Therapists in Oakland County, MI
![Photo of Angela Avery, MA, LPC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5237546e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Results and change are what you want, right? Well, if you have cried enough, felt like you are going crazy, or are fed up with a troubled relationship, you've come to the right place. My mission is to make my clients feel empowered to get unstuck, accept reality, and heal from heavy relationship issues. Narcissistic abuse recovery, post separation abuse, high conflict divorce, blended family issues, and grief are my niche. In addition, anxiety and depression is a passion of mine because the relationship we have with ourselves is vital! I tell it like it is, respectfully and kindly, but always truthfully.
Results and change are what you want, right? Well, if you have cried enough, felt like you are going crazy, or are fed up with a troubled relationship, you've come to the right place. My mission is to make my clients feel empowered to get unstuck, accept reality, and heal from heavy relationship issues. Narcissistic abuse recovery, post separation abuse, high conflict divorce, blended family issues, and grief are my niche. In addition, anxiety and depression is a passion of mine because the relationship we have with ourselves is vital! I tell it like it is, respectfully and kindly, but always truthfully.
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Danica Grceski - Specialist In Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-CM, CCTP, C-ASWCM, SSW
Verified Verified
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (Online Only)
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse yourself? As a survivor of Narcissistic Abuse myself, I get the horror you are living through right now. One day the guy is the “man of your dreams”, the next, he’s morphed into this lying, cheating, manipulative, demeaning man that you no longer even recognize. You are feeling so down, depressed and hopeless that you struggle to even get out of bed in the morning. When you do get out of bed, you wonder what is even the point of living a life like this. You dread another day of walking on eggshells, rage, being told you're ugly, a terrible mom, and called all sorts of disrespectful names.
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse yourself? As a survivor of Narcissistic Abuse myself, I get the horror you are living through right now. One day the guy is the “man of your dreams”, the next, he’s morphed into this lying, cheating, manipulative, demeaning man that you no longer even recognize. You are feeling so down, depressed and hopeless that you struggle to even get out of bed in the morning. When you do get out of bed, you wonder what is even the point of living a life like this. You dread another day of walking on eggshells, rage, being told you're ugly, a terrible mom, and called all sorts of disrespectful names.
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Support for adults with Covert Narcissistic Parents mics.
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.
Support for adults with Covert Narcissistic Parents mics.
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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I am licensed to provide telehealth in 42 states. If you have experienced trauma or narcissistic abuse, daily living can feel like a tremendous struggle. I am the author and creator of the Narcissistic Abuse Survival Tool Kit and many FREE resources which you may download at dr-spicer.com. I specialize in EMDR and treatment for trauma related disorders. As an Expert Clinical Psychologist, Certified Brain Health Coach, Executive Life Coach, and Neuropsychological Expert, I have decades of experience. As a client of mine, you will have access to my entire collection of brainwave audios, eBooks, guided meditations, and online courses.
I am licensed to provide telehealth in 42 states. If you have experienced trauma or narcissistic abuse, daily living can feel like a tremendous struggle. I am the author and creator of the Narcissistic Abuse Survival Tool Kit and many FREE resources which you may download at dr-spicer.com. I specialize in EMDR and treatment for trauma related disorders. As an Expert Clinical Psychologist, Certified Brain Health Coach, Executive Life Coach, and Neuropsychological Expert, I have decades of experience. As a client of mine, you will have access to my entire collection of brainwave audios, eBooks, guided meditations, and online courses.
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My practice focuses on helping individuals who struggle with self-sabotage, self worth, and the lingering effects of narcissistic abuse.
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns or weighed down by a narrative that no longer serves you? As a Hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you break free from the grip of faulty narratives and regain control over their lives. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I guide you to unlock your subconscious mind, allowing you to rewrite the stories that hold you back and empower you to move forward with confidence and clarity.
My practice focuses on helping individuals who struggle with self-sabotage, self worth, and the lingering effects of narcissistic abuse.
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns or weighed down by a narrative that no longer serves you? As a Hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you break free from the grip of faulty narratives and regain control over their lives. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I guide you to unlock your subconscious mind, allowing you to rewrite the stories that hold you back and empower you to move forward with confidence and clarity.
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Meredith Fenton
Counselor, MA-CMHC, LLC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (Online Only)
I have vast experience in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, career transitions, trauma, including recovery from narcissistic abuse, ADHD, disordered eating, family and parenting challenges, as well as reproductive (including peri/menopausal) mental health.
Compassionate, attentive, and knowledgeable. I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor practicing in Birmingham, Michigan. I also have my Limited Licensed Counselor and National Certified Counselor Credentials. I have a B.A. in Psychology from Michigan State, and my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, where I focused my research on both the misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder, as well as the treatment for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's dementia.
