Addiction Therapists in Okemos, MI
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am committed to helping people find well-being and fulfillment. I prioritize developing a trusting relationship in which open and honest conversation can bring about change toward your desired goals. I align my therapeutic techniques to individual needs and have found success using evidenced-based practices from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions. My areas of professional focus are working with adults struggling with mood disorders (anxiety, depression), addiction, anger management, grief/loss, and life transitions.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am committed to helping people find well-being and fulfillment. I prioritize developing a trusting relationship in which open and honest conversation can bring about change toward your desired goals. I align my therapeutic techniques to individual needs and have found success using evidenced-based practices from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions. My areas of professional focus are working with adults struggling with mood disorders (anxiety, depression), addiction, anger management, grief/loss, and life transitions.
My specializations include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, chronic illness and other disabilities, personality disorders, geriatric challenges, grief and loss, and substance use disorders.
When individuals are struggling with their mental health, substance use, or other life stresses they might not always know where to go for help. My job as a therapist is to provide you with a safe space where you can separate these ongoing challenges, feel less overwhelmed, and take control of your life. We will focus on setting realistic therapeutic goals, empowerment, and not letting these challenges define who you are as a person. By working together, we can achieve stabilization to envision how you want your life to be.
My specializations include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, chronic illness and other disabilities, personality disorders, geriatric challenges, grief and loss, and substance use disorders.
When individuals are struggling with their mental health, substance use, or other life stresses they might not always know where to go for help. My job as a therapist is to provide you with a safe space where you can separate these ongoing challenges, feel less overwhelmed, and take control of your life. We will focus on setting realistic therapeutic goals, empowerment, and not letting these challenges define who you are as a person. By working together, we can achieve stabilization to envision how you want your life to be.
Ainslee McVay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community, kink aware therapy, substance abuse counseling, trauma informed counseling, and couple’s counseling.
I believe that the foundation of a successful therapeutic relationship is compassion and understanding. My aim is to work together to develop the best approach for the individual in therapy and adjust accordingly to the individual’s needs. By establishing goals with the individual, we can address the concerns and underlying issues that can change difficult. I have been in private practice for the last three years, where I earned my LMSW and have worked with a wide variety of clients. I am also a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and worked to advocate for social justice.
I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community, kink aware therapy, substance abuse counseling, trauma informed counseling, and couple’s counseling.
I believe that the foundation of a successful therapeutic relationship is compassion and understanding. My aim is to work together to develop the best approach for the individual in therapy and adjust accordingly to the individual’s needs. By establishing goals with the individual, we can address the concerns and underlying issues that can change difficult. I have been in private practice for the last three years, where I earned my LMSW and have worked with a wide variety of clients. I am also a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and worked to advocate for social justice.
When you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction or any of life's challenges it can feel like it is your entire identity.
Life has its ups and downs no matter what. Whether that means a struggle with interpersonal connections, family, employment, mental illness or substance use. Having someone to help you through those times is truly critical. Finding the right counselor is even more critical, someone who is empathetic, motivated and dedicated to your health and wellbeing.
When you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction or any of life's challenges it can feel like it is your entire identity.
Life has its ups and downs no matter what. Whether that means a struggle with interpersonal connections, family, employment, mental illness or substance use. Having someone to help you through those times is truly critical. Finding the right counselor is even more critical, someone who is empathetic, motivated and dedicated to your health and wellbeing.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
With the diversity and expertise of the practitioners, we treat mental health concerns and substance abuse disorders.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
With the diversity and expertise of the practitioners, we treat mental health concerns and substance abuse disorders.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
Hello, I am an LMSW licensed through the State of Michigan and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. I work out of the Great Lakes Psychology Group South Gate office and am currently accepting new clients. I have almost ten years of experience in providing outpatient therapy and have provided therapy to children, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of concerns. Additionally, I have significant experience working in outpatient substance abuse therapy with both clients and their families as they navigate recovery.
Hello, I am an LMSW licensed through the State of Michigan and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. I work out of the Great Lakes Psychology Group South Gate office and am currently accepting new clients. I have almost ten years of experience in providing outpatient therapy and have provided therapy to children, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of concerns. Additionally, I have significant experience working in outpatient substance abuse therapy with both clients and their families as they navigate recovery.
Nicholas James Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
My experiences include inpatient/residential services, outpatient, substance abuse, mental health, and individual and group therapy.
