Anxiety Therapists in Franklin, MI

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Melissa Fleezanis
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, LLP
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
In practice I work with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families. Treatment is unique for each client and is determined by their own goals and needs. Areas of specialization include psychological assessment, cognitive remediation, anxiety, and panic attack disorders, depression, women's issues, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, geriatric issues, trauma, grief and loss, relational and family issues and court mandated therapy. My approach to therapy varies with each client, ranging from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral orientation, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
In practice I work with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families. Treatment is unique for each client and is determined by their own goals and needs. Areas of specialization include psychological assessment, cognitive remediation, anxiety, and panic attack disorders, depression, women's issues, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, geriatric issues, trauma, grief and loss, relational and family issues and court mandated therapy. My approach to therapy varies with each client, ranging from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral orientation, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
(947) 333-8454 View (947) 333-8454
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Maxwell Newman Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, MI 48025
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, issues related to identity, trauma and relationships.
Max is known as a warm, caring, attentive and insightful practitioner that works with client’s strengths to develop a deep understanding of their thoughts and behavior. He specializes in working through issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems, identity as well as aging and intergenerational issues. His training has emphasized work with people of all ages from childhood to older adults. With extensive experience using both cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy, he is flexible and skilled in helping clients achieve their goals.
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, issues related to identity, trauma and relationships.
Max is known as a warm, caring, attentive and insightful practitioner that works with client’s strengths to develop a deep understanding of their thoughts and behavior. He specializes in working through issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems, identity as well as aging and intergenerational issues. His training has emphasized work with people of all ages from childhood to older adults. With extensive experience using both cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy, he is flexible and skilled in helping clients achieve their goals.
(947) 333-8228 View (947) 333-8228
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George Bruce Minor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, MI 48025  (Online Only)
Having difficulty motivating oneself, is it tough for you to get up in the morning because of the overwhelming thoughts and feelings that constantly weight you down, do you feel depressed or anxious, are you abusing alcohol, prescribed drugs and or illegal drugs as a means of coping or dealing with life. Maybe you are abusing other things like food, sex and or gambling as a means of coping and you just don't know how to stop.
Having difficulty motivating oneself, is it tough for you to get up in the morning because of the overwhelming thoughts and feelings that constantly weight you down, do you feel depressed or anxious, are you abusing alcohol, prescribed drugs and or illegal drugs as a means of coping or dealing with life. Maybe you are abusing other things like food, sex and or gambling as a means of coping and you just don't know how to stop.
(734) 215-9791 View (734) 215-9791
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Laurene Saad-Younis
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025  (Online Only)
I work with clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorder, and emotional and cognitive issues resulting from head trauma (TBI).
Treatment is unique for each client and is determined by their own goals and needs. Areas of specialization include anxiety and panic disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, geriatric issues, grief and loss, psychological assessment, Autism Spectrum disorder, and cognitive remediation. My approach to therapy varies with each client, ranging from cognitive behavioral orientation, and a humanistic orientation. Treatment is tailored to each individual and therapy is focused on finding what works for each individual client.
I work with clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorder, and emotional and cognitive issues resulting from head trauma (TBI).
Treatment is unique for each client and is determined by their own goals and needs. Areas of specialization include anxiety and panic disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, geriatric issues, grief and loss, psychological assessment, Autism Spectrum disorder, and cognitive remediation. My approach to therapy varies with each client, ranging from cognitive behavioral orientation, and a humanistic orientation. Treatment is tailored to each individual and therapy is focused on finding what works for each individual client.
(248) 801-1684 View (248) 801-1684
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Lori Gordon-Michaeli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, Psych, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
TAPPING is taught for anxiety reduction.
I view all my clients like they are a mirror image of myself. I see my work as being employed by you to help you get where you want to go. I am an experiential therapist Very different practice from what's out there today. CBT, DBT, TFT, EFT, EMDR and more are integrated into your experience. Therapy should be an experience of growth and revelation about "self" and not just a conversation. Tools should be the takeaway and integration into daily life the goal.
