Humanistic Therapists in Southfield, MI
Carly Podzikowski
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a humanistic style that lends itself to adapting to your needs.
Are you dealing with changes in ability with a chronic illness, aging, or trying to navagate a difficult situation at work? Coming to terms with these adjustments of life, ability, and changes in our mental health can be difficult to manage alone. I would love to work with you to develop a plan between what is and where you’d like to be. There may be many new and different emotions that come up for you and we can talk through them as your reality shifts. This is challenging work but I can be here with you to facilitate growth and understanding
I have a humanistic style that lends itself to adapting to your needs.
Are you dealing with changes in ability with a chronic illness, aging, or trying to navagate a difficult situation at work? Coming to terms with these adjustments of life, ability, and changes in our mental health can be difficult to manage alone. I would love to work with you to develop a plan between what is and where you’d like to be. There may be many new and different emotions that come up for you and we can talk through them as your reality shifts. This is challenging work but I can be here with you to facilitate growth and understanding
Melissa Hill
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Waitlist for new clients
I also use trauma informed, eclectic, and creative strategies including EMDR, Humanistic, Narrative, Somatic, Existentialist, ACT, CBT, and strength-based approaches.
With a curious, collaborative, warm, and direct perspective, I help LGBTQIA+ adults working through trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and identity exploration. Everyone has a unique story, perspective, and experience. Sometimes it helps to have someone walk with us to explore our identity, work through life challenges or traumas, and to find fulfillment. What do you want to do in your life? Where do you want to go? How do you want to be true to yourself? I have some maps to suggest, but you have the power to choose the one best for you.
I also use trauma informed, eclectic, and creative strategies including EMDR, Humanistic, Narrative, Somatic, Existentialist, ACT, CBT, and strength-based approaches.
With a curious, collaborative, warm, and direct perspective, I help LGBTQIA+ adults working through trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and identity exploration. Everyone has a unique story, perspective, and experience. Sometimes it helps to have someone walk with us to explore our identity, work through life challenges or traumas, and to find fulfillment. What do you want to do in your life? Where do you want to go? How do you want to be true to yourself? I have some maps to suggest, but you have the power to choose the one best for you.
Sarah Redman
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
My approach is humanistic and culturally sensitive.
Are you part of the LGBTQ+ community, feeling isolated and like no one understands you? Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, or finding difficulty relating with family and friends? Are you discovering your identity and navigating personal and emotional challenges that come with that process? It can be very difficult to feel connected to loved ones if they don’t understand every part of you, and the emotions that follow can be hard to navigate alone. I can work with you and provide you the support you need to cope with your emotions; to understand and value your identity; and transition into living authentically.
My approach is humanistic and culturally sensitive.
Are you part of the LGBTQ+ community, feeling isolated and like no one understands you? Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, or finding difficulty relating with family and friends? Are you discovering your identity and navigating personal and emotional challenges that come with that process? It can be very difficult to feel connected to loved ones if they don’t understand every part of you, and the emotions that follow can be hard to navigate alone. I can work with you and provide you the support you need to cope with your emotions; to understand and value your identity; and transition into living authentically.
Monique Ann Nash
Limited Licensed Psychologist, TLLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Connection and acceptance allow us to move through life with hope, dignity, and the ability to embrace our authentic selves. I use a range of therapeutic techniques that are responsive to client needs, but my core therapeutic approach is rooted in humanistic practice. Humanistic psychology views people as innately good, unique, and capable of growth. We can work towards healing, change and growth while acknowledging the strengths you already have. A core value I have is making therapy accessible, and so I offer virtual cash fee sessions based on financial need with as little gatekeeping as possible.
Connection and acceptance allow us to move through life with hope, dignity, and the ability to embrace our authentic selves. I use a range of therapeutic techniques that are responsive to client needs, but my core therapeutic approach is rooted in humanistic practice. Humanistic psychology views people as innately good, unique, and capable of growth. We can work towards healing, change and growth while acknowledging the strengths you already have. A core value I have is making therapy accessible, and so I offer virtual cash fee sessions based on financial need with as little gatekeeping as possible.
I am primarily a Humanistic Therapist, and I also use Internal Family Systems Therapy among other modalities.
Not getting enough out of life? Having a hard time seeing beyond the troubles? Are you stuck in some bad patterns? As lonely as it seems, you are not the only one...Everyone has struggles...And some people have the courage to face them as well. Therapy has helped a lot of people.
