Psychodynamic Therapists in Bloomfield Hills, MI

I have been a practicing clinical psychologist for over 40 years and have specialized in the treatment of eating disorders for the past 35 years. I have maintained a practice in the Detroit area since 1988. Although I maintain a generalized (mixed) practice, I find treating individuals that are struggling with eating disorders a challenging and rewarding endeavor. The behaviors of eating disordered individuals are very similar but the issues behind the disorder are unique to each person.

I am a licensed psychologist with experience working with adolescents (age 15+) and adults. I have a passion and expertise in treating eating disorders, including clients struggling with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. Additionally, I have significant experience addressing anxiety, depression, non-suicidal self injury, relationship difficulties, identify developmental concerns, grief and loss, and life transitions and adjustments.

Are you constantly worrying or feeling anxious? Does it feel like you’re just existing and not living your best life? Are you struggling within your relationships (family, friends, significant other/spouse)? You know that feeling? That gut feeling that lets us know something needs to change. That feeling is what lead you here. The Best Me Counseling Services, LLC is a private practice that provides a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings without judgement. You have been doing your best, and we can work together to create new standards of what your best looks like. My belief is we are constantly evolving and learning.

I help my clients feel more connected to themselves and to others and to have richer, more meaningful relationships. The therapeutic process is designed to facilitate change and release one from pain and suffering. It is a collaborative effort as we address your concerns while we navigate the journey from crisis to wellness. I am most helpful in aiding people to find their true voice, to live their lives more fully and authentically. It is true that living an authentic life, where one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are in synch, brings about lasting happiness. My job is to help facilitate that process.

I am a fully licensed psychologist with over 40 years of experience treating adolescents, adults, elderly, individuals, couples and families. My approach is eclectic, using whatever therapeutic techniques are appropriate to each individual's needs. I am an interactive therapist. Short term therapy is my preferred approach, in order to enable individuals to become healthier, more functional and to move on without interminable therapy. My practice also consists of forensic psychology and industrial/organizational psychological consultation. I coach employees, managers and corporate executives. Initial appointments are within at most within one week of client's contact.

I am a clinical psychologist. I strive to give everyone who enters my office the opportunity to search deep in themselves, and truly find who they are and who they want to be. I listen objectively and without judgment. In order for healing to take place I believe a client needs to be heard but also understood and validated and given the tools that work for them. My goal is to help clients understand, manage, and learn to cope with any trauma, depression, anxiety, and addiction. My hope is to help be a support as the people I work with find healing.

Clients who have an interest in understanding the underlying dynamics of their feelings and how they translate to behaviors, often find our work together to be a good fit. Gradually, we work together to help you get comfortable as you consider authentic trust and honesty in session, even when topics might be awkward or deeply personal. Therapy feels and works best when a client is open to emotional discomfort, as well as open to the revelation that can come as we work together to explore their inner world with courage and curiosity.

My approach to counseling is ideal for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or struggling with daily tasks. I offer non-judgmental support to help you navigate and improve your holistic health journey. Together, we can aim for clarity, improved relationships, and effective coping strategies for life changes, trauma, or stressors. Your goals might include breaking old patterns, enhancing self-awareness, and moving toward personal and professional potential. I provide tailored, evidence-based therapy that respects your unique needs and fosters holistic growth.

I currently have immediate telehealth availability! Therapy can be intimidating and challenging so I make it my top priority to provide a safe and trusting environment where you can just be yourself. I focus on providing a caring, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to support you as you begin to address and cope with the challenges in your life. For LLPCs: I am taking on LLPCs for supervision.

With 43 years of experience as a psychotherapist and 16 years as a psychoanalyst I help people build on their strengths to accomplish the personal growth they are committed to attaining. Individual adults and couples undergoing stress, loss, transitions or anxiety can be helped to get on a healthier path through exploration of what is meaningful and what is missing in their lives. Children and adolescents and their parents can find guidance in restoration of good relationships and reestablishment of a healthy developmental path.

I love to work with people of all ages, but I have a passion for working with children and young adults. While we are not born with the emotional skills and knowledge needed to navigate life and form lasting relationships, they are crucial to our happiness. Whether learning basic coping skills or exploring more complex mental health issues, my clients all share a common goal: improving their day-to-day lives.

I use an integrative approach, offering a supportive, collaborative and empathetic space where you can explore your unique experiences and dive deeper into patterns that you’re looking to change. Together, we can reveal how these patterns came to be in order to make meaningful growth. Relationships are such a critical part of our lives. Whether you're struggling with patterns of codependency, difficulty in establishing boundaries, ineffective communication, or finding it challenging to trust and connect with people in your life, I will provide guidance and tools to cultivate authentic, fulfilling connections.

Do you feel overwhelmed with the stress of life and unable to make important decisions? Are you feeling lost and unsure of where to go next? Do feelings of anxiety, depression, and pressure take up a lot of your emotional energy? Are you noticing tension and discomfort in your body?

It is possible to feel better and make changes in your life. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you explore emotions related to current problems and teach you new ways of communicating and managing your feelings. My role is to help you feel better and increase your awareness both about yourself and the things you do. By increasing your understanding of past and present experiences, you can also improve your mood, your relationships, and overall functioning.

My work is based on respect for the client and the strength of our relationship. I work with adults and adolescents who have a variety of personal concerns. These include anxiety,depression, women's issues, work problems, anger, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transition, aging concerns, grief and loss, and stress. I believe that empathy and the ability to listen well are two of the most important qualities that a therapist can have in order to help a client make changes.

You are a high achiever with perfectionistic tendencies and often feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or feelings, avoiding them is easier but may not be working anymore. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, depersonalization, ADHD, chronic pain, OCD, overwhelm, or desire increased self-care and self-esteem. Relationships often feel challenging, causing you to question if you do in fact deserve meaningful connections with others. You yearn for deeper connections, however, may be uncertain where to begin. You question if the fragments of your past came together, perhaps your story would feel more complete.

Depression can feel like living in a deep, dark hole. You may have no energy, no hope that things will improve. You may be hearing some of the lies that depression tells us; it will never get better, you've already tried everything, why bother, you're always going to feel this way. Depression may tell you that you aren't strong enough to make changes in your life. Depression can drain the joy out of a sunny day, leaving you feeling hopeless and exhausted. You may be wondering how everyone else has it all sorted, and believe that if you were just a better person, you'd be ok.

At Reflections Child & Family Therapeutic Group, our priority is supporting children, parents, and families in achieving and maintaining a high quality of life and strengthening relationships. Our therapists have extensive training to specialize in working with the wide variety of issues and challenges facing families today. Our goal is to provide a supportive environment where change can be made possible. We hope to meet you soon!

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my focus is to help provide support for individuals, children and families in a nurturing and empathic environment. My goal is to create a safe and comfortable space in which you are in control of your own goals in treatment. I encourage an open therapeutic relationship to help individuals, parents or children feel emotionally supported and able to genuinely express themselves. I work to provide individuals and families with the tools to effectively move toward a positive change.