Family Therapy in Lansing, MI

Stephanie Gogarn
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48910
I am trained in individual, group and family counseling. I am equipped to serve any population but have expertise with adults that present with substance abuse and addiction; elderly population as well as children and families. I am certified as an Acudetox Specialist through the National Acudetox Association. This skill set is a technique that can offer non medicinal services to clients that may need immediate results to assist with substance abuse; detox, and clients that identify with behavioral or traumatic experiences.
I am trained in individual, group and family counseling. I am equipped to serve any population but have expertise with adults that present with substance abuse and addiction; elderly population as well as children and families. I am certified as an Acudetox Specialist through the National Acudetox Association. This skill set is a technique that can offer non medicinal services to clients that may need immediate results to assist with substance abuse; detox, and clients that identify with behavioral or traumatic experiences.
(517) 292-3774 View (517) 292-3774
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Dr. Dawn Del Rio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911  (Online Only)
Dr. Del Rio is a fully licensed psychotherapist. After receiving undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology and clinical social work from MSU, she attended ULM and received her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. After her doctorate, she obtained her Sex Therapy certificate from the University of Michigan. Her educational path has provided a unique recipe of both micro and macro perspectives and has informed her clinical interpretations. She specializes in anxiety, OCD, trauma, and relationships. She utilizes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies.
Dr. Del Rio is a fully licensed psychotherapist. After receiving undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology and clinical social work from MSU, she attended ULM and received her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. After her doctorate, she obtained her Sex Therapy certificate from the University of Michigan. Her educational path has provided a unique recipe of both micro and macro perspectives and has informed her clinical interpretations. She specializes in anxiety, OCD, trauma, and relationships. She utilizes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies.
(517) 878-9653 View (517) 878-9653
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Mary Hatfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48906
Are you a single parent feeling overwhelmed and alone? Are you a young professional facing burnout and struggling to balance work and family? Do you sense your marriage is stuck in the daily grind or on the verge of falling apart? As a conservative Christian counselor versed in holistic health, parenting, and couples therapy, I can help you heal, establish boundaries, and cultivate a life filled with joy and spiritual fulfillment. You deserve to live a meaningful and purposeful life, free from being trapped and constrained by external pressures.
Are you a single parent feeling overwhelmed and alone? Are you a young professional facing burnout and struggling to balance work and family? Do you sense your marriage is stuck in the daily grind or on the verge of falling apart? As a conservative Christian counselor versed in holistic health, parenting, and couples therapy, I can help you heal, establish boundaries, and cultivate a life filled with joy and spiritual fulfillment. You deserve to live a meaningful and purposeful life, free from being trapped and constrained by external pressures.
(231) 252-0809 View (231) 252-0809
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Marlene J Ryan-Stahl
Counselor, MA, LLPC, ADS, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48917  (Online Only)
My name is Marlene Ryan (she/her), and I would like to meet you. I work with people experiencing depression and anxiety, and assist people adjusting to change in: family, health, identity, school/work, or other new circumstances. We will work collaboratively to identify problems, create strategies for addressing them, and point you in the direction of achieving your goals.
My name is Marlene Ryan (she/her), and I would like to meet you. I work with people experiencing depression and anxiety, and assist people adjusting to change in: family, health, identity, school/work, or other new circumstances. We will work collaboratively to identify problems, create strategies for addressing them, and point you in the direction of achieving your goals.
(517) 252-9728 View (517) 252-9728
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Ronald Penfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
Every client benefits from a solid, trustworthy relationship where they can express what is needed and be supported in ways that allow them to explore in a safe manner different opportunities and outcomes. Together with my clients I help facilitate the development of a stable foundation for recovery. I am able to draw from a wide selection of therapy modalities I've trained in over the years to meet the individual needs of each individual, couple and family.
Every client benefits from a solid, trustworthy relationship where they can express what is needed and be supported in ways that allow them to explore in a safe manner different opportunities and outcomes. Together with my clients I help facilitate the development of a stable foundation for recovery. I am able to draw from a wide selection of therapy modalities I've trained in over the years to meet the individual needs of each individual, couple and family.
(517) 418-6897 View (517) 418-6897
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Mariah Martinez
Counselor, LLPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906
I would like to help my clients on their journey of self-discovery. I feel it is important for one to understand all that makes them who they are and how they function, so that when they make goals, they are able to achieve them. If you are struggling through anxiety, depression, trauma, or low self-worth, then I want to work with you, whether it means working with you and your partner, your family or on your own. When you are able to understand yourself and your needs, then the tools and skills needed to help you are easier to select and be more useful in our counseling together.
