EMDR Therapists in Novi, MI
Lauren England
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Novi, MI 48377 (Online Only)
I am also a trained EMDR therapist and have a passion for helping individuals who are dealing with trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, hopeless, and you don't know where to turn? Maybe you've been isolating yourself from your friends and family. You feel so alone and like nobody truly understands. Maybe it's hard to get out of bed in the morning and being happy seems impossible. You want to feel like yourself again and like you have a direction in life. You're sick of being held back by trauma you've experienced, and you want to move forward. Imagine waking up and enjoying the things you once enjoyed, looking forward to spending time with friends, finding meaning in life, and truly being happy.
I am also a trained EMDR therapist and have a passion for helping individuals who are dealing with trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, hopeless, and you don't know where to turn? Maybe you've been isolating yourself from your friends and family. You feel so alone and like nobody truly understands. Maybe it's hard to get out of bed in the morning and being happy seems impossible. You want to feel like yourself again and like you have a direction in life. You're sick of being held back by trauma you've experienced, and you want to move forward. Imagine waking up and enjoying the things you once enjoyed, looking forward to spending time with friends, finding meaning in life, and truly being happy.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Novi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Novi, MI 48375
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I specialize in trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, and mind/body work.
Are you having a hard time coping with a loss or traumatic experience? Is your anxiety or depression disrupting your work or school, relationships, or free time? Are you feeling like a failure as a parent, partner, or professional? Wherever you are in your healing journey or phase in your life, you do not have to do it alone. Trauma can impact us far into adulthood & we often don't realize the connection to our current thoughts & emotions. Although you may be feeling hopeless about your future, working with a trusted, empathetic therapist can increase your sense of safety and motivation & help you to achieve your goals!
I specialize in trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, and mind/body work.
Are you having a hard time coping with a loss or traumatic experience? Is your anxiety or depression disrupting your work or school, relationships, or free time? Are you feeling like a failure as a parent, partner, or professional? Wherever you are in your healing journey or phase in your life, you do not have to do it alone. Trauma can impact us far into adulthood & we often don't realize the connection to our current thoughts & emotions. Although you may be feeling hopeless about your future, working with a trusted, empathetic therapist can increase your sense of safety and motivation & help you to achieve your goals!
I am an EMDR trained therapist.
If you are reading this, I hope you allow yourself to feel a sense of accomplishment. You have taken the first step to address your mental health needs. The next step is to choose a therapist with whom you can connect. My person-centered approach calls for a focus on the therapeutic relationship. Once we develop a trusting relationship, you will feel safe enough to share your vulnerability with me. Let me join you on your path to wellness.
I am an EMDR trained therapist.
If you are reading this, I hope you allow yourself to feel a sense of accomplishment. You have taken the first step to address your mental health needs. The next step is to choose a therapist with whom you can connect. My person-centered approach calls for a focus on the therapeutic relationship. Once we develop a trusting relationship, you will feel safe enough to share your vulnerability with me. Let me join you on your path to wellness.
I am trained in an effective type of treatment called EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to treat trauma.
Welcome to the road to recovery! Recognizing the need to seek out assistance for your mental health and wellbeing is the first step of the journey. Life can become stressful and overwhelming at times and we often don't know where to turn. Confusion and uncertainty takes over and our sense of worth and value are shaken. The inability to cope with stress can lead to anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and other symptoms that can negatively impact your relationships. Experiencing childhood adversity or trauma at any age can also leave us on unstable ground
I am trained in an effective type of treatment called EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to treat trauma.