I am primarily a Humanistic Therapist, and I also use Internal Family Systems Therapy among other modalities.
Not getting enough out of life? Having a hard time seeing beyond the troubles? Are you stuck in some bad patterns? As lonely as it seems, you are not the only one...Everyone has struggles...And some people have the courage to face them as well. Therapy has helped a lot of people.
Many people notice an incongruence between the person they feel they are inside and the person they present to the world. Sometimes we feel a sense of disconnection– from ourselves, our goals, our histories, our loved ones, or our communities. Many of us feel trapped by old patterns while recognizing that a new approach might be needed to achieve our goals. If any of this resonates with you– you’re not alone. I’ve been there! Grounded in humanistic and anti-oppressive values, I’m passionate about walking alongside people as they grow, heal, and reconnect with their inner strengths.
Many people notice an incongruence between the person they feel they are inside and the person they present to the world. Sometimes we feel a sense of disconnection– from ourselves, our goals, our histories, our loved ones, or our communities. Many of us feel trapped by old patterns while recognizing that a new approach might be needed to achieve our goals. If any of this resonates with you– you’re not alone. I’ve been there! Grounded in humanistic and anti-oppressive values, I’m passionate about walking alongside people as they grow, heal, and reconnect with their inner strengths.
The three core tenets of my practice are heavily influenced by Polyvagal Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy.
I regard the therapeutic environment as the ideal space to collaborate on healing the engineered grief and nervous system dysregulation foisted on us by late stage capitalism and it’s agents (all of the ism’s and phobia’s), as well as our distinctly modern problems; omnipresent social media , climate change grief, and political fascism. I find great joy in working with the misfits among us regardless of age, and am particularly interested in supporting individuals who either suspect or have obtained a later-in-life neurodiverse diagnosis like ADHD or Autism and are working to understand the role this will play in their life!
The three core tenets of my practice are heavily influenced by Polyvagal Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy.
I regard the therapeutic environment as the ideal space to collaborate on healing the engineered grief and nervous system dysregulation foisted on us by late stage capitalism and it’s agents (all of the ism’s and phobia’s), as well as our distinctly modern problems; omnipresent social media , climate change grief, and political fascism. I find great joy in working with the misfits among us regardless of age, and am particularly interested in supporting individuals who either suspect or have obtained a later-in-life neurodiverse diagnosis like ADHD or Autism and are working to understand the role this will play in their life!
Hala Alkhatib
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
My training in humanistic and person-centered therapy has prepared me to meet you where you are and to treat you as a person, not as a collection of symptoms.
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.
My training in humanistic and person-centered therapy has prepared me to meet you where you are and to treat you as a person, not as a collection of symptoms.
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.
Tara Barr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, JD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize a holistic and integrative approach to therapy, meaning I consider the entire person while using a mix of psychological approaches including Humanistic-Existential, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Psychodynamic.
Are negative thoughts and feelings keeping you from living your best life? I believe that we all deserve to live a purpose driven, meaningful life. Together we can work to manage emotions and life experiences to empower you to live your best life in accordance with your values. I use counseling to help people clarify and achieve personal goals and work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, lifestyle/wellness, self-esteem, effective communication, and family conflict. I empower individuals to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships.
I utilize a holistic and integrative approach to therapy, meaning I consider the entire person while using a mix of psychological approaches including Humanistic-Existential, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Psychodynamic.
Are negative thoughts and feelings keeping you from living your best life? I believe that we all deserve to live a purpose driven, meaningful life. Together we can work to manage emotions and life experiences to empower you to live your best life in accordance with your values. I use counseling to help people clarify and achieve personal goals and work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, lifestyle/wellness, self-esteem, effective communication, and family conflict. I empower individuals to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships.
As a humanistic practitioner, I support folks struggling to navigate tough transitions, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, and grief.
Are you struggling with feelings of powerlessness, unworthiness, or shame? Are these emotions affecting your mood, career, relationships, or daily life? Are you eager for change but unsure where to begin? If so, I’m Tiff, and I would be honored to be part of your self-work and transformation. I believe therapy can be a place for collaborative healing and liberation, where you can reclaim your power and feel freer. Drawing on anti-oppressive, empowerment, and radical acceptance frameworks, I'm here to listen whenever you're ready to begin.
As a humanistic practitioner, I support folks struggling to navigate tough transitions, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, and grief.