TAPPING is taught for anxiety reduction.
I view all my clients like they are a mirror image of myself. I see my work as being employed by you to help you get where you want to go. I am an experiential therapist Very different practice from what's out there today. CBT, DBT, TFT, EFT, EMDR and more are integrated into your experience. Therapy should be an experience of growth and revelation about "self" and not just a conversation. Tools should be the takeaway and integration into daily life the goal.
(248) 923-4565 View (248) 923-4565
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Akeyia Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Akeyia Marshall, LMSW, helps clients struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, identity, anxiety, or major life changes. Her passion is working with individuals to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe through a holistic and person centered approach. She believed that clients are the experts of their own lives and therefore are the driving force of therapy. Akeyia earned a Bachelors and Masters of Social Work from Michigan State University.
Akeyia Marshall, LMSW, helps clients struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, identity, anxiety, or major life changes. Her passion is working with individuals to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe through a holistic and person centered approach. She believed that clients are the experts of their own lives and therefore are the driving force of therapy. Akeyia earned a Bachelors and Masters of Social Work from Michigan State University.
(248) 487-1217 View (248) 487-1217
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Bradley Klemm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
I have worked with all challenges including; bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, schizoaffective disorder, LGBTQ, narcissistic disorders, etc.
My name is Brad Klemm, LMSW and I have been working as a Psychotherapist since 2001. I graduated from University of Michigan's School of Social Work with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work. I then received postgraduate training through the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute for adult and adolescent psychotherapy. I primarily use a psychodynamic approach in my work. This means I view your current symptoms as the result of past and present issues coming together. Once we understand this interplay, you will be able to control your symptoms, rather than feeling your symptoms are controlling you.
I have worked with all challenges including; bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, schizoaffective disorder, LGBTQ, narcissistic disorders, etc.
My name is Brad Klemm, LMSW and I have been working as a Psychotherapist since 2001. I graduated from University of Michigan's School of Social Work with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work. I then received postgraduate training through the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute for adult and adolescent psychotherapy. I primarily use a psychodynamic approach in my work. This means I view your current symptoms as the result of past and present issues coming together. Once we understand this interplay, you will be able to control your symptoms, rather than feeling your symptoms are controlling you.
(947) 333-9646 View (947) 333-9646
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Joni Shinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Hi there. I'm Joni, a fully licensed clinician with Master of Social Work from Detroit's own Wayne State University. I commend your effort and resolve to seek therapy, as I know what it takes. I am glad to tackle any issue with you but have a special affinity and experience with anxiety and depression, gender and sexual identity, men's issues, couples and family relationships, grief and loss, eating disorders, adjustment and transitions, cultural issues, addiction and substance use, and chronic health conditions.
Hi there. I'm Joni, a fully licensed clinician with Master of Social Work from Detroit's own Wayne State University. I commend your effort and resolve to seek therapy, as I know what it takes. I am glad to tackle any issue with you but have a special affinity and experience with anxiety and depression, gender and sexual identity, men's issues, couples and family relationships, grief and loss, eating disorders, adjustment and transitions, cultural issues, addiction and substance use, and chronic health conditions.
(248) 453-6686 View (248) 453-6686
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Chiqutta Crook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Chiqutta Crook, LMSW is a Clinical Therapist, who has been practicing since 2013. She received both her master's degree in Social Work and bachelor's degree in Psychology, from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Chiqutta believes in providing care in a way that is understanding, free of judgment, informed, and centered around the best interests of the patient. My main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, and oppositional behavior. The majority of my support is done with children and adolescents but I also see adults.
Chiqutta Crook, LMSW is a Clinical Therapist, who has been practicing since 2013. She received both her master's degree in Social Work and bachelor's degree in Psychology, from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Chiqutta believes in providing care in a way that is understanding, free of judgment, informed, and centered around the best interests of the patient. My main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, and oppositional behavior. The majority of my support is done with children and adolescents but I also see adults.