We are all in this battle together. In other words, connected. We need to work together in an effort to get each person through. Therapy is about the journey into the destination. Whether your someone who's been dealing with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, personality complexes, behavioral challenges, intrusive thoughts, or irregular emotions, treatment can be the first step in healing. The goal of recovery always in our sights, we can develop effective coping skills, mindfulness and meditation practices, calmness and relaxation techniques, and resilience training using strengths perspective to achieve optimal health.
My experiences include inpatient/residential services, outpatient, substance abuse, mental health, and individual and group therapy.
We are all in this battle together. In other words, connected. We need to work together in an effort to get each person through. Therapy is about the journey into the destination. Whether your someone who's been dealing with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, personality complexes, behavioral challenges, intrusive thoughts, or irregular emotions, treatment can be the first step in healing. The goal of recovery always in our sights, we can develop effective coping skills, mindfulness and meditation practices, calmness and relaxation techniques, and resilience training using strengths perspective to achieve optimal health.
Michele Alaine Pischea
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I am a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
My approach is collaborative, holistic and growth-oriented. I believe it's important to build on people's strengths, successes and positive experiences; while acknowledging and addressing the influences of the past. I'm oriented to the development of a supportive, caring and honest relationship based on mutual respect, which will foster a therapeutic environment that allows individuals to achieve their personally established goals. I find it gratifying that through my guidance clients are able to identify and strengthen their motivation for change. This supports change in a manner congruent with the person's values and concerns and creates a foundation for sustaining these changes.
I am a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
My approach is collaborative, holistic and growth-oriented. I believe it's important to build on people's strengths, successes and positive experiences; while acknowledging and addressing the influences of the past. I'm oriented to the development of a supportive, caring and honest relationship based on mutual respect, which will foster a therapeutic environment that allows individuals to achieve their personally established goals. I find it gratifying that through my guidance clients are able to identify and strengthen their motivation for change. This supports change in a manner congruent with the person's values and concerns and creates a foundation for sustaining these changes.
I spent 15 years working in a substance abuse treatment program, which taught me that beyond the initial struggle to get/stay substance free, individuals most often have underlying psychological issues, i.
An ideal client would be one, I think, that has arrived at a place that tells them they very much need to change or understand something in their lives, and are ready to begin work on that. I believe that everyone struggles with the actual making of those changes even when acknowledged. The willingness to seek out help represents the courage necessary to move toward those goals of understanding and change.
I spent 15 years working in a substance abuse treatment program, which taught me that beyond the initial struggle to get/stay substance free, individuals most often have underlying psychological issues, i.
An ideal client would be one, I think, that has arrived at a place that tells them they very much need to change or understand something in their lives, and are ready to begin work on that. I believe that everyone struggles with the actual making of those changes even when acknowledged. The willingness to seek out help represents the courage necessary to move toward those goals of understanding and change.
Shana Bombrys
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ADS
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
Clinical social worker as well as a certified alcohol and drug counselor. Extensive training surrounding trauma and the impact trauma has on our lives. I have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Drawing from my work with Refugees to my work with people struggling with addiction issues.Strengths based and client centered approach. I work with children utilizing child centered play therapy. I have over six years of training in Sandtray World play technique. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Theraplay.
Clinical social worker as well as a certified alcohol and drug counselor. Extensive training surrounding trauma and the impact trauma has on our lives. I have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Drawing from my work with Refugees to my work with people struggling with addiction issues.Strengths based and client centered approach. I work with children utilizing child centered play therapy. I have over six years of training in Sandtray World play technique. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Theraplay.
Jessica Lynn Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, DP-CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
All I've ever wanted to do with my life is help people. I started my journey in 1997. I have experience working with survivors and perpetrators of domestic violence, teens and adults struggling with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring diagnoses as well as various levels of mild to moderate mental health. Although I use an array of therapy models, I'm most comfortable with Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. Whether your looking for an ear to vent to or someone to give you concrete tasks, I'm your person.
All I've ever wanted to do with my life is help people. I started my journey in 1997. I have experience working with survivors and perpetrators of domestic violence, teens and adults struggling with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring diagnoses as well as various levels of mild to moderate mental health. Although I use an array of therapy models, I'm most comfortable with Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. Whether your looking for an ear to vent to or someone to give you concrete tasks, I'm your person.
