LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Madison Heights, MI
Jasper H Wurster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MAAT, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Online Only)
Several of my lived identities help clients feel connected during our work, such as: transgender, nonbinary, first gen biracial Asian, queer, Autistic/neurodivergent, ADHDer, birthing parent.
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, or not like "yourself"? I'm here to help you find peace of mind, freedom, & personal relief to take charge of your life. I'm an Integrative Internal Family Systems counselor & Adlerian art therapist, with 12+ years of experience, who excels in addressing mood shifts, anxiety, work-life balance, grief, & trauma. I listen with an insightful, patient disposition and an engaging, compassionate heart when we talk about your values, identities, and challenges. Together, we approach obstacles to discover new solutions & apply intuitive skill sets, gaining newfound confidence, authenticity, & wholeness.
Several of my lived identities help clients feel connected during our work, such as: transgender, nonbinary, first gen biracial Asian, queer, Autistic/neurodivergent, ADHDer, birthing parent.
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, or not like "yourself"? I'm here to help you find peace of mind, freedom, & personal relief to take charge of your life. I'm an Integrative Internal Family Systems counselor & Adlerian art therapist, with 12+ years of experience, who excels in addressing mood shifts, anxiety, work-life balance, grief, & trauma. I listen with an insightful, patient disposition and an engaging, compassionate heart when we talk about your values, identities, and challenges. Together, we approach obstacles to discover new solutions & apply intuitive skill sets, gaining newfound confidence, authenticity, & wholeness.
Sharon K Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
There are times in our lives when we all need special support. It may be due to a crisis--a major loss, a critical incident, a communication breakdown. Or, it may be more an experience in our everyday life--too much stress, a loss of focus or direction, a sense of being unfulfilled. No matter if the cause is extraordinary or ordinary, the result is that we sense that we have tapped out our own resources. It is time to reach out and find someone who has the insight and experience to offer guidance and support.
There are times in our lives when we all need special support. It may be due to a crisis--a major loss, a critical incident, a communication breakdown. Or, it may be more an experience in our everyday life--too much stress, a loss of focus or direction, a sense of being unfulfilled. No matter if the cause is extraordinary or ordinary, the result is that we sense that we have tapped out our own resources. It is time to reach out and find someone who has the insight and experience to offer guidance and support.
You may be wondering what a counseling experience feels like. Let's begin by picturing counseling as a "walking alongside" relationship during a painful, conflicted, or confused time. As we begin talking together, your concerns, and your desires for counseling will lay the foundation for clarifying your goals for therapy. Often, a creative plan for removing obstacles in the way helps us get unstuck and moving forward quite naturally.
You may be wondering what a counseling experience feels like. Let's begin by picturing counseling as a "walking alongside" relationship during a painful, conflicted, or confused time. As we begin talking together, your concerns, and your desires for counseling will lay the foundation for clarifying your goals for therapy. Often, a creative plan for removing obstacles in the way helps us get unstuck and moving forward quite naturally.
Elizabeth Rummel
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
In-Person Appointments Available! My goals are your goals. With me you can expect 'You-Centered Care' no matter what concerns you bring with you. I am a guide; together we will create a plan and start your journey. After 20 years in the mental health field, I have helped equip others to think, feel, and work their way through their struggles to find better living. You will use the strengths you have always had and discover new ones.
In-Person Appointments Available! My goals are your goals. With me you can expect 'You-Centered Care' no matter what concerns you bring with you. I am a guide; together we will create a plan and start your journey. After 20 years in the mental health field, I have helped equip others to think, feel, and work their way through their struggles to find better living. You will use the strengths you have always had and discover new ones.
Are you feeling like you don't belong? Have you been struggling to feel connected to yourself and the people around you? Are you caught up in thoughts of the past or worries about the future? It can feel hopeless to go through life questioning your worth and wondering whether you will ever find relief. I can assist you with feeling comfortable in your own skin again. We can work together to better understand your thoughts and feelings in a way that empowers you and gives you hope. You can start to believe that you do matter and that you have something to offer this world and the people around you.
Are you feeling like you don't belong? Have you been struggling to feel connected to yourself and the people around you? Are you caught up in thoughts of the past or worries about the future? It can feel hopeless to go through life questioning your worth and wondering whether you will ever find relief. I can assist you with feeling comfortable in your own skin again. We can work together to better understand your thoughts and feelings in a way that empowers you and gives you hope. You can start to believe that you do matter and that you have something to offer this world and the people around you.
Life has it's ups and downs, stress, and challenges for all of us. Sometimes we need a neutral person to help us sort through our thoughts and feelings and identify our true needs, desires, and goals. When we have support and an increased insight into ourselves and others, we are better equipped to face even the most difficult challenges.
