Family Therapy in Okemos, MI
Courtney Schafer
Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
My specializations include helping individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, psychological abuse, and/or may struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, self-esteem related issues, and family conflict/dysfunction.
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.
My specializations include helping individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, psychological abuse, and/or may struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, self-esteem related issues, and family conflict/dysfunction.
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.
Coming from a family of six and being a mother of three has helped me to better understand the sometimes complex issues of parenthood.
As an LCSW therapist, I have greatly improved the lives of children and their families by understanding that each family and child is unique. I believe the success of every child begins within the family unit. Prior to becoming an MSW therapist, I worked for 15+ years as a Montessori teacher guiding the development of children. This experience allows me to address children's academic and emotional needs. Let me help you establish a strong and positive bond with your children.
Coming from a family of six and being a mother of three has helped me to better understand the sometimes complex issues of parenthood.
As an LCSW therapist, I have greatly improved the lives of children and their families by understanding that each family and child is unique. I believe the success of every child begins within the family unit. Prior to becoming an MSW therapist, I worked for 15+ years as a Montessori teacher guiding the development of children. This experience allows me to address children's academic and emotional needs. Let me help you establish a strong and positive bond with your children.
Connie M Maundu-Pajak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Hello. Welcome !! I am excited to work for you and your family. I have been a therapist for 14 years , working with families and individuals to help them reach their full potential. I am multilingual and have worked with clients from various parts of the world and religious backgrounds. I work with families, individuals and children from ages 8 and above specializing in depression and anxiety, childhood trauma, emotional regulation and anger related issues, learning disorders , personality and mood disorders and parenting skills. Tweens, teens, college students, individuals and families. Parental participation for younger ones.
Hello. Welcome !! I am excited to work for you and your family. I have been a therapist for 14 years , working with families and individuals to help them reach their full potential. I am multilingual and have worked with clients from various parts of the world and religious backgrounds. I work with families, individuals and children from ages 8 and above specializing in depression and anxiety, childhood trauma, emotional regulation and anger related issues, learning disorders , personality and mood disorders and parenting skills. Tweens, teens, college students, individuals and families. Parental participation for younger ones.
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.
Jaynaya Barlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Live, Love & Laugh Family Services is also a teaching facility.
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 Services is also a teaching facility.
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.
Allison Dennis is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She works with children and adolescents age 7-18 and young adults up to about age 25. She uses a client-centered and strength-based approach to meet clients where they are at and help them reach their goals. Allison specializes in depression, mood disorders, anxiety, adjustment to life changes, parenting, peer/relationship struggles, and family conflict. She has been trained in Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
Allison Dennis is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She works with children and adolescents age 7-18 and young adults up to about age 25. She uses a client-centered and strength-based approach to meet clients where they are at and help them reach their goals. Allison specializes in depression, mood disorders, anxiety, adjustment to life changes, parenting, peer/relationship struggles, and family conflict. She has been trained in Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
Eneziah Walters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
Availability for couples. Waitlist for individual I am a licensed Clinical Therapist. I work with individuals and families to help navigate through life’s difficulties such as anxiety, peer/ family relationships, and behavioral challenges. Integrating evidence-based practices, such as EMDR and EFT, will help you manage difficult emotions; cope with stress; build resiliency to discomfort or pain, and address challenges. My approach is accepting, affirming, and collaborative.
Availability for couples. Waitlist for individual I am a licensed Clinical Therapist. I work with individuals and families to help navigate through life’s difficulties such as anxiety, peer/ family relationships, and behavioral challenges. Integrating evidence-based practices, such as EMDR and EFT, will help you manage difficult emotions; cope with stress; build resiliency to discomfort or pain, and address challenges. My approach is accepting, affirming, and collaborative.
I work with adults who experience a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting, and life transitions.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, and I love helping my clients become more mindful of how they interact with themselves and others in their environment. My ideal clients are couples, individuals, and families struggling with interpersonal issues.
I work with adults who experience a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting, and life transitions.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, and I love helping my clients become more mindful of how they interact with themselves and others in their environment. My ideal clients are couples, individuals, and families struggling with interpersonal issues.
Lizette Chacon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48805 (Online Only)
My educational background includes a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies and a Master’s in Social Work from Michigan State University.
¡Hablo español! As a bilingual therapist (English & Spanish), I am passionate about helping people heal through difficult times, from past trauma, grief, and loss, as well as the different challenges one could be facing. I understand that no single approach works for every single individual, therefore I use an eclectic approach to treat each patient’s needs. As your therapist, I am here to support you, as well as help you learn and grow throughout the process of healing. I understand the value of having someone listen to you, to be in a safe and non-judgmental space, and to feel validated.
My educational background includes a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies and a Master’s in Social Work from Michigan State University.
¡Hablo español! As a bilingual therapist (English & Spanish), I am passionate about helping people heal through difficult times, from past trauma, grief, and loss, as well as the different challenges one could be facing. I understand that no single approach works for every single individual, therefore I use an eclectic approach to treat each patient’s needs. As your therapist, I am here to support you, as well as help you learn and grow throughout the process of healing. I understand the value of having someone listen to you, to be in a safe and non-judgmental space, and to feel validated.
