Divorce Therapists in Southfield, MI
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Co-Parenting Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, EdS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48034
I help parents work together in a productive manner during and after separation/divorce. I believe "Living Separately, Parenting Together" can be achieved by all loving parents, even as they face major life transitions and difficult circumstances. I teach the skills of Co-Parenting so children will have receive a positive and cohesive parenting experience. Co-Parenting Solutions, LLC is a therapy, education, and mediation center for families experiencing separation and divorce who desire a positive Co-Parenting relationship with their former partner and/or are struggling with family issues related to divorce and separation.
I help parents work together in a productive manner during and after separation/divorce. I believe "Living Separately, Parenting Together" can be achieved by all loving parents, even as they face major life transitions and difficult circumstances. I teach the skills of Co-Parenting so children will have receive a positive and cohesive parenting experience. Co-Parenting Solutions, LLC is a therapy, education, and mediation center for families experiencing separation and divorce who desire a positive Co-Parenting relationship with their former partner and/or are struggling with family issues related to divorce and separation.
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My ideal client are young males ages 6-18, and married men who want to be better husbands and fathers. Growing up in households without male role models often has boys/men needing guidance. Without guidance can lead to current and future family dysfunction leading to divorce, duplicating fatherless homes, and making bad choices in life. I UNDERSTAND what it is like to have that "absent father void". I also understand what it is like to be a husband trying his best to become "that good father and husband" to his wife. Let's talk about how to get there. Please stay encouraged.
My ideal client are young males ages 6-18, and married men who want to be better husbands and fathers. Growing up in households without male role models often has boys/men needing guidance. Without guidance can lead to current and future family dysfunction leading to divorce, duplicating fatherless homes, and making bad choices in life. I UNDERSTAND what it is like to have that "absent father void". I also understand what it is like to be a husband trying his best to become "that good father and husband" to his wife. Let's talk about how to get there. Please stay encouraged.
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Front Line Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Southfield, MI 48075
I want to assist those that are seeking change and will be committed to the process. For example: 1. Grief and loss 2. Domestic Violence 3. Marriage and Divorce (to name a few) Their needs could include (but are not limited to): 1. Coping with the death of a loved one 2. Improving relationships 3. Setting realistic goals. I believe that individuals desire change but may lack clarity on how to make these adjustments. However, together we can make it happen.
I want to assist those that are seeking change and will be committed to the process. For example: 1. Grief and loss 2. Domestic Violence 3. Marriage and Divorce (to name a few) Their needs could include (but are not limited to): 1. Coping with the death of a loved one 2. Improving relationships 3. Setting realistic goals. I believe that individuals desire change but may lack clarity on how to make these adjustments. However, together we can make it happen.
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L.E.C. Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC, ACS
Verified Verified
Southfield, MI 48075
In my practice I provide psychotherapy to adults, teenagers, and couples in a warm, patient, non-judgmental environment. My office is an inviting, safe space for sharing. I work with people who seek support for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationships, family issues, anger, life balance, and life stressors. I assist in empowering people with areas such as work, school, and change in living dynamics, disabilities, self-care, relationship breakups and divorce. I have extensive experience with diversity, spirituality, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
In my practice I provide psychotherapy to adults, teenagers, and couples in a warm, patient, non-judgmental environment. My office is an inviting, safe space for sharing. I work with people who seek support for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationships, family issues, anger, life balance, and life stressors. I assist in empowering people with areas such as work, school, and change in living dynamics, disabilities, self-care, relationship breakups and divorce. I have extensive experience with diversity, spirituality, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
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If you are an adult who struggles with childhood trauma, an overwhelming grief, separation or divorce, or barely get along with your parent or child, I can help.
You wish people understood the hurt you carry every day. You are tired of pretending it didn’t happen; tired of being angry; tired of explaining; and tired of people expecting you to move on. You don’t have to hold the secret, or silence yourself any longer because others refuse to bear witness to your pain.
If you are an adult who struggles with childhood trauma, an overwhelming grief, separation or divorce, or barely get along with your parent or child, I can help.
You wish people understood the hurt you carry every day. You are tired of pretending it didn’t happen; tired of being angry; tired of explaining; and tired of people expecting you to move on. You don’t have to hold the secret, or silence yourself any longer because others refuse to bear witness to your pain.