Are you struggling with feelings of powerlessness, unworthiness, or shame? Are these emotions affecting your mood, career, relationships, or daily life? Are you eager for change but unsure where to begin? If so, I’m Tiff, and I would be honored to be part of your self-work and transformation. I believe therapy can be a place for collaborative healing and liberation, where you can reclaim your power and feel freer. Drawing on anti-oppressive, empowerment, and radical acceptance frameworks, I'm here to listen whenever you're ready to begin.
My areas of expertise are Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic and Person-Centered modalities.
My approach to therapy relies on creating a safe environment to assist you in processing and healing various aspects of your life. It is imperative to provide a therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion, in order to help you reach your goals. Through empathy and acceptance, I will work with you towards restoration, happiness, satisfaction, and the unlocking of your true potential. I am committed in providing and implementing the most effective professional services.
My areas of expertise are Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic and Person-Centered modalities.
My approach to therapy relies on creating a safe environment to assist you in processing and healing various aspects of your life. It is imperative to provide a therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion, in order to help you reach your goals. Through empathy and acceptance, I will work with you towards restoration, happiness, satisfaction, and the unlocking of your true potential. I am committed in providing and implementing the most effective professional services.
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While we can't change difficult situations of the past or present, we can work together to better understand those experiences and how they may be affecting your life today. By utilizing a variety of complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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While we can't change difficult situations of the past or present, we can work together to better understand those experiences and how they may be affecting your life today. By utilizing a variety of complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Drawing from humanistic and mindfulness practices, I will craft personalized treatment plans to help you not only regain your footing but thrive in life.
Life's challenges can often leave us feeling drained, anxious, or uncertain about our identity and place in the world. Therapy offers a path to reconnect with your true self and find meaning in your journey. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your emotions and develop the tools you need to move toward the life you desire. Using cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered approaches, I will guide you in managing burnout, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Drawing from humanistic and mindfulness practices, I will craft personalized treatment plans to help you not only regain your footing but thrive in life.
Life's challenges can often leave us feeling drained, anxious, or uncertain about our identity and place in the world. Therapy offers a path to reconnect with your true self and find meaning in your journey. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your emotions and develop the tools you need to move toward the life you desire. Using cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered approaches, I will guide you in managing burnout, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Megan Spees
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, CAADC, CCTSI, CSAT-c, CCPS-c
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48033
Mental health is just as important as physical health to our overall well-being. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist and a certified trauma specialist as well as a marriage counselor. I can work with you to develop a wide variety of coping skills to help you work towards your goals of living your best life. Are you noticing mental health symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, anxiety, depression or self-harm? I utilize a humanistic, holistic, strength-based approach to help increase your level of tolerance for dealing with these complicated mental health symptoms. I also offer EMDR for the treatment of complex PTSD.
Mental health is just as important as physical health to our overall well-being. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist and a certified trauma specialist as well as a marriage counselor. I can work with you to develop a wide variety of coping skills to help you work towards your goals of living your best life. Are you noticing mental health symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, anxiety, depression or self-harm? I utilize a humanistic, holistic, strength-based approach to help increase your level of tolerance for dealing with these complicated mental health symptoms. I also offer EMDR for the treatment of complex PTSD.
Ch.A.T.S Child Therapists
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyS, LLP, LLPC, CAADC-D, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48033
will give you reliable and humanistic services.
Hello, here at Children Assessment and Therapy Services LLC , we specialize in Children therapies. Does your child or teen suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, irregulated emotions, or even poor grades ? Your child can learn skills that will help with confidence, affect regulation, and coping strategies. Has your child learned how to do "StarFish" breathing or utilize "Dear Man"? We also encourage and teach Kids Yoga and many other Mindfulness techniques. These are some skills that are practiced daily and are proven helpful in improving grades, social and emotional well being.
will give you reliable and humanistic services.
Hello, here at Children Assessment and Therapy Services LLC , we specialize in Children therapies. Does your child or teen suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, irregulated emotions, or even poor grades ? Your child can learn skills that will help with confidence, affect regulation, and coping strategies. Has your child learned how to do "StarFish" breathing or utilize "Dear Man"? We also encourage and teach Kids Yoga and many other Mindfulness techniques. These are some skills that are practiced daily and are proven helpful in improving grades, social and emotional well being.
My therapeutic approach is a combination of psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused therapy.
