Child Therapists in Livonia, MI

“See the light in others and treat them as if that is all you see.” – Wayne Dyer. My name is Caryn A. McCarthy Epps, and the above quotation from one of my counseling mentors best describes my commitment to counseling and service to others, and is a representation of the proud educator and therapist that I am today. I work with students and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depressions, ADHD and other behavioral, social, and emotional impairments to help them achieve serenity in their lives.

The Michigan School Psychological Clinic offers high-quality, low-cost mental health services based on our clients’ ability to pay. Fees range from $5-$35; the cost of psychological testing and assessment ranges from $350-$450, depending on complexity. Insurance is not accepted for psychotherapy services. We also offer early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Treatment for ABA services is overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The following insurance is accepted FOR ABA SERVICES ONLY: Blue Cross Blue Shield, BCN, HAP, and United Health.

I specialize in children, adolescents and adults. Experienced with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD and adjustment disorders. My ideal client is open to the possibility that therapy can bring change, hope that life can get better and trust that I can provide a safe and respectful space to process the challenges and vulnerabilities life brings.

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.

Are you tired of anxiety, anger, sadness, shame, or guilt taking control of your life? Would you like to develop a better relationship with painful thoughts and emotions, and make lasting behavior changes that bring meaning and purpose in your life? If you are feeling overwhelmed with school, work, or parental demands, experiencing strain in peer or family relationships, you no longer find satisfaction in things you once enjoyed, or if over-thinking and worry are interfering with your ability to make decisions and achieve your goals, I am here to help!

Clients who are anxious and depressed and want to work on facing and reducing their symptoms and behavioral tendencies usually find the most benefits from my work with them. Children, teens and adults are all welcome and we start where the most pain is identified as preventing happiness. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy are most often utilized.

Welcome! Transformational Choices provides mental health counseling for individuals, groups, families, children, and offers relationship, couples, and marriage therapies. We welcome all. We welcome you! We are committed to providing the best professional services by working with our clients and developing and implementing the most effective and customized life enhancing change plans, through the promotion of learning and personal growth.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological testing services to adults, adolescents, children, and couples. I have a special interest in working with mood disorders, anxiety/trauma/stress disorders, adjustment issues, ADHD, behavioral/school issues, learning disabilities, family conflict, race/gender issues, grief/loss therapy, abuse, domestic violence, custody/forensic issues, psychosis, and marital/couples issues. I also perform return to work and custody evaluations

Searching for the right therapist can be difficult. You may wonder if the therapist you choose will be able to help with the problem you are facing. When they first come to see us, worries or getting stuck in their thoughts take up a lot of space in our clients’ day. They feel like they have to hide behind a smile and pretend everything is okay. We help people let go of self doubt and build a life they are excited to show up for. At Create Space Therapy we see each client as more than the symptoms they come to therapy with. We care about getting to the root of the problem and understanding your full experience.

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker; a Palestinian American therapist based out of Washtenaw County. If you have come across this page, then you’re in the right place. I have a long history of working with people with severe mental health issues and I’m state certified in trauma work. I have helped people from many different backgrounds and ethnicities. I approach all my clients with compassion and free of judgment. Whether you have a history of mental health or life has thrown you a curveball, I can be your guide in this journey we call life.

Do you or your child struggle with organization, gathering your thoughts, and overall slowing things down a bit? Have you or your child been told that you have "so much potential" and yet you cannot seem to keep your focus in check to tap into it? Now more than ever, people with ADHD are feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated by how to take charge of their households, relationships, schooling, and careers.

When developing a counseling relationship my clients, I often take time to get to know them and focus on what is important to them. As we journey together we often discover the root of their concerns which eventually leads to true and lasting healing.

As a therapist I hope to create a safe and nurturing environment that will facilitate healing and growth. My areas of specialty include interpersonal therapy, adolescence, depression and anxiety, parenting, grief counseling, crisis intervention, and time management skills.

The time we live in today is increasingly stressful and complex for young people and families who are grappling with post-pandemic fears and health issues, in addition to complex family histories, relationships, identity issues, social media pressures and educational expectations. Many feel stuck, anxious and/or depressed, which comes out in their behavior. As the young person or their caregiver, you are understandably concerned. You want to learn why this is happening and how to make the hardship ‘go away’. Mental health is not just in the mind, but a function of the body, spirit, social influence and environment as well.

Childhood, adolescence, and adulthood are filled with so many different experiences, with everyone’s being unique. Some may come across smaller obstacles throughout their lifetime, whereas others may encounter obstacles that seem too big to overcome on their own. These obstacles that we encounter can come in many different forms, but it is when we cannot overcome them on our own that psychotherapy can equip us with skills to help.

Whatever experiences you have had, and however these experiences have impacted you today, I believe that you have the ability to overcome and live your best life, whatever you have faced. Your experiences have shaped the way you view yourself, others, and the world around you — and you know yourself better than anyone else. My goal in our work together is to help you access your own strength, supporting you in your healing, as you work toward achieving a life you want to live.

We all have the capacity for emotional healing. My role is to help each client overcome their own barriers and foster their own path to inner healing. As both a young girl and woman, I experienced my own emotional struggles and I know what it is like to feel hopeless and lost. Connection and feeling safe in therapy is vital before any changes can occur. Ensuring that clients feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings is my first priority. Treatment is tailored to each individual client. Therefore, I will use varied approaches until we find your best fit.

I provide counseling services, assessments and evaluations to individuals adults and adolescents. My goal is to empower the individual in counseling that will facilitate problem resolution and behavior change.

My focus is on an individuals needs and goals for the future. I am motivated to help one make effective changes for their future while resolving the past by working on the present. I am optimistic that we can work together in order to find an appropriate and effective approach to your current goals.