Domestic Abuse Therapists in Okemos, MI
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Hi! My name is Shi. I will introduce myself as someone who has a passion for meeting others where they are in their own remarkable journey through life. As a clinician and a human, I am dedicated to forming trusting mutual relationships that allow others to find their own ways to grow and heal. My experience is specializing in trauma-informed care and working with individuals experiencing a diverse range of needs including complex trauma, surviving domestic violence/abuse, adoption, early childhood adversities, and psychosis as a result of various factors.
Hi! My name is Shi. I will introduce myself as someone who has a passion for meeting others where they are in their own remarkable journey through life. As a clinician and a human, I am dedicated to forming trusting mutual relationships that allow others to find their own ways to grow and heal. My experience is specializing in trauma-informed care and working with individuals experiencing a diverse range of needs including complex trauma, surviving domestic violence/abuse, adoption, early childhood adversities, and psychosis as a result of various factors.
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Hello! I'm so glad that you're here. My name is Megan Vaccaro and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I graduated from Wayne State University and have been counseling for 20 years. I work with individuals ages 6+, couples, and families on issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, behavior issues, family conflict, trauma/abuse, and parenting issues. My treatment approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy which works with challenging distorted thinking. It's helpful to know how to challenge negative thoughts in order to have more positive experiences.
Hello! I'm so glad that you're here. My name is Megan Vaccaro and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I graduated from Wayne State University and have been counseling for 20 years. I work with individuals ages 6+, couples, and families on issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, behavior issues, family conflict, trauma/abuse, and parenting issues. My treatment approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy which works with challenging distorted thinking. It's helpful to know how to challenge negative thoughts in order to have more positive experiences.
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Mary Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
I have worked with many issues such as anxiety, depression, phase of life transition, trauma, sexual abuse and grief.
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.
I have worked with many issues such as anxiety, depression, phase of life transition, trauma, sexual abuse and grief.
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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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.
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Philip Gamber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
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 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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I empower individuals, couples and families to overcome personal obstacles. Building cohesiveness and structure to move forward in relationships and in life. My experience in Corporate America gives me the edge to work with individuals who want to improve their careers or just need to get that next promotion. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders and OTHER mental health concerns. Adolescents and children who struggle with bullies or just find school as difficult. I also work with adolescents and adults with substance abuse concerns, addiction, and I also perform crisis intervention.
I empower individuals, couples and families to overcome personal obstacles. Building cohesiveness and structure to move forward in relationships and in life. My experience in Corporate America gives me the edge to work with individuals who want to improve their careers or just need to get that next promotion. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders and OTHER mental health concerns. Adolescents and children who struggle with bullies or just find school as difficult. I also work with adolescents and adults with substance abuse concerns, addiction, and I also perform crisis intervention.
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Jessica Lynn Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, DP-CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
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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Kimberle Kwasnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAADC, CCS, CPS
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
Our goal in life is to be loved. We are remembered for how we make people feel. My goal as a therapist is to help families, couples and individuals with communication, coping and relationship skills to create a life that is this as loving and connected as possible. I have specialized in substance abuse for years. This has given me insight into abandonment issues, the need to escape to create emotional distance in relationships and how these types of patterns play out in relationships. My strengths are helping people to reconnect to their purpose in life and finding meaning in the relationships in their lives and rebuilding trust.
Our goal in life is to be loved. We are remembered for how we make people feel. My goal as a therapist is to help families, couples and individuals with communication, coping and relationship skills to create a life that is this as loving and connected as possible. I have specialized in substance abuse for years. This has given me insight into abandonment issues, the need to escape to create emotional distance in relationships and how these types of patterns play out in relationships. My strengths are helping people to reconnect to their purpose in life and finding meaning in the relationships in their lives and rebuilding trust.
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I have worked with all age groups, focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual assault and domestic violence, behavioral issues, and many other areas.
