Domestic Abuse Therapists in Highland, MI
However, I specialize in trauma and sexual abuse.
In my practice, I believe that therapy should be driven by the individual. I work to empower individuals to create the change they want to see in their lives, promote healing, and acceptance of themselves. I believe the most important indicator of success is a trusting and supportive relationship with the therapist. My role in the therapeutic process is to guide my clients towards their highest potential, while also collaborating with them in every aspect of our work. Because everyone has unique strengths and barriers, my therapy style is open, flexible, and tailored to meet the specific goals of each client.
However, I specialize in trauma and sexual abuse.
In my practice, I believe that therapy should be driven by the individual. I work to empower individuals to create the change they want to see in their lives, promote healing, and acceptance of themselves. I believe the most important indicator of success is a trusting and supportive relationship with the therapist. My role in the therapeutic process is to guide my clients towards their highest potential, while also collaborating with them in every aspect of our work. Because everyone has unique strengths and barriers, my therapy style is open, flexible, and tailored to meet the specific goals of each client.
Emily Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Highland, MI 48357 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in helping teenagers and young adults understand core issues that drive unhealthy behaviors and explore ways to change the behavior. This understanding creates space for hope to improve the relationships within their lives and with themselves while increasing their sense of self and confidence. I have a great passion for utilizing various arts to facilitate healing and to help my clients express themselves both verbally and non-verbally. Art therapy helps clients go deeper in their personal journey and make powerful, long-lasting changes.
I have extensive experience in helping teenagers and young adults understand core issues that drive unhealthy behaviors and explore ways to change the behavior. This understanding creates space for hope to improve the relationships within their lives and with themselves while increasing their sense of self and confidence. I have a great passion for utilizing various arts to facilitate healing and to help my clients express themselves both verbally and non-verbally. Art therapy helps clients go deeper in their personal journey and make powerful, long-lasting changes.
Michelle Dickinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Highland, MI 48357 (Online Only)
Just because you wear it well doesn't mean its not heavy. Does your outward smile hide the pain you are feeling inside? Many of my clients have struggled with drugs or alcohol problems and have feelings of shame and hopelessness often trying to hide the issue from others. I've also helped many people who love someone; a spouse, child or parent with an addiction, but who have lost their sense of normalcy in the process. I also have expertise in treating problems like anxiety, depression, relationship problems and trauma/PTSD.
Just because you wear it well doesn't mean its not heavy. Does your outward smile hide the pain you are feeling inside? Many of my clients have struggled with drugs or alcohol problems and have feelings of shame and hopelessness often trying to hide the issue from others. I've also helped many people who love someone; a spouse, child or parent with an addiction, but who have lost their sense of normalcy in the process. I also have expertise in treating problems like anxiety, depression, relationship problems and trauma/PTSD.
Pamela Barckholtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, DCSW, IMH-EIV
Verified Verified
Highland, MI 48357
All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.
All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.
Sarah K Redwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Highland, MI 48356
Waitlist for new clients
Having difficulties in life is something that we will all face and asking for help can be incredibly difficult. As a counselor I work to provide a judgement free comfortable environment to my clients in hopes that we can work together to address and overcome their difficulties and concerns.
Having difficulties in life is something that we will all face and asking for help can be incredibly difficult. As a counselor I work to provide a judgement free comfortable environment to my clients in hopes that we can work together to address and overcome their difficulties and concerns.
Darcie Ries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Highland, MI 48356
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.
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.
Eileen M. Craig
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Highland, MI 48357
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a compassionate therapist with a good deal of life experience and honed clinical skills to develop the perfect plan for you? Look no further! I offer a warm, safe, and empathetic environment for people needing to process difficult life issues and traumatic experiences.
Are you looking for a compassionate therapist with a good deal of life experience and honed clinical skills to develop the perfect plan for you? Look no further! I offer a warm, safe, and empathetic environment for people needing to process difficult life issues and traumatic experiences.
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Counseling is an avenue for moving ahead in life by solving the problems that block this process. These issues involve many areas of life including relationships, disappointments, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, losses, abuse, failures, transitions, traumas, lifestyles, belief systems, aging, medical problems, addictions, personality disorders, self-esteem, dependency, and addictions. The way to solve these problems involves talking about the real issues and feelings with someone who is accepting and understanding, learning new information, experimenting with new behaviors, taking some risks, and evaluating the results.
Counseling is an avenue for moving ahead in life by solving the problems that block this process. These issues involve many areas of life including relationships, disappointments, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, losses, abuse, failures, transitions, traumas, lifestyles, belief systems, aging, medical problems, addictions, personality disorders, self-esteem, dependency, and addictions. The way to solve these problems involves talking about the real issues and feelings with someone who is accepting and understanding, learning new information, experimenting with new behaviors, taking some risks, and evaluating the results.
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with mental health disorders, trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence and finding life’s purpose.
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?
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with mental health disorders, trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence and finding life’s purpose.
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?
