Codependency Therapists in Okemos, MI
Courtney Schlaud
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48805
Waitlist for new clients
If you find yourself struggling with unexpected circumstances, processing a past event or relationship, or confronting new changes in your life, I bring an empathetic approach to our sessions. I provide personalized mental health care while building individual resilience by supporting you in discovering your unique pathways to better ways of living. My experience has included neurodiversity-affirming (ADHD and autism), depression, anxiety, codependency, adjustment disorders, and other mild to moderate mental health struggles. I often see those dealing with major life transitions and assist in navigating such tricky times.
If you find yourself struggling with unexpected circumstances, processing a past event or relationship, or confronting new changes in your life, I bring an empathetic approach to our sessions. I provide personalized mental health care while building individual resilience by supporting you in discovering your unique pathways to better ways of living. My experience has included neurodiversity-affirming (ADHD and autism), depression, anxiety, codependency, adjustment disorders, and other mild to moderate mental health struggles. I often see those dealing with major life transitions and assist in navigating such tricky times.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
At The Wellness Institute of Michigan, we know you want to be at peace with your life's journey. In order to do that, you need knowledge and skills for how to deal with multiple stressors. The problem is that life is messy & complicated, and the way forward is not always clear. This can leave you feeling overwhelmed, “not normal”, and unable to cope. We believe everyone deserves peace of mind, contentment, and the right to seek help in a way that is comfortable. We understand the pain of emotional distress and the struggle to find a path forward, which is why we offer expert, empathetic counseling services without judgment.
At The Wellness Institute of Michigan, we know you want to be at peace with your life's journey. In order to do that, you need knowledge and skills for how to deal with multiple stressors. The problem is that life is messy & complicated, and the way forward is not always clear. This can leave you feeling overwhelmed, “not normal”, and unable to cope. We believe everyone deserves peace of mind, contentment, and the right to seek help in a way that is comfortable. We understand the pain of emotional distress and the struggle to find a path forward, which is why we offer expert, empathetic counseling services without judgment.
I am here to help you identify and shift patterns in your life that are causing you to feel stuck or troubled. I can help you recognize feelings, thoughts, and emotions that are keeping you from meeting your potential. Meeting with me, you may notice I ask a lot of questions and am interested in your perspective on problems you wish to change. I am more interested in what you would like to feel different than giving advice or drawing conclusions. I greatly enjoy working with individuals who have experienced trauma or who are worried that something is "not quite right."
I am here to help you identify and shift patterns in your life that are causing you to feel stuck or troubled. I can help you recognize feelings, thoughts, and emotions that are keeping you from meeting your potential. Meeting with me, you may notice I ask a lot of questions and am interested in your perspective on problems you wish to change. I am more interested in what you would like to feel different than giving advice or drawing conclusions. I greatly enjoy working with individuals who have experienced trauma or who are worried that something is "not quite right."
Anna Donaldson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48805 (Online Only)
My ultimate goal as your therapist is to provide a safe space for you to set you and your needs as a priority – a space that is judgment-free to help you work through healing what you choose to, and to help you sustain hope through the process. I am accepted new clients with immediate availability!
My ultimate goal as your therapist is to provide a safe space for you to set you and your needs as a priority – a space that is judgment-free to help you work through healing what you choose to, and to help you sustain hope through the process. I am accepted new clients with immediate availability!
Anxiety Trauma And Relationship Issues- Sarah Smithers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Are you a woman or college student always thinking of the worst case scenario, and feel anxious and on edge no matter what you do? You’re someone who is successful, yet still find yourself overthinking about the smallest things, feeling fearful about the future, and afraid to make changes. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift even if you’re not quite sure what it is yet. You want to gain deeper insight into yourself and your past experiences. You’re finally ready to change your “default setting” and begin creating new patterns in your life.
Are you a woman or college student always thinking of the worst case scenario, and feel anxious and on edge no matter what you do? You’re someone who is successful, yet still find yourself overthinking about the smallest things, feeling fearful about the future, and afraid to make changes. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift even if you’re not quite sure what it is yet. You want to gain deeper insight into yourself and your past experiences. You’re finally ready to change your “default setting” and begin creating new patterns in your life.
Molly A Dean
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
I work with individual or groups of adults or children who seek help with issues of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, health concerns, life transitions, addiction and or co-occurring disorders. My role as a professional counselor is to listen and help each client identify strengths & challenges, set appropriate goals and skill-build to reach them. My training is from a cognitive behavioral framework and my approach is holistic. I assist clients in bringing physical, mental emotional and spiritual understanding and balance to their lives.