(248) 970-9179 View (248) 970-9179
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Larry Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
His main area of clinical interest includes Alcohol Use Disorder, Anxiety/Depression, Codependency and Implicit Bias.
Larry Davis Jr. , MA, LPC, NCC, ACS, CADC is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He has been practicing since 2013. Larry graduated from Ashland University (2013) with a master's degree in counseling and completed further graduate studies in human resources management at Oakland University (2016). Larry has extensive clinical experience in substance abuse and mental health through numerous inpatient and outpatient medical facilities.
His main area of clinical interest includes Alcohol Use Disorder, Anxiety/Depression, Codependency and Implicit Bias.
Larry Davis Jr. , MA, LPC, NCC, ACS, CADC is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He has been practicing since 2013. Larry graduated from Ashland University (2013) with a master's degree in counseling and completed further graduate studies in human resources management at Oakland University (2016). Larry has extensive clinical experience in substance abuse and mental health through numerous inpatient and outpatient medical facilities.
(248) 306-8986 View (248) 306-8986
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Beth Sharlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
She has extensive background working with clients experiencing severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD.
Beth Sharlow is a clinical social worker who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in psychology and from Eastern Michigan University with an MSW. Her educational and professional experience has been in the fields of mental health, chemical dependency , crisis services, case management, and administration. Beth Uses a variety of approaches with her clients, including Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Mindfulness-based CBT, Solution-focused therapy, and Trauma therapy.
She has extensive background working with clients experiencing severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD.
Beth Sharlow is a clinical social worker who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in psychology and from Eastern Michigan University with an MSW. Her educational and professional experience has been in the fields of mental health, chemical dependency , crisis services, case management, and administration. Beth Uses a variety of approaches with her clients, including Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Mindfulness-based CBT, Solution-focused therapy, and Trauma therapy.
(248) 845-1766 View (248) 845-1766
Marah Mischakoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Have you been feeling stressed or down lately? Do you want to make changes in your life, but don't know where to start? I will help you discover the BEST version of you. My goal is to create an atmosphere for personal growth, self-discovery, without fear of judgment. I believe each person has the capacity and desire for personal growth. I help people who are 16 years and older struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and life transitions. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Michigan.
Have you been feeling stressed or down lately? Do you want to make changes in your life, but don't know where to start? I will help you discover the BEST version of you. My goal is to create an atmosphere for personal growth, self-discovery, without fear of judgment. I believe each person has the capacity and desire for personal growth. I help people who are 16 years and older struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and life transitions. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Michigan.
(248) 927-1144 View (248) 927-1144
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Tracy Purnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Tracy has presented nationally on issues related to Trauma, Crisis Interventions and Anxiety and Depression with an emphasis on the African American community.
Tracy Purnell is a licensed professional counselor who has been practicing for over 20 years. Tracy has a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and a master's degree in Counseling from Wayne State University in Michigan. She provides counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and group. In addition, she provides counseling supervision to limited licensed professional counselors, workshops, and training to organizations.
Tracy has presented nationally on issues related to Trauma, Crisis Interventions and Anxiety and Depression with an emphasis on the African American community.
Tracy Purnell is a licensed professional counselor who has been practicing for over 20 years. Tracy has a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and a master's degree in Counseling from Wayne State University in Michigan. She provides counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and group. In addition, she provides counseling supervision to limited licensed professional counselors, workshops, and training to organizations.
(248) 609-3591 View (248) 609-3591
Jordan C Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Franklin, MI 48025  (Online Only)
My ideal client would be a client between the ages of 11 to 19 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or adolescent issues who are seeking someone that can empathize with their problems and find realistic solutions.
My ideal client would be a client between the ages of 11 to 19 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or adolescent issues who are seeking someone that can empathize with their problems and find realistic solutions.