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Tammy Render-Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Assisting others with marital issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, self esteem, social anxiety and a variety of other issues are all possible for healing.
Working with people who are struggling with a variety of issues is my passion. It is a great privilege to journey with clients through the healing process and for clients to gain relief from pain, sorrow and symptom relief. In this process clients are able to gain coping skills, gain self confidence, heal from addiction and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. My greatest joy is offering hope and healing through the counseling process.
Assisting others with marital issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, self esteem, social anxiety and a variety of other issues are all possible for healing.
Working with people who are struggling with a variety of issues is my passion. It is a great privilege to journey with clients through the healing process and for clients to gain relief from pain, sorrow and symptom relief. In this process clients are able to gain coping skills, gain self confidence, heal from addiction and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. My greatest joy is offering hope and healing through the counseling process.
Kennan M DeWitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
I am a Michigan board certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Addictions specialist and attorney.
Accept most Mi insurance, including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna. Sliding scale fees. Imagine turning the corner in your recovery, accepting guidance, and beginning to lift overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, trauma , or the toll of substances in your life. I am driven by the power of human connection and the natural or developed resilience of patients to cope, strengthen and lead much happier lives. Patients need a therapist who not only genuinely listens and understands them, but validates their thoughts and feelings, and empowers them in their recovery with greater insight and resilience toward a happier life. LGBTQ+
I am a Michigan board certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Addictions specialist and attorney.
Accept most Mi insurance, including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna. Sliding scale fees. Imagine turning the corner in your recovery, accepting guidance, and beginning to lift overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, trauma , or the toll of substances in your life. I am driven by the power of human connection and the natural or developed resilience of patients to cope, strengthen and lead much happier lives. Patients need a therapist who not only genuinely listens and understands them, but validates their thoughts and feelings, and empowers them in their recovery with greater insight and resilience toward a happier life. LGBTQ+
Richard P Lieske
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
We experience hope, healing, authenticity and growth when WE direct our lives, not our shame, grief, abuse, trauma, addiction, compulsion, or anything else.
Finding help shouldn't be difficult, but it is, and I want to make that process easy for you, from the first contact. I have more than twenty years experience in behavioral medicine, and more than 30 years in helping professions. Using a wide range of expertise and training I treat diverse concerns of pre-teen through older adult clients. By varying treatment with a number of approaches, I strive to tailor therapy to the person, not just the problems identified. I work with mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, addictions, eating and weight issues, and more.
We experience hope, healing, authenticity and growth when WE direct our lives, not our shame, grief, abuse, trauma, addiction, compulsion, or anything else.
Finding help shouldn't be difficult, but it is, and I want to make that process easy for you, from the first contact. I have more than twenty years experience in behavioral medicine, and more than 30 years in helping professions. Using a wide range of expertise and training I treat diverse concerns of pre-teen through older adult clients. By varying treatment with a number of approaches, I strive to tailor therapy to the person, not just the problems identified. I work with mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain and illness, trauma, addictions, eating and weight issues, and more.
I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents and adults that are seeking help with addiction, trauma, self harming behavior, stress management, anxiety/depression, relationship issues, grief and loss.
Life can be really challenging under the best of circumstances, sometimes we can get stuck and need some help to move forward or to get back on track. Maybe its to find peace when times are difficult. Your needs will guide how we work together and I strive to create a safe and supportive environment. I want to work with people to help them to realize their own therapeutic goals, identify their own strengths and overcome the barriers that will help them to move forward.
I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents and adults that are seeking help with addiction, trauma, self harming behavior, stress management, anxiety/depression, relationship issues, grief and loss.
Life can be really challenging under the best of circumstances, sometimes we can get stuck and need some help to move forward or to get back on track. Maybe its to find peace when times are difficult. Your needs will guide how we work together and I strive to create a safe and supportive environment. I want to work with people to help them to realize their own therapeutic goals, identify their own strengths and overcome the barriers that will help them to move forward.
I have worked with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief/loss, chronic health issues/pain or substance use over the past 20 years.
If you are interested in developing coping strategies and insight on your journey of healing and/or personal development, we may be a good fit. I provide in person appointments in Okemos as well as telehealth appointments. I have extensive training in mindfulness practice, relationship effectiveness skills, distress tolerance skills to manage difficult emotions/urges and skills for emotional regulation. I accept BCBS, Blue Care Network, Medicare, Blue Care Complete Medicaid, Priority Health, Optum and United
I have worked with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief/loss, chronic health issues/pain or substance use over the past 20 years.