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn Schmitz and I am a Mental Health Therapist at Child and Family Charities in Lansing, MI. It is extremely important to me to provide a safe, open, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can feel free to be themselves and talk about anything that is on their mind. I use a person-centered, empowerment, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach and I am committed to working with you to achieve your goals.
I have worked with all age groups, focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual assault and domestic violence, behavioral issues, and many other areas.
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn Schmitz and I am a Mental Health Therapist at Child and Family Charities in Lansing, MI. It is extremely important to me to provide a safe, open, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can feel free to be themselves and talk about anything that is on their mind. I use a person-centered, empowerment, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach and I am committed to working with you to achieve your goals.
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My approach is helpful for processing traumas, PTSD, sexual issues, anxiety, psychological and physical abuse, traumatic loss, Relationship issues and addiction issues.
I provide compassionate and professional counseling services to my clients. I help individuals, children, couples and families on a variety of issues. If you need help with Trauma, relationships, addictions or just every day life issues I’m here for you. I have helped men , women and children. I use multiple theories in my office practice and over telehealth. We will use the approach that will help you the most, whether it be Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma focused Therapy or just being present and reflecting while listening to your story. We will learn to manage life‘s issues together.
My approach is helpful for processing traumas, PTSD, sexual issues, anxiety, psychological and physical abuse, traumatic loss, Relationship issues and addiction issues.
I provide compassionate and professional counseling services to my clients. I help individuals, children, couples and families on a variety of issues. If you need help with Trauma, relationships, addictions or just every day life issues I’m here for you. I have helped men , women and children. I use multiple theories in my office practice and over telehealth. We will use the approach that will help you the most, whether it be Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma focused Therapy or just being present and reflecting while listening to your story. We will learn to manage life‘s issues together.
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Gail L Van Amberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
I have been working in the mental health/substance abuse field for 40 years now. I have seen many trends in therapy come and go but have found the only thing that helps others is the technique that they can use on their own outside of the therapist's office. It is my mission to help others help themselves. My clients have found great benefit and healing in the very effective tools I use in therapy, such as EMDR, Emotional Freedom Techniques, Developmental Needs Meeting Strategies (DNMS), and my very own Thought Changing Exercise.
I have been working in the mental health/substance abuse field for 40 years now. I have seen many trends in therapy come and go but have found the only thing that helps others is the technique that they can use on their own outside of the therapist's office. It is my mission to help others help themselves. My clients have found great benefit and healing in the very effective tools I use in therapy, such as EMDR, Emotional Freedom Techniques, Developmental Needs Meeting Strategies (DNMS), and my very own Thought Changing Exercise.
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Jessica Flewelling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
As your therapist, I want to help you to discover what patterns in your life prevent you from thriving. I seek to help you uncover what events in your past contribute to any traumas, emotional difficulties, and fears. My goal is to journey with you in your healing. I will foster a safe environment in which to do these things.
As your therapist, I want to help you to discover what patterns in your life prevent you from thriving. I seek to help you uncover what events in your past contribute to any traumas, emotional difficulties, and fears. My goal is to journey with you in your healing. I will foster a safe environment in which to do these things.
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I believe in the power of therapy and that you are the director of your own journey. Let’s face it - life is hard and having a safe, supportive, compassionate space to tell your story can help as you navigate its terrain. I pride myself on working collaboratively with clients to bring about the change they desire whether it relates to anxieties, transitions, loss, mood impairment, self-acceptance, life stressors or any other area of growth and development. Together we can learn to better cope and roll with life’s punches.
I believe in the power of therapy and that you are the director of your own journey. Let’s face it - life is hard and having a safe, supportive, compassionate space to tell your story can help as you navigate its terrain. I pride myself on working collaboratively with clients to bring about the change they desire whether it relates to anxieties, transitions, loss, mood impairment, self-acceptance, life stressors or any other area of growth and development. Together we can learn to better cope and roll with life’s punches.
