Humanistic Therapists in Livonia, MI

Seeking mental health support can be daunting, but it is the second step in starting your mental health journey. The first step is knowing that you or someone you love may need extra support, and that is most definitely okay! It is okay to not be okay, and I will do my best to support and hold space for each individual in therapy. As a therapist, I strive to create the most welcoming, safe, and comfortable space for each individual. The space is yours to fill with whichever feelings, thoughts, words, or silence you or someone you love may need.

My goal is to focus on creating a supportive, understanding, and collaborative environment to aid my clients in developing and reaching their therapeutic goals. I have spent significant time with college-aged individuals helping to cope with the stress of life transitions, school, relationships, intrusive thoughts, and other anxieties of daily life. I also have experience with depression, trauma, grief, and building emotional regulation skills, and have a unique interest in aiding clients with sports related difficulties.

I strive to create a comfortable space of non-judgement with everyone I work with. As all clients are unique, I'll orient my approach to the kinds of activities I believe would be most beneficial and relatable to you. Therapeutic approaches I draw from include: Humanistic psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy. For those inclined, I can bring creative arts into our sessions to encourage reflection and healing. I am deeply committed to my work as a therapist, as I feel it brings the best of my skills together in the service of my clients. I'm an artist at heart, with background in music and the performing arts.

The most important factor in facilitating change is the client-therapist relationship. My role is to provide an atmosphere of unconditional positive regard without judgement. Each person has the capacity and desire for personal growth. B.S., Exercise Physiology, Eastern Michigan. M.A.T., Master's in the Art of Teaching, Biology, University of South Carolina, M.A., Professional Counseling, Siena Heights University. Currently, enrolled in PhD Counselor Education program at Wayne State University. Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist.

I believe the best therapy is built on a trusting therapeutic relationship and personalized based on your individual needs and life experiences. I specialize in working with women throughout their pregnancy, postpartum and parenting years. Whether you are struggling with past trauma, managing daily stressors and anxiety, setting boundaries in relationships, adjusting to life transitions or the shifting identities of parenthood- I am here to help.

I'm accepting NEW clients right now! WELCOME! I'm grateful you found your way here. I'm Suzanne and I'd like you to know that when we begin a therapeutic relationship, it is collaborative. My practice focuses on the woman's experience in our culture. By nurturing connections that can encourage recovery from chronic PTSD, trauma, sexual assault, generalized anxiety, depression, grief, loss general burnout, caretaking burnout, and hopelessness, you find your inner voice and learn to roar! Utilizing feminist theory, humanistic, and psychodynamic psychology we can discover where your struggles originate. Contact me now, Let's GO!

I have an individualized, empathetic, and interactive approach to psychotherapy. I work with clients in crisis, coping with previous or on-going trauma, and those simply looking for direction. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, sexual, emotional and/or physical abuse, LGBTQ+ issues, PTSD and complex/developmental trauma. My approach is a theoretical blend of psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, and client-centered.

I provide individual, couples, and family psychotherapy using a Humanistic and Client-centered approach, with an emphasis on short-term, solution focused treatment. I have an extensive background in the holistic health field and in the field of psychology, and find that many issues including stress, depression, anxiety, focusing-issues, relationship problems, and chronic pain/illness can be effectively worked through by creating a strong rapport and finding balance and harmony within oneself and one's environment.

George L. Vanderbossche is a Limited License Psychologist (LLP) with over 20 years experience working in community mental health and outpatient clinic settings. He provides specialized mental health services including assessment, treatment, psychological testing, consulting, and training services. George's specialty areas include: psychological testing, assessment and treatment of sexual addiction and sexual abuse. He was formally trained to work with sexual abuse in the Adolescent Sexual Abuser Program at The Children's Center in Detroit, Michigan where he worked closely and trained under Matthew Rosenberg, MSW, LMSW.

I have been practicing as a licensed master social worker for over 30 years. I have an MSW degree from the University of Michigan as well as a post-Master's Psychology Specialist Degree in Humanistic Psychology and Education from the Center for Humanistic Studies in Detroit (now MSPP). A life-long learner, I have completed trainings and/or certifications in several alternative healing modalities including Hypnotherapy(CHt); Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET); Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT); and PsychK . I am an open-minded therapist with the right balance of compassion, reality-check accountability and just a touch of magic.

I consider myself outgoing and optimistic, and I bring a very humanistic approach to my practice tailored to what my clients need. My professional interests include: working with the LGBTQIA+ community to become a better ally and providing resources for children, adolescents, and young adults who need help navigating through the challenges our world can bring. I want future clients to know that I am open to anyone from any background who walks through my office! I promise a judgement-free zone, complete with my empathetic and welcoming personality :)

Finding help during distress can feel overwhelming, but ultimately it is empowering. You are stronger than you think. The opportunities for real change are opened when there is humility and a deep desire to heal. Each client needs to work at their own pace and manner, but intent for growth is key. Reaching fulfillment through the realization of personal talent looks different for everyone, but it is an exciting process to witness, once a client is ready. I find joy witnessing growth take place over time and I continue to be amazed by the strength and resilience of the individuals I work with.

Is there a voice in your head telling you to “feel your feelings,” but you just don’t know where to start? Maybe peace is beginning to feel impossible, and you’ve been meaning to prioritize your well-being but taking the first step feels overwhelming. I am here to help you discover your inner strength so that we can courageously face the shadow of your struggles, together. Whether life’s stress, anxiety, trauma, self-image, or relationship issues are holding you back, I am here to help you move forward by walking alongside you on your healing journey.

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.

I am a Limited Licensed Counselor, and I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Central Michigan University. I have experience providing counseling services to adolescents and adults with struggles related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, and life transitions. As a person-centered and solution-focused counselor, we will work together to identify pathways to the life you want to live. Using a strength-based perspective, we can find what works best for you.

I specialize in insight-oriented therapy that focuses on coping skills, relational patterns, client strengths, and supportive reflection. My areas of expertise include relational problems, divorce, anxiety, depression, gifted adults/adolescents, trauma, sexual assault, abuse, and coping with chronic disease. I enjoy developing working relationships with my clients that allow them to explore their lives and develop new insights that lead to positive growth and change.

**Now accepting new clients in person/teletherapy** It's a stressful time in Michigan right now. Coping with change and uncertainty is hard for everyone, and we've had to deal with a lot of it the last year and a half. You do not have to go through this stressful time alone. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression and trauma learn to cope, overcome and thrive, even during a pandemic.

So you’ve decided to dive into the world of therapy. Maybe you and your partner are having communication issues. Maybe your child is experiencing social anxiety at school. Or maybe your family is having a hard time understanding one another. Whatever the reason that brought you here, I hope that by the time you finish reading you will feel comfortable with taking me on this journey with you. My goal is to provide a safe space led with compassion and unconditional positive regard. I am passionate about looking through a systemic lens to cultivate change within individuals. We are a product of our environment, after all.

I believe our emotional well-being and mental health is just as important as breathing! Thank you for considering working with me. I am a Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping adults and older adults cope with and adapt to loss and life changes. I have experience with grief therapy, anxiety, depression, life transitions, coping skills, Alzheimer’s/Dementia certification and parenting challenges. If you are looking to build a trusting therapeutic relationship and have a compassionate and non-judgmental place to heal, then I will be a good fit for you.