Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Southfield, MI

Mrs. Tzippy Farhy is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, who holds a Masters in Applied Psychology. She has received intensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy from The Linehan Institute- Behavioral Tech, as well as certification in Personality Disorders. Mrs. Farhy has worked with diverse populations in broad cultural contexts within community mental health settings for several years prior to currently working in private practice in which she treats young adults and adults facing a variety of mental health challenges.

Make yourself a priority, as individuals we are in charge of our own wellbeing and happiness. If you are experiencing difficulty managing your emotions, experiencing anxiety and or depression; I am here to be of assistance. If you have been struggling with trauma past or present associated with grief or loss; allow me to provide a safe space to work through it. Let's work on your goals, to build yourself up and learn to develop healthy relationships with yourself and others. I am here to listening and to assist you as client in meeting your own personal needs for mental health and wellbeing.

I have worked with populations ranging from adolescence to young adulthood. I have helped those with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, motivation, career/academic transitions and have worked in crisis work, self-harm and suicide prevention, as well as LGBTQ+ friendly. If you are looking for someone to talk to about any life stressors, or are simply looking to use therapy as a part of your overall health well-being, I am here to be a part of helping achieve your goals!

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.

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.

If you are LGBTQ+, you may be feeling lost and struggling to find someone who “gets” you. As a queer transgender man, I have a unique perspective into the challenges of navigating our world, and I feel empowered to support folks who are exploring what it means to live as their authentic selves. I’m invested in supporting folks at any age who are like us. I encourage you to bring anything into our sessions so we can process things together. All vibes are welcome with me: if you’re having a particularly difficult day, if you’re nervous about starting therapy, if you feel like you should be able to handle this on you own.

Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.

The primary factor that determines if therapy is helpful is the "fit" between therapist and patient, i.e., degree of comfort, ease of communication, agreement on what problems are to be addressed and sense of safety. My approach to treatment is guided by my initial assessment of individuals or couples, wherein I learn why help is being sought and way the specific problems are experienced. This helps me form a picture of what has lead to the problems that bring people to seek help. We then determine together if how I'm thinking is helpful.

Since graduating with my Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2004, I have worked in a variety of settings across the country. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Family Systems Theory.

Well hello! Thank you for visiting me today!!! Feeling like you just need to talk? I am here for you! Most clients I work with say I am personable and easy to talk to. It has often been said my witty and compassionate nature is helpful when working through difficult situations. Individuals have said working with me is more like talking to a friend than a therapist.

My favorite thing in the world is to affirm for someone that their feelings matter. I want you to feel safe expressing all of your thoughts and emotions. There is no problem too big or too small to talk about. No matter the situation, your reactions and feelings are important. I view therapy as a collaborative process. My clients tell me what they need help with, and we work together to figure out what their best course of action is. My job isn’t to tell you what to do and send you away. My job is to listen to you and empower you to take action to improve your life.

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!

It is never too late to become a better you! Have you lost hope, or living in survival mode, while trying to figure out your life purpose? Are you struggling to maintain a healthy quality of life? Maybe you are having a difficult time navigating life after trauma, loss, and/or abuse. Are you finding it difficult to unlock your peace, because you are drowning under the day-to-day challenges of life? Whatever the season you are in, Coming Up for Air Counseling Ministries is here. We will journey beside you with empathy and respect, as you unlock the answers to your life difficulties. It's time to come up for air! Just BREATHE!

Things change in life and sometimes these transitions require support, care and insight that well-meaning friends and family cannot provide. Gaining an outside perspective, supportive validation and assistance with defining the issues that are most pertinent to you and your progression toward better life outcomes are crucial. Spending the time to address these issues is an important investment in yourself which can impact your relationships, your physical health and your future. Take the time to make that investment, you are worth it.

In my 36 years of practice, I've focused on being the best therapist I can be and have become a much more active one as I've come to appreciate the usefulness of evidence-based therapies as well a psychoanalytic psychotherapy, all tailored to the individual needs of my clients and, if applicable, their families. Often people can be too hard on themselves, think badly of themselves, get easily overwhelmed, have angry outbursts, feel depressed, worry a lot, feel bothered by painful past events, feel stuck, and not know how to cope. And, parents can try many things and end up feeling lost regarding their child's behavior problems.

Do you feel stuck, like your days are playing on repeat? Do you find yourself going through the motions and struggling to find meaning and fulfillment in life? Are you exhausted from the impact of discrimination or prejudice you face daily? Are you a high-functioning achiever, who silently struggles with not feeling good enough? Do you have trouble setting healthy boundaries, and feel repeatedly taken advantage of? Do you struggle opening up to others for fear of judgment? Have you experienced "church hurt" or religious abuse that has left you with trauma? Life is a wild ride filled with amazing moments, and devastating heartbreaks.

Have you walked a difficult path in your lifetime? Maybe your life right now just feels exhausting. Do past experiences make feeling good about who you are today difficult? Do you struggle with down or worrisome days and feel misunderstood? Do you feel like you have goals but feel unsure as to how to reach them? Maybe you just want to talk to someone that you feel finally understands what it is like to walk in your shoes.

I have worked with a variety of clients with various concerns, including stress, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic/delusional disorders, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and survivors of trauma. I enjoy working with all sorts of clients but I have a particular interest in working with young women ages 16-35, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals who are pre or post bariatric surgery.

After our first session, most of my clients express feeling relief and hope. Later in therapy, they tell me that sessions have changed their lives in surprising ways, and that they have learned things about themselves they didn't know before. It's very important to me that therapy is useful and helpful. During our first session, we'll explore your goals and needs in therapy, and how you would like to feel better. At the end of our first hour together, you'll have someone on your side to help, and a plan to move forward. I look forward to connecting with you soon!