Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Chelsea, MI
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Allie Lyn VanSickle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118 (Online Only)
You have a fundamental right to feel happy, loved, and connected. There are many things that get in the way of that, including struggles like anxiety and depression. This can be caused by past trauma or other negative experiences, as well as genetics or circumstance. You might find that you’re your own worst critic, finding ways to judge or put yourself down. In truth, we’re all doing the best we can and we deserve support to heal, grow, and accept all the parts of ourselves. In addition to treating anxiety and depression, I provide support for conditions such as PTSD, ADHD, and OCD, among others.
You have a fundamental right to feel happy, loved, and connected. There are many things that get in the way of that, including struggles like anxiety and depression. This can be caused by past trauma or other negative experiences, as well as genetics or circumstance. You might find that you’re your own worst critic, finding ways to judge or put yourself down. In truth, we’re all doing the best we can and we deserve support to heal, grow, and accept all the parts of ourselves. In addition to treating anxiety and depression, I provide support for conditions such as PTSD, ADHD, and OCD, among others.
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Thomson specializes in behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for a variety of childhood behavioral health concerns, including anxiety, school refusal, selective mutism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), adjustment disorders, and disruptive behaviors.
Dr. Thomson is a Licensed Psychologist who received her PhD in School Psychology from Michigan State University. She has worked in school, hospital, and clinic-based settings, and is highly trained in evidence-based treatments for diverse childhood behavioral health concerns. She enjoys working collaboratively with children/teens, families, schools, and others to improve youths' functioning.
Thomson specializes in behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for a variety of childhood behavioral health concerns, including anxiety, school refusal, selective mutism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), adjustment disorders, and disruptive behaviors.
Dr. Thomson is a Licensed Psychologist who received her PhD in School Psychology from Michigan State University. She has worked in school, hospital, and clinic-based settings, and is highly trained in evidence-based treatments for diverse childhood behavioral health concerns. She enjoys working collaboratively with children/teens, families, schools, and others to improve youths' functioning.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with close to 30 years of post-masters experience in psychotherapy. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. Depression, anxiety, domestic violence, ADHD, and PTSD are my primary specialties. I also have significant experience in high conflict custody issues and post-divorce conflict. I am available via face-to-face sessions in downtown Chelsea Michigan, or via teletherapy. I take Blue Cross, Blue care Network, and Aetna.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with close to 30 years of post-masters experience in psychotherapy. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. Depression, anxiety, domestic violence, ADHD, and PTSD are my primary specialties. I also have significant experience in high conflict custody issues and post-divorce conflict. I am available via face-to-face sessions in downtown Chelsea Michigan, or via teletherapy. I take Blue Cross, Blue care Network, and Aetna.
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If you are struggling, stuck, or want a listening ear, we consider it an honor to learn from your story and walk with you through life's difficulties. We work across the lifespan. We hold advanced training in Perinatal Mood Disorders, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, Gottman, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Our highly skilled team has been featured in top-tier press: Women's Health, National Geographic, Parents, and Shape. We will incorporate a thorough assessment of what is going on with the use of research-proven interventions to help. Most of all, we will listen to your story and strive to help you heal and grow during every meeting.
If you are struggling, stuck, or want a listening ear, we consider it an honor to learn from your story and walk with you through life's difficulties. We work across the lifespan. We hold advanced training in Perinatal Mood Disorders, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, Gottman, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Our highly skilled team has been featured in top-tier press: Women's Health, National Geographic, Parents, and Shape. We will incorporate a thorough assessment of what is going on with the use of research-proven interventions to help. Most of all, we will listen to your story and strive to help you heal and grow during every meeting.
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New Moon Neuro Neurofeedback
Pre-Licensed Professional, CHHC, ICP-P
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118
We started New Moon Neuro as a way to share our mutual passion for mental health and mind/body wellness with others. After many years of intense stress, life changes and health crisis, we found IASIS Microcurrent Neurofeedback. Both of us found relief from lifelong issues, truly feeling like we were given a new lease on life! Now we are here to extend the tremendous benefits from Neurofeedback and other healing modalities with you and your family. We opened our doors to support you and your loved ones, in the way these tools have supported us and our loved ones. We look forward to being of service however we can. - Nicole & Brandon
We started New Moon Neuro as a way to share our mutual passion for mental health and mind/body wellness with others. After many years of intense stress, life changes and health crisis, we found IASIS Microcurrent Neurofeedback. Both of us found relief from lifelong issues, truly feeling like we were given a new lease on life! Now we are here to extend the tremendous benefits from Neurofeedback and other healing modalities with you and your family. We opened our doors to support you and your loved ones, in the way these tools have supported us and our loved ones. We look forward to being of service however we can. - Nicole & Brandon
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Being human is not always easy and life can be quite difficult. There may be times when you worry about the future, feel angry or sad; guilty or ashamed; feel upset about the emotional pain you are experiencing; or feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Therapy can help by providing you with the tools and insights to help you navigate through the most difficult of life's experiences. I believe our most challenging times in life can also be our greatest opportunity for change and growth-therapy is the place to nurture that process.