Welcome to the road to recovery! Recognizing the need to seek out assistance for your mental health and wellbeing is the first step of the journey. Life can become stressful and overwhelming at times and we often don't know where to turn. Confusion and uncertainty takes over and our sense of worth and value are shaken. The inability to cope with stress can lead to anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and other symptoms that can negatively impact your relationships. Experiencing childhood adversity or trauma at any age can also leave us on unstable ground
EMDRを利用してトラウマ治療も致します。現在、ミシガン州とフロリダ州に在住の方々へのカウンセリングを提供出来る免許を所有しております。全ての診療はビデオセッションでの対応となっております。尚、ウェルネスインスティテュートの方では新しいクライアント様を現在お受けしておりませんのでカウンセリングご希望でしたら直接上記のリンクにてEメールでご相談ください。.
I am most passionate to serve clients with a wide variety of mental health challenges who are "lost", "stuck", or simply want someone to listen to their issues and understand. While all of my post-secondary education and most of my life have been in the US, I was born and raised in Japan, lived in China for 2 years, and worked in a multi-cultural global corporation for many years, all of which equipped me to work with culturally and age diverse clients.
EMDRを利用してトラウマ治療も致します。現在、ミシガン州とフロリダ州に在住の方々へのカウンセリングを提供出来る免許を所有しております。全ての診療はビデオセッションでの対応となっております。尚、ウェルネスインスティテュートの方では新しいクライアント様を現在お受けしておりませんのでカウンセリングご希望でしたら直接上記のリンクにてEメールでご相談ください。.
I am most passionate to serve clients with a wide variety of mental health challenges who are "lost", "stuck", or simply want someone to listen to their issues and understand. While all of my post-secondary education and most of my life have been in the US, I was born and raised in Japan, lived in China for 2 years, and worked in a multi-cultural global corporation for many years, all of which equipped me to work with culturally and age diverse clients.
April Mendyka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Novi, MI 48375 (Online Only)
I'm committed to making quality care accessible for you by offering telehealth throughout Michigan, including virtual EMDR & IFS.
You're the woman who seems to have it all together on the outside- you’re successful, hardworking, and dependable, but on the inside you feel differently. You're your own worst critic and relentlessly beat yourself up for making mistakes. Your perfectionism is self-destructive, but you can't seem to stop. You feel unworthy of love, and your relationships are suffering. You say "yes" to everyone around you and feel resentful, ashamed, and guilty. You feel like you’re floating through life rather than being present and grounded. You're desperate to get to the root of your issues because it's exhausting and frustrating living this way.
I'm committed to making quality care accessible for you by offering telehealth throughout Michigan, including virtual EMDR & IFS.
You're the woman who seems to have it all together on the outside- you’re successful, hardworking, and dependable, but on the inside you feel differently. You're your own worst critic and relentlessly beat yourself up for making mistakes. Your perfectionism is self-destructive, but you can't seem to stop. You feel unworthy of love, and your relationships are suffering. You say "yes" to everyone around you and feel resentful, ashamed, and guilty. You feel like you’re floating through life rather than being present and grounded. You're desperate to get to the root of your issues because it's exhausting and frustrating living this way.
I am a practicing clinical social worker who prides herself in an ability to foster meaningful connections and a safe, supportive environment. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ identities, trauma-informed care, addiction, ADHD, as well as depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I have a masters in social work from Wayne State University and licensed by the state of Michigan. I have a certifications in EMDR, motivational interviewing, SMART recovery, and crisis intervention. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in overcoming the challenges they are facing and join them on their journey to become the best version of themself.
I am a practicing clinical social worker who prides herself in an ability to foster meaningful connections and a safe, supportive environment. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ identities, trauma-informed care, addiction, ADHD, as well as depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I have a masters in social work from Wayne State University and licensed by the state of Michigan. I have a certifications in EMDR, motivational interviewing, SMART recovery, and crisis intervention. My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in overcoming the challenges they are facing and join them on their journey to become the best version of themself.
Proven approaches that I use include CBT, ACT, EMDR, and many others.
Revive Your Love for Living . . . Emotional pain can take a big toll on people's lives. Constant arguing or lack of communication with loved ones can be a culprit. And so can unwanted change. Or mental conditions of many kinds. Whatever the cause of your suffering, it can drain your motivation and energy. It can make you feel stuck. It can ruin cherished relationships. My professional life is dedicated to rapidly and effectively helping people make a U-turn in these experiences. To help you see and move toward the bright potential in your future.
