Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Mattawan, MI

I have been practicing clinical social work with children, adults and adolescents for twenty-five years. I strive to provide treatment that is supportive, accepting and one that encourages each individual's unique personal exploration and growth. I use a relaxed, interactive and educational approach to treating depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and recovery, co-occurring disorders, parenting/family support and adjustment to life transitions.

Each of us has our own learned ways of coping or dealing with stressors, however sometimes the stress can become so overwhelming that we are no longer effective with our methods. This is a time when we should reach out for extra support to get things back on track. I would be honored to help you “regroup”, “refocus on priorities” and “set attainable goals”. My therapeutic approach is primarily both strength-based and interpersonal. I will meet you where you are on this path to wellness and help guide you in the direction you want to be. Start your journey today.

Finding someone to trust and confide in with life's demands can be challenging. To put yourself out there and say, "Here are my problems," can be intimidating and scary. It is my hope to create an environment where you will feel safe, free from judgement, and better prepared to explore and improve your life. My goal is to help you on your journey to self discovery, growth and happiness. You are your greatest teacher and together my hope is for us to achieve your greatest potential. I am open to working with clients of all ages, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations.

Has your adolescent been experiencing overwhelming sadness? Does your teen feel worried a lot? Are these worries negatively impacting your child's relationships and academic performance? Have recent or ongoing stressors decreased your child's ability to cope with or adjust to change? You want hope and healing for your child so they can feel normal again. You want your teen to find relief from the constant worrying. You want your child to be successful at adapting to change. You have found the place your child needs to be to improve their life.

As a prior military police officer, I recognize that we are all fighting a battle against something in life, and we can only use the tools we have gathered through our experiences. Unless someone comes alongside us, we cannot learn new things and grow into better champions for ourselves. My approach to therapy is rooted in relationships but is also very direct and focused. I use a combination of modalities with the goal of providing brief therapeutic interventions to help clients get back on track in their marriages, families, or individual lives.

Therapy is hard. My job is to make you feel confident with your decision to reach out for help while guiding you through your own personal growth and healing. Healing from trauma will be the hardest and most worthwhile decision of your life, and you do not have to go through it alone. I offer individual therapy for adolescents and adults in a LGBTQ+ open and affirming practice. Please reach out if you would like to connect about the therapy process.

As long as you have breath in your body, there will always be a need to talk to someone about life. What if we told you there is a difference between talking to someone and sharing your life experiences? As your therapist, it is important to express yourself in the best way you know how. It’s important that your decisions are respected in a safe space, so you feel comfortable, healthy and happy. It is our goal to empower you to engage in healthy behaviors through challenging alternative thoughts to increase your capability to recover from difficulties. we are in this with you. We celebrate your joys and process tough times with you.

Taking the first step towards therapy is a courageous choice. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or facing the challenges of trauma and substance use, I am here to help you find clarity and create positive change in your life. Together, we will explore your inner world, build resilience, and work towards the positive changes you seek in your life.

Life is full of challenges! Some of those tests and trials we may need help with. It takes courage to reach out for help whether for ourselves or for our children. Having experienced such things in my own life, it is my desire to use my experience and training to support your courageous journey! My goal is to meet each person where they are, and together we decide the path to follow. I believe we are all beautiful, capable people full of tremendous potential. I endeavor to come alongside everyone I work with as they discover more of their strengths, abilities and personal greatness.

Therapy is a great journey to start out on and I am glad you are taking this first step. It is not one you'll regret. My first goal as a therapist is to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable. I use a strengths based approach and create a framework that makes it easy for you to create goals and a path so you'll know when you make them. To me it is crucial that the patient is a member of the care team. If you're struggling with Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, BiPolar, Panic Attacks, Trauma, Problem Behaviors I may be a good fit assist you.

Making the choice to reach out for therapeutic support is courageous. Whether you are hoping to heal from trauma, strengthen your relationships, or gain new strategies for navigating life, participating in therapy is brave. You are taking the first steps to find a therapist that is a good fit for you and that is wonderful!

You have the ability to activate the change you seek. Like a river, your journey through life can at times be bumpy, going over several rocks, sticks and stones. It can overflow with excessive rainfall or dry up with no moisture. It can be shallow or deep. I believe in times of darkness the light is found within. Counseling can help you find peace inside yourself so that your river may never stop flowing. The counseling process is unique to every individual and is designed to encourage maximum growth within a supportive environment. Together we will identify goals and potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil.

Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Your past decisions weigh on you and stop you from moving forward, to a place of peace and growth. Your past does not determine your future, each day is a new opportunity to start fresh. You may doubt who you are or what you want out of life, but you are the keeper of your story and do have power over your future. Your journey to finding the best life possible begins when you decide to make the change. I consider it an honor to walk down the path of exploration with you. No journey is too big or small, I believe in honoring all of life’s moments with my clients in a nonjudgmental environment.