Being human is not always easy and life can be quite difficult. There may be times when you worry about the future, feel angry or sad; guilty or ashamed; feel upset about the emotional pain you are experiencing; or feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Therapy can help by providing you with the tools and insights to help you navigate through the most difficult of life's experiences. I believe our most challenging times in life can also be our greatest opportunity for change and growth-therapy is the place to nurture that process.
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Elyse Danielson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chelsea, MI 48118
Waitlist for new clients
I have over fourteen years of clinical experience initially in a hospital setting so I have a special passion for all things medical, I transitioned into private practice and fell in love with helping clients achieve their best quality of life. In session, I utilize EMDR and find it a huge asset to a client’s healing journey. I also will use a collaborative approach borrowing from several different therapy modalities Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, strength-based counseling, solution focused therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) routinely in sessions. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness.
I have over fourteen years of clinical experience initially in a hospital setting so I have a special passion for all things medical, I transitioned into private practice and fell in love with helping clients achieve their best quality of life. In session, I utilize EMDR and find it a huge asset to a client’s healing journey. I also will use a collaborative approach borrowing from several different therapy modalities Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, strength-based counseling, solution focused therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) routinely in sessions. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness.
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David Votruba PhD PLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, PLC, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118
The individuals, couples, and families with whom I work are interested in understanding and addressing not only certain specific emergent problems such as those associated with adjustment and relationship difficulties, depression, and anxiety, but also the underlying thoughts, feelings, and behavioral and relational patterns that have contributed to the development of these problems. Through a collaborative, empathic, psychotherapeutic process, these individuals, couples, and families expand and utilize their skills, strengths, and self-understanding in order to live more meaningful and rewarding lives.
The individuals, couples, and families with whom I work are interested in understanding and addressing not only certain specific emergent problems such as those associated with adjustment and relationship difficulties, depression, and anxiety, but also the underlying thoughts, feelings, and behavioral and relational patterns that have contributed to the development of these problems. Through a collaborative, empathic, psychotherapeutic process, these individuals, couples, and families expand and utilize their skills, strengths, and self-understanding in order to live more meaningful and rewarding lives.
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With over 30 years experience in working with children, I am suited for helping with both diagnostic and therapeutic needs for children. Widely versed in interventions for children with ADHD, ASD, mood regulation issues and interfacing with school staff around educational issues. Also experienced in forensic evaluations when a child's status is in question.
With over 30 years experience in working with children, I am suited for helping with both diagnostic and therapeutic needs for children. Widely versed in interventions for children with ADHD, ASD, mood regulation issues and interfacing with school staff around educational issues. Also experienced in forensic evaluations when a child's status is in question.
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As a psychotherapist & social researcher, I have 20+ years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a broad range of challenges & issues. We all live together in the same society, but the complex factors that effect each of us individually can create challenges that make it hard to succeed, live up to our potential & lead happy, satisfying lives. There are tools, that we can use to deal with these challenges. Learning how to access our inner strength and power is something each of us are capable of - and this empowerment is the key to resolving confusion, pain & suffering.
As a psychotherapist & social researcher, I have 20+ years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a broad range of challenges & issues. We all live together in the same society, but the complex factors that effect each of us individually can create challenges that make it hard to succeed, live up to our potential & lead happy, satisfying lives. There are tools, that we can use to deal with these challenges. Learning how to access our inner strength and power is something each of us are capable of - and this empowerment is the key to resolving confusion, pain & suffering.
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Karen Christine Nicholson-Muth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118
I've been in practice for over 10 years and have seen patients from three-ninety years old. Many transitions occur throughout the lifespan and during these transitions; some can be more difficult than expected and need examining for better understanding and practices. To do this I facilitate an environment free of judgement and help my patients understand their feelings and thoughts, as well as how to improve their behaviors to better their lives and futures. I enjoy my work and very much and strive to help people find their own voice, achieve their greatest accomplishments and successes in life, love, and work.