If you are interested in developing coping strategies and insight on your journey of healing and/or personal development, we may be a good fit. I provide in person appointments in Okemos as well as telehealth appointments. I have extensive training in mindfulness practice, relationship effectiveness skills, distress tolerance skills to manage difficult emotions/urges and skills for emotional regulation. I accept BCBS, Blue Care Network, Medicare, Blue Care Complete Medicaid, Priority Health, Optum and United
I have an extensive history of assisting clients dealing with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues and other problems in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Hello, Future Clients! Thank you for considering me as someone who might assist you on your journey through a challenging time in your life! My name is Lauren, and I have over 15 years of experience helping clients of all ages, races and sexual orientations manage mental health and substance abuse issues in individual therapy, group therapy, and couples therapy modalities. I am proudly open and affirming working with people from all walks of life! My primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, however I use an eclectic blend of therapy techniques as needed and as is appropriate.
I have an extensive history of assisting clients dealing with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues and other problems in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Hello, Future Clients! Thank you for considering me as someone who might assist you on your journey through a challenging time in your life! My name is Lauren, and I have over 15 years of experience helping clients of all ages, races and sexual orientations manage mental health and substance abuse issues in individual therapy, group therapy, and couples therapy modalities. I am proudly open and affirming working with people from all walks of life! My primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, however I use an eclectic blend of therapy techniques as needed and as is appropriate.
Yvette Woodruff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
My practice is devoted to assisting you on your road to recovery based on best field practices, working with individuals and family in three key areas mental health, substance use disorders and trauma.
I have worked with clients in the Human Service field for the past thirty five years treating substance use disorders, mental health, trauma and HIV/AIDS. I am a caring, dedicated and empathic therapist, meeting the person served where they are at. It is my belief that when you know better you attempt to do better. My job involves providing psycho-education based upon best field practices. My experience includes working with youth, adults and families.
My practice is devoted to assisting you on your road to recovery based on best field practices, working with individuals and family in three key areas mental health, substance use disorders and trauma.
I have worked with clients in the Human Service field for the past thirty five years treating substance use disorders, mental health, trauma and HIV/AIDS. I am a caring, dedicated and empathic therapist, meeting the person served where they are at. It is my belief that when you know better you attempt to do better. My job involves providing psycho-education based upon best field practices. My experience includes working with youth, adults and families.
I have been a practicing clinical psychologist for the past 25 years, working in the areas of psychotherapy, assessment, rehabilitation, and crisis counseling. I completed a doctoral degree program in Clinical Psychology at Michigan State University, and have also engaged in numerous internships and practicums focusing on psychotherapy, inpatient treatment, group psychotherapy, substance abuse treatment, as well as psychological and neuropsychological assessment. All of these experiences have deepened my knowledge and understanding of individuals who strive to grow, to heal, and to realize their unique potential.
I have been a practicing clinical psychologist for the past 25 years, working in the areas of psychotherapy, assessment, rehabilitation, and crisis counseling. I completed a doctoral degree program in Clinical Psychology at Michigan State University, and have also engaged in numerous internships and practicums focusing on psychotherapy, inpatient treatment, group psychotherapy, substance abuse treatment, as well as psychological and neuropsychological assessment. All of these experiences have deepened my knowledge and understanding of individuals who strive to grow, to heal, and to realize their unique potential.
Philip Gamber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I specifically trained for substance abuse treatment and dual diagnosis work.
I have been in private clinical practice for 22 years. I have specifically trained to work with children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. My time is spent fairly equally working with mental health and substance abuse issues. Likewise, I have chosen to not focus on one specific age group, finding it to be more satisfying to see various aged people. I spend the most time with young adults, from ages of 16-26. I enjoy working with couples; though challenging, I can often offer a safe place for them to listen to one another.
I specifically trained for substance abuse treatment and dual diagnosis work.
I have been in private clinical practice for 22 years. I have specifically trained to work with children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. My time is spent fairly equally working with mental health and substance abuse issues. Likewise, I have chosen to not focus on one specific age group, finding it to be more satisfying to see various aged people. I spend the most time with young adults, from ages of 16-26. I enjoy working with couples; though challenging, I can often offer a safe place for them to listen to one another.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.