Family Therapy in Okemos, MI
Kirsten Spano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) that works with a wide range of clients from children to adults. By understanding the challenges that individuals and families encounter, I specialize in treating a broad range of concerns. I am committed to promoting a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.
I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) that works with a wide range of clients from children to adults. By understanding the challenges that individuals and families encounter, I specialize in treating a broad range of concerns. I am committed to promoting a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Welcome to my practice! First and foremost, I should tell you that I value, acknowledge, and respect the important step you are taking by looking for a therapist. Every person has a different way to achieve fulfillment, and we all have in common the challenges that life brings us in the road. Understanding that mental health does not necessarily mean the absence of illness, my goal in psychotherapy is to help you understand how to use your own experiences and psychological resources to be a better version of yourself. My practice is focused on the provision of individual therapy in English and Spanish.
Welcome to my practice! First and foremost, I should tell you that I value, acknowledge, and respect the important step you are taking by looking for a therapist. Every person has a different way to achieve fulfillment, and we all have in common the challenges that life brings us in the road. Understanding that mental health does not necessarily mean the absence of illness, my goal in psychotherapy is to help you understand how to use your own experiences and psychological resources to be a better version of yourself. My practice is focused on the provision of individual therapy in English and Spanish.
Areas of clinical focus: Depression, Self esteem. Anxiety, Coping / relaxation, Stress Management, Adolescences dealing with Divorce, School stress, Trauma. Clients I focus on are - Adults, Adolescences, College students, Student Athletes and Individual (10 + years old)
Areas of clinical focus: Depression, Self esteem. Anxiety, Coping / relaxation, Stress Management, Adolescences dealing with Divorce, School stress, Trauma. Clients I focus on are - Adults, Adolescences, College students, Student Athletes and Individual (10 + years old)
I want to help clients who feel misunderstood, estranged from society, or who are dissatisfied with their daily life or current relationships. You may feel anxious in situations deemed normal by others or unmotivated to engage in everyday activities. You may believe that something is innately wrong with you or that you are overly sensitive. I provide a safe space for clients to process difficult thoughts and feelings, express their authentic voice, and identify how change is possible and within reach. I want to help improve your self-awareness and self-esteem, and learn how to prioritize self-care to build and maintain mental health
I want to help clients who feel misunderstood, estranged from society, or who are dissatisfied with their daily life or current relationships. You may feel anxious in situations deemed normal by others or unmotivated to engage in everyday activities. You may believe that something is innately wrong with you or that you are overly sensitive. I provide a safe space for clients to process difficult thoughts and feelings, express their authentic voice, and identify how change is possible and within reach. I want to help improve your self-awareness and self-esteem, and learn how to prioritize self-care to build and maintain mental health
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.
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.
Tina Timm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
I primarily see clients who are struggling with issues related to sexuality. This is broadly defined but would include problems with intimacy (e.g., difficulty maintaining closeness), desire (e.g., not wanting to have sex), arousal (e.g., inability to achieve or maintain erections), and orgasm (e.g., not being able to, or having it happen too quickly). If you are in a committed relationship, I encourage the partner to be involved. I also see clients who are experiencing distress related to infidelity, sexual trauma, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Clients who identify as LGBTQ+ are warmly welcome.
I primarily see clients who are struggling with issues related to sexuality. This is broadly defined but would include problems with intimacy (e.g., difficulty maintaining closeness), desire (e.g., not wanting to have sex), arousal (e.g., inability to achieve or maintain erections), and orgasm (e.g., not being able to, or having it happen too quickly). If you are in a committed relationship, I encourage the partner to be involved. I also see clients who are experiencing distress related to infidelity, sexual trauma, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Clients who identify as LGBTQ+ are warmly welcome.
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.
Starr Golembiewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Are you frustrated with just surviving when what you really want is to thrive? Maybe for you thriving means having healthy relationships. Or maybe you want to feel more confident, and able to identify and express values to live a more authentic life. Perhaps it's time to re-write narratives formed from childhood abuse or other traumatic event(s). My goal is to create a safe environment where you feel heard, and your problems understood, so we can begin the process of helping you live your best life. I serve individuals, couples and families with a strengths-based, mindful, emotionally-focused approach that empowers change.
Are you frustrated with just surviving when what you really want is to thrive? Maybe for you thriving means having healthy relationships. Or maybe you want to feel more confident, and able to identify and express values to live a more authentic life. Perhaps it's time to re-write narratives formed from childhood abuse or other traumatic event(s). My goal is to create a safe environment where you feel heard, and your problems understood, so we can begin the process of helping you live your best life. I serve individuals, couples and families with a strengths-based, mindful, emotionally-focused approach that empowers change.
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.
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.
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.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
I believe it’s vital to support and encourage individuals going through hard times or transitioning in life. Everyone has goals and struggles that are unique to them, but for the most part, everyone just wants to feel better each day and to find ways to safely cope on the days where they don't feel so great. As someone who was diagnosed with ADHD at an early age, I am passionate about helping others dealing with ADHD, especially women who were diagnosed as adults. I also enjoy working with individuals dealing with anxiety or depression, LGBTQIA+ folks, new parents, and people who just need to talk with someone.