Leslie McCurdy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milford, MI 48381 (Online Only)
I have experience working with adults and elders who have experienced domestic violence, grief/loss, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Telehealth Openings! Taking the first step toward change and beginning therapy can be difficult. Allow me to help! It can lead to important insights and tremendous growth. A trusting relationship with a therapist can be a support in the journey of change. My approach ensures you will receive the treatment that is best for you. I am committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and welcoming therapeutic space where you can express your feelings and thoughts, start the change process in your life that you desire, and find hope in an environment that is nonjudgmental and beneficial to your healing.
I have experience working with adults and elders who have experienced domestic violence, grief/loss, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Telehealth Openings! Taking the first step toward change and beginning therapy can be difficult. Allow me to help! It can lead to important insights and tremendous growth. A trusting relationship with a therapist can be a support in the journey of change. My approach ensures you will receive the treatment that is best for you. I am committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and welcoming therapeutic space where you can express your feelings and thoughts, start the change process in your life that you desire, and find hope in an environment that is nonjudgmental and beneficial to your healing.
Madison Bryant
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce Township, MI 48382 (Online Only)
Hello! I provide Teletherapy services to those residing in MI and I'm currently accepting new clients. I assist those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma (e.g. childhood abuse/neglect, intimate partner violence, etc.), and all others feeling stuck in "flight, flight, freeze, or fawn" mode. Common challenges I work with include people-pleasing or perfectionism tendencies, feelings of unworthiness, substance abuse, and other manifestations that may be causing distress and interrupting daily life. Therapy can provide a healing space to be heard and seen and improve your connection to yourself and others.
Hello! I provide Teletherapy services to those residing in MI and I'm currently accepting new clients. I assist those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma (e.g. childhood abuse/neglect, intimate partner violence, etc.), and all others feeling stuck in "flight, flight, freeze, or fawn" mode. Common challenges I work with include people-pleasing or perfectionism tendencies, feelings of unworthiness, substance abuse, and other manifestations that may be causing distress and interrupting daily life. Therapy can provide a healing space to be heard and seen and improve your connection to yourself and others.
I have worked with community mental health agencies, in hospital settings, and substance abuse programs.
I am a licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Everyone’s journey through life looks and feels differently. We all face challenges, setbacks and crossroads. Sometimes, these challenges can look and feel normal. Other times, they can be unpredictable and never ending. No matter where your journey takes you, there is always light at the end. Like a phoenix, you will rise from the ashes stronger than before. You will emerge and find peace, acceptance and your own personal growth.
I have worked with community mental health agencies, in hospital settings, and substance abuse programs.
I am a licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Everyone’s journey through life looks and feels differently. We all face challenges, setbacks and crossroads. Sometimes, these challenges can look and feel normal. Other times, they can be unpredictable and never ending. No matter where your journey takes you, there is always light at the end. Like a phoenix, you will rise from the ashes stronger than before. You will emerge and find peace, acceptance and your own personal growth.
Kara Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LLMSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, MI 48381
My focuses lie in sexual abuse, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders.
Searching for a therapist can be a challenge! If you’re looking for assistance with relationship issues, couples therapy, chronic illness, PTSD, sexual abuse, grief or other life challenges, you are in the right place. I am an EMDR trained therapist with additional experience in other techniques. Therapy is not "one size fits all", which is why I take a more holistic approach to helping my clients, finding what works for them. I offer individual and couples therapy in-person and online, with immediate openings on Mondays and Fridays. I would love the opportunity to help you heal!
My focuses lie in sexual abuse, trauma/PTSD, and eating disorders.
Searching for a therapist can be a challenge! If you’re looking for assistance with relationship issues, couples therapy, chronic illness, PTSD, sexual abuse, grief or other life challenges, you are in the right place. I am an EMDR trained therapist with additional experience in other techniques. Therapy is not "one size fits all", which is why I take a more holistic approach to helping my clients, finding what works for them. I offer individual and couples therapy in-person and online, with immediate openings on Mondays and Fridays. I would love the opportunity to help you heal!
April B Winkelman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Clarkston, MI 48348 (Online Only)
I have experience working with trauma, especially women with a history of domestic violence or sexual assault, anxiety, mental health, and career concerns.
My name is April, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Michigan. My therapeutic style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a balance of being able to gently challenge the individuals I work with. I like to focus on identifying your strengths, helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles, and empowering you to have the skills you need to leave the therapeutic relationship with confidence that you have the tools you can use independently.
I have experience working with trauma, especially women with a history of domestic violence or sexual assault, anxiety, mental health, and career concerns.
My name is April, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Michigan. My therapeutic style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a balance of being able to gently challenge the individuals I work with. I like to focus on identifying your strengths, helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles, and empowering you to have the skills you need to leave the therapeutic relationship with confidence that you have the tools you can use independently.
