Gottman Method Therapists in Lansing, MI
I have post-graduate training in all levels of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Relationships are the engine of human survival. Whether you are troubled and unsure about a relationship, want to build a healthier and more vibrant relationship, or need to recover from a bad relationship, I will help you identify the core challenges and find a path to achieving your best life and best relationships. I am Karen Robertson, LMSW, wife, mother, creative spirit, and a lifelong student of relationships and how people work (or don't) together. I would be honored to help you with the relationship that is troubling you.
I have post-graduate training in all levels of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Relationships are the engine of human survival. Whether you are troubled and unsure about a relationship, want to build a healthier and more vibrant relationship, or need to recover from a bad relationship, I will help you identify the core challenges and find a path to achieving your best life and best relationships. I am Karen Robertson, LMSW, wife, mother, creative spirit, and a lifelong student of relationships and how people work (or don't) together. I would be honored to help you with the relationship that is troubling you.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
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.
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.
Shanty Robbennolt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48917
Are you feeling off and not quite like yourself? Are your relationships strained, work stressful, or do things feel out of control? Maybe you are overwhelmed, lonely, or feeling misunderstood and down. Or perhaps you’re stuck in a cycle of conflict, avoidance, or distraction, and getting nowhere. If you've tried various solutions without success and aren’t sure what to do next, you’re not alone. I'm here to offer you the support, guidance, and practical strategies you need to get through this tough time. We’ll work together to help you find clarity and create a path toward a life that feels more peaceful, purposeful, and fulfilling.
Are you feeling off and not quite like yourself? Are your relationships strained, work stressful, or do things feel out of control? Maybe you are overwhelmed, lonely, or feeling misunderstood and down. Or perhaps you’re stuck in a cycle of conflict, avoidance, or distraction, and getting nowhere. If you've tried various solutions without success and aren’t sure what to do next, you’re not alone. I'm here to offer you the support, guidance, and practical strategies you need to get through this tough time. We’ll work together to help you find clarity and create a path toward a life that feels more peaceful, purposeful, and fulfilling.
Jake Higman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48912
Waitlist for new clients
LGBTQ community are welcome. I have personal experiences with Chronic Pain, Disability, and Medical Trauma if this sounds like you please reach out. I use evidence based research and compassion within my treatment. Having a therapist who cares and goes the extra mile can be extremely hard to find; Our interactions come with an open heart and an absence of judgment.
LGBTQ community are welcome. I have personal experiences with Chronic Pain, Disability, and Medical Trauma if this sounds like you please reach out. I use evidence based research and compassion within my treatment. Having a therapist who cares and goes the extra mile can be extremely hard to find; Our interactions come with an open heart and an absence of judgment.
Jennifer Nicole Garza
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CMHP, QIDP, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48906
I am a counselor in Michigan with 15+ years of experience providing counseling to families and individuals across the lifespan in-person, on the phone, and online formats. I have worked with clients on a wide range of issues from life adjustments to severe and persistent mental illness. I am a special needs parent, with a young adult son with Autism; and another young adult daughter that is LGBTQ+. Clients often find me to be very relatable because of the combination of my professional and personal experiences.
I am a counselor in Michigan with 15+ years of experience providing counseling to families and individuals across the lifespan in-person, on the phone, and online formats. I have worked with clients on a wide range of issues from life adjustments to severe and persistent mental illness. I am a special needs parent, with a young adult son with Autism; and another young adult daughter that is LGBTQ+. Clients often find me to be very relatable because of the combination of my professional and personal experiences.
I see individuals who struggle with many issues, including grief recovery, anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, chronic and terminal illness, ADHD and a variety of relational issues. I am also a qualified supervisor for LLPCs seeking full LPC licensure. I use evidence-based treatment plans to help with problems my clients are experiencing. I am a good listener and will work alongside you to resolve your issues.
