Blue Care Network Therapists in Hartland, MI

My philosophy as a therapist is to always meet the client where they're in life. This could include conflict with a spouse, children or any of the number of curveballs life throws at us. Life has many stressors and changes that can be difficult to handle at times and my goal is to help you through these challenges. I work with my clients to determine what goals they want to achieve in therapy and how best to do so. It has always been my objective to work for the goals of the client and to realize everyone has different backgrounds, beliefs and experiences that make us who we are.

Do you feel confused, lost in your thoughts, mind constantly racing or overwhelmed? Do you ever feel like you’ve lost control of everything? Are you stuck at a standstill?

Do you find yourself making the same mistakes over and over again and want to do something different, but are just not sure how? Have you been carrying around a deep pain in your life that you want to resolve? Often these things are connected. I can help you change the current unwanted behavior, while also helping you resolve issues from your past that may be effecting your reactions.

Do you feel like you are not living to your full potential? Do you feel unhappy? Are you being held back by old patterns that no longer serve you? So many of us feel held down by stress and fear that we forget how to be happy. My desire as a therapist is to provide assistance and encouragement for exploring your personal stories as a way of coping with pain and finding meaning.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

Do you feel stuck, anxious, depressed, alone? Are you ready to take the next step, but don't know where to begin or where to turn? Have you ever wondered if you're just reacting to life, rather than mastering it? Many of our experiences come from a place of great suffering, fears and surviving challenges.

TELEHEALTH ONLY Have you been feeling stuck or frustrated? Are you experiencing conflict in a relationship? Do you feel embarrassed about what you are going through and not knowing what to do about it? Maybe you have found that you keep going back to old habits that just don't work. Along with being a Licensed Counselor, I am also a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Certified Provider.

Do you feel like things just don’t seem to work out for you at home, in the workplace or in social situations? Do you feel like you have tried different strategies but things just aren’t changing? Maybe it is time for a different perspective. I may be able to help you find the change you have been longing for to get your life back on track.

Are you constantly worrying what others think of you? Walking around on eggshells to make a good first impression? Do you find that your child's anxiety keeps them from being the loving person you know they are? I work with people of all ages who are trying to get the most out of their relationships and are finding that anxiety keeps getting in the way of feeling confident with others or at school. Having healthy relationships is the cornerstone of a balanced life. You know that there is no better time to resolve these issues of insecurity than now. I can help.

There’s nothing more important to the therapeutic process than establishing a strong relationship between counselor and client. Through a collaborative effort, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where clients of any and all backgrounds feel comfortable to tell their stories, and I provide supportive acceptance in a positive environment. Through the therapeutic process I use a variety of modalities, which allow for gentle directive and reflective approaches designed to empower clients, leading to the promotion of growth and healing.

It is important for me to build a strong relationship with my clients and meet them where they are at. I draw from a variety of theories and work collaboratively with my clients to find the best fit. My goal is to create a safe and respectful environment that supports vulnerability and promotes change. You are the expert of your life, and I am here to listen, and offer another perspective.

Emotional wellbeing is a fundamental component to your health and quality of life. Interpersonal, academic, social, and occupational challenges can interfere with your daily functioning and health. Therapy offers an environment and relationship in which to be heard, understood, and promote growth and change that leads to improved emotional wellbeing and makes a difference in how life is lived. I aim to provide effective psychological services for people experiencing a wide range of challenges that may be an obstacle in their lives, including those with debilitating issues to those seeking self-discovery and insight.

I have over thirty years of experience treating people of all ages who struggle with problems ranging from depression and anxiety to conflictual relationships and grief. I worked 8 yrs exclusively with survivors of physical, sexual and emotional trauma. My early training is in CBT and behavior modification. Therefore, I teach skills to help with anger and stress management, social anxiety, phobias, addictions, child management and ADHD. I have a strong bias towards children, helping parents learn from their own childhood to make a positive difference for their children.

As a marital and family therapist, I work with couples and individuals in various stages of relationship including: committed couples who need help processing and repairing relationship wounds and trauma; divorced or divorcing couples working towards a cooperative divorce or co-parenting relationship; step-family and adoptive family challenges; pre-marital couples looking to enhance a solid foundation; families looking for help in navigating through life stage transitions including parenthood, children entering puberty and adolescence, and the empty nest.

I believe that people seek therapy for many different reasons; to manage feelings of sadness and/or anxiety, to work through specific personal or relational crises, to better parent difficult children, or simply to understand and resolve general feelings of discontent. I work with clients for all of these reasons. I enjoy helping people discover new ways of thinking and finding qualities in themselves that have long been hidden. I think of my therapy as a way to help people understand and change patterns of behavior that interfere with life goals and self-fulfillment. Therapy is about helping people feel better.

You don’t have to be diagnosed with a mental health problem to benefit from therapy. Many people in therapy seek help for everyday concerns: relationship problems, anxiety, job stress, low self-esteem or self-doubt, Others turn to therapy during difficult times, such as a trauma, depression bipolar, mood disorders, or relationship problems. But in order to reap its benefits, it’s important to choose the right therapist—someone you trust who makes you feel cared for and has the experience to help you make changes for the better in your life.

We specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and couples who are experiencing situational stress, mental health issues, and relationship difficulties. We are dedicated to providing an ideal environment and relationship to help our clients grow, flourish, and thrive. We also specialize in recovery work with individuals who have been negatively impacted by narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Our goal is to help our clients find increased fulfillment and authenticity in their lives.

**AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN PERSON** Here is the thing….we all have our own “stuff” that we carry around. It affects our relationships and daily interactions with the world. It weighs us down, and is mentally exhausting, which leads to lousy focus on, and attention to, the important parts of life. Surely, you have tried to deal with issues yourself, but haven’t been able to make much progress. Feeling overwhelmed seems to be the norm for our culture these days, but it doesn’t have to be true for YOU any longer. Having a fulfilling and happy life is within reach, and therapy can be an excellent tool for reaching your goals.

Navigating the highs and lows of your life isn't always easy. Sometimes your problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, alone, and simply reeling out of control due to stress, anxiety, depression, or issues related to trauma. If this sounds like you, then come talk to me and together we'll create a path forward.