Proven approaches that I use include CBT, ACT, EMDR, and many others.
Revive Your Love for Living . . . Emotional pain can take a big toll on people's lives. Constant arguing or lack of communication with loved ones can be a culprit. And so can unwanted change. Or mental conditions of many kinds. Whatever the cause of your suffering, it can drain your motivation and energy. It can make you feel stuck. It can ruin cherished relationships. My professional life is dedicated to rapidly and effectively helping people make a U-turn in these experiences. To help you see and move toward the bright potential in your future.
Lynn Turk: The Therapist Is In Plc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Novi, MI 48375
Waitlist for new clients
Many clients find relief by neutralizing emotions through EMDR, a proven, simple, painless technique that works quickly to bring healing.
So many therapists, how do you choose? I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions, but I also have wisdom from life challenges that I have managed. My clients comment that I'm relaxed and easy to talk to, and I ask thought provoking questions that help them to think through their issues without being too passive or directive. I can help you understand the deep beliefs you hold and the defenses you use to protect yourself, though they can end up hurting you or others. Also have experience working with health care providers who are coping with stressors on and off job.
Many clients find relief by neutralizing emotions through EMDR, a proven, simple, painless technique that works quickly to bring healing.
So many therapists, how do you choose? I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions, but I also have wisdom from life challenges that I have managed. My clients comment that I'm relaxed and easy to talk to, and I ask thought provoking questions that help them to think through their issues without being too passive or directive. I can help you understand the deep beliefs you hold and the defenses you use to protect yourself, though they can end up hurting you or others. Also have experience working with health care providers who are coping with stressors on and off job.
Lindsay Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48375
I use a holistic approach and techniques from CBT, ACT, and EMDR to help you reach your desired goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burned out, struggling to juggle your responsibilities? It’s easy to pour so much into caring for others that you lose sight of your own needs. You might find that the coping strategies that once served you well no longer seem effective. Various stressors—such as parenting, relationship challenges, and past trauma—can contribute to these feelings of overwhelm. Therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore these pressures and expectations, helping you uncover new tools and strategies to cope. Together, we can work towards restoring your sense of self and well-being.
I use a holistic approach and techniques from CBT, ACT, and EMDR to help you reach your desired goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burned out, struggling to juggle your responsibilities? It’s easy to pour so much into caring for others that you lose sight of your own needs. You might find that the coping strategies that once served you well no longer seem effective. Various stressors—such as parenting, relationship challenges, and past trauma—can contribute to these feelings of overwhelm. Therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore these pressures and expectations, helping you uncover new tools and strategies to cope. Together, we can work towards restoring your sense of self and well-being.
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With over 20 years of experience in working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, I can offer support towards healing and transformation using EMDR, CBT and mindfulness techniques.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings or trauma? Do you long to break free from the chains that hold you back from living a fulfilling and vibrant life? Don't let these challenges define you any longer. Imagine living a life free from the shackles of mood swings, anxiety, and trauma. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey towards healing and empowerment, I'd love to work with you to guide you on the journey. Now is the time to invest in yourself and take the first step towards healing. Contact me to schedule a free confidential consultation.
With over 20 years of experience in working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, I can offer support towards healing and transformation using EMDR, CBT and mindfulness techniques.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings or trauma? Do you long to break free from the chains that hold you back from living a fulfilling and vibrant life? Don't let these challenges define you any longer. Imagine living a life free from the shackles of mood swings, anxiety, and trauma. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey towards healing and empowerment, I'd love to work with you to guide you on the journey. Now is the time to invest in yourself and take the first step towards healing. Contact me to schedule a free confidential consultation.
You can learn to feel better! I am trained in evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Treatment and EMDR.