I work with individual or groups of adults or children who seek help with issues of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, health concerns, life transitions, addiction and or co-occurring disorders. My role as a professional counselor is to listen and help each client identify strengths & challenges, set appropriate goals and skill-build to reach them. My training is from a cognitive behavioral framework and my approach is holistic. I assist clients in bringing physical, mental emotional and spiritual understanding and balance to their lives.
Joelle King-Parrish
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
Each person is unique. My primary approach to counseling is an integration of person-centered, mindfulness-based and cognitive behavioral therapies. This approach strives to balance mindful awareness and collaborative effort to identify and change the clients' behavioral disturbances. I assist you in developing healthy solutions and coping skills to place in your 'toolbox' for life challenges. Treatment focuses on changing negative thought patterns in order to change behavioral and emotional stages. It is understood that therapy is not an instant fix, but I am eager to assist you in each step of your growth.
Each person is unique. My primary approach to counseling is an integration of person-centered, mindfulness-based and cognitive behavioral therapies. This approach strives to balance mindful awareness and collaborative effort to identify and change the clients' behavioral disturbances. I assist you in developing healthy solutions and coping skills to place in your 'toolbox' for life challenges. Treatment focuses on changing negative thought patterns in order to change behavioral and emotional stages. It is understood that therapy is not an instant fix, but I am eager to assist you in each step of your growth.
Whether dealing with the effects of trauma, a loss, struggling with anxiety or depression, or coping with a life transition, it can help to explore concerns in a safe and supportive environment. I believe that a therapist’s role is to be a listening ear, provide feedback, offer support, and provide resources as clients explore their concerns, identify solutions, and develop plans of action that best fit their chosen life journeys.
Whether dealing with the effects of trauma, a loss, struggling with anxiety or depression, or coping with a life transition, it can help to explore concerns in a safe and supportive environment. I believe that a therapist’s role is to be a listening ear, provide feedback, offer support, and provide resources as clients explore their concerns, identify solutions, and develop plans of action that best fit their chosen life journeys.
Connie Geralyn Bussey-Hooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, QCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Living a “life worth living” can seem like a path only others get to travel, while our journey feels unfair, exceedingly difficult, or at times impossible. At times we discover that our struggles are the result of the choices we made, or the choices others have made that affect us. At other times, we unknowingly hold onto faulty beliefs about ourselves or others, living as if they are true or accurate. To cope, we develop strategies to make the journey seem more doable. They can indeed be helpful and carry us toward our goals, or be the very obstacle that prevents us from achieving our potential.
Living a “life worth living” can seem like a path only others get to travel, while our journey feels unfair, exceedingly difficult, or at times impossible. At times we discover that our struggles are the result of the choices we made, or the choices others have made that affect us. At other times, we unknowingly hold onto faulty beliefs about ourselves or others, living as if they are true or accurate. To cope, we develop strategies to make the journey seem more doable. They can indeed be helpful and carry us toward our goals, or be the very obstacle that prevents us from achieving our potential.
Life can feel stressful and overwhelming at times. We might struggle with everyday stressors like work and family obligations. We might face mental health concerns like depression and anxiety. Sometimes, our past, family of origin issues, or trauma catch up with us. Life's complexities can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Daily stressors such as work and family obligations can weigh heavily on our minds. Sometimes, the burdens of our past, family of origin issues, or traumatic experiences come knocking at our door. Therapy offers a beacon of hope in navigating these challenges.
Life can feel stressful and overwhelming at times. We might struggle with everyday stressors like work and family obligations. We might face mental health concerns like depression and anxiety. Sometimes, our past, family of origin issues, or trauma catch up with us. Life's complexities can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Daily stressors such as work and family obligations can weigh heavily on our minds. Sometimes, the burdens of our past, family of origin issues, or traumatic experiences come knocking at our door. Therapy offers a beacon of hope in navigating these challenges.
Mary Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Do you feel like something needs to change in your life? Are you having a hard time sorting through your thoughts and feelings? Feeling a little lost? Processing your thoughts and emotions in therapy will feel like a weight has been lifted and you’ll begin to make connections about patterns in your life and learn skills to find fulfillment. My greatest joy as a therapist is helping clients feel empowered to make positive changes. Please feel free to call or email and let's schedule a time to talk to see if we might be a good fit for therapy.
Accepting new clients! Do you feel like something needs to change in your life? Are you having a hard time sorting through your thoughts and feelings? Feeling a little lost? Processing your thoughts and emotions in therapy will feel like a weight has been lifted and you’ll begin to make connections about patterns in your life and learn skills to find fulfillment. My greatest joy as a therapist is helping clients feel empowered to make positive changes. Please feel free to call or email and let's schedule a time to talk to see if we might be a good fit for therapy.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
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+
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Matthew Mosley, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Matthew Mosley, MA, LPC, received his master’s degree in Professional Counseling at Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Matthew has years of combined experience working with Teens, Men, Woman, and Couples. Matthew’s therapeutic approach is customized to the personality and presenting needs of his clients. Matthew is a passionate, caring, professional who focuses on helping clients achieve their personal and/or relational goals. I offer a non-judgmental approach to doing therapy and strive towards your treatment goals to help increase communications and rebuild trust/respect.
