In Person Therapists in Southfield, MI

Trying to make sense of painful and difficult experiences is a challenging task for all of us. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship distress, or behaviors that interfere with living a full life, I provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere where you can identify personal goals, engage in meaningful therapy, and find resolution and healing. Respectful collaboration and sensitivity to your struggles are key components of therapeutic work. Taking that first step when calling a therapist can be difficult, for sure, but also draws on your courage and your innate potential for change. Change is possible!

Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of raising children while juggling the demands of everyday life? Do you have a neurodivergent child and find yourself seeking support and guidance? Or perhaps you're simply looking to build a toolbox of coping skills to better manage daily stressors and anxieties? I specialize in providing compassionate support to individuals and families navigating these complexities. My approach is rooted in short-term, solution-focused therapy, aimed at providing practical strategies to enhance your well-being and resilience.

My passion and commitment are to help individuals and couples become whole in every area of their life; so they can be the best versions of their selves. I lead each session with empathy, warmth, and focus; so that we can get to the “root" of the problem, which often leads to additional stress, depression, and anxiety. My grounding belief is that we are all broken in different ways and i​n different places, but you do not have to remain broken.

Jimmy has worked in school , juvenile justice, abuse and neglect, psychiatric hospitals and community mental health settings. Jimmy’s diversified professional background has allowed him to interface comfortably with a plethora of cultures and races. Jimmy’s diversified background has also allowed him the experience to treat and care for individuals with many different mental health disorders; including but not limited Mood, Anxiety, Neurodevelopment, Substance Abuse, Trauma-related, and Impulse Control Disorders.

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.

Beth Sharlow is a clinical social worker who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 20 years. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in psychology and from Eastern Michigan University with an MSW. Her educational and professional experience has been in the fields of mental health, chemical dependency , crisis services, case management, and administration. Beth Uses a variety of approaches with her clients, including Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Mindfulness-based CBT, Solution-focused therapy, and Trauma therapy.

Charles Pearlstein Lmsw Acsw is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist in Michigan. He has been practicing since 1989. He received both his Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees in Clinical Social Work from Wayne State University School of Social Work in Detroit , MI. He also has training from The Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute in Farmington Hills and other post Graduate training as well. Charles believes in a treatment philosophy that encompasses the whole individual. He uses both Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic therapy approaches. Charles works with individuals, couples, families, and groups.

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.

I have a B.S in Business Management and a M.A in Rehabilitation Counseling. As a counselor it is my goal to help those who are having difficulty maneuvering through mental & emotional challenges. My major contribution in society is to show love to individuals that I interact with daily. Displaying this type of compassion through the art of counseling is a blessing to help individuals who are in need of reaching a positive place in their life. I am an empathetic counselor possessing the ability to put myself in the clients shoes is what separates me from being a good counselor to a great counselor.

Is your child acting out or have your or your child experienced a traumatic event such as a serious accident, abuse, or a life altering event? I can help you and your child to address these issues. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, or difficulty adjusting to a life event? I can teach you skills to live more fully . Are you or a loved one dealing with an addiction or attachment to pornography? I can help you overcome and find freedom from this problem. I have been a licensed therapist for over 12 years and have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

Over my years of experience I have had the opportunity to work in several settings. Because of this experience I come with different insight into the issues that may be affecting you. Therapeutic support can improve your mental health for the better. I am letting you know you are not alone in the need for support. Let me help you identify, clarify, and meet your goals for better quality of life.

When working with a client, my approach to therapy utilizes an integrative approach. The uniqueness of this approach allows for individualized treatment tailored especially for you. Life presents unforeseen daily challenges or past traumas which can become overwhelming creating stress, anger, worry and depression just to name a few. Know that "YOU" are the expert of your life and together we can begin working to process and manager those life situations.

I specialize in helping my clients to overcome anxiety, shame and trauma to create a life of resilience, joy and lasting happiness. I draw from a wide range of therapies to make change possible. I use somatic psychotherapy techniques to help you reconnect with your body, develop self regulation and heal trauma; Compassion Focused Therapy for the shame and self criticism that is the root cause of suffering for so many people; ACT, IFS and other mindfulness based therapies to alter patterns of thinking and create new behaviors; and Authentic Relating to develop intimacy, healthy relationships and a supportive base of friendships.

My goal is to collaborate with you on developing adaptive coping skills and to create a safe environment that will allow you to feel comfortable with being vulnerable. My areas of clinical in interests include anxiety, depression, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues.

“Just Do It” Only if it were that easy. Each of us are in our own situation and living our own experiences. It can be hard to identify and describe the things we think, feel, and do. These things can get in the way of our goals and who we want to be. It can be even harder to find a space to process and talk about our struggles. If this sounds like what you are going through, you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is to help create a space for all people to feel comfortable talking about their challenges and working together to get through them.

Connectere, LLC was created to provide quality therapeutic services to individuals struggling with mental health issues. Our goal is to Connect with individuals and empower achievement that will improve their overall quality of life.

My ideal client would be someone who is invested in the process of exploring their greater capabilities and open to change and personal growth. I enjoy working with individuals who are curious about the world and their role in it, and who are eager to explore the depths of their inner selves. I am very comfortable treating a variety of mood disorders, including Major Depressive Disorders, Phobias, Generalized and Social Anxiety Disorders, and Trauma. In addition, I love to assist individuals to reach their highest levels of functioning through Life Coaching.

Reclaim your life. You have a destined purpose. You are not without hope or a future and stuck forever. I provide a safe place where you can be understood, pour out your heart, clear your head and find peace and clarity. My passion is to empower and strengthen you with resources for life. Uncontrollable negative emotions can cause hurt, loss, and hold us captive like slaves, causing problems like insomnia, or relationship and health issues, robbing us and stealing precious time. That's not living a best life. Is this you? I help individuals overcome. I did. You can too. Don't try to wait or fix it. Stop the cycle, it's a new day.

Empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard are the core principles of my approach. Taking on the challenges of life requires the support of a village. The client is the expert in their own life; however, it takes a village to overcome them. I work with Clients come from all walks of life and have a variety of backgrounds and experiences. People over 18 who experience Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Grief, Family Dynamics, Self-Esteem, Anger Management, Eating Disorders, and Sensory difficulties. PTSD.