(248) 988-9486 View (248) 988-9486
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Alicia Acey
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
I am an experienced Fully Licensed Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist who works with a wide range of presenting issues including; anxiety, depression, situational stress, work-related concerns, relationship issues, parenting, and issues that arise with life changes. I have expertise in parenting issues, collaborating with schools, administering and interpreting psycho-educational evaluations. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, and based on evidence based practices.
I am an experienced Fully Licensed Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist who works with a wide range of presenting issues including; anxiety, depression, situational stress, work-related concerns, relationship issues, parenting, and issues that arise with life changes. I have expertise in parenting issues, collaborating with schools, administering and interpreting psycho-educational evaluations. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, and based on evidence based practices.
(947) 208-4248 View (947) 208-4248
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Maryanne Murawski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
My psychology focuses on one's ability to grow, gain stable emotional health and have satisfying relationships. I see clients dealing with anxiety, depression, co-dependency, coping skills, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, crisis management, post-traumatic stress, and geriatric issues. I help my clients separate their thinking from their feelings, to be able to see what is real from what they are feeling. That is, what is going on inside themselves; introducing the opportunity to live without anxiety, fear, and depression. Feelings are often easily confused for reality and it is helpful to be able to recognize the difference.
My psychology focuses on one's ability to grow, gain stable emotional health and have satisfying relationships. I see clients dealing with anxiety, depression, co-dependency, coping skills, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, crisis management, post-traumatic stress, and geriatric issues. I help my clients separate their thinking from their feelings, to be able to see what is real from what they are feeling. That is, what is going on inside themselves; introducing the opportunity to live without anxiety, fear, and depression. Feelings are often easily confused for reality and it is helpful to be able to recognize the difference.
(313) 528-6834 View (313) 528-6834
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Dakarai Rogers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
I am a trained marriage and family therapist. I serve a variety of clients. I have been successful with guiding couples through communication, infidelity, intimacy challenges and more. I counsel families towards stabilization and harmony through helping manage parenting, teen and adolescent problems. I provide counsel to individuals with an array of issues such as anxiety, depression, feeling stuck, etc...
I am a trained marriage and family therapist. I serve a variety of clients. I have been successful with guiding couples through communication, infidelity, intimacy challenges and more. I counsel families towards stabilization and harmony through helping manage parenting, teen and adolescent problems. I provide counsel to individuals with an array of issues such as anxiety, depression, feeling stuck, etc...
(248) 923-4660 View (248) 923-4660
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Sasha Saint-Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFTI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, MI 48025
My goal is to help clients learn effective communication, identify their strength's and learn coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and trauma.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist intern, I work with couples, teens, and women. I am ready to hear your story. I provide a non-judgmental, culturally, religiously, and spiritually respectful safe space for you to be your authentic self. I will encourage you to lead by setting goals that are important to you, support you, and offer ideas and tasks to help achieve your best life.
My goal is to help clients learn effective communication, identify their strength's and learn coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and trauma.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist intern, I work with couples, teens, and women. I am ready to hear your story. I provide a non-judgmental, culturally, religiously, and spiritually respectful safe space for you to be your authentic self. I will encourage you to lead by setting goals that are important to you, support you, and offer ideas and tasks to help achieve your best life.
(248) 927-1497 View (248) 927-1497
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Ahuva Smilowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Feeling overly stressed? Feeling on edge and wish you had a way to calm yourself? Wish to gain a sense of inner harmony and empowerment to handle daily living from a place of equanimity? Join me as we journey towards Self-discovery, and inner strengths. Discover how you can heal from deep pains of past experiences, and then thrive in relational connection with yourself and others.
Feeling overly stressed? Feeling on edge and wish you had a way to calm yourself? Wish to gain a sense of inner harmony and empowerment to handle daily living from a place of equanimity? Join me as we journey towards Self-discovery, and inner strengths. Discover how you can heal from deep pains of past experiences, and then thrive in relational connection with yourself and others.
(248) 985-9667 View (248) 985-9667
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield
PhD
Verified Verified
Franklin, MI 48025
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(586) 685-7024 View (586) 685-7024
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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.