Parenting Therapists in Southgate, MI
Are you looking to change areas of your life that are holding you back or do you need a safe space to talk and have someone listen to you? If you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, anxiety, adjustment, relationships, parenting, substance misuse, or other areas that make you feel that you are not living your life to your fullest potential, I can help! We have it in us to be the best version of ourselves and sometimes we need help to unlock it.
Are you looking to change areas of your life that are holding you back or do you need a safe space to talk and have someone listen to you? If you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, anxiety, adjustment, relationships, parenting, substance misuse, or other areas that make you feel that you are not living your life to your fullest potential, I can help! We have it in us to be the best version of ourselves and sometimes we need help to unlock it.
On the Bright Side Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Social Worker with 20 years of clinical experience and 15 years of school social work experience. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families, as well as individual adults and couples. I can help navigate through major and minor life changes and illnesses. I have expertise in behavior planning for children and families. My years of experience include working with ADHD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Autism Spectrum Disorders, attachment, grief and loss, divorce, and changing family structures; including step- parenting, same-sex parenting and foster- parenting. I have also worked with youth and adults navigating sexual orientation, gender expression and relationships.
I am a Social Worker with 20 years of clinical experience and 15 years of school social work experience. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families, as well as individual adults and couples. I can help navigate through major and minor life changes and illnesses. I have expertise in behavior planning for children and families. My years of experience include working with ADHD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Autism Spectrum Disorders, attachment, grief and loss, divorce, and changing family structures; including step- parenting, same-sex parenting and foster- parenting. I have also worked with youth and adults navigating sexual orientation, gender expression and relationships.
I strive to create a safe growth-oriented space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, working to uncover behavior patterns and gain insights into past experiences. I encourage clients to draw from their own strengths and resilience. Working collaboratively with my clients, I aim to foster new perspectives, increase self-awareness, and equip my clients with tools to create lasting change in their lives. I work with individuals and couples grappling with various obstacles, including depression, trauma, anxiety, adjustment issues, chronic illnesses, and low esteem. I am trauma focused and EMDR trained.
I strive to create a safe growth-oriented space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, working to uncover behavior patterns and gain insights into past experiences. I encourage clients to draw from their own strengths and resilience. Working collaboratively with my clients, I aim to foster new perspectives, increase self-awareness, and equip my clients with tools to create lasting change in their lives. I work with individuals and couples grappling with various obstacles, including depression, trauma, anxiety, adjustment issues, chronic illnesses, and low esteem. I am trauma focused and EMDR trained.
Harvey Finkelberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195 (Online Only)
At his core Harvey has a passion for seeing the quality of life improve for the people he works with. Anxiety, depression ,trauma impact many people in today's world. Given Harvey's experience and skill he is able to help clients make a change in their life. Harvey is particularly skilled in working with couples who need to improve the communication skills and emotional connection. When you work with Harvey you feel he really cares about you and will help make a difference in your life. Therapy is difficult and Harvey makes you feel safe and provides a nurturing environment.
At his core Harvey has a passion for seeing the quality of life improve for the people he works with. Anxiety, depression ,trauma impact many people in today's world. Given Harvey's experience and skill he is able to help clients make a change in their life. Harvey is particularly skilled in working with couples who need to improve the communication skills and emotional connection. When you work with Harvey you feel he really cares about you and will help make a difference in your life. Therapy is difficult and Harvey makes you feel safe and provides a nurturing environment.
To understand the motivation between our thoughts and feelings, one must embrace the shadow beneath the light that we want to be shown. My ideal client wants to know themselves better than anyone else and is willing to work toward acceptance of themselves and others. They might have faced hardships that are rooted in issues of self esteem and self worth, or have faced external pressures that have taken a toll such as with maltreatment and abuse.
To understand the motivation between our thoughts and feelings, one must embrace the shadow beneath the light that we want to be shown. My ideal client wants to know themselves better than anyone else and is willing to work toward acceptance of themselves and others. They might have faced hardships that are rooted in issues of self esteem and self worth, or have faced external pressures that have taken a toll such as with maltreatment and abuse.
Hello, my name is Melody Savage, and I am a limited licensed master social worker providing counseling for individuals in Southgate, MI. I graduated from Walden University in 2021 with a Master's Degree in Social Work and I have 7 years of experience in Child Welfare working with vulnerable children and families who have experienced trauma within the foster care system. I also have experience working in the substance abuse field.
Hello, my name is Melody Savage, and I am a limited licensed master social worker providing counseling for individuals in Southgate, MI. I graduated from Walden University in 2021 with a Master's Degree in Social Work and I have 7 years of experience in Child Welfare working with vulnerable children and families who have experienced trauma within the foster care system. I also have experience working in the substance abuse field.
Julie LeBar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195 (Online Only)
Did you know that trauma is stored in your body and mind? And it can lead to many other symptoms that you may be seeking therapy for right now, such as depression, anxiety and stress. I love helping people learn more about this and get reconnected with themselves in order to process and heal trauma. I'm drawn to somatic (body-based) approaches as well as getting to know the different parts of yourself and learning to accept them all. I also have many years of experience providing neurodiversity-affirming therapy.