Are you experiencing adjustments in your life that have left you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Perhaps you are recognizing a new or reoccurring concern with substance use or addictions? Perhaps a recent or past trauma has left you feeling overwhelmed or struggling with many areas of your life?
You can learn to feel better! I am trained in evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Treatment and EMDR.
Are you experiencing adjustments in your life that have left you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Perhaps you are recognizing a new or reoccurring concern with substance use or addictions? Perhaps a recent or past trauma has left you feeling overwhelmed or struggling with many areas of your life?
John Sternfels
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CSAT, C-SASI, CCPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48377 (Online Only)
I am a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC); Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT); Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT); Certified Clinical Sexual Addiction Specialist (C-SASI); Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS); Trained in The Gottman Method; Trained in PREPARE and ENRICH; Trained in EMDR.
I am a National Board-Certified Counselor who has extensive training and experience working with men, women, and couples. As a CSAT I specialize in helping individuals and couples recover from sex/pornography addiction. As a CCPS, I specialize in helping partners heal from partner betrayal trauma. As a Gottman marriage therapist, I specialize in helping couples address the issues that keep them stuck. I can help couples move past the arguments and hurts so that they can rebuild their marriage in healthy ways. I am also the author of two books, "Behind The Smile" (2024), and "A Partner’s Guide To Truth & Healing" (2021).
I am a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC); Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT); Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT); Certified Clinical Sexual Addiction Specialist (C-SASI); Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS); Trained in The Gottman Method; Trained in PREPARE and ENRICH; Trained in EMDR.
I am a National Board-Certified Counselor who has extensive training and experience working with men, women, and couples. As a CSAT I specialize in helping individuals and couples recover from sex/pornography addiction. As a CCPS, I specialize in helping partners heal from partner betrayal trauma. As a Gottman marriage therapist, I specialize in helping couples address the issues that keep them stuck. I can help couples move past the arguments and hurts so that they can rebuild their marriage in healthy ways. I am also the author of two books, "Behind The Smile" (2024), and "A Partner’s Guide To Truth & Healing" (2021).
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and EMDR to bring relief and healing from trauma are two helpful tools (among others) that can help restore your quality of life.
What would your life be like if your anxiety, depression, grief, or overwhelming emotions improved by even just a little? What if you no longer had to navigate life’s difficulties alone? Would it feel like growth?... Strength?... Confidence? … Relief? Rather than your emotions taking over you, let's work together as you learn to gain more control over them, instead.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and EMDR to bring relief and healing from trauma are two helpful tools (among others) that can help restore your quality of life.
What would your life be like if your anxiety, depression, grief, or overwhelming emotions improved by even just a little? What if you no longer had to navigate life’s difficulties alone? Would it feel like growth?... Strength?... Confidence? … Relief? Rather than your emotions taking over you, let's work together as you learn to gain more control over them, instead.
Megan Spees
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, CAADC, CCTSI, CSAT-c, CCPS-c
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48377
Mental health is just as important as physical health to our overall well-being. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist and a certified trauma specialist as well as a marriage counselor. I can work with you to develop a wide variety of coping skills to help you work towards your goals of living your best life. Are you noticing mental health symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, anxiety, depression or self-harm? I utilize a humanistic, holistic, strength-based approach to help increase your level of tolerance for dealing with these complicated mental health symptoms. I also offer EMDR for the treatment of complex PTSD.
Mental health is just as important as physical health to our overall well-being. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist and a certified trauma specialist as well as a marriage counselor. I can work with you to develop a wide variety of coping skills to help you work towards your goals of living your best life. Are you noticing mental health symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, anxiety, depression or self-harm? I utilize a humanistic, holistic, strength-based approach to help increase your level of tolerance for dealing with these complicated mental health symptoms. I also offer EMDR for the treatment of complex PTSD.