I would like to help my clients on their journey of self-discovery. I feel it is important for one to understand all that makes them who they are and how they function, so that when they make goals, they are able to achieve them. If you are struggling through anxiety, depression, trauma, or low self-worth, then I want to work with you, whether it means working with you and your partner, your family or on your own. When you are able to understand yourself and your needs, then the tools and skills needed to help you are easier to select and be more useful in our counseling together.
(517) 594-4020 View (517) 594-4020
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Brandi Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906
Everyone has the ability to learn, grow, and heal just like you. Therapy can be a guiding force throughout your journey. To help you understand and process all of life’s neverending changes. Changes that can manifest into intrusive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that lead to negative and self-destructive patterns. Patterns that can cause difficulty and disruption in different areas of your life. Potentially leading to unmanaged symptoms of anxiety, depressions, trauma, and grief. Therapy can be difficult, but every individual and family possess the ability to learn, grow, and heal
Everyone has the ability to learn, grow, and heal just like you. Therapy can be a guiding force throughout your journey. To help you understand and process all of life’s neverending changes. Changes that can manifest into intrusive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that lead to negative and self-destructive patterns. Patterns that can cause difficulty and disruption in different areas of your life. Potentially leading to unmanaged symptoms of anxiety, depressions, trauma, and grief. Therapy can be difficult, but every individual and family possess the ability to learn, grow, and heal
(517) 923-2983 View (517) 923-2983
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Philip R Barker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, SSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48911
I specialize working with children and adolescents through individual and family therapy.
I can be of help if you are struggling with your child or adolescent rather than enjoying his or her gifts. I can assist you if you're facing frustrations due to personal, mental or behavioral struggles that are affecting your relationships, work, home, school and/or personal situations. I provide research proven interventions and match them to the difficulties you are experiencing and the situation you are in. I enjoy working with all ages and types of clients. The largest part of therapy is connecting with your therapist. I will make this an easy process for you.
I specialize working with children and adolescents through individual and family therapy.
I can be of help if you are struggling with your child or adolescent rather than enjoying his or her gifts. I can assist you if you're facing frustrations due to personal, mental or behavioral struggles that are affecting your relationships, work, home, school and/or personal situations. I provide research proven interventions and match them to the difficulties you are experiencing and the situation you are in. I enjoy working with all ages and types of clients. The largest part of therapy is connecting with your therapist. I will make this an easy process for you.
(734) 530-3463 View (734) 530-3463
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John D. McPhail
Counselor, MA, NCC, CRC, LPC, BCD
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48910
Are you happy with your overall quality of life; would you like help to make important changes in your life? -As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I can help clients with stress, anxiety, anger or family or relationship issues. -As a medical psychotherapist, I work with patients adjusting to the problems and emotions associated with serious medical conditions, -As a Christian counselor, I strive to facilitate the strength that faith can provide, IF you choose to do so, if not, I respect your choice.
Are you happy with your overall quality of life; would you like help to make important changes in your life? -As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I can help clients with stress, anxiety, anger or family or relationship issues. -As a medical psychotherapist, I work with patients adjusting to the problems and emotions associated with serious medical conditions, -As a Christian counselor, I strive to facilitate the strength that faith can provide, IF you choose to do so, if not, I respect your choice.
(517) 879-5614 View (517) 879-5614
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Dr. Glenda Bailey Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48917  (Online Only)
Welcome to Hayden Therapeutic Services, LLC, where your social-emotional well-being is our priority. With over 20 years of experience as a Master's prepared Licensed Clinical Social Worker coupled with expertise in Clinical Child & Family Psychology and Christian Counseling, We offer a comprehensive approach to therapy. We provide a supportive environment for those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, caregiver stress, and life transitions. Regardless of the obstacle – you're not alone. We are here to empower you to shift the trajectory of your life today to be the enriching and fulfilling life you desire.
Welcome to Hayden Therapeutic Services, LLC, where your social-emotional well-being is our priority. With over 20 years of experience as a Master's prepared Licensed Clinical Social Worker coupled with expertise in Clinical Child & Family Psychology and Christian Counseling, We offer a comprehensive approach to therapy. We provide a supportive environment for those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, caregiver stress, and life transitions. Regardless of the obstacle – you're not alone. We are here to empower you to shift the trajectory of your life today to be the enriching and fulfilling life you desire.
(616) 236-4006 View (616) 236-4006
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Antanique Thomas
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48907
“There is no health, without mental health!”  and “There is hope…even when your brain tells you that it is not!” I am an advocate for mental health awareness and stability and I am dedicated to providing the best care, patience, and support to you and take great joy in helping people meet their therapeutic needs. My specialization is in marriage, family, and couples counseling and I have experience working with individuals as well, from ages 2 and up with a variety of different disorders including autism, schizophrenia, eating disorders, major depression, and anxiety.