I see individuals who struggle with many issues, including grief recovery, anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, chronic and terminal illness, ADHD and a variety of relational issues. I am also a qualified supervisor for LLPCs seeking full LPC licensure. I use evidence-based treatment plans to help with problems my clients are experiencing. I am a good listener and will work alongside you to resolve your issues.
Thomas Selby Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCD, LMSW, LMFT, ACPE
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children adolescents, individual adults of all ages, and couples & families. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, spiritual conflicts, and major mental health problems. I have worked with schools, faith communities, employers, physicians, and other therapists to understand the challenges confronting my clients. We often discover connections between physical, behavioral, emotional, spiritual, relational, and how things have led to where we are now.
I have worked with children adolescents, individual adults of all ages, and couples & families. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, spiritual conflicts, and major mental health problems. I have worked with schools, faith communities, employers, physicians, and other therapists to understand the challenges confronting my clients. We often discover connections between physical, behavioral, emotional, spiritual, relational, and how things have led to where we are now.
Dr. Karen Muhammad
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, RMFT, CAS, PMP
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48933 (Online Only)
I provide therapy services to individuals, premarital partners, couples, families, groups, and athletes in the area of sports mental performance. My services are available to private-pay clients, and I also bill behavioral health insurance for medical necessities. As a doctor and licensed marriage and family therapist, I implement Bowen and Gestalt therapy techniques, coupled with a person-centered, strengths-based approach when working with individuals, couples, families, groups, and athletes. The therapeutic focus is on helping individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths and mental blocks.
I provide therapy services to individuals, premarital partners, couples, families, groups, and athletes in the area of sports mental performance. My services are available to private-pay clients, and I also bill behavioral health insurance for medical necessities. As a doctor and licensed marriage and family therapist, I implement Bowen and Gestalt therapy techniques, coupled with a person-centered, strengths-based approach when working with individuals, couples, families, groups, and athletes. The therapeutic focus is on helping individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths and mental blocks.
Kristen O'Dwyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48933 (Online Only)
IFS, Gottman, CBT, DBT, Somatic Therapy Specialties. Are you feeling like you've lost your sense of self? Are you trying to navigate through relationship strains, stress or trauma alone? Are you always trying to logic your way through life? If you find yourself overwhelmed, battling anxiety or imposter syndrome you are in the right place. If you are experiencing disconnection in your relationship or careers, there are life lasting tools and support that can help you thrive. I truly believe your ability to heal yourself is within. Together, let's help you alchemize pain from the past into healing & a beautiful future.
IFS, Gottman, CBT, DBT, Somatic Therapy Specialties. Are you feeling like you've lost your sense of self? Are you trying to navigate through relationship strains, stress or trauma alone? Are you always trying to logic your way through life? If you find yourself overwhelmed, battling anxiety or imposter syndrome you are in the right place. If you are experiencing disconnection in your relationship or careers, there are life lasting tools and support that can help you thrive. I truly believe your ability to heal yourself is within. Together, let's help you alchemize pain from the past into healing & a beautiful future.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and searching for effective ways to manage life's challenges? Together, we will explore your past and current life experiences, challenge your thoughts, and address internal emotional problems by exploring new ways of thinking and caring for yourself.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and searching for effective ways to manage life's challenges? Together, we will explore your past and current life experiences, challenge your thoughts, and address internal emotional problems by exploring new ways of thinking and caring for yourself.
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Maureen Fabiano
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
Waitlist for new clients
I would like the opportunity to join with you while you are facing challenging times, so you can have more of the life you want with less emotional discomfort and distress. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental professional relationship. I will carefully listen, provide knowledgeable feedback, and collaboratively work with you toward your desired goal or goals. I have many years of therapy experience. I primarily work with individuals and some couples.
I would like the opportunity to join with you while you are facing challenging times, so you can have more of the life you want with less emotional discomfort and distress. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental professional relationship. I will carefully listen, provide knowledgeable feedback, and collaboratively work with you toward your desired goal or goals. I have many years of therapy experience. I primarily work with individuals and some couples.