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Deborah J Harrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48034 (Online Only)
Natural and/or national disasters, death, divorce, and other personal crises absolutely do affect human beings; but many try to push these events aside (as though they never happened).
Tele-mental health therapy provides the means of reaching clients who might, otherwise, never seek treatment due to reasons such as having anxiety about entering a therapist's office, time factor or distance, illness, or continued need for social distancing. I utilize a HIPPA supported tele-health platform. Each allows clients to engage in secure and confidential telehealth appointments. Clients are granted access to private tele-mental health sessions while remaining inside the security and comfort of your home, or perhaps during the office lunch break. I offer weekday sessions, as well as limited evening and weekend appointments.
Natural and/or national disasters, death, divorce, and other personal crises absolutely do affect human beings; but many try to push these events aside (as though they never happened).
Tele-mental health therapy provides the means of reaching clients who might, otherwise, never seek treatment due to reasons such as having anxiety about entering a therapist's office, time factor or distance, illness, or continued need for social distancing. I utilize a HIPPA supported tele-health platform. Each allows clients to engage in secure and confidential telehealth appointments. Clients are granted access to private tele-mental health sessions while remaining inside the security and comfort of your home, or perhaps during the office lunch break. I offer weekday sessions, as well as limited evening and weekend appointments.
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Any client can work through the process of change, it just depends on the their readiness for change and ability to accept help. With this I feel that I can help people work through any issue, however my primary focus is in couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, divorce, and family counseling. I have extensive experience also working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, spiritual counseling, substance abuse counseling, adjustment issues, and just every day struggles that any person may face during a stressful time in life.
Any client can work through the process of change, it just depends on the their readiness for change and ability to accept help. With this I feel that I can help people work through any issue, however my primary focus is in couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, divorce, and family counseling. I have extensive experience also working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, spiritual counseling, substance abuse counseling, adjustment issues, and just every day struggles that any person may face during a stressful time in life.
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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*
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*
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Certified Family, Divorce, and Post-Divorce Mediator.
I am a Certified Forensic Consultant and a Fully Licensed Counselor. I provide supervision for LLPCs. My therapeutic approach is holistic, to not just focus on the presenting concern(s). I offer cranial electrotherapy stimulation, Neurofeedback, and EMDR administered with state of the art technology, as treatment options. Comprehensive psychological testing/evaluations and medication evaluation/management is also available.
Certified Family, Divorce, and Post-Divorce Mediator.
I am a Certified Forensic Consultant and a Fully Licensed Counselor. I provide supervision for LLPCs. My therapeutic approach is holistic, to not just focus on the presenting concern(s). I offer cranial electrotherapy stimulation, Neurofeedback, and EMDR administered with state of the art technology, as treatment options. Comprehensive psychological testing/evaluations and medication evaluation/management is also available.
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HDW Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MAPC, MDiv, BA
Not Verified Not Verified
Southfield, MI 48076
My specialties includes, family systems,divorce recovery, codependency/boundaries, marital enrichment, premarital counseling, depression, low self-esteem, anger management, grief counseling, and anxiety, or work burn out.
Is it your desire to regain life style expectations. Integrated Counseling Spirituality with Psychology by Rev.Henry Williams is another way to provide buoyancy lifting families, children, couples, and individuals who are suffering with the pains of our times.Therefore all services are rendered using scale fees. .
My specialties includes, family systems,divorce recovery, codependency/boundaries, marital enrichment, premarital counseling, depression, low self-esteem, anger management, grief counseling, and anxiety, or work burn out.
Is it your desire to regain life style expectations. Integrated Counseling Spirituality with Psychology by Rev.Henry Williams is another way to provide buoyancy lifting families, children, couples, and individuals who are suffering with the pains of our times.Therefore all services are rendered using scale fees. .
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The Anger Doctor / Balance Life Mind & Well-Being
Counselor, MA, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48075
My team and I aim to help you move pass relationship issues, feeling overwhelmed, unhappy, frustrated or angry. We are ready to help you if you have experienced the loss of a loved one, or have daily feelings of sadness, fatigue or anxiety. We are able to help, if you've had to deal with emotional distress due to physical pain, lack of energy due to medical issues. Perhaps are you faced with job stress/loss, divorce or just an overall feeling of frustration from the daily cares of life? We care and can help you sort things through.