I believe it’s vital to support and encourage individuals going through hard times or transitioning in life. Everyone has goals and struggles that are unique to them, but for the most part, everyone just wants to feel better each day and to find ways to safely cope on the days where they don't feel so great. As someone who was diagnosed with ADHD at an early age, I am passionate about helping others dealing with ADHD, especially women who were diagnosed as adults. I also enjoy working with individuals dealing with anxiety or depression, LGBTQIA+ folks, new parents, and people who just need to talk with someone.
I personally have a wait list for new clients, but have therapists on staff at Blue Lotus Therapy Services with availability in our Brighton and Okemos locations, as well as Telehealth. I strive to practice openness, respect, curiosity, and accountability during sessions with my clients to create a space for changes that fit your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic interests include working with people who experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship/marital concerns, low self-esteem, identity conflict, and grief work.
I personally have a wait list for new clients, but have therapists on staff at Blue Lotus Therapy Services with availability in our Brighton and Okemos locations, as well as Telehealth. I strive to practice openness, respect, curiosity, and accountability during sessions with my clients to create a space for changes that fit your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic interests include working with people who experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship/marital concerns, low self-esteem, identity conflict, and grief work.
Roberta A Cross
Counselor, MA, LPC, CCPS-c
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Roberta specializes in working with women and men who have experienced partner relational trauma due to their partner’s problematic sexual behavior (sexual addiction). She is part of a limited and uniquely qualified group of therapists who are highly trained in the APSATS Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model. As an APSATS (The Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists) trained specialist, Roberta provides safety and stabilization, along with care, support and relational healing for those impacted by sexual addiction, relational betrayal and relational trauma.
Roberta specializes in working with women and men who have experienced partner relational trauma due to their partner’s problematic sexual behavior (sexual addiction). She is part of a limited and uniquely qualified group of therapists who are highly trained in the APSATS Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model. As an APSATS (The Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists) trained specialist, Roberta provides safety and stabilization, along with care, support and relational healing for those impacted by sexual addiction, relational betrayal and relational trauma.
Michele Alaine Pischea
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
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.
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.
Lisa M Bell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As of 3/16/20 teletherapy is offered to promote public health safety. I provide psychotherapy and evaluation services for clients of all ages with cognitive, psychological, developmental, learning and neurobehavioral disorders and needs. I am a registered nurse (in NYS) as well as a licenced psychologist (in NY and MI) with years of experience and welcome clients with serious, chronic and complex health conditions. I completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psycholgy from Columbia University, an Internship and Fellowship at Cornell University Medical College.
As of 3/16/20 teletherapy is offered to promote public health safety. I provide psychotherapy and evaluation services for clients of all ages with cognitive, psychological, developmental, learning and neurobehavioral disorders and needs. I am a registered nurse (in NYS) as well as a licenced psychologist (in NY and MI) with years of experience and welcome clients with serious, chronic and complex health conditions. I completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psycholgy from Columbia University, an Internship and Fellowship at Cornell University Medical College.
It can be difficult to reach out for help when dealing with mental health issues. I am here to help. I provide a person centered experience for clients from diverse backgrounds who are suffering from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addictions, and Domestic Violence. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization Response), hypnosis, and ear acupuncture to relieve trauma, stress and anxiety, including student anxiety over exams. I will draw on my extensive background and experience to provide the best therapeutic solution for you.
It can be difficult to reach out for help when dealing with mental health issues. I am here to help. I provide a person centered experience for clients from diverse backgrounds who are suffering from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addictions, and Domestic Violence. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization Response), hypnosis, and ear acupuncture to relieve trauma, stress and anxiety, including student anxiety over exams. I will draw on my extensive background and experience to provide the best therapeutic solution for you.
The term Legacy by definition means "something of value transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past." As I reflect upon my life I noticed people who laid up for me a legacy, a promise and hope. The most influential people who have impacted my life and who established a legacy for me were my grandparents. They established a legacy, it was the legacy of care, compassion, and goodwill to mankind. I saw kindness, love, patience, meekness, faithfulness, and gentleness and these are the qualities I bring into the therapeutic relationships.
The term Legacy by definition means "something of value transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past." As I reflect upon my life I noticed people who laid up for me a legacy, a promise and hope. The most influential people who have impacted my life and who established a legacy for me were my grandparents. They established a legacy, it was the legacy of care, compassion, and goodwill to mankind. I saw kindness, love, patience, meekness, faithfulness, and gentleness and these are the qualities I bring into the therapeutic relationships.
Life presents challenges to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. You often have no control of the challenges that come your way. Your only control is your response, which creates your experience. As a solutions-focused therapist, I collaborate with you to understand the power of your thoughts, and remind you that you have it within yourself to take back control of your emotional health.
Life presents challenges to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. You often have no control of the challenges that come your way. Your only control is your response, which creates your experience. As a solutions-focused therapist, I collaborate with you to understand the power of your thoughts, and remind you that you have it within yourself to take back control of your emotional health.
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.
