Alcohol Use Therapists in Dearborn Heights, MI

In the context of mental health, an ideal client is someone who actively engages in the therapeutic process, is open to self-reflection, and is committed to making positive changes in their life. However, It's important to note that everyone is unique, and the ideal client can vary based on the specific therapeutic approach, the individual therapist's style, and the client's specific needs and goals. Our focus is on matching clients with the right therapist to maximize the effectiveness of treatment. It ensures that clients receive personalized and tailored support that aligns with their needs and preferences.

My hope is that every client that comes to me feels that they are being heard. I provide a safe, supportive space so that you can talk about any issue, concern, or emotion that you may be dealing with. In this space there is no judgement. I will sometimes challenge your way of thinking and hopefully get you to see that you can change your outlook. I believe that everybody has the ability to make healthy choices in thoughts and behaviors. Together we will come up with the best plan to help get you on the path to feeling better!

"Outsidethebox Detroit Therapy" Learning to go outside of the habitual thinking patterns (the box) to create space for personal transformation. Wellness requires a holistic approach of maintenance of mind, body, and spirt all working in harmony. We become what we think about on a regular basis. If we love the planet we are also loving ourselves.

Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take time to mindfully look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, different mental health symptoms, traumatic experiences, and challenges within relationships. Everyone experiences stress but after you speak with Duane Hines, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience. We can make a change in those symptoms, help you create a healthy lifestyle! My therapy approach is very practical and flexible to treat those underlying issues and help you create a life that's worth living.

As a counselor, I am a strong believer in the power of finding healing through creative expression, both internally and externally. I work from an integrative mind/body perspective to journey with you in order to better understand what can best support you in your healing. Depending on what fits best for you, I am a Registered Art Therapist and have extensive training in complex trauma. I am also a level 1 graduate in Somatic Experiencing and am trained in EMDR and DBT. I also integrate approaches from Internal Family Systems and other modalities that support the untangling of generational, systemic and environmental trauma.

You’ve been staring at your computer screen for the last hour and have made zero progress. You must have read and reread this report a dozen times, but you’re still not sure what any of it says. For some reason, you just can’t seem to focus on anything lately. Work assignments are late, your home is a mess, and your relationships are falling apart. It’s as though you’re in a downward spiral of chaos with no way to slow your descent. You wish there was some way to regain the control and normalcy you once took for granted. But making any change feels hopeless, and you’re just about ready to give up. There must be some other way.

If you have found my website, chances are you or someone you care about is going through a very challenging time. It may be a time of turmoil, conflict and pain. Psychotherapy involves attending to the concerns you have or issues you are facing in your life. I am here to help, and have worked with many people going through tough times, who have worried that things will not get better. I know that they can. Struggle and conflict, while frightening and painful, can be a hallmark of change.

Welcome, choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. I will bring to our work over 20 years of experience. I have extensive expertise working with individuals, couples, and families. I treat a wide variety of life problems including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I am committed to helping each client live their life to its fullest in happiness and confidence.

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.

I believe working closely with clients to help them reach their fullest potential through developing goals, creating healthy boundaries, and empowering you for change. I use evidence based cognitive behavioral methods to help you challenge everyday thinking that keeps you locked in self destructive or unhealthy patterns, which ultimately diminish quality of life and satisfaction of relationships. It is crucial for clients to understand their issues fully so corrective action and healing may happen. I meet my clients where they are in their lives and incorporate their culture, personal talents and strengths, religion, sexual orientation, and ethnic background into the counseling process for authentic exchange.

As a behavioral health therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals who suffer with emotional disturbances or mental health illnesses. I am dedicated to help you overcome the challenges you may be facing whether it is at work, school, or home. My goal is to empower you to change the way you perceive life by providing you with cognitive behavioral therapy or any other therapeutic interventions.

If you are reading this you are likely suffering for yourself or another, perhaps both. I want you to know that my goal as a therapist is to help you become your own healer, for you to continue living your meaningful life in a manner that is true to you, and to develop the means to deal with future hardships long after our work together is done. This process can be a difficult journey, but one I look forward to taking with you.

The decision to start therapy can be the hardest, yet most beneficial decision of someone’s life. Whether you are just having trouble navigating and adjusting to life, or are experiencing severe mental distress, it is my goal to help guide you toward a happy, healthy, and rewarding life. I work with individuals from all walks of life, no matter their religion, gender identity, race, or history. I approach therapy with an open minded, supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental attitude to provide a safe space where all of my clients can feel comfortable enough to truly open up and reach their goals.

Welcome to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. In this safe space, you've embarked on the path of personal growth, demonstrating your commitment to harnessing the incredible power of your mind. Your decision to seek guidance shows your dedication to nurturing a stronger, more resilient version of yourself. Embracing change and pursuing growth is a testament to your courage. Together, we'll unlock the potential within, ensuring that no untapped possibilities remain within you. Transforming the unrealized into the tangible. The key to a fulfilling life lies in nurturing what's alive within you.

I have a deep calling to help others. My practice is rooted in the fact that I am sitting with humans who live in, carry around, and see the world in a trauma-informed way; meaning their very presence is resilient. I strive to create a safe space to foster healing and growth.

Asking for help can be challenging. Let me help you release the grip of suffering and rediscover your wisdom, truth, and joy. Sometimes we can be loath to give up old patterns and learned behaviors that we lean on regardless of the distress they can cause. In today’s perplex world, it can be easy to lose sight of our reality. We often end up ignoring or minimizing our issues rather than taking the time to process and speak about them. Whether it be a transitional time in your life, trauma, depression, anxiety, or simply the challenges of maintaining a sense of self, the most important thing you can do is seek support.

In the past five years, have been deeply involved in youth counseling, guiding young individuals through today's complexities, emphasizing resilience and self-worth. When addressing eating disorders, my focus is on the emotional underpinnings, assisting in reconstructing a positive self-image. My approach to depression and anxiety melds cognitive restructuring with mindfulness, aiming for a rediscovery of joy. Using trauma-informed techniques, I support those healing from profound experiences. My work with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is rooted in understanding unique challenges and enhancing social interactions.