my belief that adults, all of us, also benefit from counseling and intentional work to take care of ourselves. To that end, I create a space free from judgement where you can be yourself and together we can work toward reaching your goals.
Pamela Adele Kanehann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are your relationships meeting your needs? Do you wonder how your past is getting in your way and impacting you currently? Is it difficult to take good care of your mental and physical health while also taking care of all of your responsibilities? Now more than ever, people are reporting higher levels of anxiety, depression, loneliness and relationship struggles. Would you like to learn how to prioritize your needs while also improving your relationships? My goal, as your therapist, is to partner with you and help you to find ways to live a happier more fulfilling life.
Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are your relationships meeting your needs? Do you wonder how your past is getting in your way and impacting you currently? Is it difficult to take good care of your mental and physical health while also taking care of all of your responsibilities? Now more than ever, people are reporting higher levels of anxiety, depression, loneliness and relationship struggles. Would you like to learn how to prioritize your needs while also improving your relationships? My goal, as your therapist, is to partner with you and help you to find ways to live a happier more fulfilling life.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
As a dedicated mental health counselor and clinical supervisor, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of pre and postpartum challenges, motherhood and fatherhood difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, and cancer-related diagnoses. My goal is to help you feel validated, more fulfilled, and genuinely connected in therapy.
As a dedicated mental health counselor and clinical supervisor, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of pre and postpartum challenges, motherhood and fatherhood difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, and cancer-related diagnoses. My goal is to help you feel validated, more fulfilled, and genuinely connected in therapy.
Sara Krahel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Are you wrestling with how your life is impacted by your own disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity? Are you a parent struggling how to navigate the world when you have a child who has a disability or is figuring out their own identity when it comes to potentially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community? These are questions and worries that are difficult to navigate on your own. It is helpful to have an unbiased person to turn to so you can process and understand how your intersectional identities can impact your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Are you wrestling with how your life is impacted by your own disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity? Are you a parent struggling how to navigate the world when you have a child who has a disability or is figuring out their own identity when it comes to potentially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community? These are questions and worries that are difficult to navigate on your own. It is helpful to have an unbiased person to turn to so you can process and understand how your intersectional identities can impact your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Chelsea Czegledi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I am committed to providing a warm, safe and judgment-free environment for older teens/young adults as well as those who are on the journey of parenthood. My belief is that every individual has the right to express their feelings, receive validation and have their voice be truly heard. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health as well as extensive expertise and experience in child development and in providing supportive services for young adults and parents of small children. I also find great joy in supporting individuals in their self-discovery process and in navigating the healing process from trauma.
I am committed to providing a warm, safe and judgment-free environment for older teens/young adults as well as those who are on the journey of parenthood. My belief is that every individual has the right to express their feelings, receive validation and have their voice be truly heard. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health as well as extensive expertise and experience in child development and in providing supportive services for young adults and parents of small children. I also find great joy in supporting individuals in their self-discovery process and in navigating the healing process from trauma.
Daniel Kotsias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
The problem with therapy bios (like this one) is that it's impossible to see if the therapist and client are a good fit from 2-3 generic paragraphs. Major studies show that up to 60 percent of progress in therapy comes from the therapeutic relationship. Conversational fit and flow are crucial to success in therapy.
The problem with therapy bios (like this one) is that it's impossible to see if the therapist and client are a good fit from 2-3 generic paragraphs. Major studies show that up to 60 percent of progress in therapy comes from the therapeutic relationship. Conversational fit and flow are crucial to success in therapy.
Your story is yours alone, and you get to define it. You may reach out to me through any of the contact details provided and we can work together to make a plan to help you through your concerns.
Your story is yours alone, and you get to define it. You may reach out to me through any of the contact details provided and we can work together to make a plan to help you through your concerns.
Ellen Yashinsky Chute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical therapist with 25 years of experience. I work with adults, families, couples and adolescent girls. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, as well as family systems issues such as parenting, abuse, divorce, military transitions, and aging family difficulties. I utilize a wide repertoire of evidenced based practices, as determined by each person's particular needs, seated in a relational foundation that creates a safe space for change.
I am a clinical therapist with 25 years of experience. I work with adults, families, couples and adolescent girls. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, as well as family systems issues such as parenting, abuse, divorce, military transitions, and aging family difficulties. I utilize a wide repertoire of evidenced based practices, as determined by each person's particular needs, seated in a relational foundation that creates a safe space for change.
Carolyn G Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Waitlist for new clients
Carolyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with clients of all ages in problem areas of ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Parenting, Trauma, ASD, Abuse,Domestic Violence, PTSD, Issues of Gender Identification and Depression. An experienced clinician with more than 18 years of work in Psychotherapy, she is sensitive to cultural differences that influence every client's values, language, and sense of self. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, with an emphasis on Psycho-education based on sound science, a dash of common sense, and a compassionate delivery.
Carolyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with clients of all ages in problem areas of ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Parenting, Trauma, ASD, Abuse,Domestic Violence, PTSD, Issues of Gender Identification and Depression. An experienced clinician with more than 18 years of work in Psychotherapy, she is sensitive to cultural differences that influence every client's values, language, and sense of self. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, with an emphasis on Psycho-education based on sound science, a dash of common sense, and a compassionate delivery.
Gayle Walls-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Hello, thank you for considering me as your therapist. I have a PhD in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Social Work. I've worked in the Mental Health field for many years providing quality care for those in need. My mission is to obtain optimum therapeutic interactions between patient and therapist to resolve mental health symptoms by helping patients to take control of their lives, obtain peace of mind, and a self-fulfilling life.
Hello, thank you for considering me as your therapist. I have a PhD in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Social Work. I've worked in the Mental Health field for many years providing quality care for those in need. My mission is to obtain optimum therapeutic interactions between patient and therapist to resolve mental health symptoms by helping patients to take control of their lives, obtain peace of mind, and a self-fulfilling life.
Robyn E. Gothelf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , MEd, IMH EII
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Is your child or Family in crisis? Divorce and joint custody? Separation Anxiety? Lack of emotional regulation? Need help understanding your child? Issues in school with socialization or academics? At every Developmental Stage the issues and concerns are different. Let me help interpret your child's behavior using Feeling Identification and Reflection Meaning so we can help them understand who they are. Let's work together so when the child uses Social Referencing he/she sees a parent that understands them and feels good about the world they live in. Your communication will improve and at that point so will your relationship.
Is your child or Family in crisis? Divorce and joint custody? Separation Anxiety? Lack of emotional regulation? Need help understanding your child? Issues in school with socialization or academics? At every Developmental Stage the issues and concerns are different. Let me help interpret your child's behavior using Feeling Identification and Reflection Meaning so we can help them understand who they are. Let's work together so when the child uses Social Referencing he/she sees a parent that understands them and feels good about the world they live in. Your communication will improve and at that point so will your relationship.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.