Strength-Based Therapists in Detroit, MI

I understand how challenging it can be to navigate low self-esteem, poor relationships, recent breakups, communication issues, and the weight of depression and anxiety. My goal is to create and ensure you have a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings, gain insights, and develop the tools you need to thrive. Let's work together to understand your unique challenges and empower you to achieve a more fulfilling, balanced life. Reach out today—your journey to healing starts here. Let's take the first step together and make positive changes that last.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and negative thoughts? Do you feel down and blue after giving birth to a baby and don’t know why? Are you tired of putting up a facade on the outside when in fact you are hurting on the inside? Have you lost a loved one and have difficulty coping with grief? Are these feelings affecting your personal and professional relationships? My goal is to help you navigate through this journey that we call “life” by providing you with the necessary tools to overcome life’s obstacles.

Everyone at some point will face multiple difficulties and hardships during their life; however there are those who are predisposed to barriers due to their race, gender, and/or economic class. As a result, they experience overwhelming levels of stress and trauma.

I have extensive experience working with and counseling children, adults, and families. My goal is to support you in addressing and overcoming stressors in an effort to assist you in achieving your full potential. I use strength-based, solution focused, and person-centered therapy in my approach to aide individuals in identifying and working towards therapy goals.

Are you seeking support and guidance to conquer life's challenges? I'm here to help! With over 6 years of experience providing counseling, my goal is to help you reach yours. I'm dedicated to providing active listening, evidence-based interventions, and treatment modalities with a nonjudgmental and supportive stance. My practice utilizes an eclectic approach promoting the integration of mind, body wellness, and strength-based methods. Together, we can create a treatment plan optimum for your needs.

Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that you have what you need within you. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.

Are you ready to conquer life's stresses with empowering solutions? My goal, as a solution-focused, strength-based clinical social worker, is to equip you with the tools that will lead you to a more satisfying and empowering life. Through the use of evidence based interventions, I will assist you in overcoming a wide array of problems, relating to your mental health and well-being that may cause past and present barriers. You will receive personalized treatment, including a customized treatment plan that will work to assist in eliminating self-defeating and negative thoughts and/or behaviors.

I provide individual and group psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. My work with children is specific to gender identity. My clinical work is focused on eating disorders, gender identity, LGBTQQ+ concerns, multicultural counseling, survivors of sexualized violence and trauma. I work with clients through a social justice and holistic health lens that emphasizes the inseparable connection between our mind, body, and environment. My approach to therapy is strength-based and client centered rooted in cultural humility. I incorporate mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based techniques depending upon the goals of each client.

My practice includes, but is not limited to, Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups. My approach to Psychological Counseling is Person-Centered and Strength-Based. With those I work with the goal is transformation and increased skills in dealing with problems of living. All dimensions of an individual's life are accessed including spirituality.

In facing the realities of life, we often encounter challenges that can seem overwhelming, even relentless. During these moments of hardship, the weight of our struggles can feel particularly isolating. However, I want to assure you that you're not alone. With a Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University and a wealth of personal and professional experience, I am here to extend my hand in support. My background includes working with youth in foster care, adoption, those navigating neurodivergence, homelessness, self-esteem concerns, depression, and intergenerational trauma.

Welcome Family! As a marriage and family therapist, I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and partners, and families, in achieving desired personal and familial goals. I have had the opportunity to support building sibling, parental, and even grand-parental relationships. I support individuals and families being able to communicate in healthier ways that promote a deeper understanding and care for oneself and others. I specialize in assisting individuals and families in improving communication skills, coping techniques, and achieving personal and relationship goals.

I provide client centered therapy, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Dialetical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength Based Counseling, all things Mindfulness, and Impact Therapy, to name a few.

Do you find yourself constantly putting the needs of others before your own? Are you struggling to set boundaries and prioritize self-care? Maybe you find yourself struggling with change or feel like you're losing yourself? You are not alone. Many people struggle to find the balance of caring for others and caring for themselves. However, prioritizing self-care and establishing healthy boundaries is essential for your overall wellbeing. Together, we will work to identify and understand the root causes of your symptoms or why you may not be feeling like yourself.

Throughout our lives, we all encounter challenging life events that can lead to stress, trauma, or grief. These experiences often take a toll on our mental and emotional well-being, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward. Whether you're navigating personal difficulties, relationship issues, or the unique challenges of the perinatal period, I am here to support you. I have a particular interest in working with individuals and families during the perinatal period, addressing concerns related to pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, fertility issues, and parenting challenges.

Have you ever felt misunderstood or alone? Do you notice that your anxiety, depression, and emotions are getting the best of you? Perhaps stress and emotions get so overwhelming that you are unable to control them or know how to get help. Maybe you want to work on improving your interpersonal relationships, or figuring out where you want to go with your life.

Black Male Therapist LLC has had over 10 years of experience working with African American individuals and couples who are seeking ways to communicate better and solve issues within their relationship, as well as individuals who are looking to explore and problem solve specific issues within themselves and as well as their relationships in life. BMT also has provided services to those coming out of school and looking to gain insight and supervision in the profession of social work.

Are you longing to prioritize your mental health? Struggling to find a therapist who can authentically understand all aspects of your identity? Personally, I relate to these challenges! As a Black, African, Muslim-woman I empathize with the importance of finding a culturally competent therapist, who makes one feel seen and heard in the journey of self-discovery and healing.

Melissa has experience working with adults, college age students, and adolescents. Clinical issues that she has the most experience with includes personality disorders, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, and stress management. A main focus of treatment is to establish a therapeutic alliance with the client. Melissa believes that having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, she is supportive, compassionate, and present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement.

I focus on the connectedness among developmental, social, relational, and cultural factors. I have experience working with a diverse population of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with clients dealing with many different issues. I have worked with clients from a myriad of racial and ethnic backgrounds but have focused experience working with Black and Native American clients striving to work through race-related stress and racial identity concerns. I work with sexual identity and gender identity concerns (e.g., trans, questioning, gender non-conforming).