“There is no health, without mental health!”  and “There is hope…even when your brain tells you that it is not!” I am an advocate for mental health awareness and stability and I am dedicated to providing the best care, patience, and support to you and take great joy in helping people meet their therapeutic needs. My specialization is in marriage, family, and couples counseling and I have experience working with individuals as well, from ages 2 and up with a variety of different disorders including autism, schizophrenia, eating disorders, major depression, and anxiety.
(947) 217-5073 View (947) 217-5073
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Jazmine Rivas Dinkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or your child, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to uncover the roots of issues such as trauma, behavioral challenges, school challenges, PTSD, depression, family conflicts, anxiety, anger, grief, shame, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. My approach is guided by social justice and trauma-informed frameworks, which recognize the personal and systemic factors affecting a client's life. I am dedicated to creating an inclusive therapeutic space for historically marginalized clients and supporting those experiencing racial trauma or navigating racial identity.
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or your child, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to uncover the roots of issues such as trauma, behavioral challenges, school challenges, PTSD, depression, family conflicts, anxiety, anger, grief, shame, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. My approach is guided by social justice and trauma-informed frameworks, which recognize the personal and systemic factors affecting a client's life. I am dedicated to creating an inclusive therapeutic space for historically marginalized clients and supporting those experiencing racial trauma or navigating racial identity.
(517) 777-8871 x619940 View (517) 777-8871 x619940
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Nadja Maison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed with anxiety, frozen with worry, or lost in endless doomscrolling? Let me help you navigate a path forward. I specialize in issues of anxiety, family conflict and parenting for adolescents and adults ages 14 and up. My passion is helping you feel your best with an integrated approach to wellness that incorporates mind, body, and spirit, through psychotherapy, nutrition, movement, and spiritually-based mindfulness.
Do you feel overwhelmed with anxiety, frozen with worry, or lost in endless doomscrolling? Let me help you navigate a path forward. I specialize in issues of anxiety, family conflict and parenting for adolescents and adults ages 14 and up. My passion is helping you feel your best with an integrated approach to wellness that incorporates mind, body, and spirit, through psychotherapy, nutrition, movement, and spiritually-based mindfulness.
(517) 401-6468 View (517) 401-6468
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Sandra Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMFT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48917
Licensed both as: Marriage & Family Therapist and MSW (Clinical).
I provide counseling to individuals, families, couples, teens and older adults helping to assess and come up with ways to move through life's challenges. Each client presents with unique needs and that is the starting point to assist with a client centered plan to make changes and move forward. I have varied experience; but most clients present with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital, grief or loss, life changes, challenges of neurodiversity, addictions, and employment concerns. I have worked in the mental health field for 40 years and see how empowerment and guidance can help peoples' lives vastly improve.
Licensed both as: Marriage & Family Therapist and MSW (Clinical).
I provide counseling to individuals, families, couples, teens and older adults helping to assess and come up with ways to move through life's challenges. Each client presents with unique needs and that is the starting point to assist with a client centered plan to make changes and move forward. I have varied experience; but most clients present with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital, grief or loss, life changes, challenges of neurodiversity, addictions, and employment concerns. I have worked in the mental health field for 40 years and see how empowerment and guidance can help peoples' lives vastly improve.
(517) 521-7105 View (517) 521-7105
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Leigh Shindelar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48912  (Online Only)
My approach as a clinician is person-centered, humanistic, family/systems-oriented, and attachment-informed.
I believe that we are all capable of learning, healing, and growing in our relationships with self and with others, no matter where we have come from, and no matter where we may find ourselves in this moment. I currently work with individual adults on diverse issues including anxiety and depression, anger and emotion expression, relationship problems, communication skills, LGBTQIA+ and identity exploration, college/graduate school and work/life balance, career and life transitions, grief and loss, parenting challenges, divorce and co-parenting, and navigating family-of-origin relational dysfunction in adulthood.
My approach as a clinician is person-centered, humanistic, family/systems-oriented, and attachment-informed.
I believe that we are all capable of learning, healing, and growing in our relationships with self and with others, no matter where we have come from, and no matter where we may find ourselves in this moment. I currently work with individual adults on diverse issues including anxiety and depression, anger and emotion expression, relationship problems, communication skills, LGBTQIA+ and identity exploration, college/graduate school and work/life balance, career and life transitions, grief and loss, parenting challenges, divorce and co-parenting, and navigating family-of-origin relational dysfunction in adulthood.