Alisa Rosario
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce Township, MI 48382 (Online Only)
We are the writers of our own story; therapy just provides an editor to sort out some of the more challenging parts of that story. I believe everyone's life experience is unique and, because of that, you truly know yourself best. All that being said, Hello! I am Alisa (ah-lee-sah), a licensed professional counselor. I received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Michigan University, and bachelor's in Psychology with a minor in Communication at Oakland University. During my internship, I spent time at a women's shelter working with survivors of domestic abuse and interpersonal partner violence.
We are the writers of our own story; therapy just provides an editor to sort out some of the more challenging parts of that story. I believe everyone's life experience is unique and, because of that, you truly know yourself best. All that being said, Hello! I am Alisa (ah-lee-sah), a licensed professional counselor. I received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Michigan University, and bachelor's in Psychology with a minor in Communication at Oakland University. During my internship, I spent time at a women's shelter working with survivors of domestic abuse and interpersonal partner violence.
I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, and depression.
When you have been hurting in silence for many years. It can be difficult to make that decision to seek therapy, but you've come to the end of the road and you are tired of hurting. You want the pain to stop. You want to feel whole, and you want to have a sense of joy and peace, that you have never experienced before. Well, I'm here for you, to assist you with the process of getting to a place of help, hope and healing.
I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, and depression.
When you have been hurting in silence for many years. It can be difficult to make that decision to seek therapy, but you've come to the end of the road and you are tired of hurting. You want the pain to stop. You want to feel whole, and you want to have a sense of joy and peace, that you have never experienced before. Well, I'm here for you, to assist you with the process of getting to a place of help, hope and healing.
Marc Bender
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarkston, MI 48346
My expertise encompasses supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA2S+ community and assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
I am convinced that therapeutic and mental health services can be advantageous for anyone at any stage of life. No concern is too small, especially when it starts to interfere with your daily activities. In the therapeutic setting, my goal is to establish an empathetic and non-judgmental space that encourages openness and vulnerability as shared elements of our collaborative process. The guiding philosophy is that you, the client, are always the leader of our combined endeavors. If any strategy does not satisfy your needs, I invite you to communicate this so that I can adjust and identify the most beneficial approach for you.
My expertise encompasses supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA2S+ community and assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
I am convinced that therapeutic and mental health services can be advantageous for anyone at any stage of life. No concern is too small, especially when it starts to interfere with your daily activities. In the therapeutic setting, my goal is to establish an empathetic and non-judgmental space that encourages openness and vulnerability as shared elements of our collaborative process. The guiding philosophy is that you, the client, are always the leader of our combined endeavors. If any strategy does not satisfy your needs, I invite you to communicate this so that I can adjust and identify the most beneficial approach for you.
Dr. Toplyn has a special passion for DBT related treatment and autism assessment. She enjoys working with issues related to trauma, loss, abuse, adoption and placement. She has continued to work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, severe and persistent mental illness and can provide both group and individual DBT informed therapy. Her most recent work has been providing forensic evaluations to adults and teens involved in the legal system allowing her to empathize with those involved in the court system.
Dr. Toplyn has a special passion for DBT related treatment and autism assessment. She enjoys working with issues related to trauma, loss, abuse, adoption and placement. She has continued to work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, severe and persistent mental illness and can provide both group and individual DBT informed therapy. Her most recent work has been providing forensic evaluations to adults and teens involved in the legal system allowing her to empathize with those involved in the court system.
Jenna Kathleen Whitefoot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48114 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I serve adult individuals who are looking for caring support as well as to improve their lives and reach their goals. Whether you are struggling with a change in life circumstances, a mental health concern, a loss, trauma, abuse, or just need someone who can provide an objective perspective I am here to help. I believe everyone has the ability and strength to make the changes they want in their lives, but they may need someone to guide that process and offer the necessary tools.
I serve adult individuals who are looking for caring support as well as to improve their lives and reach their goals. Whether you are struggling with a change in life circumstances, a mental health concern, a loss, trauma, abuse, or just need someone who can provide an objective perspective I am here to help. I believe everyone has the ability and strength to make the changes they want in their lives, but they may need someone to guide that process and offer the necessary tools.
Cassandra Jessee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48114
Anxiety? Panic? Depression? Trauma? Is the world just too much lately? Do you want to feel heard and enjoy life? My therapy dog Timon and I would love to guide and help you. Following a critical illness in my life, I started a quest for purpose and devoted myself to an educational journey to create synergy with my own life experiences. My interest is trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, suicide ideation, past sexual abuse, relationship issues coupled with focus on how interpersonal, cognitive thinking and environmental factors play a part in helping people to change.
Anxiety? Panic? Depression? Trauma? Is the world just too much lately? Do you want to feel heard and enjoy life? My therapy dog Timon and I would love to guide and help you. Following a critical illness in my life, I started a quest for purpose and devoted myself to an educational journey to create synergy with my own life experiences. My interest is trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, suicide ideation, past sexual abuse, relationship issues coupled with focus on how interpersonal, cognitive thinking and environmental factors play a part in helping people to change.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.