I have vast experience in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, career transitions, trauma, including recovery from narcissistic abuse, ADHD, disordered eating, family and parenting challenges, as well as reproductive (including peri/menopausal) mental health.
Compassionate, attentive, and knowledgeable. I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor practicing in Birmingham, Michigan. I also have my Limited Licensed Counselor and National Certified Counselor Credentials. I have a B.A. in Psychology from Michigan State, and my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, where I focused my research on both the misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder, as well as the treatment for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's dementia.
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Cherelle Putz
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, GC-C, GCDF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Orion, MI 48362 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience helping individuals recover from narcissistic abuse, trauma, and grief. My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their experiences and work towards healing and growth. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and collaboration.
I am a compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience helping individuals recover from narcissistic abuse, trauma, and grief. My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their experiences and work towards healing and growth. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and collaboration.
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Rebecca Hayman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, CAAC
Verified Verified
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Recognizing and coping with signs depression or anxiety can feel like an uphill battle for many people. Talking to friends and family can get old really quickly, and it's important to know when it's time to reach out to a professional. I am a genuinely compassionate, empathic and understanding therapist who will give you the support you need to help you get to a better place emotionally and psychologically. I provide my clients guidance to develop healthier thinking patterns, improved interpersonal relationships, and a higher level of self-awareness that is beneficial to getting emotionally stronger, and maintaining that strength.
Recognizing and coping with signs depression or anxiety can feel like an uphill battle for many people. Talking to friends and family can get old really quickly, and it's important to know when it's time to reach out to a professional. I am a genuinely compassionate, empathic and understanding therapist who will give you the support you need to help you get to a better place emotionally and psychologically. I provide my clients guidance to develop healthier thinking patterns, improved interpersonal relationships, and a higher level of self-awareness that is beneficial to getting emotionally stronger, and maintaining that strength.
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Welcome! I specialize in working with adult children of (and/or partners to) narcissists and the emotionally immature/abusive/unavailable. My clients say they’re relieved to have found a therapist who "gets" them. I am ready to "get" and care for you, too. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth, self-doubt/blame, shame, guilt, a sense of obligation? Are you an expert "people pleaser" because you had to be? Did you receive attention, love, acceptance based on certain conditions? Did you experience controlling behavior and/or inconsistency/instability that felt unsafe? Is it hard to advocate for yourself? I get it.
Welcome! I specialize in working with adult children of (and/or partners to) narcissists and the emotionally immature/abusive/unavailable. My clients say they’re relieved to have found a therapist who "gets" them. I am ready to "get" and care for you, too. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth, self-doubt/blame, shame, guilt, a sense of obligation? Are you an expert "people pleaser" because you had to be? Did you receive attention, love, acceptance based on certain conditions? Did you experience controlling behavior and/or inconsistency/instability that felt unsafe? Is it hard to advocate for yourself? I get it.
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Ann Abbey
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48068 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Does that voice in your head keep you up at night? Do you ever replay the events of the day, wondering what you could have done, should have done, differently? At times, it may seem impossible to do it all and you may feel helpless to slow down the train. Underneath it all, you just want some balance, to be more present and enjoy the moments life has to offer. Yet no matter what you do, you can’t seem to find the joy and happiness that others appear to have. You really just want to know that everything is going to be okay.
Does that voice in your head keep you up at night? Do you ever replay the events of the day, wondering what you could have done, should have done, differently? At times, it may seem impossible to do it all and you may feel helpless to slow down the train. Underneath it all, you just want some balance, to be more present and enjoy the moments life has to offer. Yet no matter what you do, you can’t seem to find the joy and happiness that others appear to have. You really just want to know that everything is going to be okay.
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Welcome! How good that you are seeking support. I feel privileged to work with individuals seeking to face challenges and live more meaningful lives. I have training and experience in treating concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, legal problems, cross-cultural challenges, parenting concerns, substance abuse problems, and relationship problems. Christian counseling is available for those who would like it.
Welcome! How good that you are seeking support. I feel privileged to work with individuals seeking to face challenges and live more meaningful lives. I have training and experience in treating concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, legal problems, cross-cultural challenges, parenting concerns, substance abuse problems, and relationship problems. Christian counseling is available for those who would like it.