(517) 296-6095 View (517) 296-6095
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Shirley L. Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48906
There are times in our lives when problems can feel overwhelming, painful, and difficult to face alone. Relying on friends and family may not be a viable option. During our sessions, you can expect me to hear and understand your experiences & provide a safe place for you to express your thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that arise in and outside of therapy. If needed, you can also expect me to work with you on current issues as related to your past issues. Whether it's a challenging situation, or a change in life direction, I look forward to establishing a helpful, collaborative relationship with you to achieve your therapy goals.
There are times in our lives when problems can feel overwhelming, painful, and difficult to face alone. Relying on friends and family may not be a viable option. During our sessions, you can expect me to hear and understand your experiences & provide a safe place for you to express your thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that arise in and outside of therapy. If needed, you can also expect me to work with you on current issues as related to your past issues. Whether it's a challenging situation, or a change in life direction, I look forward to establishing a helpful, collaborative relationship with you to achieve your therapy goals.
(517) 459-9404 View (517) 459-9404
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Wes Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48917
I also provide family and couples therapy, and can provide a Christian/faith based, or secular approach.
I hope to have clients who will be honest with me and let me help them where they are at. My clients don't have to be perfect, just willing to challenge themselves to trust the therapeutic process. The goal is to persevere and continue working on improvement, not expect perfection.
I also provide family and couples therapy, and can provide a Christian/faith based, or secular approach.
I hope to have clients who will be honest with me and let me help them where they are at. My clients don't have to be perfect, just willing to challenge themselves to trust the therapeutic process. The goal is to persevere and continue working on improvement, not expect perfection.
(517) 200-4020 View (517) 200-4020
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Dr. Ana Hill
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48915  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I combine interpersonal, psychodynamic, and emotion-focused approaches to treat a range of issues including depression, stress and anxiety, relationship/intimacy issues, life transitions, family challenges, self-esteem, identity development, and trauma.
Hi, I'm Dr. Ana Hill. As a counseling psychologist, my priority is to listen deeply to my clients and become attuned to their unique stories and experiences. I consider myself to be a nonjudgmental and creative therapist who helps people explore and process dynamics in their lives that may be causing them to feel stuck, in emotional pain, or uncertain of how to heal. Our work together would be informed by a trauma-informed, multicultural, and self-compassionate framework that provides a safe, warm, and confidential space to foster greater awareness of yourself and your surroundings.
I combine interpersonal, psychodynamic, and emotion-focused approaches to treat a range of issues including depression, stress and anxiety, relationship/intimacy issues, life transitions, family challenges, self-esteem, identity development, and trauma.
Hi, I'm Dr. Ana Hill. As a counseling psychologist, my priority is to listen deeply to my clients and become attuned to their unique stories and experiences. I consider myself to be a nonjudgmental and creative therapist who helps people explore and process dynamics in their lives that may be causing them to feel stuck, in emotional pain, or uncertain of how to heal. Our work together would be informed by a trauma-informed, multicultural, and self-compassionate framework that provides a safe, warm, and confidential space to foster greater awareness of yourself and your surroundings.
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Jessica Leigh Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48912
Waitlist for new clients
Jessica recieved her Bachloers Degree in Community and Family Services from Siena Heights University followed by her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. Each person operates very differently and has their own unique set of skills and preferences when it comes to navigating life. Jessica's focus is to ensure that treatment and treatment goals fit each individual's life. Jessica has experience working with multiple diagnoses and life experiences.
Jessica recieved her Bachloers Degree in Community and Family Services from Siena Heights University followed by her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. Each person operates very differently and has their own unique set of skills and preferences when it comes to navigating life. Jessica's focus is to ensure that treatment and treatment goals fit each individual's life. Jessica has experience working with multiple diagnoses and life experiences.
(517) 878-9934 View (517) 878-9934
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John Joseph Rembisz
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911  (Online Only)
I provide individual, couples, or family therapy for clients 11 years and older. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, relationship issues, parenting issues, family dynamics, chronic pain/illness, addiction, & eating disorders. Additional populations I serve include first responders, military/veterans, LGBTQIA+, and adoption/foster care. Therapy is not "one size fits all". Every person has their own unique experiences and perspectives. I tailor my approach to fit my client and help them achieve their goals.
I provide individual, couples, or family therapy for clients 11 years and older. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, relationship issues, parenting issues, family dynamics, chronic pain/illness, addiction, & eating disorders. Additional populations I serve include first responders, military/veterans, LGBTQIA+, and adoption/foster care. Therapy is not "one size fits all". Every person has their own unique experiences and perspectives. I tailor my approach to fit my client and help them achieve their goals.
(517) 793-5428 View (517) 793-5428
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.