My team and I aim to help you move pass relationship issues, feeling overwhelmed, unhappy, frustrated or angry. We are ready to help you if you have experienced the loss of a loved one, or have daily feelings of sadness, fatigue or anxiety. We are able to help, if you've had to deal with emotional distress due to physical pain, lack of energy due to medical issues. Perhaps are you faced with job stress/loss, divorce or just an overall feeling of frustration from the daily cares of life? We care and can help you sort things through.
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I help children and families experiencing divorce in strengthening kids' coping strategies, and adults develop a healthy co-parenting relationship.
I have been working as a clinical mental health therapist for more than 20 years. I have a specialty degree in Child and Adolescent Counseling and enjoy working with adults as well. I believe in building positive coping skills, resiliency, and a positive outlook on life by having clients be an active part of their treatment. Using behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and play therapy techniques (for children) are some of the ways I can help clients achieve their goals. For my adult clients, I help identify areas where change has been difficult. From there we build confidence and reachable goals to make positive behavioral changes.
I help children and families experiencing divorce in strengthening kids' coping strategies, and adults develop a healthy co-parenting relationship.
I have been working as a clinical mental health therapist for more than 20 years. I have a specialty degree in Child and Adolescent Counseling and enjoy working with adults as well. I believe in building positive coping skills, resiliency, and a positive outlook on life by having clients be an active part of their treatment. Using behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and play therapy techniques (for children) are some of the ways I can help clients achieve their goals. For my adult clients, I help identify areas where change has been difficult. From there we build confidence and reachable goals to make positive behavioral changes.
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Brett Sherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Utilizing psychotherapy, sessions address adjustment issues, relationships, stress, familial discord, divorce, school and peer difficulties, parenting, anxiety, depression, and grief/ loss.
I am a licensed clinical therapist offering counseling services to children, adolescents, families, and individuals in Birmingham, Michigan. I also sees clients in both Michigan and New York virtually via a HIPAA compliant Teletherapy platform. I provide a safe, empathetic environment that invites open expression and exploration of thoughts and feelings so that meaningful changes are made.
Utilizing psychotherapy, sessions address adjustment issues, relationships, stress, familial discord, divorce, school and peer difficulties, parenting, anxiety, depression, and grief/ loss.
I am a licensed clinical therapist offering counseling services to children, adolescents, families, and individuals in Birmingham, Michigan. I also sees clients in both Michigan and New York virtually via a HIPAA compliant Teletherapy platform. I provide a safe, empathetic environment that invites open expression and exploration of thoughts and feelings so that meaningful changes are made.
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Joanna K Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48034
I help my clients discover the root causes of their presenting concerns, versus focusing on the surface thoughts and emotions. My areas of treatment focus include anxiety, depression, poor family relations, marital issues (including spousal infidelity or questions of divorce), employment and life transitions, grief and loss, abuse (mental, emotional, verbal and sexual) and spirituality. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Theory, and Biblical Principles to guide my clients in therapy. Beginning Aug. 2022, virtual appointments will be available on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
I help my clients discover the root causes of their presenting concerns, versus focusing on the surface thoughts and emotions. My areas of treatment focus include anxiety, depression, poor family relations, marital issues (including spousal infidelity or questions of divorce), employment and life transitions, grief and loss, abuse (mental, emotional, verbal and sexual) and spirituality. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Theory, and Biblical Principles to guide my clients in therapy. Beginning Aug. 2022, virtual appointments will be available on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
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Rose Cook
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48034 (Online Only)
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Life happens everyday. Life can be overwhelming and at those moments choosing to get support from a professional is a great plan. Family, marriage, relationships, health, and work are all areas in which life happens. So whether you are currently experiencing or still struggling with stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, divorce, palliative care (curable/chronic illness/pain/life-threatening), or are just in need of some self care, I am here to work with you towards creating balance in your life.