I've been in practice for over 10 years and have seen patients from three-ninety years old. Many transitions occur throughout the lifespan and during these transitions; some can be more difficult than expected and need examining for better understanding and practices. To do this I facilitate an environment free of judgement and help my patients understand their feelings and thoughts, as well as how to improve their behaviors to better their lives and futures. I enjoy my work and very much and strive to help people find their own voice, achieve their greatest accomplishments and successes in life, love, and work.
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Michelle Liska
Are you feeling sad, depressed, worried, fighting, arguing, anxious, feeling stuck, unhappy, having communication issues, inattention, concentration problems, social skills problems, low self confidence, relationship problems, or need crisis intervention? Have you experienced trauma? Do you want to enhance peek performance in sports or everyday life with the development of mental skills (concentration, imagery, self talk, etc.)? I worked with a diversity of problems including parenting skills, child behavior disorders, autism, marital discord, job finding skills, fears and nervous habits, stress, depression, assertiveness training, panic disorder, phobias, social skills deficit, emotional and behavioral problems. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy.
Are you feeling sad, depressed, worried, fighting, arguing, anxious, feeling stuck, unhappy, having communication issues, inattention, concentration problems, social skills problems, low self confidence, relationship problems, or need crisis intervention? Have you experienced trauma? Do you want to enhance peek performance in sports or everyday life with the development of mental skills (concentration, imagery, self talk, etc.)? I worked with a diversity of problems including parenting skills, child behavior disorders, autism, marital discord, job finding skills, fears and nervous habits, stress, depression, assertiveness training, panic disorder, phobias, social skills deficit, emotional and behavioral problems. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy.
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Michelle Liska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chelsea, MI 48118
You are lying in your bed at 3:00am and you're not sure what went wrong or how things in your life got so derailed. It seems like there is no end to your worrying, stress and fear. This isn’t how you thought life would unfold for you. You can't connect the dots to how you got here, and you certainly can't envision where to go next for things to feel better. Or maybe you're part of a couple, and you don’t recognize the person lying next to you anymore, and you don’t know what happened in your relationship: you think you loved this person - you know you did love this person - but you have no idea how things got so disconnected.
You are lying in your bed at 3:00am and you're not sure what went wrong or how things in your life got so derailed. It seems like there is no end to your worrying, stress and fear. This isn’t how you thought life would unfold for you. You can't connect the dots to how you got here, and you certainly can't envision where to go next for things to feel better. Or maybe you're part of a couple, and you don’t recognize the person lying next to you anymore, and you don’t know what happened in your relationship: you think you loved this person - you know you did love this person - but you have no idea how things got so disconnected.
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Brett Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Brett Johnson and I have worked in mental health since 2006, first providing direct care. I received my a BA degree from Albion College in 2009, and served in the Peace Corps from 2010 to 2012 as a youth development volunteer in Bulgaria. Following my Peace Corps service, I worked as a case manager for adults who receive mental health services from 2012 to 2020. I received my MSW degree from Western Michigan University in 2020 and I have worked as a clinical social worker and therapist at Peaceful Mind Counseling Services since then.
Hello, my name is Brett Johnson and I have worked in mental health since 2006, first providing direct care. I received my a BA degree from Albion College in 2009, and served in the Peace Corps from 2010 to 2012 as a youth development volunteer in Bulgaria. Following my Peace Corps service, I worked as a case manager for adults who receive mental health services from 2012 to 2020. I received my MSW degree from Western Michigan University in 2020 and I have worked as a clinical social worker and therapist at Peaceful Mind Counseling Services since then.
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Robb Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PsyS, PhD, LLP, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chelsea, MI 48118
Psychotherapy is about personal and interpersonal awareness. As a seasoned clinician, I work with my patients to deepen insight and begin resolution of longstanding conflicts.
Psychotherapy is about personal and interpersonal awareness. As a seasoned clinician, I work with my patients to deepen insight and begin resolution of longstanding conflicts.
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Jerrold R. Brandell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, BCD, PLLC
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118 (Online Only)
I am often contacted by clients unable to derive pleasure from their daily lives. At times, these problems are clearly linked to anxiety, depression, or to inner conflicts. However, at other times, clients are not able to point to specific symptoms, but rather are troubled by a vague sense of dissatisfaction that complicates relationships, work life, or their ability to be successful in school or in other pursuits. Previous attempts to solve these problems through the use of medications or by focusing on behavior or cognitions have proven less than satisfactory, and have led to an interest in trying insight-oriented psychotherapy.
