Therapists in Birmingham, MI

Hey there. Thanks for being here and exploring your options for therapy. Finding a good fit is important and this process can feel overwhelming. Let's simplify it: My goal is to create a safe and inviting space for us to explore everything from everyday thoughts to deep emotional content, personal challenges to professional considerations, and all of life's roles and transitions that you experience. You might be feeling a little lost, anxious, or sad as you navigate who you are and your relationships to others. I want you to know that you deserve peace, you deserve understanding, and you deserve a sense of belonging.

Welcome! I specialize in working with adult children of (and/or partners to) narcissists and the emotionally immature/abusive/unavailable. My clients say they’re relieved to have found a therapist who "gets" them. I am ready to "get" and care for you, too. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth, self-doubt/blame, shame, guilt, a sense of obligation? Are you an expert "people pleaser" because you had to be? Did you receive attention, love, acceptance based on certain conditions? Did you experience controlling behavior and/or inconsistency/instability that felt unsafe? Is it hard to advocate for yourself? I get it.

Most of my most current clients are adolescents and young adults wanting to uderstand why they are not satisfied with their lives. Most issues involve their relationships: Family, friend, sexual, work, or school. With the increased stress of the pandemic and economic insecurities today, everything is magnified and more difficult. What most clients want is to feel what they believe was normal again. Every story is unique and individual. No treatment plan is based on a cookie cutter approach. Your treatment is based on your needs and desires. You are a partner in your treatment. Actually you are in charge. I'm there to help you.

I have been specializing in treating anxiety disorders and OCD for over 20 years in adults and adolescents with individual and/or family/couple sessions. Because I specialize in anxiety disorders, clients frequently report much better progress than they have experienced with prior therapists who didn't specialize in anxiety but treated anxiety in a generalized manner along with many other issues. I specialize in use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Therapy and Exposure/Response Prevention (ERP). I have an audio program "Anxiety to Serenity" available on my website - either 4 CD's or as a download.

As a therapist with a background in clinical psychology, I understand the leap of faith involved in seeking out change. Fittingly, I have dedicated myself to providing treatment that is entirely confidential, empathetic, and free of judgment. Throughout the years, I have worked with a variety of clients dealing with circumstances that are unique to each and every one of their lives. I am able to communicate effectively and adapt my style and techniques according to individual needs, personalities, and backgrounds to best assist each client in achieving their goals and fullest potential.

I provide a supportive, accepting atmosphere in which I help people understand themselves more clearly. We work together to bring into focus the current and historical experiences that may be hindering you from achieving a happier and more fulfilling life, and which may be underlying depression or anxiety. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, and have been in practice for 27 years.

In life, you may often feel you’re stagnant, in the same repetitive cycle. You feel stressed and overwhelmed with responsibilities. Your direction seems unclear, and you’re uncertain how to reach the next chapter. You may be an overachiever who strives for perfection yet, are exhausted at the end of the day. You feel as if no one understands your inner thoughts and experience difficulty living up to the expectations of others. You fear being judged, causing you to distance yourself for fear of rejection. You have troubled relationships with others, due to not having the time or energy to socialize or fear saying the wrong thing.

Are you looking for a therapist who cares a lot about helping you to feel better? I have worked with adults for over 15 years helping them to find healing ways to change and move toward who they want to be. My expertise is specifically in working with people who are experiencing depression and/or anxiety that stops them from living as they desire. I find it rewarding to help someone & see them progress to feeling hopeful about their life and their future.

Services I offer therapy and analysis for a wide range of psychological concerns. In my practice, each treatment is tailored to meet each client's unique needs. I most often address anxiety and fears, relationship and behavioral issues, depression, family conflict, loss or grief, self-esteem. I am also able to help with career counseling, divorce, and emotional disturbances. I have helped treat certain difficulties, such as Attention Deficit (ADHD), Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality, and Mood Disorders.; Ofrezco servicios en ESPANOL. Terapia y psicoanalysis para ayudar a una gama amplia de dificultades psicologicas y emocionales. Soy Bilingue y versada en problemas biculturales.

“The only constant in life is change.” Are you adjusting to a: new job, relationship, loss of a loved one, or overall change in your way of life? Do you feel overwhelmed by the many changes causing you to feel stagnant? You notice others seemingly accepting change fluidly throughout their lives and are somewhat in awe of the process. You are tired of replaying the same scenario in your head, while your sadness and anxiety escalate.

I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.

Welcoming couples clients! Relationship problems are common, and you have taken a courageous step by seeking therapy. As one of the few psychologists specializing in couple therapy, I have supported hundreds of couples by providing effective, evidence-based treatments that scientific research has shown to bring significant and lasting improvement. My own research on relationships has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and featured here in Psychology Today, international media outlets such as Business Insider Germany & New York Times Best Seller Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown.

I have worked with people having several issues, including but not limited to, Depression, Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Emotional Dys-Regulation, Social Anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Relationship Issues, LGBTQ+ issues, Social Communication/Boundary Issues, Divorce, Grief and Loss, and other Life Challenges. I counsel teenagers and adults who are dealing with some of these life challenges. I want to help you to be able to move forward again – taking one small step at a time. I want to remind you that you are not alone and that there is help available.

EMDR Certified Therapist. Stop feeling worried, anxious or depressed. Do you struggle with feeling good about yourself or feeling unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you want to improve your motivation and achievements? Sounds like you need a change, and there is no better time than now. I have focused my work on helping the individual and family heal from a place of love and understanding. Pulling from multiple evidence based counseling techniques and foundations of counseling including CBT and EMDR, I blend authentic caring with here and now problem solving and skill building to handle the ebb and flow of life.

I aim to provide a supportive environment in which lasting life changes are made with a greater sense of meaning, purpose, and overall well-being. I specialize in helping individuals overcome behavioral, emotional, and relationship patterns that often result in anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, substance use, low self esteem etc. As a result of therapy, you will have increased self awareness, make better choices for yourself, and develop healthier, more balanced relationships.

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.

Therapy serves different purposes for many people. It serves as a space to assist with the reduction of specific symptoms that negatively impact your life, or it allows you to understand parts or aspects of yourself that have been repressed, or it can provide you with the space to learn stress management / emotional regulation skills, or establish goals/boundaries to improve your quality of life. Many of us need a safe space to investigate who we were, who we are, and who we would like to be. Therapy serves as this space. Together in therapy, we can take the first step to improvement, but it first starts with your decision to begin.

Have you been struggling with chronic illness and chronic pain (3 months or longer). Do you have a history of chronic pain or the following symptoms: Back Pain, Tension Headaches, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Abdominal Pain, Foot Pain, Sciatic Pain, IBS, Chronic Fatigue, Insomnia, or Dizziness? Have you been searching for ways and methods to relieve your pain without any real relief or change? Your pain is real! You are not making it up! It would be cruel to think otherwise. So, what is Pain? It is a protector, a warning signal that detects danger. All pain is produced by the brain.

Reaching out for help can feel daunting, but therapy works. Whether you are seeking to manage anxiety or depression, navigate relationships. or cope with life changes, therapy can provide a safe and nurturing space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, make positive changes, and enhance your mental health and overall well-being. By exploring your unique story, we can deepen your self-awareness, enhance your coping strategies, and uncover the beliefs, behaviors, and patterns that shape your journey, paving the way for emotional growth and healing.