Therapists in Dexter, MI

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 only counseling via telehealth currently and not able to offer evaluations to test for ADHD. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master's in social work. I attained my degrees from the UC Berkeley, Fordham University, and Saybrook University. I have experience providing treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of interest include: mood and anxiety disorders, behavior management, divorce, adjustment, and relationship issues. I strive to provide exceptional services by adopting a practical approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each client.

Difficulty managing intense emotions, inability to cope with distress, and impulsive (sometimes unsafe) behaviors can have a profound impact on your quality of life. I want to help you learn constructive ways of coping with distress and painful emotions that do not involve engaging in problem behaviors. You have identified some things you would like to change, but reaching out for support can be scary. I create a comfortable, nonjudgmental and validating environment that continues to help me build strong connections with my clients.

I am committed to providing a safe, hopeful, and supportive space for you to feel comfortable and free from judgement throughout the therapeutic process. Seeking help takes a lot of courage and I applaud any person who takes the first step. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational conflict and overcoming difficult life transitions. Collectively, we will discuss and process your thoughts and feelings as they relate to both past and present wounds.

I invite my clients to come as they are in the truest sense. Each week you will begin to experience the freedom to discover and connect with who you really are. You will find and speak in your authentic voice. Here you will be truly heard and validated. You will begin to trust yourself and explore your Inner Knowing, including the wisdom of your body, to make aligned decisions in your life. Let’s leave all the “shoulds” behind. With me, you don’t need to perform or to pretend to be anyone who you are not. Together we will create a safe space - a soft landing each week where you can begin to relax and unpack your story.

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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.

I am a Limited Licensed Counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, marital distress, and trauma for individuals, adolescents and couples. I provide an environment where you can feel heard, seen, known, and cared for if you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, burnt out, lost, hopeless, shame, guilt, sadness or are dealing with trauma.

As a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience, I am deeply committed to providing a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore their challenges and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a profound respect for each client's unique journey. I firmly believe in the importance of creating a space where clients feel both challenged and supported. While growth often requires stepping outside of one's comfort zone, it is essential to honor the pace at which each individual is ready to process and integrate new insights.

You are the expert of your life and your family. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, therapeutic space for us to work together to explore any doubts, overwhelming feelings, or past experiences that are affecting the present. Whatever you are going through, you do not have to feel alone. I would love to be invited into your world as a partner in working through this time together. I enjoy working with people of all ages and have a special interest in working with children, those transitioning into parenthood, or finding parenting harder than they expected.

I offer deep, effective counseling treatment. I specialize in relationship struggles, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, complex trauma, high stress/burn out and depression. My advanced training focuses on helping clients to resolve past traumas in order to relieve current emotional distress and psychological symptoms. I focus on healing from a body / somatic experiencing standpoint. I support clients in cultivating feelings of peace, confidence and connection. This paves the way for improved relationships with both self and others. In my practice, an emphasis is placed on personal development and revitalization.

My desire is to assist clients with healing and restoration. Clients who are grappling with anxiety, depression, and addictions often find healing from my approach. Clients who are focused on breaking the bonds of addiction are treated with dignity and respect and given a clear and distinct treatment path.

With each personalized session I will use alternative and integrative modalities combined with traditional talk therapy which can be a powerful way for an individual to move through the healing process and reconnect with their inherent state of wellness. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues and much more. By embarking on the journey of self discovery that comes with entering Psychotherapy, you may find a new sense of wholeness and peace in your life.

Ever feel like you don't matter? Feel lonely, disconnected and don't know where to turn? Well, you matter! Let's talk!! I have worked with adolescents and young adults for over 25 years. Often times people who identify outside the "norm" feel like they don't matter, they do! The world around you is so uncertain and at times and can be not safe. Maybe you have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, bullying, or you just feel marginalized. You need to feel safe to talk and work through your concerns. It's exhausting to carry that burden alone. I enjoy working with adolescents and teens, but also have a good rapport with adults.

Hello and Welcome! I am here to listen, support, advocate, and guide you to your individual wellness goals. I believe in a client-centered approach as I recognize that there is no single path to wellness. We will collaborate to discover the route that is best for you, your child, or your family. I believe each of us can live full and authentic lives with a bit of support and guidance.

Life can be hard. Sometimes we struggle with feelings of anxiety that have us so lost in the future or the past that we can barely function in the present. Other times we may feel so depressed that we don't want to get out of bed and everything seems to take an enormous effort. Or maybe we've lost someone important and we have to figure out how to live when it feels like a piece of us is missing. Or maybe we're facing a difficult life transition, like a new diagnosis or retirement, and we just need help moving forward. Regardless of what you are struggling with, I know it can be hard to ask for help.

I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological assessment. Contact me if you need a neuropsychological assessment for Traumatic Brain Injury, bariatric surgery, or ADHD/Learning Disorder accommodations. I also provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, a straightforward and effective approach for improving sleep that does not involve medications and has a proven track record of success in clinical trials.

I want to work with anyone who has the goal of simply wanting to feel better than they do right now. Not feeling our emotional best is exhausting, and can lead to physical health decline, so it is worth the effort to try to feel better. The causes for not feeling our best can be for any of the reasons listed below ("issues") or, more often, unknown. I will listen to you and help you get to know your Self. Together, we will discover the tools you need to employ in various situations to help you understand your Self and your relationships, feel more confident and calm, less anxious, and live your life to its fullest.

While fostering a sense of safety, we will explore your/a loved one's present experience with depression, anxiety, self-harm, grief, loss and/or trauma symptoms. Are you looking for support that could enhance your relationship(s)? I believe in building one up in a sincere & safe way, identifying strengths within individuals, while empowering to communicate effectively, reducing escalation & conflict. My experience has centered on teens, parenting, treatment of adults, psychiatric assessments & trauma. My personal history as a solo parent & ovarian cancer survivor may help others moving through difficult situations.