Matthew Mosley, MA, LPC, received his master’s degree in Professional Counseling at Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Matthew has years of combined experience working with Teens, Men, Woman, and Couples. Matthew’s therapeutic approach is customized to the personality and presenting needs of his clients. Matthew is a passionate, caring, professional who focuses on helping clients achieve their personal and/or relational goals. I offer a non-judgmental approach to doing therapy and strive towards your treatment goals to help increase communications and rebuild trust/respect.
Life is journey that presents us with various challenges, it is nice to have support along this journey. My practice with clients is person centered, although I am along this journey with you, you are the facilitator. I provide a variety of mental health care for individuals who are looking to build skills and develop a community of support. I provide mental health care to individuals, couples, adolescents and families. I have a concentration in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, peer relationships, communication skills, young adult transitional support, and family relationships.
Life is journey that presents us with various challenges, it is nice to have support along this journey. My practice with clients is person centered, although I am along this journey with you, you are the facilitator. I provide a variety of mental health care for individuals who are looking to build skills and develop a community of support. I provide mental health care to individuals, couples, adolescents and families. I have a concentration in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, peer relationships, communication skills, young adult transitional support, and family relationships.
Stephanie S. McCann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48805 (Online Only)
I believe that resilience is in all of us and healing is a path we can choose to walk at any time if we are willing to take the first step. Sometimes even helping professionals need their own helper, someone to listen to their experiences and walk alongside them as they process the challenges of helping. Focusing on secondary traumatic stress and occupational stress issues I believe my role as a therapist is to support clients as they navigate their healing process.
I believe that resilience is in all of us and healing is a path we can choose to walk at any time if we are willing to take the first step. Sometimes even helping professionals need their own helper, someone to listen to their experiences and walk alongside them as they process the challenges of helping. Focusing on secondary traumatic stress and occupational stress issues I believe my role as a therapist is to support clients as they navigate their healing process.
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.
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.
Effective therapy is a collaborative process that involves creating rapport and focusing on person-centered goals. Creating a safe space that is welcoming and insightful is paramount to my role as a professional clinical mental health counselor. I seek to enable clients to find fulfillment in their therapeutic journeys and ultimately their post-therapy adventures.
Effective therapy is a collaborative process that involves creating rapport and focusing on person-centered goals. Creating a safe space that is welcoming and insightful is paramount to my role as a professional clinical mental health counselor. I seek to enable clients to find fulfillment in their therapeutic journeys and ultimately their post-therapy adventures.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
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.
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.
Courtney Schafer
Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel stuck in old patterns that are no longer serving you? Are you wanting to connect more with your authentic self and create a life in which you can thrive? Building an inner awareness and understanding of what makes you who you are, is my goal as your therapist! Working together, we can help you create a life in which you are able to have meaningful relationships and feel fulfilled. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the courage it takes to start the counseling process. I work with clients from an Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy/attachment theory, person-centered, and strength-based perspective.
Do you feel stuck in old patterns that are no longer serving you? Are you wanting to connect more with your authentic self and create a life in which you can thrive? Building an inner awareness and understanding of what makes you who you are, is my goal as your therapist! Working together, we can help you create a life in which you are able to have meaningful relationships and feel fulfilled. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the courage it takes to start the counseling process. I work with clients from an Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy/attachment theory, person-centered, and strength-based perspective.
No matter who you are, at some point or another, we all experience difficulties meeting the expectations of our roles or in finding the joy in life. You don’t have to go through these experiences alone. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or self-esteem issues, trauma, abuse, stress, feeling unsafe in the world, or even feeling unsure of exactly what is keeping you from your full potential, I am here to help guide you to feeling some relief. I will help you build insight and self-awareness so you are in control of your thoughts and behaviors so you have the skills and insight to continue thriving after therapy.
No matter who you are, at some point or another, we all experience difficulties meeting the expectations of our roles or in finding the joy in life. You don’t have to go through these experiences alone. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or self-esteem issues, trauma, abuse, stress, feeling unsafe in the world, or even feeling unsure of exactly what is keeping you from your full potential, I am here to help guide you to feeling some relief. I will help you build insight and self-awareness so you are in control of your thoughts and behaviors so you have the skills and insight to continue thriving after therapy.
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What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.