Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Brighton, MI

Assessment can be an incredible tool in seeking solutions for children and adolescents experiencing significant difficulties in their daily lives. I aspire to be the key to unlock the door with solutions so each child can strive to reach their maximum potential. My training and education include a Masters Degree in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Michigan. This approach to evaluation includes the biological, psychological, and social contributions to our lives that make each of us the person we are today.

Is your child struggling in home or at school? Do you worry that he/she may may have ADHD or a learning disability? I provide comprehensive evaluation and testing services to children and adolescents in order to help answer those questions. I also provide individualized recommendations to help your family THRIVE. In addition, my colleagues and I are committed to working with children, adolescents and adults by providing effective, individualized, and research-driven treatment.

Dr. Mark Bowers is a Pediatric Psychologist in Brighton, MI. He is clinical director of the Brighton Center. He has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and families for over 25 years. He specializes in neurodevelopmental diagnoses (i.e., Autism Spectrum, Asperger's, ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance, and Learning Difficulties. Dr. Bowers is Neurodiversity-Affirming. He developed an app (www.mysosh.com) to help children improve their social skills that has been downloaded in over 60 countries and is being used in elementary/high schools and colleges across the US.

Headspace Counseling Services is a group therapy practice of 19 mental health therapists/licensed professionals, 6 of which are located within our Brighton practice, like myself! with diverse backgrounds and various expertise. The practice is owned by Ashita Ghelani LMSW, MA LLP, CAADC. At Headspace Counseling Services, we offer the following services: 1. Provide FDA Approved ADD/ADHD testing for 6-60 years of age for individuals 2. Medication Management for teens and adults 3. Counseling services for all ages. We offer in-person as well as telehealth services. We are open 6 days a week.

We specialize in neuropsychological assessments and evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults, while also providing treatment for anxiety and mood conditions. Do you or a loved one have difficulty at school, work, or with relationships? Are you concerned about your child's social development? Are you wondering if your child has ADHD or a learning disability? Are you concerned about changes with your parent's memory or behavior? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then we can help. - Erin Mark, PhD, Clinic Director

Emotional wellbeing is a fundamental component to your health and quality of life. Interpersonal, academic, social, and occupational challenges can interfere with your daily functioning and health. Therapy offers an environment and relationship in which to be heard, understood, and promote growth and change that leads to improved emotional wellbeing and makes a difference in how life is lived. I aim to provide effective psychological services for people experiencing a wide range of challenges that may be an obstacle in their lives, including those with debilitating issues to those seeking self-discovery and insight.

We offer private, confidential psychological evaluations and treatment services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. We specialize in comprehensive evaluations, individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, parent coaching, ADHD coaching, eating disorders, tics/tourettes, DBT, CBT, toilet training, school refusal, agressive behavior, cutting, depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, exposure therapy, dietitian services, group services, equine-assited therapy and advocating for children in the educational setting. We also run various groups throughout the year for different age groups and issues.

Dr. Toplyn has a special passion for DBT related treatment and autism assessment. She enjoys working with issues related to trauma, loss, abuse, adoption and placement. She has continued to work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, severe and persistent mental illness and can provide both group and individual DBT informed therapy. Her most recent work has been providing forensic evaluations to adults and teens involved in the legal system allowing her to empathize with those involved in the court system.

Help Me To Help You! I provide discreet sessions to professional athletes and their families. Also, I do substance use or abuse evaluations. I am an LMSW, CAADC, ICAADC, Qualified SAP, and Qualified SAE. Over the 40 years, I have had the honor of helping children, adolescents and adults by providing evidenced-based therapy to individual, family, groups, and megagroups. I have been a senior therapist, clinical director, drug court evaluator, forensic psychotherapist, and educator. I create a relaxed and supportive environment. I use a strengths-based, solution-focused, and empowerment-oriented approach.