Life has it's ups and downs, stress, and challenges for all of us. Sometimes we need a neutral person to help us sort through our thoughts and feelings and identify our true needs, desires, and goals. When we have support and an increased insight into ourselves and others, we are better equipped to face even the most difficult challenges.
Hi, I am Tiffani and I am dedicated to supporting families, parents, and young children through a psychodynamic approach. I specialize in infant mental health, attachment theory, and pre- and post-partum support, guiding clients through their parenting journey and exploring how early relationships influence our present and future. My approach centers on understanding the impact of early parenting experiences on current relationships and parenting styles. I work closely with families to strengthen the bond between parent and child and support clients in navigating and making sense of their emotions and actions.
Hi, I am Tiffani and I am dedicated to supporting families, parents, and young children through a psychodynamic approach. I specialize in infant mental health, attachment theory, and pre- and post-partum support, guiding clients through their parenting journey and exploring how early relationships influence our present and future. My approach centers on understanding the impact of early parenting experiences on current relationships and parenting styles. I work closely with families to strengthen the bond between parent and child and support clients in navigating and making sense of their emotions and actions.
Josephine L. Parrish Leftwich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
I provide counseling for clients experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, social impairment, and academic difficulty. I provide psychological assessments for those undergoing bariatric (weight loss) surgery, spinal cord stimulator implants for pain management, and other medical procedures.
I provide counseling for clients experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, social impairment, and academic difficulty. I provide psychological assessments for those undergoing bariatric (weight loss) surgery, spinal cord stimulator implants for pain management, and other medical procedures.
Hello, my name is Diamond! I am a Clinical therapist with 4+ years of experience providing therapeutic interventions for mental illness, substance abuse and behavioral health for high-end need clients. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration from University of Phoenix and my Master’s degree in Social work from University of Southern California. Since then I have worked in various clinical settings and in clients homes for optimal growth and change.
Hello, my name is Diamond! I am a Clinical therapist with 4+ years of experience providing therapeutic interventions for mental illness, substance abuse and behavioral health for high-end need clients. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration from University of Phoenix and my Master’s degree in Social work from University of Southern California. Since then I have worked in various clinical settings and in clients homes for optimal growth and change.
Carla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Online Only)
I have 18 plus years of experience working with SUD, co-occurring disorders, mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, and life coaching. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient services. I specialize in person centered counseling.
I have 18 plus years of experience working with SUD, co-occurring disorders, mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, and life coaching. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient services. I specialize in person centered counseling.
Emilio Delgado
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CTRS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Over the course of a lifetime, everyone needs help. Seeking help is often difficult because of the unrealistic cultural expectation for self-reliance. It is strength, not weakness, that allows one to seek help in times of confusion or distress. Working together, I will help you find the perspectives, that will allow you to overcome the barriers and struggles that keep you from being the self you want to be. I work with adults, adolescents, and families using evidence-based treatments that provide a safe non-judgmental therapeutic experience, and a focus on increasing access to the resources that help you enjoy your life.
Over the course of a lifetime, everyone needs help. Seeking help is often difficult because of the unrealistic cultural expectation for self-reliance. It is strength, not weakness, that allows one to seek help in times of confusion or distress. Working together, I will help you find the perspectives, that will allow you to overcome the barriers and struggles that keep you from being the self you want to be. I work with adults, adolescents, and families using evidence-based treatments that provide a safe non-judgmental therapeutic experience, and a focus on increasing access to the resources that help you enjoy your life.
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Novum Counseling
You're here because maybe you've experienced trauma and struggle to adjust to how its changed you, or lost someone close to you and feel alone in your grief. Maybe your depression and anxiety are overwhelming and it's tough getting through your day. In any case, you need help finding the insight needed to invite effective change into your life. As a counselor, I strive for a collaborative relationship, which promotes open communication and authenticity to meet your goals. By welcoming clients into an environment that facilitates insight and growth, they can establish practices that promote better well-being.
You're here because maybe you've experienced trauma and struggle to adjust to how its changed you, or lost someone close to you and feel alone in your grief. Maybe your depression and anxiety are overwhelming and it's tough getting through your day. In any case, you need help finding the insight needed to invite effective change into your life. As a counselor, I strive for a collaborative relationship, which promotes open communication and authenticity to meet your goals. By welcoming clients into an environment that facilitates insight and growth, they can establish practices that promote better well-being.
Kaela Wright
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Clients who have an interest in understanding the underlying dynamics of their feelings and how they translate to behaviors, often find our work together to be a good fit. Gradually, we work together to help you get comfortable as you consider authentic trust and honesty in session, even when topics might be awkward or deeply personal. Therapy feels and works best when a client is open to emotional discomfort, as well as open to the revelation that can come as we work together to explore their inner world with courage and curiosity.