Often family history and life experiences have taught us unhealthy skills of dealing with the painful events in our lives. You may have found yourself in place where you are reacting in ways you never thought you would and not living the life you want. It's common to not even know why you are feeling the way you do. Exhaustion, frustration, anger and being easily overwhelmed are just a few common indicators there is something going on with your emotional self. If you are struggling know there is a different way.
Often family history and life experiences have taught us unhealthy skills of dealing with the painful events in our lives. You may have found yourself in place where you are reacting in ways you never thought you would and not living the life you want. It's common to not even know why you are feeling the way you do. Exhaustion, frustration, anger and being easily overwhelmed are just a few common indicators there is something going on with your emotional self. If you are struggling know there is a different way.
Sally Demshur
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPH, RN
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in work with couples, I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Are you tired of the same argument over and over again? Feeling unheard in your relationship? Frustrated because no matter what you do, you just can’t get it right with your partner? Missing the intimacy and connection with the person you love the most? The most important relationships in our lives can be the source of some of our greatest joy, as well as our greatest pain. It’s no coincidence that our most important relationships can often take the most work, though this work can be enriching and productive. Now more than ever, resilient, connected relationships can have a profound effect on mental health and well-being.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in work with couples, I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Are you tired of the same argument over and over again? Feeling unheard in your relationship? Frustrated because no matter what you do, you just can’t get it right with your partner? Missing the intimacy and connection with the person you love the most? The most important relationships in our lives can be the source of some of our greatest joy, as well as our greatest pain. It’s no coincidence that our most important relationships can often take the most work, though this work can be enriching and productive. Now more than ever, resilient, connected relationships can have a profound effect on mental health and well-being.
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I have degrees in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work with many years of experience working in Family Court, Foster Care & Adoption, and Refugee Services.
Sometimes life can be challenging, to the point that you might feel overwhelmed with everything that is occurring and finding someone to talk to can be difficult at best. I use Integrative psychotherapy techniques in my work with adolescents, adults, & couples which allows me to consider the individual characteristics, preferences, needs, abilities, spiritual beliefs, & motivation level of each individual client and presenting concern. By combining elements drawn from different schools of psychological theory & research I aim to be more flexible & inclusive, making therapy something to look forward to.
I have degrees in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work with many years of experience working in Family Court, Foster Care & Adoption, and Refugee Services.
Sometimes life can be challenging, to the point that you might feel overwhelmed with everything that is occurring and finding someone to talk to can be difficult at best. I use Integrative psychotherapy techniques in my work with adolescents, adults, & couples which allows me to consider the individual characteristics, preferences, needs, abilities, spiritual beliefs, & motivation level of each individual client and presenting concern. By combining elements drawn from different schools of psychological theory & research I aim to be more flexible & inclusive, making therapy something to look forward to.
Ellie Feldmann
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Does your past still haunt you? Do you find yourself struggling with childhood trauma, attachment issues, or just your basic family baggage? Is it time to deal with those unresolved issues so that they don't continue to impact you? When you are sick and tired of making the same bad decision, its time to make that appointment to work through your stuff. I am a straightforward therapist who will challenge you to explore the why behind your current behaviors. Clients have described my approach as not "touchy-feely" and we will get down to work right away. Therapy doesn't have to be a lifelong journey but it needs to work!
Does your past still haunt you? Do you find yourself struggling with childhood trauma, attachment issues, or just your basic family baggage? Is it time to deal with those unresolved issues so that they don't continue to impact you? When you are sick and tired of making the same bad decision, its time to make that appointment to work through your stuff. I am a straightforward therapist who will challenge you to explore the why behind your current behaviors. Clients have described my approach as not "touchy-feely" and we will get down to work right away. Therapy doesn't have to be a lifelong journey but it needs to work!
I am experienced in providing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Parent and Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Social and Communication Skills Development, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Accepting new clients for Parent Child Interaction Therapy! Is what you are currently doing working to give you the sort of life you want, in the long term? Do your thoughts and feelings help you to move toward a richer, fuller and more meaningful life? Sometimes we get stuck in patterns of behaviors that pulls us away from mindful, value based living. I strive to create a judgement free space where we can work together to better understand your goals, strengths and values while learning new strategies and skills to help you take action to build a better and more meaningful life.
I am experienced in providing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Parent and Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Social and Communication Skills Development, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Accepting new clients for Parent Child Interaction Therapy! Is what you are currently doing working to give you the sort of life you want, in the long term? Do your thoughts and feelings help you to move toward a richer, fuller and more meaningful life? Sometimes we get stuck in patterns of behaviors that pulls us away from mindful, value based living. I strive to create a judgement free space where we can work together to better understand your goals, strengths and values while learning new strategies and skills to help you take action to build a better and more meaningful life.
Sara B Dupuis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
I am fully licensed as both a Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist.
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
I am fully licensed as both a Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist.
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, premarital therapy, infidelity, relationship conflict, divorce/remarriage, family-of-origin conflict, academic/profession-related struggles, grief/loss, LGBTQ+ issues, and difficulties with life stressors and transitions.