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I've had the privilege of walking alongside clients in their healing journeys and have found that, for many whose trust (in others and in themselves) has been shaken, finally feeling heard and understood serves as a powerful corrective experience. I believe that these experiences are crucial in facilitating personal growth and change. I recognize that all clients have unique strengths, and I build upon these to create a working alliance that is non-judgmental, empowerment-based, and client-focused.
I've had the privilege of walking alongside clients in their healing journeys and have found that, for many whose trust (in others and in themselves) has been shaken, finally feeling heard and understood serves as a powerful corrective experience. I believe that these experiences are crucial in facilitating personal growth and change. I recognize that all clients have unique strengths, and I build upon these to create a working alliance that is non-judgmental, empowerment-based, and client-focused.
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Rebecca Chessney Jones-Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, QIDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I am very passionate about helping others discover their potential and life purpose. In my private practice I prefer to use a Holistic approach to counseling while blending Trauma Focused Care with Client centered needs. I would like to assist in coaching and supporting women, children, and families to find their happiest and healthiest of realities.
I am very passionate about helping others discover their potential and life purpose. In my private practice I prefer to use a Holistic approach to counseling while blending Trauma Focused Care with Client centered needs. I would like to assist in coaching and supporting women, children, and families to find their happiest and healthiest of realities.
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Therapy for your Spirit LLC - Kimberly Zeiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, FLE
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
I am so glad you’re here! Reaching out for support can be hard sometimes. It takes courage. Discovering my profile means that you ARE ready to begin the healing process! Perhaps you are here because things have gotten unbearable, or you’ve come to the conclusion that you just want the help and support to heal your spirit. I can help you and would be honored to.
I am so glad you’re here! Reaching out for support can be hard sometimes. It takes courage. Discovering my profile means that you ARE ready to begin the healing process! Perhaps you are here because things have gotten unbearable, or you’ve come to the conclusion that you just want the help and support to heal your spirit. I can help you and would be honored to.
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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.
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Improved emotional health supports our whole-body wellness. My joy in psychotherapy is to accompany people from places of distress to paths of relief, positive change, expanded self-worth, and deeper bonds with the people they love. Worry, anxiety, sadness, and relationship conflict can take a toll on our immune system, confidence, productivity and connection with others. I believe all people are born noble. We all have strengths and inner capacities for growth and healing. Healing is a process--sometimes it is a quick journey, in other instances it may take more time. Therapy can be an important part of that process.
Improved emotional health supports our whole-body wellness. My joy in psychotherapy is to accompany people from places of distress to paths of relief, positive change, expanded self-worth, and deeper bonds with the people they love. Worry, anxiety, sadness, and relationship conflict can take a toll on our immune system, confidence, productivity and connection with others. I believe all people are born noble. We all have strengths and inner capacities for growth and healing. Healing is a process--sometimes it is a quick journey, in other instances it may take more time. Therapy can be an important part of that process.
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Jaynaya Barlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Live, Love & Laugh Family Service provides mental health and life coaching services. Owner operator, Jaynaya James holds a Masters Degree in Social Work and is also a Master Reiki Therapist and Advanced Level Intergrated Energy Therapist (IET). As you know there are several places in the area that provide mental health services, but this organization uses holistic methods in addition to traditional therapeutic modalities. Such as Reiki, IET sound and crystal healing along with aromatherapy. These therapies in addition to traditional modalities allow clients to heal on another level.
Live, Love & Laugh Family Service provides mental health and life coaching services. Owner operator, Jaynaya James holds a Masters Degree in Social Work and is also a Master Reiki Therapist and Advanced Level Intergrated Energy Therapist (IET). As you know there are several places in the area that provide mental health services, but this organization uses holistic methods in addition to traditional therapeutic modalities. Such as Reiki, IET sound and crystal healing along with aromatherapy. These therapies in addition to traditional modalities allow clients to heal on another level.
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Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Okemos understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Okemos understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.