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Life happens everyday. Life can be overwhelming and at those moments choosing to get support from a professional is a great plan. Family, marriage, relationships, health, and work are all areas in which life happens. So whether you are currently experiencing or still struggling with stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, divorce, palliative care (curable/chronic illness/pain/life-threatening), or are just in need of some self care, I am here to work with you towards creating balance in your life.
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I have been practicing for over 9 years with individuals who have PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, marital issues, divorce, self-identity crisis issues, Grief/loss, LGBTQ ,life transitions, Court ordered therapy, career counseling, and most of all LIFE.
It takes courage to make the decision to search for a therapist. As an empath being a therapist has always been my calling. Having a connection with your therapist is crutial to the therapeutic process. Hearing your story is important to me. Is past trauma still haunting you now? Therapy can help you process traumatic events and heal. Is anxiety crippling you from living? I can help you figure out you're triggers and how to cope. Is depression making it difficult for you to get out of bed? I can help you uncover the root cause of your depression and help you find your purpose in life.
I have been practicing for over 9 years with individuals who have PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, marital issues, divorce, self-identity crisis issues, Grief/loss, LGBTQ ,life transitions, Court ordered therapy, career counseling, and most of all LIFE.
It takes courage to make the decision to search for a therapist. As an empath being a therapist has always been my calling. Having a connection with your therapist is crutial to the therapeutic process. Hearing your story is important to me. Is past trauma still haunting you now? Therapy can help you process traumatic events and heal. Is anxiety crippling you from living? I can help you figure out you're triggers and how to cope. Is depression making it difficult for you to get out of bed? I can help you uncover the root cause of your depression and help you find your purpose in life.
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Menachem Hojda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48075
A core part of humanity is to feel belonging. Many people experience that most intensely during childhood from their family and friends. As we grow older we develop other relationships that give us that sense of belonging. When you experience injuries to those relationships it can leave yo feeling isolated and depressed. When those injuries happen during childhood it is referred to as developmental trauma. But trauma is not a life sentence, in fact what many people don't know is that post-traumatic growth is more common than Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I work with individuals and families who want to understand trauma and grow.
A core part of humanity is to feel belonging. Many people experience that most intensely during childhood from their family and friends. As we grow older we develop other relationships that give us that sense of belonging. When you experience injuries to those relationships it can leave yo feeling isolated and depressed. When those injuries happen during childhood it is referred to as developmental trauma. But trauma is not a life sentence, in fact what many people don't know is that post-traumatic growth is more common than Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I work with individuals and families who want to understand trauma and grow.
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As a Black woman, you have gotten used to carrying the load intended for others, placing yourself last on your to-do list, and being strong for everyone else. You’re so afraid of disappointing others that you continue to suffer quietly despite the feelings of emptiness you experience. You keep your feelings to yourself and go about suppressing them, hoping the feelings will go away, but they won’t unless you decide to change.
As a Black woman, you have gotten used to carrying the load intended for others, placing yourself last on your to-do list, and being strong for everyone else. You’re so afraid of disappointing others that you continue to suffer quietly despite the feelings of emptiness you experience. You keep your feelings to yourself and go about suppressing them, hoping the feelings will go away, but they won’t unless you decide to change.
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Healthy Healing Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Healthy Healing Counseling Services focuses on adolescent girls and women’s issues. The mission of Healthy Healing Counseling Services is to provide a safe place for female adolescents and women to heal from life’s hurts and trauma so that they can be healthy and whole and reach their highest potential.
Healthy Healing Counseling Services focuses on adolescent girls and women’s issues. The mission of Healthy Healing Counseling Services is to provide a safe place for female adolescents and women to heal from life’s hurts and trauma so that they can be healthy and whole and reach their highest potential.
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Hala Alkhatib
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Do you feel that your life is not where you want it to be? Are you stuck and need help writing the next chapter in your life? Are you an adult experiencing life dissatisfaction, anxiety, or depression? I will work with you in a collaborative and a nonjudgmental space to help you feel better and succeed in reaching your goals.
Do you feel that your life is not where you want it to be? Are you stuck and need help writing the next chapter in your life? Are you an adult experiencing life dissatisfaction, anxiety, or depression? I will work with you in a collaborative and a nonjudgmental space to help you feel better and succeed in reaching your goals.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.