Male Therapists in Farmington Hills, MI

Seeking help in the form of therapy is not an easy thing to do as many can attest, but by reading this biography, you are taking the first step in getting help for yourself or a loved one. Life at times can be very demanding and can cause us to feel hopeless, stressed, depressed and defeated. This is a safe place where those individuals esp. Men can come to express, explore and process all feelings and behaviors. Taking the step to becoming a better you is never easy, as change can take some time getting used to. I like to consider getting started with this journey a major accomplishment, as you have proceeded to become whole again.

Watching your child struggle can be one of the most difficult parts of being a parent. Whether a child is feeling sad or angry, acting out, has difficulty making friends, worries too often, or is struggling with school, a parent just wants to help in any way they can. My career is committed to working with children, adolescents and families to create more harmonious and satisfying lives.

Finding a new therapist can be a difficult task -- I offer a free consultation to help with the choosing process. In my practice, I respect that people are naturally resilient, even in the face of adversity and world-changing events. However, maybe you need help working through feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, or other unpleasant moods. Perhaps you’re negotiating a transition into or out of a relationship, job, or life phase. You may even be in the process making meaning of events or are exploring nuanced identity possibilities. Whatever the concern, I will listen with compassion, presence, and knowledge.

Over the past 24 years, I have counseled adults and adolescents with mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorders. I specialize in chemical dependency treatment and have extensive experience educating clients on techniques for managing urges.

Chane Reaction LLC is a community-based operation offering counseling to individuals and families. We specialize in servicing underrepresented groups. As an African-American male therapist, I understand that it is essential to provide a safe, relaxing, judgement-free space that encompasses both social work values as well as a therapeutic, holistic approach.

I specialize in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and in solving painful, heartbreaking, devastating cases. Living through traumatic events may result in expectations of danger, betrayal, or potential harm within new or old relationships. Survivors may feel vulnerable and need clarification about what is safe. Therefore, trusting others, even those you previously trusted, may be challenging. It may feel frightening to get close to people for fear of being hurt in an unsafe world. When we conclude, you will see that building trust in old and new relationships is essential to healthy relationships after trauma.

I have had the honor of working in the mental health field for over 30 years helping those facing life's challenges. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults. My formal education and training is in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in trauma and trauma-related conditions. The psychiatric/mental health conditions I treat include depression and anxiety disorders, stress/trauma-related disorders, LGBTQ issues, attention deficit conditions, interpersonal difficulties, and adjustment issues related to a wide variety of life circumstances, changes, and challenges.

I am a Cancer Counseling Specialist and have been providing cancer support and psycho-oncology consulting for 15+ years. The emotional and psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis is immense and the affects can linger for months or even years. I work with patients and their families through treatment, recovery and survivorship to reduce the distress that is inherent to the disease. Working to reduce the negative emotional impact of the disease on all areas of the patient's life has been associated with increased positive outcomes and reduced psychological recovery period. You owe it to yourself to call.

I offer clients a caring, professional counseling relationship in a confidential setting-including a private waiting room. Many insurance plans are accepted, and consultation with a psychiatrist is available. I believe your trust in me should be met by a comfortable environment and an honest, reliable commitment to meeting your needs. I will honor your values and dreams while seeking to challenge negative assumptions of self, identify destructive behavior patterns and encourage positive life choices. My approach is pragmatic, solution-focused and emphasizes personal strengths and coping strategies. The important role that relationships and communication play in both mental and physical wellness is highlighted.

Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of youth. Restorative Counseling Services assists youth with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to avoid negative influences. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help youth overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, restorative practices, respect, ethics, and developing future goals.

Please Stop Talking! Have you thought this about your past therapist? Have you wondered how they could try and help you when they did not stop long enough to get to know you? As a Clinical Psychologist in practice for 30 years, I have heard this complaint more than any other among my patients whom have previously been in psychotherapy. In my clinical practice I respect the patient as the expert on themselves and will work with you to bring out the insight, esteem, knowledge and coping strategies you had inside or were open to learning about.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for over 25 years. During this time I have never ceased to be amazed by the enormous potential and resources individuals have in overcoming life's problems and challenges. I believe that psychotherapy or counseling can and should be results oriented. Establishing clear goals and strategies is central to my focus and it encourages individuals to learn new and more constructive ways to think, feel, and behave. I often give "homework" assignments which helps individuals in developing the skills and self confidence to live a more meaningful life. Real problems have real solutions.

Welcome. I am a Clinical Psychologist who approaches counseling as a natural occurrence existing within contemporary life. Sometimes, circumstances can become overwhelming when old tools are not up to the task, or there simply are no tools. I travel respectfully through evolving lives with compassion and humor to address: relationship issues, pain, divorce, transitions, depression, sexual identity, PTSD, anxiety, grief, careers, food, addictions and substance abuse. Whether working short-term or longer, ongoing or intermittent, my clients learn to access their own internal and natural resources, revealing fresh insights that provide the clarity needed to move forward.

Warm, kind, compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental. These are the qualities that I value and practice as a therapist and educator for over 30 years. Working with pre-teens, teens, young adults and their families to problem solve and fulfill their goals is my life’s work. I have been a teacher, school counselor and now a therapist, working with kids on a variety of issues in their lives. I have a special passion working with LGBTQ+ individuals to help them be their authentic selves, fulfill their dreams, live their lives and follow their journeys at their own pace – and support their parents and families in the process.

Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.

Sometimes what we need most is someone to just listen carefully, and to ask the right questions, as we talk out our problems and discover the solutions that were in us all along. We seldom want someone who pretends to know the solution to every problem; but we do want someone who knows the right questions to ask, and where to look in search of answers. I am that kind of therapist - I believe that we each hold within us the answers to our deepest questions; all we need is some guidance to help us find them.

Do you worry all the time? Do worry, stress or fear interfere with your life? Are you your own harshest critic, never able to please yourself, feeling like you're never good enough? Is depression taking the joy out of your life? You might be feeling like you just can't take it anymore; like you just don't have the energy to try anymore. What might your life be like if you could silence your inner critic? If you could just stop feeling so irritated or angry? To wake up refreshed and eager to face the day?

Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of boys, young men and adults. Restorative Counseling Services assists with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to enhance decision making. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help young men overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, depression, respect, ethics, self-esteem,character adjustments and life skills.

There are many things that get in the way of people living more fulfilled lives. Depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, troubled relationships, trauma, and behavior problems can cause tremendous emotional pain for individuals, their families, and friends. As a fully licensed Clinical Psychologist I use my training, experience, empathy, and understanding of how the mind works to help create a safe, nonjudgmental space where a collaborative and therapeutic process can occur. The end result is often a fuller understanding of the origins of emotional distress and a new freedom from unsatisfying patterns of living.