Baker Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48375 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients! Trauma, Substance Use, Depression, Anxiety and Codependency - I have been working with clients in these areas for the past 25 years. My name is Teri Baker and I am trained in EMDR and Prolonged Exposure Therapy for survivors of PTSD. I have a lot of experience working with those who suffer from substance use and their families who suffer along side them. I can help you with depression and anxiety disorders as well. Our world has so many challenges, the last thing we need is to have our past disable our present and future.
I am accepting new clients! Trauma, Substance Use, Depression, Anxiety and Codependency - I have been working with clients in these areas for the past 25 years. My name is Teri Baker and I am trained in EMDR and Prolonged Exposure Therapy for survivors of PTSD. I have a lot of experience working with those who suffer from substance use and their families who suffer along side them. I can help you with depression and anxiety disorders as well. Our world has so many challenges, the last thing we need is to have our past disable our present and future.
Matthew Swartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Novi, MI 48375 (Online Only)
Focusing on CBT & EMDR, I specialize in high performers, leaders, anxiety and trauma, focusing on addressing the origins of pain to help my clients find lasting relief.
You are ready to grow, but looking for a companion or guide on the journey. You want to leave the pain behind and make a change. Deep down, you know incredible things are possible for you! Whether you deal with occasional anxiety, chronic struggles, or you feel completely stuck, I'm here to partner with you on your healing journey. You don't have to know all the how's (I'm here to help with that), all I ask is you take the risk that its possible to redesign your life. My clients are ready to do what it takes to change their lives - challenge their assumptions, grow their worth, explore their potential, and leave the pain behind.
Focusing on CBT & EMDR, I specialize in high performers, leaders, anxiety and trauma, focusing on addressing the origins of pain to help my clients find lasting relief.
You are ready to grow, but looking for a companion or guide on the journey. You want to leave the pain behind and make a change. Deep down, you know incredible things are possible for you! Whether you deal with occasional anxiety, chronic struggles, or you feel completely stuck, I'm here to partner with you on your healing journey. You don't have to know all the how's (I'm here to help with that), all I ask is you take the risk that its possible to redesign your life. My clients are ready to do what it takes to change their lives - challenge their assumptions, grow their worth, explore their potential, and leave the pain behind.
I am a Certified Forensic Consultant and a Fully Licensed Counselor. I provide supervision for LLPCs. My therapeutic approach is holistic, to not just focus on the presenting concern(s). I offer cranial electrotherapy stimulation, Neurofeedback, and EMDR administered with state of the art technology, as treatment options. Comprehensive psychological testing/evaluations and medication evaluation/management is also available.
I am a Certified Forensic Consultant and a Fully Licensed Counselor. I provide supervision for LLPCs. My therapeutic approach is holistic, to not just focus on the presenting concern(s). I offer cranial electrotherapy stimulation, Neurofeedback, and EMDR administered with state of the art technology, as treatment options. Comprehensive psychological testing/evaluations and medication evaluation/management is also available.
Do you want to get well and stay well? I will assess and treat your problems using an integrative, multi-systems approach tailored to your issues (past and present) with short-term dynamic, cognitive-behavioral, spiritual, EMDR & relaxation therapy. I'll help you overcome your fears, negative beliefs to heal yourself and your relationships in short-term therapy with lasting results . Build your self-trust, confidence, assertiveness and find joy. Stop suffering. Couples, singles, straight/LBGTQ. Please CALL vs. email for more specific information about my training, your needs, insurances accepted and to make appointment.
Do you want to get well and stay well? I will assess and treat your problems using an integrative, multi-systems approach tailored to your issues (past and present) with short-term dynamic, cognitive-behavioral, spiritual, EMDR & relaxation therapy. I'll help you overcome your fears, negative beliefs to heal yourself and your relationships in short-term therapy with lasting results . Build your self-trust, confidence, assertiveness and find joy. Stop suffering. Couples, singles, straight/LBGTQ. Please CALL vs. email for more specific information about my training, your needs, insurances accepted and to make appointment.
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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.