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Kristen R Qualls
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
Rochester Hills, MI 48309 (Online Only)
Fighting in circles without resolution? Struggling to communicate or feel understood? Arguing or shutting down? Feeling disconnected and sad or scared? Relationship struggles are common. Low desire, affairs, and trust violations are symptoms of deeper relationship problems. Couples therapy with a specialist can make all the difference. I like helping people get down to business so they can understand and correct problems at the core. Clients love my genuine, straightforward approach and learn a lot in sessions. They leave feeling safe, with increased hope, and tasks to work on to improve their lives and achieve their goals.
Fighting in circles without resolution? Struggling to communicate or feel understood? Arguing or shutting down? Feeling disconnected and sad or scared? Relationship struggles are common. Low desire, affairs, and trust violations are symptoms of deeper relationship problems. Couples therapy with a specialist can make all the difference. I like helping people get down to business so they can understand and correct problems at the core. Clients love my genuine, straightforward approach and learn a lot in sessions. They leave feeling safe, with increased hope, and tasks to work on to improve their lives and achieve their goals.
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Diane M Cartwright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS via Telehealth! I enjoy working with clients as they gain insight into their struggles so they can identify healthy tools to overcome those struggles. My clients will encounter a non-judgmental and caring environment that promotes growth, healing and empowerment. Because everyone comes to therapy with unique challenges and values, I use an individualized approach to meet clients' specific needs, incorporating research-based strategies that draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction approach.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS via Telehealth! I enjoy working with clients as they gain insight into their struggles so they can identify healthy tools to overcome those struggles. My clients will encounter a non-judgmental and caring environment that promotes growth, healing and empowerment. Because everyone comes to therapy with unique challenges and values, I use an individualized approach to meet clients' specific needs, incorporating research-based strategies that draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction approach.
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Rebecca Wilson-Longlet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royal Oak, MI 48073 (Online Only)
I am a licensed masters level clinical social worker with over 29 years experience providing mental health treatment to children and adults. I have extensive experience treating a multitude of issues, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship conflicts, family issues and mood disorders. I use a variety of approaches, depending on individual needs, to help my clients achieve their goals.
I am a licensed masters level clinical social worker with over 29 years experience providing mental health treatment to children and adults. I have extensive experience treating a multitude of issues, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship conflicts, family issues and mood disorders. I use a variety of approaches, depending on individual needs, to help my clients achieve their goals.
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Haley Ann Dorion (Accepting New Clients This Week!)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009 (Online Only)
You’re defeated, broken, and feeling trapped in your past. Life has not been easy for you and along the way you seem to have lost who you are. The trauma you have experienced is affecting you daily, making you feel helpless. Unable to love yourself you struggle to set and maintain boundaries. The pressure to please others is exhausting and you can't seem to find balance or support in your life. Your history of abuse triggers you to impulsively react- rather than logically respond during difficult situations. You’re looking for guidance to process through all the baggage, uncertainty, and stress.
You’re defeated, broken, and feeling trapped in your past. Life has not been easy for you and along the way you seem to have lost who you are. The trauma you have experienced is affecting you daily, making you feel helpless. Unable to love yourself you struggle to set and maintain boundaries. The pressure to please others is exhausting and you can't seem to find balance or support in your life. Your history of abuse triggers you to impulsively react- rather than logically respond during difficult situations. You’re looking for guidance to process through all the baggage, uncertainty, and stress.
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My clients come to me for a safe space where they feel respected and supported as they explore their inner experiences. I attentively listen, reflect, and guide with curiosity and compassion. Individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their lives, relationships, careers, and/or identities are well-matched to my approach to therapy. We will spend our first session discussing what you hope to get from therapy. From there we will chart a unique course that may involve processing past experiences, sitting together through challenging emotions, and getting creative with activities based on your goals or needs.
My clients come to me for a safe space where they feel respected and supported as they explore their inner experiences. I attentively listen, reflect, and guide with curiosity and compassion. Individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their lives, relationships, careers, and/or identities are well-matched to my approach to therapy. We will spend our first session discussing what you hope to get from therapy. From there we will chart a unique course that may involve processing past experiences, sitting together through challenging emotions, and getting creative with activities based on your goals or needs.
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Dr. Vichinsky is dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluations for individuals across the lifespan. Her practice encompasses a wide range of specialties, including expert testimony (mental health court), expert medical opinion services, independent medical evaluations, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, and clinical supervision. Areas of clinical specialty include psychological and neuropsychological testing, including evaluation and diagnosis of brain injury, dementia, intellectual limitations, autism spectrum disorders, disorders of learning, and attention deficit conditions.
Dr. Vichinsky is dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluations for individuals across the lifespan. Her practice encompasses a wide range of specialties, including expert testimony (mental health court), expert medical opinion services, independent medical evaluations, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, and clinical supervision. Areas of clinical specialty include psychological and neuropsychological testing, including evaluation and diagnosis of brain injury, dementia, intellectual limitations, autism spectrum disorders, disorders of learning, and attention deficit conditions.