I am often contacted by clients unable to derive pleasure from their daily lives. At times, these problems are clearly linked to anxiety, depression, or to inner conflicts. However, at other times, clients are not able to point to specific symptoms, but rather are troubled by a vague sense of dissatisfaction that complicates relationships, work life, or their ability to be successful in school or in other pursuits. Previous attempts to solve these problems through the use of medications or by focusing on behavior or cognitions have proven less than satisfactory, and have led to an interest in trying insight-oriented psychotherapy.
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Amanda Frazier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chelsea, MI 48118
Not accepting new clients
Pregnancy and the postpartum period is often seen as an exciting and happy time, but for many people, it's also met with lots of anxiety ("How do I balance it all? Will my baby be born safe and healthy?"), unexpected sadness or depression, recovery from a traumatic birth experience, or even the challenge of struggling to get or stay pregnant at all. If this sounds like you, I'd love to walk beside you on your perinatal journey, with all the ups and downs it has to offer. I provide comprehensive, evidence-based counseling services for adults in Chelsea, Michigan.
Pregnancy and the postpartum period is often seen as an exciting and happy time, but for many people, it's also met with lots of anxiety ("How do I balance it all? Will my baby be born safe and healthy?"), unexpected sadness or depression, recovery from a traumatic birth experience, or even the challenge of struggling to get or stay pregnant at all. If this sounds like you, I'd love to walk beside you on your perinatal journey, with all the ups and downs it has to offer. I provide comprehensive, evidence-based counseling services for adults in Chelsea, Michigan.
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Jordan B Sieja
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
My main focus is to provide effective, individualized, and evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals across the lifespan from ages 5 years through older adults. I emphasize trust and autonomy in my treatment approach. We will work together to empower you to lead treatment toward fostering confidence in yourself to gain awareness and skillful resources throughout the therapeutic process. Common concerns I work with are anxiety, OCD, depression, self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, ADHD, adjustment-related concerns, parent coaching, and general life stressors.
My main focus is to provide effective, individualized, and evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals across the lifespan from ages 5 years through older adults. I emphasize trust and autonomy in my treatment approach. We will work together to empower you to lead treatment toward fostering confidence in yourself to gain awareness and skillful resources throughout the therapeutic process. Common concerns I work with are anxiety, OCD, depression, self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, ADHD, adjustment-related concerns, parent coaching, and general life stressors.
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At some time or another in life, everyone feels stuck, unable to overcome some problem despite his or her best efforts. Talking therapy can be invaluable in helping one gain new perspectives on oneself . By helping clients see themselves in new, broader, more realistic and more accepting ways, I help them gain the emotional and psychological energy and understanding to make needed changes. I believe I am most helpful to people by listening carefully to what they are saying and by helping them put into words what seems hard to say or even to understand right now.
At some time or another in life, everyone feels stuck, unable to overcome some problem despite his or her best efforts. Talking therapy can be invaluable in helping one gain new perspectives on oneself . By helping clients see themselves in new, broader, more realistic and more accepting ways, I help them gain the emotional and psychological energy and understanding to make needed changes. I believe I am most helpful to people by listening carefully to what they are saying and by helping them put into words what seems hard to say or even to understand right now.
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Life can be hard. Young people face a number of challenges-- family stresses, anxiety about growing older and separating from parents, peer pressure, the lure of substances. As adults, we also face painful stressors-- divorce, for example, losses, aging. We can become stuck, overwhelmed, and confused.
In my work with adolescents and adults, I offer an engaged, intensive approach that will allow us to understand how longstanding dysfunctional patterns and beliefs affect your daily life. Specialized training and decades of experience have taught me that the better we understand ourselves, the better we can handle challenges and implement adaptive solutions.
Life can be hard. Young people face a number of challenges-- family stresses, anxiety about growing older and separating from parents, peer pressure, the lure of substances. As adults, we also face painful stressors-- divorce, for example, losses, aging. We can become stuck, overwhelmed, and confused.
In my work with adolescents and adults, I offer an engaged, intensive approach that will allow us to understand how longstanding dysfunctional patterns and beliefs affect your daily life. Specialized training and decades of experience have taught me that the better we understand ourselves, the better we can handle challenges and implement adaptive solutions.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.