Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Ferndale, MI

Your current situation is not your final destination! I am here to help you overcome difficulties that may be holding you back or weighing you down. Using a combination of clinical and holistic interventions to treat the whole-person, we will work together to help you reach new heights on your healing journey.

I went into the mental health field to help people navigate their inner struggles and assist them in their journey to become whole and find peace. I am a believer in whole health, meaning I will address mental, physical, emotional and spiritual issues in sessions. I believe in providing a space where your voice can be heard and acknowledged, and I provide a constant stream of motivation and support in my client’s decision to choose themselves for once. I seek to assist my clients with their breakthroughs and answer the million-dollar questions of, “Who am I,” and “Why.”

There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, stressed, worried, and just need support. Sometimes it may be difficult to manage responsibilities, work, and relationships. A strong, client-led, therapeutic relationship can help empower us to enhance our strengths, improve coping skills, and establish healthy boundaries. My focus is to support clients through a strength-based lens. I use the therapeutic alliance to collaborate with you to identify your needs and goals while treating you as a unique person. Therapy is a safe space where I work to help you feel heard and affirmed in thoughts, ideas and identities.

My mission is to help clients realign and improve their mental, emotional, and physical health by choosing healthy change. With a mix of practical skills and a sense of humor, I help clients explore current concerns while considering past difficulties and negative patterns. I believe the client has the power to change their thoughts and behaviors. My counseling techniques serve to support and guide those changes.

PHD LPC BCPTSDC BCPC Feeling stuck? Problem areas in your life? How did I get here AGAIN? Together we can heal those areas so your life works!!! My holistic clinical practice includes: CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, meditation, mindfulness, dream interpretation, life coaching, Reiki, Quantum Touch, specific techniques for healing trauma and PTSD. Whether you are new to seeking therapeutic services or experienced--try my unique approach which offers real possibility and healing. Now also offering Telehealth sessions by phone or video. Please reach out!

As a Counseling Psychologist and Certified Trauma Professional, my practice centers on facilitating the transformative journey of healing. I collaborate with clients to co-create a therapeutic environment conducive to exploring and addressing their unique challenges. Utilizing a psychodynamic framework within an integrative approach, I provide a non-judgmental space where clients can navigate issues such as disordered eating, body image concerns, post-traumatic stress, trauma healing, anxiety, and depression.

"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.

I believe the space held between therapist and client is sacred. It is a privilege and honor to be invited to take part in the journey of another person’s life - to witness their challenges and joys. I believe that you are more than your trauma or diagnosis. My goal is to be a therapeutic partner in helping you foster your strength and resilience. Together we will explore what you need to manage uncomfortable feelings, identify behaviors you want to change and integrate healthy ways of coping into the rhythm of your life. I believe in you.

Are you struggling with your sexual orientation and/or gender identity? Do feel isolated within the LGBTQIA community? Are your mental health symptoms (i.e. depression, anxiety, mood instability, insomnia, addiction, low self-esteem, poor body image) holding you back from fulfilling your dreams? Is trauma/PTSD ruining your life and your relationships? Do you often wonder how to help yourself? You may feel alone, isolated and withdrawn. Your challenges are not insurmountable! There is real help and the biggest step is to ask. There is no shame in asking for help. Be free from addiction, mental health and relationship struggles.

If you feel that you are overwhelmed, unfulfilled and searching for peace, belonging and acceptance - it can be the loneliest feeling in the world. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. Through our work together, we will make progress identifying those issues that are holding you back from the life you want. As a person-centered therapist skilled in cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral approaches, I will help you understand yourself more deeply and create strategies to create the life and relationships you wish for. I will be there with you to celebrate your progress and encourage your continued work.

Are you searching for positive changes in yourself, your relationship, or your family? Perhaps you are seeking improvements in your self-image, relationships, or are hoping to learn some new patterns of behavior? I offer a safe and understanding environment in which individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds may work towards healing and growth. Together we can assess your individual goals, and identify realistic solutions to everyday issues based on your unique strengths. In session I will meet you with honesty, empathy, and usually a laugh or two.

Thanks for checking out my profile. Everyone goes through challenging times, and everyone benefits from having a guide on the journey. The intersectionality of my identities as a therapist, veteran, and black man have given me a great deal of empathy for how difficult life can be at times. I am open to helping individuals from all backgrounds with interventions grounded in CBT, DBT, ACT and Existential-Humanistic orientations. Finding support should not be a challenge. If you are willing to enter therapy, I am available.

Can you imagine the relief you will feel when you are no longer carrying the burdens you have held for so long? Being able to have a peaceful loving relationship with food and your body. Coping with stressors without alcohol or drugs. Not having daily panic attacks. I know it may feel impossible but I watch incredible people do this work every day. You can too! I am also available to write a letter to support gender affirming care, clinical supervision for LLMSW, and consultation through a liberation lens.

Do you feel overwhelmed with the stress of life and unable to make important decisions? Are you feeling lost and unsure of where to go next? Do feelings of anxiety, depression, and pressure take up a lot of your emotional energy? Are you noticing tension and discomfort in your body?

You've got big giant feelings you're wrestling with. Or maybe you're too much in your head and it's getting loud in there. Feelings of stress, anxiety, or sadness are affecting your relationships, your work and even your body. This may be due to a recent challenge or something you've been carrying for a long time. The good news is you've also got a lot of gifts and talents and we can collaborate to cultivate those strengths.

I focus on creating a safe and supportive space where you can be seen, heard, and appreciated. I use an interpersonal and collaborative approach to treatment, focusing on creating change in a compassionate and kind way. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I am here to help navigate challenges that may arise throughout the process.

My experience is working with individuals exposed to trauma, interpersonal issues, and mood dysregulation, such as anxiety and depression. I have significant experience working with individuals with autism across various environments. Starting therapy can be nerve-wracking, and finding a therapist is an important decision to best suit your needs. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you and identify if we would be a good fit. My focus in therapy is to build a safe, open, and warm environment, and to use this as an opportunity to help you practice and hone skills learned in therapy that can be transferred to your daily life.

Perhaps you are feeling unfulfilled, troubled with uncertainties, or having difficulty finding ways to cope. I am passionate about supporting you through these overwhelming times. I utilize a strengths-based approach that will empower you to reach your goals and live a more satisfying life. I view therapy as a unique experience that is tailored to fit every individual. Together we will find what works best for you.

My area of experience and expertise is in helping you to reduce symptoms and suffering. I believe that through a therapy approach that focuses on learning about oneself, problem-solving, and empowerment, personal growth and overcoming obstacles is very possible. I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 10 years, (and in the social services industry for about 25 years), with consumers from many backgrounds, and with a wide range of mental health issues. Currently at Start My Wellness I am primarily working with adults and children/adolescents from age 13 and up.