Children, adolescents, and families face challenges and stresses everyday; sometimes, these can become too much to handle alone. Particularly during this stressful time, effective treatment and support are necessary AND accessible through online therapy. Our treatment orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a short-term, goal-oriented, and effective approach. We enjoy collaborating with schools (if indicated) to provide a well-rounded intervention. We also offer excellent, research-based teletherapy for kids, adolescents, and families. Call today to find out more about how we can help your child and family thrive!

Kathleen Roberson is a Rehabilitation and Licensed Professional Counselor who obtained a double Master's Degree from Wayne State University. Her degree is in Rehabilitation and Family Inclusion and Mental Health Counseling. Kathleen believes in inclusivity and feels that everyone needs to have the ability to become a productive part of our society without the stigma of mental health issues or physical disabilities. In her spare time she enjoys art therapy, music, learning about other cultures, traveling and cooking.

Everyone can use someone to talk to. Whether they just need to have a person to vent to or someone to help realign their life perspective, it is important to have a person. I want to be that person to others. I want to help to encourage others, provide positive change, promote health and stability and have open communication to others. A person who seeks therapy knows that their life journey is easier when shared with someone who can help manage the struggles and celebrate the joys that our journey has and they are willing to navigate them and are ready for a change.

Now accepting new clients! I am a fully licensed mental health counselor with over 16 years of counseling experience. My current practice focuses on a variety of concerns such as occupation & higher education, life transitions & relationships. Additionally, I understand the obstacles faced by those who are gifted, talented, creative, and struggling with anxiety. I also treat stress related issues, trauma, grief and depressive disorders. Life coaching is also available.

I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. Each individual brings new and different elements to culturally reoccuring problems. Our work together usually enriches us both. As a CBT therapist, I believe the value of changing thoughts, beliefs and attitudes. These strategies are especially effective for anxiety, depression, addictions, anger and interpersonal interactions. I am also an advocate for personal choice and self care. So while changing thoughts and attitudes is helpful, the client decides which thoughts and attitudes they want to change. Finally, I supplement CBT with practical strategies for relationships, healthy lifestyles, relaxation, problem solving and general coping.

Does your life seem filled with conflict? Do you struggle with persistent painful emotions? Have you found yourself entrapped by bad habits? These are a sample of some of the painful experiences many may have. Each day we hope that something will change. It isn't circumstances that must change...but who we are. One day, we tell ourselves, we will finally emerge out of the shadows of our struggles. At LPS, therapy not only addresses immediate problems, but helps build greater insight, personal skill building and thinking tools as essential steps toward that fulfilling life and successful future.

No matter how hard you try to move forward, you feel like your taking one step back. You’re a high performer with perfectionism tendencies and always put on a smile, which helps you forget your pain. You may feel you will never be fully happy and never be able to fully enjoy life how others do, because of your many losses, attributing to your decreased self esteem. You may keep friends and family at a distance, to protect yourself from yet another inevitable loss. You may have stopped exercising and taking care of yourself the way you used to, since it takes too much work and you're just surviving at the end of another long day.

You have been sitting with your thoughts and seem to recycle your memories. You are excellent at suppressing your hurt and stay busy with work and life as a distraction. You may no longer connect with others the way you used to and keep friends and family at a distance. The Pandemic may have increased your anxiety and depression and you are uncertain where to begin. Your worry and fear come out as: anger, sadness and controlling behaviors, due to questioning your worth and self esteem. Will I ever feel truly happy? Will I feel truly loved? Will I find my life path and the career that makes my soul soar? Will I learn to forgive?

Nicole uses an integrative approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual. She is a certified Child and Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional and also certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and enjoys encorporating its modalities into therapy when appropriate (mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness). Nicole has a deep understanding of school issues, special education, behavior analysis and interventions, self-concept, parent-coaching, girl-issues, ADHD, ASD and improving overall social, emotional and behavioral functioning.

Marley has worked in a variety of mental health and patient care fields, including Applied Behavior Analysis, and managing group homes for those with disabilities. Marley has experience working with individuals of all ages with varying psychological disorders. They are experienced working in individual therapy settings and providing psychological assessments. They work from a person-centered approach and strive to provide treatment best suited for each client.