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Do you feel stuck and unable to move forward? Is it hard to let go of experiences from your past? Often unresolved issues from the past can interfere with fully enjoying the present moment. If you've experienced trauma, the frightening/overwhelming experience can resurface months or years later, seemingly "out of the blue" and cause symptoms which make it nearly impossible to feel in control of life. Working together in psychotherapy, you will learn strategies to calm your anxiety, reduce stress and be back in the driver's seat of life.
Do you feel stuck and unable to move forward? Is it hard to let go of experiences from your past? Often unresolved issues from the past can interfere with fully enjoying the present moment. If you've experienced trauma, the frightening/overwhelming experience can resurface months or years later, seemingly "out of the blue" and cause symptoms which make it nearly impossible to feel in control of life. Working together in psychotherapy, you will learn strategies to calm your anxiety, reduce stress and be back in the driver's seat of life.
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We surround each person on a continuous basis, responsive to their ever evolving needs. Psych Assets leads the way by investing each day in life’s most important asset: PEOPLE. We believe in the power of the human mind to transform viewpoints and vision into new insights, attitudes, and behaviors. We believe that doing ‘what is right’ and ‘what is fair’ may feel hard at times but these are the ideals we follow with each connecting encounter. We value all human life, and in doing so we believe in the richness of cultures, human diversity and inclusion. We believe that transformation and change are always possible.
We surround each person on a continuous basis, responsive to their ever evolving needs. Psych Assets leads the way by investing each day in life’s most important asset: PEOPLE. We believe in the power of the human mind to transform viewpoints and vision into new insights, attitudes, and behaviors. We believe that doing ‘what is right’ and ‘what is fair’ may feel hard at times but these are the ideals we follow with each connecting encounter. We value all human life, and in doing so we believe in the richness of cultures, human diversity and inclusion. We believe that transformation and change are always possible.
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I'm here to assist you whether it's navigating difficulties in your daily life, mending relationships, developing positive coping skills for anxiety and depression, or navigating through major life transitions. I will provide you with emotional support, reassurance, guidance and clarity, to ensure positive long-lasting changes. Some specialized areas of interest are grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. Together we will find the right tools to identify the root cause of any unwanted stressors. I offer in-person or video sessions to help children, teenagers, young adults, families, and adults.
I'm here to assist you whether it's navigating difficulties in your daily life, mending relationships, developing positive coping skills for anxiety and depression, or navigating through major life transitions. I will provide you with emotional support, reassurance, guidance and clarity, to ensure positive long-lasting changes. Some specialized areas of interest are grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. Together we will find the right tools to identify the root cause of any unwanted stressors. I offer in-person or video sessions to help children, teenagers, young adults, families, and adults.
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Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists
What type of therapy is best for narcissistic personality disorder?
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is best treated with talk therapy, which could involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, schema therapy, gestalt therapy, or similar approaches. A therapist will help a patient uncover the feelings that may drive their behavior and discover how to engage with themselves and those around them with greater empathy and understanding, fewer demands, and less defensiveness, with the goal of developing a more authentic sense of self that enables healthier relationships.
How do therapists treat NPD?
By developing a strong therapeutic relationship, and continually focusing patients on relationships, community, and connection, a therapist, through talk therapy, may be able to help someone with NPD change. In sessions, a therapist will help an individual achieve relief from their current stressors, including the treatment of co-occurring conditions such as anxiety or depression. A therapist may also help an individual to recognize unhealthy coping mechanisms, learn new ways of interacting with others, and eventually become able to feel and display empathy.
Can a narcissist be cured with therapy?
Therapy can be effective. After a serious setback or great loss, someone with NPD may be forced to recognize that they are not immune to life’s challenges. That can spur feelings of melancholy and depression that lead them to seek professional help. Once an individual decides to seek help, they have already taken a step that the majority of those with NPD never will. Still, people with NPD often quit therapy as they naturally resist feeling vulnerable, being challenged, or admitting to flaws.
How can you get narcissistic personality disorder treatment for someone?
It is notoriously difficult to convince someone with NPD to seek help. With their feelings of superiority, they may be unlikely to recognize or acknowledge that they have a problem, or that their problem is narcissism. Sometimes, they are aware that they are arrogant and that others resent them but they don’t see it as a problem because they are convinced of their superiority. People with NPD have trouble maintaining relationships, but family members and others who do feel close to them, and whose presence they value, may be able to encourage them to seek therapy.