Richard P Lieske
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910 (Online Only)
Finding help shouldn't be difficult, but it is, and I want to make that process easy for you, from the first contact. I have more than twenty years experience in behavioral medicine, and more than 30 years in helping professions. Using a wide range of expertise and training I treat diverse concerns of pre-teen through older adult clients. By varying treatment with a number of approaches, I strive to tailor therapy to the person, not just the problems identified. I work with mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, addictions, eating and weight issues, and more.
Finding help shouldn't be difficult, but it is, and I want to make that process easy for you, from the first contact. I have more than twenty years experience in behavioral medicine, and more than 30 years in helping professions. Using a wide range of expertise and training I treat diverse concerns of pre-teen through older adult clients. By varying treatment with a number of approaches, I strive to tailor therapy to the person, not just the problems identified. I work with mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, addictions, eating and weight issues, and more.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
Sara B Dupuis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
Perspectives: Psychological Associates of Mid-Mich
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906
At Perspectives, we serve a variety of clients with evidence-based techniques. Our staff provides treatment for depression, anxiety, anger issues, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and marital issues.
At Perspectives, we serve a variety of clients with evidence-based techniques. Our staff provides treatment for depression, anxiety, anger issues, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and marital issues.
Tina Timm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910 (Online Only)
I primarily see clients who are struggling with issues related to sexuality. This is broadly defined but would include problems with intimacy (e.g., difficulty maintaining closeness), desire (e.g., not wanting to have sex), arousal (e.g., inability to achieve or maintain erections), and orgasm (e.g., not being able to, or having it happen too quickly). If you are in a committed relationship, I encourage the partner to be involved. I also see clients who are experiencing distress related to infidelity, sexual trauma, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Clients who identify as LGBTQ+ are warmly welcome.
I primarily see clients who are struggling with issues related to sexuality. This is broadly defined but would include problems with intimacy (e.g., difficulty maintaining closeness), desire (e.g., not wanting to have sex), arousal (e.g., inability to achieve or maintain erections), and orgasm (e.g., not being able to, or having it happen too quickly). If you are in a committed relationship, I encourage the partner to be involved. I also see clients who are experiencing distress related to infidelity, sexual trauma, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Clients who identify as LGBTQ+ are warmly welcome.
Life is tough. No doubt about it. Sometimes its downright overwhelming. In these times it is especially beneficial to have someone to help you as you wade through it all. People come to counseling for a variety of reasons. Probably most people who voluntarily come to counseling are looking for some healing, and the hope of moving forward with their life. How about you? Do you want to get your "heart" back? Make some changes? Move forward with your life? That's good. I'd like to help you with that.
Life is tough. No doubt about it. Sometimes its downright overwhelming. In these times it is especially beneficial to have someone to help you as you wade through it all. People come to counseling for a variety of reasons. Probably most people who voluntarily come to counseling are looking for some healing, and the hope of moving forward with their life. How about you? Do you want to get your "heart" back? Make some changes? Move forward with your life? That's good. I'd like to help you with that.
**I am doing telehealth and in person appointments. When you are faced with challenges, conflicts and loss, it can be difficult to overcome on your own. I believe we all have the strength and knowledge inside of us, we just need a little help finding it, and we all need someone with whom we can express ourselves. Life challenges can bring us to a place where support from a neutral and caring professional can make a needed difference. Counseling can help you get to a place of recovery, peace and empowerment.
**I am doing telehealth and in person appointments. When you are faced with challenges, conflicts and loss, it can be difficult to overcome on your own. I believe we all have the strength and knowledge inside of us, we just need a little help finding it, and we all need someone with whom we can express ourselves. Life challenges can bring us to a place where support from a neutral and caring professional can make a needed difference. Counseling can help you get to a place of recovery, peace and empowerment.
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How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.