Therapists in Saint Charles, MI

Welcome! Here at Restore & Renew Counseling, we value a holistic approach to counseling. Counseling is an investment in oneself and you are worth it! I have years of extensive training working with athletes, college students, and maternal health. Specifically, I work with infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum related concerns, anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, relationship conflicts, parenting, work-life balance, career coaching issues and more. I use an integrated and holistic approach to counseling - Faith-based counseling, Talk Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, and Gottman Method.

Do you ever wonder if life should be more fulfilling and joyful? Many people grapple with feelings of anxiety and uncertainty about how to navigate their relationships, marriages, careers, & overall lives. Neglecting your own needs and failing to prioritize self-care can have significant long-term consequences for your mental and physical well-being, as well as the health of your relationships. Whether you're facing struggles within your marriage, difficulties in connecting with your partner, or simply seeking more harmony in your relationships, I'm here to help.

Our relationships have an enormous impact on our lives, and having tension in our most important relationships can cause tension in all areas of our lives. I understand the importance of resolving the stress in our relationships, and the care and patience it takes to do so. Together, we can help develop the tools to create improved communication and support to work towards healthy connections in life.

Life’s challenges can often wear us down, particularly when they affect our relationships, draining the affection and love we have for those we care about most. With over 30 years of experience, I am committed to helping others overcome the obstacles that prevent them from enjoying the life and relationships they desire. My counseling style is personal, warm, and supportive. I understand that discussing deep issues with a stranger can be intimidating, which is why I strive to create a friendly, non-judgmental space where individuals can talk openly about their lives and work on their issues.

After the fresh passion of a new or developing relationship cools, partners in marriages and committed relationships often find they experience a distancing from one another. Often this distancing results in anger and resentment toward partners. Problems which were once minor irritants now seem to be major issues which seem to always be a source of conflict and anger, or may be avoided entirely for fear of conflict. In counseling couples and families using the Gottman method, my passion is helping my clients transform their relationships and gain a new sense of optimism in their relational pursuits.

Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.

Our lives are stories and we all want them to be stories worth telling, that give us hope. Maybe you long to rewrite the story you are living. I believe everyone has the ability to change their story. Whether you are a couple, a family, or an individual, you can have hope. I desire to walk alongside you in your struggles and help you to forge a new path. Sometimes all it takes is a listening ear; sometimes it takes long, hard work. But you have the choice-to step out in courage and to start writing a new story.

I am a Gottman Marriage and Couples therapist and a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT-c). The goals of utilizing the Gottman Method are to help couples disarm conflicting verbal communication, increase intimacy, respect, and affection, remove barriers that create a feeling of stagnancy, and create a heightened sense of empathy and understanding within the context of the relationship. As a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT-c), I utilize Dr. Patrick Carnes' 30 Task Recovery Model. Using this model, I provide the most compassionate and effective treatment for individuals and families struggling with Addiction and

I am a National Board-Certified Counselor who has extensive training and experience working with men, women, and couples. As a CSAT I specialize in helping individuals and couples recover from sex/pornography addiction. As a CCPS, I specialize in helping partners heal from partner betrayal trauma. As a Gottman marriage therapist, I specialize in helping couples address the issues that keep them stuck. I can help couples move past the arguments and hurts so that they can rebuild their marriage in healthy ways. I am also the author of two books, "Behind The Smile" (2024), and "A Partner’s Guide To Truth & Healing" (2021).

Welcome! I specialize in working with individuals 17+ and couples facing a range of concerns, including intimacy and relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, affairs, and domestic violence. Each individual's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore openly. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, aiming to empower clients to overcome challenges and cultivate a life of fulfillment and resilience.

I interlace myriad strategies for assuaging complex trauma, increasing vulnerability, improving emotional and physical intimacy, strengthening relationships, and decreasing the disconnecting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

We all need a friendly ear, especially in difficult times. With someone in your corner you can build the coping skills needed to handle life's challenges with confidence. Macomb Therapy Group works with adults, adolescents, families and couples. Our clinicians have experience counseling people from a range of backgrounds and ages; facing a variety of challenges: from individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder; to children and adults in crisis and families with relational problems.

You are entitled to joy, love, and fulfillment in your personal life, relationships, and profession. I aim to help my clients improve their relationships, learn effective communication, and develop self-compassion by being present to them with warmth, empathy, and genuineness. Whether you are entering therapy to process and heal from the challenges you face, or to enhance your life and thrive, I am excited to be witness and co-navigator in the changes you seek. Together we will explore, empower, and discover the insight and motivation that can lead to lasting 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.

For whatever reason you are seeking therapy, I want to commend you for taking this first step. I am here for you. For me, the relationship between client and therapist is crucial. It is my goal to create a safe space for my clients to feel comfortable and cared for. Being vulnerable is not easy and having a judgement-free and compassionate environment is essential for us to work together toward your therapy goals.Using a strength-based lens I love to empower my clients to help them recognize their inner strengths. I work from a humanistic approach where I aim to understand my clients from their own identities and upbringing.

Clients who have found success with my approach often come to me for help with challenges like people-pleasing, where they put others' needs before their own, and struggling to set boundaries. They may also be dealing with anxiety, body image issues, and navigating major life changes, which can leave them feeling drained and resentful. These individuals are ready to explore new approaches to break unhelpful patterns, and they're looking for a therapist who is easy to relate to and open to ongoing feedback.

Open Aug slots! I specialize in intimacy & relationship concerns including infidelity, desire or sex therapy for individuals/couples with a focus on rebuilding connection, communication, and conflict skills. My treatment approach is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This includes exploring self-talk, relationships, and attachment patterns to help you better understand yourself and achieve your goals. I focus on educating the client, utilizing your strengths and providing techniques to overcome conflicts. My goal is not to diagnose you but to improve your life and your relationships to manage future concerns independently.

Change is possible. Every person deserves the right to a fulfilling life. A life in which their needs are met, they feel safe, secure, and they are able to work towards meeting their full potential. I believe that the foundation of successful therapy is a safe and trusting environment. This is facilitated by creating a relationship built on trust, compassion and communication. My approach to therapy is eclectic, client centered, emotion focused, strength based and evidence based.

If you are seeking a therapist that will take a genuine interest in you with a non-judgmental approach then I may be the therapist for you. My experience includes young adults, adults, couples, infidelity, first-episode psychosis, severe and persistent mental illness, trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse, substance abuse, pregnancy and post-partum issues, divorce and relationship issues. I am culturally/sexuality sensitive and accepting of all lifestyles, religions, and backgrounds. Working as a therapist is my passion so I will be committed to helping you through whatever you are struggling with. *TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE*