Therapists in Macomb County, MI

I am ready and willing to work with anyone who feels that they might need help regaining daily life functioning skills, coping with anxiety and depression, social and professional development, weight-loss coaching, parental coaching, and any other issues that may arise as we work together. The populations I served have primarily been older adolescents and young adults. Along with that, I have experience with children as young as nine years old and older adults. I have a strong interest in sports and performance psychology, but I am not limited to that particular practice area.

Using a person-centered approach, we will find meaning in your experiences. This will allow us to work toward personal growth by resolving issues that hinder you. The goal with this approach is to align your self-worth, self-image, and your ideal self. Using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I will challenge and guide you to reorganize irrational thoughts and beliefs into rational, realistic, life-enhancing thoughts and beliefs. We will together create goals that include unconditional acceptance of self by developing new cognitive and behavioral skills.

I have worked in mental health and substance abuse for the last 17 years. In mental health, I have worked as an ACT coordinator and case manager for people suffering with a chronic mental illness. I was the Director of Visions Clubhouse in Pontiac for 4 years. I opened Pontiac Children Services. We serviced teenage boys that were wards of the state and helped them re-integrate back to school, social groups, and employment. I also worked in the psychiatric hospital in Mt. Clemens for 10 years as a social worker and therapist.

Crystal is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years in the mental health field working with clients to improve life satisfaction. She specializes in treating adults and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, abuse, neglect, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, grief and loss, parenting support, and substance use disorders. Crystal has a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an advanced specialization in treating children and adolescents from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan.

Therapy It's Personal, is private pay. I accept insurance through Great Lakes Psycology group. I specialize in working with people who are overwhelmed by an obstacle preventing them from becoming their best self. This may be personal anxiety, identity, or depression. This may also be relationships, communication, or everyday stress. It is my belief that we are all on a unique journey, and each person needs individualized therapy that is tailored to help them. I do this by providing a safe space to share your personal story, while also providing acceptance, and understanding. I believe in providing a welcoming environment for all.

We are all unique, but the truth is, all of us face challenges and difficulties at different points in our lives. Some difficulties are painful and yet other difficulties seem more "chronic" and "just get in the way of us being the best we can be". Whatever the case is for you, my goal is to partner with you, listen to you, and work together to identify the best strategies and concrete tools for you, to get you where you want to be.

Depression can seem scary and lonely. Anxiety may prevent you from having new experiences. Your past trauma may be impacting your ability to trust others. It may be hard for you to convey your emotions or thoughts. My goal is to help individuals not fear past experiences and current emotional states but rather learn from them. Struggling with mental health can be isolating and I would like to provide you with a nonjudgmental, safe-space to help you overcome your struggles while learning tools to help you grow and heal. I also have experience helping couples to communicate more effectively and reestablish intimacy.

In this increasingly complex world in which we live, taking responsibility for our thoughts, actions, and interactions with others can be challenging. The ability to understand and "own" our choices can reveal the possibilities for making necessary and desired changes in our lives. I can help you understand and recognize those choices. We will take a look at all the factors that have influenced your life experiences to this point. Working together, we can set goals, develop strategies for changing negative thought patterns, and implement new behavioral skills, all within a Christian faith-based context.

Therapy is a deeply personal experience, and I believe it’s important for me to be just as genuine and open in our sessions as I am asking you to be. I don’t put on some professional persona. You’ll always get the real me, nerdiness, weird metaphors and all. And I want to get to know the real you. I will always use the name, pronouns, and labels that you prefer. The therapy I provide is practical and straightforward. I will work with you to develop your personal goals, and together we will accomplish them in a way that makes sense for you.

I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who is dedicated to helping clients navigate through life's challenges and achieve their personal goals. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. I enjoy working with clients that are eager for growth and personal development. With the power of the therapeutic relationship, we can work together to cultivate self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience so you can lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

My private practice includes work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of treatment needs. I strive to provide my clients safe and validating relationships to assist them in gaining insight, building on strengths, and developing coping skills to manage difficult thoughts, feelings, relationships, and life circumstances.

Andrea Motley, LMSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan. She has over 15 years of experience working with youth, adults, families & couples and conducting individual, outpatient groups who struggle with anxiety and depression. She practices from a mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral approach, with the aim of improving mental health outcomes. Andrea’s main goal for her patients includes reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, improving overall well-being. She is passionate about helping her patients achieve their goals & provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts & feelings.

Are you struggling? Have you been trying your hardest to manage and resolve the issues causing your struggle, but have had no success? You're not alone. I've been there myself. I have the personal and professional experience to assist you with, ceasing the struggle and live the life you desire. Come and visit with me. Let's talk and develop a plan together on how I can assist you in achieving life long healthy coping skills, so you don't have to struggle, anymore.

Accepting that anxiousness, depression, strained relationships, or substance use have gotten in the way of living the life you want can be overwhelming and finding the help you deserve can be challenging. As a therapist, it is my goal to provide a safe and open environment for you to feel empowered to overcome the struggles you are encountering. I work primarily with older adolescents and adults. You can expect me to use eclectic therapeutic techniques, specifically chosen for your needs.However, I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy.

Are you feeling stuck? Are you finding it more and more difficult to pull the pieces of your life together, on your own? If so, let’s partner together to get to the root of your concerns.

Sometimes we all need a little bit of assistance during our journey of personal discovery. It would be my honor to have the opportunity to view the world from your lens while together we work through life’s complexities. My passion lies in creating an empathetic and judgment free space in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment where you can share your personal experiences. We are the masters of our own lives. By utilizing humanistic and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, I aim to encourage personal growth and self discovery.

Somewhere in each of our stories, we share a narrative that talks about feelings of pain, loneliness, or misunderstanding. I provide counseling to couples, families, and individuals who seek support in navigating through relational problems and the challenging and transitional stages of life. I practice from a multicultural perspective that centers your feelings and stories in a safe, genuine space. I have experience in mentoring, working in diverse communities, and leading community organizing and engagement initiatives.

My therapeutic approach is to provide a collaborative, non-judgmental, systems oriented, strengths-based, and client centered environment. I believe that most people have the tools to achieve goals, succeed individually, and to resolve personal problems. However life can become overwhelming at times making it difficult to believe or perceive your potential to live an amazing healthy life. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, low self- esteem/confidence, and/or difficulty managing significant relationships I will help you identify the context in which these problems exist, learn healthier and more effective coping techniques.

I hold a master degree in social work from Wayne State University. I am passionate about my role and calling to provide Christian and Psychological counseling to children and adults. I am a calm and warm individual who is focused on treating the whole person. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and adults in the Detroit Metro area and suburbs.