Female Therapists in Houghton Lake, MI

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Hey there! I see you are looking to get yourself some help. Maybe you find yourself struggling with energy, depression, or anxiety. Well, no matter the reason, I am glad you’re reaching out. Being in the mental health field since 2012, I know the importance our mental health plays in our everyday lives. It impacts our motivation, self-esteem, relationships and physical health. My goal is to walk alongside you as you re-find your footing and get back on your desired path.

Has it been a while since you’ve felt like yourself? Does it seem like everyone else is moving forward while you’re stuck in place? Or maybe your life looks ideal from the outside, but inside you something feels off. You’ve been doing your best to act normal but it’s getting harder every day. You keep hoping that you’ll “snap out of it” but so far nothing has worked, and you’re starting to worry that you may never feel happy again. These experiences are more common than you may think, but that doesn't make them any less scary or difficult.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and life coach practicing in Elk Rapids, MI. I was previously practicing in Bloomfield Hills Mi before moving to the Traverse City area in 2019. I have experience as an Infant Mental Health Specialist, Child and Adolescent Therapist and Family Therapist. I received my BA from University of Arkansas in Social Work and Criminal Justice and a MSW from University of Michigan in Therapeutic Practice and Community Organizing. I enjoy working with all individuals to process and explore the concerns that may prohibit them from reaching their potential and living life to its fullest.

As a clinician, I know it is important to walk beside you in the journey of life and healing. My work with clients is through compassion, humor, gentle confrontation, and unconditional positive regard. Whether you have a specific issue or just don't quite feel like yourself reaching out to someone is a great first step. I work with adolescents and adults using psychoanalysis, internal family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy to not only treat symptoms but also to understand yourself through your experiences.

Overwhelmed by life? Tired of trying to figure it out on your own? Feeling lost and wondering where to go next? On this journey of life, there are mountains and valleys and at times it is difficult to navigate. You are not alone. In the course of counseling, I will come alongside you by creating a safe space to share, learn, and develop new skills to help facilitate change, healing, and growth. To do this, I use a client-centered approach, meaning I will use a variety of techniques and tailor services to meet your individual needs and style of learning.

I have over 20 years of experience working with people from all walks of life. I enjoy helping people find their strengths and utilize them to heal themselves and achieve their goals. I believe that everyone can make changes that will impact their lives in a positive and meaningful way. My focus at this time is on adults and I often work with people experiencing anxiety and/or depression.

Have you experienced religious trauma/spiritual abuse or other trauma from which you can't seem to bounce back? Do you ever think that your mind, emotions, and/or body are your enemy? Do you want to feel more grounded, connected to your true Self, and fulfilled in life? If so, I would love the chance to meet with you. I've spent years healing from religious trauma and learning to release the associated feelings of shame and anxiety in order to find the authentic "home" within me and I care deeply about helping others do the same, no matter their particular life experience.

You feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to focus. Perhaps, the challenges of daily living have begun to feel overwhelming. You are ready for help but unsure of where to turn. How would it feel to wake up free from the burdens you have carried for so long?As a mental health therapist, I’m here to help you discover that answer. My philosophy is rooted in self-empowerment. I believe in helping my clients rediscover their confidence and live a life unshackled from the daily responsibilities of living. You will notice that I provide a therapeutic approach tailored to you and your unique circumstances.

Do you feel like your emotions are intense? Are you having a hard time regulating your emotions or are you feeling confused by your emotions? I strive to create authentic connections with my clients and will ensure a warm, safe environment to enhance a trusting relationship to speak about any struggles you may be facing. I utilize a number of different skills to best fit your individual needs. I am DBT informed, meaning I have the skills to work with individuals who may feel their emotions very intensely. I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy when they find the "right fit" therapist.

I’m honored that you’re here and curious to learn more. I call myself a healing arts interfaith community minister and I'm also a somatic movement therapist & educator as well as an artist. I help people remember their wholeness in connection with all of life through their bodies. I guide people through transformative change, grief and life initiations into new ways of being in relationship with themselves, their relationships, communities and the collective. The intention is to guide people into a greater sense of belonging, connection and authenticity that is available to us all from within our own bodies and beings.

Welcome! I understand contacting a stranger to share your most intimate details can be overwhelming and frightening. With this knowledge my job is to gain your trust, make you feel comfortable, and walk with you as you gain new tools to help you navigate your life better. I work with adults navigating traumas aftermath of symptoms, struggling with traits of a personality disorder or suffering with high suicidal ideation.

I love working with young adults and seniors to help them find their passion in life. I will work to help you remove blocks that are keeping you from being your most awesome self and help you develop the skills needed to live a life you have always dreamed. I’ve worked with teenagers to overcome addictions; I’ve worked with young adults transitioning to adulthood to overcome anxiety and depress which allowed them to go off to college and become successful. I have helped couple’s save their marriages and improve child/parent relationships; I have worked with Seniors who are now in a caring role.

Are you in transition and wondering: What's next and how do I get there? Have you experienced a loss (of normalcy, predictability, health, job, relationship)? Are you stuck, languishing in the liminal, in between place? Are you curious, willing to change and have an open mind and willingness to work collaboratively to identify and achieve future goals? Would you like to move from "now what?" to "know what!"? If so, let's talk.

Life takes many twists and turns and everyone has a story to tell. We go thru life doing the best we can until we hit something that seems to rock us to our very core. Therapy offers a unique relationship in which one can begin to understand their own history and ways of coping. Therapy also encourages development of healthy coping skills to bring you to a better place and provide greater satisfaction in life. Mental and physical health are closely intertwined and whether you are feeling burdened by one or the other or both, therapy can be a resource to help you life your best life.