Clients who have an interest in understanding the underlying dynamics of their feelings and how they translate to behaviors, often find our work together to be a good fit. Gradually, we work together to help you get comfortable as you consider authentic trust and honesty in session, even when topics might be awkward or deeply personal. Therapy feels and works best when a client is open to emotional discomfort, as well as open to the revelation that can come as we work together to explore their inner world with courage and curiosity.
When you’re experiencing ongoing stress and exhaustion, your body starts to say “hey, take care of me” in many subtle ways. Oftentimes, we worry taking care of ourselves would be a loss of connection elsewhere. The truth is, repressed trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or other emotions can build tension within your life. In my practice, I help you process your current experiences and find the tools to support your mental health. As a trauma-aware therapist, I am confident to work alongside your journey! We will focus on a healing-perspective and keep your hopes for what you would like to achieve as our goal.
When you’re experiencing ongoing stress and exhaustion, your body starts to say “hey, take care of me” in many subtle ways. Oftentimes, we worry taking care of ourselves would be a loss of connection elsewhere. The truth is, repressed trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or other emotions can build tension within your life. In my practice, I help you process your current experiences and find the tools to support your mental health. As a trauma-aware therapist, I am confident to work alongside your journey! We will focus on a healing-perspective and keep your hopes for what you would like to achieve as our goal.
Our founder was selected prestigiously as a University of Michigan field faculty instructor. We are a Mental Health Therapy office. Our founder has a Master's Degree from the number one school in clinical social work in the United States of America; the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and was clinically trained as a social worker psychotherapist by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System, where she also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues and continue to work with communities and groups of diverse backgrounds.
Our founder was selected prestigiously as a University of Michigan field faculty instructor. We are a Mental Health Therapy office. Our founder has a Master's Degree from the number one school in clinical social work in the United States of America; the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and was clinically trained as a social worker psychotherapist by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System, where she also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues and continue to work with communities and groups of diverse backgrounds.
Sarina Grewe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Alisa M Hilewsky
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Not accepting new clients
I believe that therapy is a cooperative process that requires a strong, safe, trusting relationship between a client and a therapist. I provide a warm, comfortable, and accepting environment in which one can explore a wide range of issues and concerns without the fear of judgment or reproach. I believe that therapy is an important tool for lasting change and, to be most helpful, it should be tailored to a client's individual needs. The ideal client is one who is interested in self-exploration, the possibility of change, and the time neccessary to achieve both.
I believe that therapy is a cooperative process that requires a strong, safe, trusting relationship between a client and a therapist. I provide a warm, comfortable, and accepting environment in which one can explore a wide range of issues and concerns without the fear of judgment or reproach. I believe that therapy is an important tool for lasting change and, to be most helpful, it should be tailored to a client's individual needs. The ideal client is one who is interested in self-exploration, the possibility of change, and the time neccessary to achieve both.
Rita H Astzian
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MI, MCAP
Verified Verified
Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Trilingual counselor specializing in mental health, addiction, co-occurring, multicultural and other issues. Populations served include: adults, adolescents, couples, families. Court-referrals and driver's license evaluations. Medically-assisted treatment.
Trilingual counselor specializing in mental health, addiction, co-occurring, multicultural and other issues. Populations served include: adults, adolescents, couples, families. Court-referrals and driver's license evaluations. Medically-assisted treatment.
Novum Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Not accepting new clients
What does your new beginning look like? Together we will realize your goals and reflect on your personal growth journey. We will identify triggers which limit your progress and lead to negative self-talk and other cognitive distortions that lead to anxiety and depression. We will develop coping strategies that will help root you in the present, practice better self-care, and help to establish healthier boundaries in your life.
What does your new beginning look like? Together we will realize your goals and reflect on your personal growth journey. We will identify triggers which limit your progress and lead to negative self-talk and other cognitive distortions that lead to anxiety and depression. We will develop coping strategies that will help root you in the present, practice better self-care, and help to establish healthier boundaries in your life.
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I specialize in neurodivergent, queer and other marginalized individuals. People with different neurotypes, including plurality/DID and especially ADHD and autism, trying to better adapt to an inaccessible world are a good fit. Queer clients are a good fit whether trying to address issues like anxiety, depression and trauma or if they're trying to figure out their identity. Polyamorous clients are also well-suited.
I specialize in neurodivergent, queer and other marginalized individuals. People with different neurotypes, including plurality/DID and especially ADHD and autism, trying to better adapt to an inaccessible world are a good fit. Queer clients are a good fit whether trying to address issues like anxiety, depression and trauma or if they're trying to figure out their identity. Polyamorous clients are also well-suited.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.