I believe all clients possess the solutions to their problems. Therapy is a place to discover these solutions and find new ways of thinking, behaving, and feeling. Working from a systemic and insight-oriented perspective, I help clients achieve a better sense of awareness that can alter behavior and functioning. As a client-focused therapist, I strongly value the therapeutic relationship. Whether the focus is to alleviate current stress or understand life-long issues, I provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space that allows us to develop a collaborative relationship to work towards achieving the goals of the client.
I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, premarital therapy, infidelity, relationship conflict, divorce/remarriage, family-of-origin conflict, academic/profession-related struggles, grief/loss, LGBTQ+ issues, and difficulties with life stressors and transitions.
I believe all clients possess the solutions to their problems. Therapy is a place to discover these solutions and find new ways of thinking, behaving, and feeling. Working from a systemic and insight-oriented perspective, I help clients achieve a better sense of awareness that can alter behavior and functioning. As a client-focused therapist, I strongly value the therapeutic relationship. Whether the focus is to alleviate current stress or understand life-long issues, I provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space that allows us to develop a collaborative relationship to work towards achieving the goals of the client.
Gita Mahabir- Kohlsmith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LE, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I cover all your aspects using the wellness wheel! Emotional, physical, career, family, sex, diagnosis, relationships, feuds and more! Together we can work on you speaking your truth, boundaries, finding out answers for what is best for you! Making better decisions! Empowering!.
At Mahabir wellness we know that what you want more than anything right now is to stop feeling lonely, rejected ,no boundaries & more. Want to feel relaxed & in a positive direction? For that to happen, you need direction, answers, confidence, game plan, treatment plan. You want hope, courage & steady support to empower you. The problem is not believing that change, results, movement, grace & solutions can happen. You feel depressed, sad, hopeless, stuck, alone, unwanted, scared. At Mahabir wellness, we believe we can make change, uplift, add courage, boundaries answers, solutions, movement. We deeply understand.
I cover all your aspects using the wellness wheel! Emotional, physical, career, family, sex, diagnosis, relationships, feuds and more! Together we can work on you speaking your truth, boundaries, finding out answers for what is best for you! Making better decisions! Empowering!.
At Mahabir wellness we know that what you want more than anything right now is to stop feeling lonely, rejected ,no boundaries & more. Want to feel relaxed & in a positive direction? For that to happen, you need direction, answers, confidence, game plan, treatment plan. You want hope, courage & steady support to empower you. The problem is not believing that change, results, movement, grace & solutions can happen. You feel depressed, sad, hopeless, stuck, alone, unwanted, scared. At Mahabir wellness, we believe we can make change, uplift, add courage, boundaries answers, solutions, movement. We deeply understand.
Beacon Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Carrie received her Bachelors of Arts degree from Michigan State University and her Masters of Social Work degree from Wayne State University. She began her clinical practice at the Children's Center in Detroit. She was subsequently the Child and Family Therapist for Central MI Community Mental Health and started seeing clients in a private practice setting in 2003. Carrie has also taught Sociology classes at the collegiate level. Carrie has experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults on a wide variety of issues. A lifelong believer in the innate health of all people, Carrie utilizes a strengths-based approach with care and compassion.
Carrie received her Bachelors of Arts degree from Michigan State University and her Masters of Social Work degree from Wayne State University. She began her clinical practice at the Children's Center in Detroit. She was subsequently the Child and Family Therapist for Central MI Community Mental Health and started seeing clients in a private practice setting in 2003. Carrie has also taught Sociology classes at the collegiate level. Carrie has experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults on a wide variety of issues. A lifelong believer in the innate health of all people, Carrie utilizes a strengths-based approach with care and compassion.
Elizabeth Sawyer Danowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Are you frustrated with the chaos, but don't know how to change it? Does your child need help? Is your family stuck in a rut? Are your kids hurting inside or struggling with life's challenges? I offer specialized therapy services to children and families, combining traditional talk therapy with the latest developments in play therapy. Because play is one of the fundamental building blocks of all communication; it works, even with very young children.
Are you frustrated with the chaos, but don't know how to change it? Does your child need help? Is your family stuck in a rut? Are your kids hurting inside or struggling with life's challenges? I offer specialized therapy services to children and families, combining traditional talk therapy with the latest developments in play therapy. Because play is one of the fundamental building blocks of all communication; it works, even with very young children.
I work with children, adolescents, and families. Depending on the reason for treatment, I see clients individually, as a family, and in groups. The focus of treatment is individualized and tailored to meet the individual and/or group need(s). Examples of issues addressed include: autism, anxiety, depression, coping, and trauma. I am an eclectic therapist and use many different approaches to meet each individual client's needs.
I work with children, adolescents, and families. Depending on the reason for treatment, I see clients individually, as a family, and in groups. The focus of treatment is individualized and tailored to meet the individual and/or group need(s). Examples of issues addressed include: autism, anxiety, depression, coping, and trauma. I am an eclectic therapist and use many different approaches to meet each individual client's needs.