I'm a trained EMDR therapist, which means I specialize in any type of trauma, anxiety, stress, or depression. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the field with anyone age 13+ for the last 7 years. I have worked with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, communication, relationship issues, and sexual identity issues. I'm hear to listen and support you as best I can. But don't take my word for it! View my website to read reviews from past clients.
My therapeutic approach is a combination of psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused therapy.
I'm a trained EMDR therapist, which means I specialize in any type of trauma, anxiety, stress, or depression. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the field with anyone age 13+ for the last 7 years. I have worked with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, communication, relationship issues, and sexual identity issues. I'm hear to listen and support you as best I can. But don't take my word for it! View my website to read reviews from past clients.
In counseling services, I prefer to use a Humanistic, Person Centered, Solution Focused approach to counseling.
Are you seeking purpose in your life? Do you feel that your life is out of control and in need of redirection? Have you experienced a loss so devastating that the grief is unbearable? At times it can feel like we are struggling to exist in the world. But I assure you this is not where the story has to end. My passion to become a therapist was a direct result of the loss of my mother. Even in the pain of our experiences, there is still hope. Hope exists within us. It is embedded in our being. We just have to tap into it, and do the work to meet our desired goals.
In counseling services, I prefer to use a Humanistic, Person Centered, Solution Focused approach to counseling.
Are you seeking purpose in your life? Do you feel that your life is out of control and in need of redirection? Have you experienced a loss so devastating that the grief is unbearable? At times it can feel like we are struggling to exist in the world. But I assure you this is not where the story has to end. My passion to become a therapist was a direct result of the loss of my mother. Even in the pain of our experiences, there is still hope. Hope exists within us. It is embedded in our being. We just have to tap into it, and do the work to meet our desired goals.
Cycle breaking intergenerational and environmental patterns for the better is never easy. But we all deserve to know how powerful we are, and to be proud of what we’ve done when we push to be better everyday. Being that you are the expert of your life, you will take lead in our sessions, while I support this journey walking alongside you. Together we will identify resources that compel results to last outside of our sessions. We will achieve this in a judgement free environment, serving as a refuge to unlock self-clarity and confront the circumstances that have been obstacles to your authenticity and healing.
Cycle breaking intergenerational and environmental patterns for the better is never easy. But we all deserve to know how powerful we are, and to be proud of what we’ve done when we push to be better everyday. Being that you are the expert of your life, you will take lead in our sessions, while I support this journey walking alongside you. Together we will identify resources that compel results to last outside of our sessions. We will achieve this in a judgement free environment, serving as a refuge to unlock self-clarity and confront the circumstances that have been obstacles to your authenticity and healing.
Danielle (Moncrief) Alexander
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076 (Online Only)
You can probably come up with 100 reasons why not, but therapy is an investment in you. How long will you be the observer of your life rather than a participant? I offer services throughout MI. I use a collaborative approach, which enables clients the skills to better separate feelings from thinking and verbalize emotions versus acting them out. I provide a safe virtual space for you to express yourself without judgment. Together, we will openly explore past messages that contribute to the current behaviors you would like to change. It's a process, and if you allow me, I will walk alongside you as we navigate life's challenges.
You can probably come up with 100 reasons why not, but therapy is an investment in you. How long will you be the observer of your life rather than a participant? I offer services throughout MI. I use a collaborative approach, which enables clients the skills to better separate feelings from thinking and verbalize emotions versus acting them out. I provide a safe virtual space for you to express yourself without judgment. Together, we will openly explore past messages that contribute to the current behaviors you would like to change. It's a process, and if you allow me, I will walk alongside you as we navigate life's challenges.
Antania Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48034
I believe finding a therapist that resonates with your soul is critical for your healing journey. So, let's see if we are a good fit! My name is Antania, and I am here to connect with you and offer you a safe space that is non-judgmental and free for you to show up exactly as you are. I want to show up as I am, and this allows the healing process to feel authentic. If you are struggling to make changes, feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, and feeling stuck in a cycle that no longer serves who you are becoming, I am HERE! We all have trauma or challanges that we face, causing depressive or anxious symptoms.
I believe finding a therapist that resonates with your soul is critical for your healing journey. So, let's see if we are a good fit! My name is Antania, and I am here to connect with you and offer you a safe space that is non-judgmental and free for you to show up exactly as you are. I want to show up as I am, and this allows the healing process to feel authentic. If you are struggling to make changes, feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, and feeling stuck in a cycle that no longer serves who you are becoming, I am HERE! We all have trauma or challanges that we face, causing depressive or anxious symptoms.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.