Did you know that trauma is stored in your body and mind? And it can lead to many other symptoms that you may be seeking therapy for right now, such as depression, anxiety and stress. I love helping people learn more about this and get reconnected with themselves in order to process and heal trauma. I'm drawn to somatic (body-based) approaches as well as getting to know the different parts of yourself and learning to accept them all. I also have many years of experience providing neurodiversity-affirming therapy.
Hello, I am an LMSW licensed through the State of Michigan and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. I work out of the Great Lakes Psychology Group South Gate office and am currently accepting new clients. I have almost ten years of experience in providing outpatient therapy and have provided therapy to children, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of concerns. Additionally, I have significant experience working in outpatient substance abuse therapy with both clients and their families as they navigate recovery.
Hello, I am an LMSW licensed through the State of Michigan and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor through the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. I work out of the Great Lakes Psychology Group South Gate office and am currently accepting new clients. I have almost ten years of experience in providing outpatient therapy and have provided therapy to children, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of concerns. Additionally, I have significant experience working in outpatient substance abuse therapy with both clients and their families as they navigate recovery.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 6 years of experience providing therapy and assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults. I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about helping my clients heal and grow. I believe that everyone has the potential to live a happy and fulfilling life, regardless of their past experiences. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family systems therapy, to help my clients achieve their goals.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 6 years of experience providing therapy and assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults. I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about helping my clients heal and grow. I believe that everyone has the potential to live a happy and fulfilling life, regardless of their past experiences. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family systems therapy, to help my clients achieve their goals.
Kathy Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, CADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southgate, MI 48195
Call today and be seen within 7 DAYS. I have always wanted to help others to be their personal best. I enjoy guiding people to see their true potential. I graduated from Wayne State University and received a Masters in Community Counseling and Art Therapy Degree in 2009. Later, I went on to obtain my certification in alcohol and drug counseling (CADC), became a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and also supervise "new to the field" therapists who are seeking their Limited License Counseling credentials (LLC).
Call today and be seen within 7 DAYS. I have always wanted to help others to be their personal best. I enjoy guiding people to see their true potential. I graduated from Wayne State University and received a Masters in Community Counseling and Art Therapy Degree in 2009. Later, I went on to obtain my certification in alcohol and drug counseling (CADC), became a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and also supervise "new to the field" therapists who are seeking their Limited License Counseling credentials (LLC).
Greater Michigan Counseling Center, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 29 years of experience. I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults who’ve made the decision that they are ready to get the help they need to improve their mental and emotional health and well-being. Life can be rough and present many challenges that can leave one feeling hopeless, isolated, stuck, sad and confused. I aim to create a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment where we work together to find the answers you need to address a wide range of challenges, difficulties and stressors that hinder you from reaching your goals and living your best life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 29 years of experience. I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults who’ve made the decision that they are ready to get the help they need to improve their mental and emotional health and well-being. Life can be rough and present many challenges that can leave one feeling hopeless, isolated, stuck, sad and confused. I aim to create a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment where we work together to find the answers you need to address a wide range of challenges, difficulties and stressors that hinder you from reaching your goals and living your best life.
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Verified Verified
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Southgate, MI 48195
Waitlist for new clients
I am an ally, all are safe in my office. For those times you feel alone, scared and unsure, it helps to have someone who can support and encourage you through difficult and challenging times. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to share the areas you are needing assistance and support in.
I am an ally, all are safe in my office. For those times you feel alone, scared and unsure, it helps to have someone who can support and encourage you through difficult and challenging times. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to share the areas you are needing assistance and support in.
Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southgate
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southgate understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southgate understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Brad Karwowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southgate, MI 48195
My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients in a manner that best fits their values, identity, and needs in an effort to create a trusting therapeutic relationship of mutual respect and a safe environment for people to share their stories and feel validated. My work with clients to empower them and to identify their personal strengths and build upon these skills to assist them in working toward goals, effectively confronting challenges and finding healing from pain and suffering.
My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients in a manner that best fits their values, identity, and needs in an effort to create a trusting therapeutic relationship of mutual respect and a safe environment for people to share their stories and feel validated. My work with clients to empower them and to identify their personal strengths and build upon these skills to assist them in working toward goals, effectively confronting challenges and finding healing from pain and suffering.
Transcending Hope Institute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southgate, MI 48195
Our focus is to offer hope, 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 to help you build a life worth living.
Our focus is to offer hope, 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 to help you build a life worth living.
Aggie Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southgate, MI 48195 (Online Only)
I graduated from Wayne State University in 2020 with a Bachelors in social work. After completing the advanced program ten months later, I earned my Masters degree in social work from WSU as well. My background includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, grief & loss, trauma, depression, BPD, pre-marital & marital counseling, ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence building. I strongly believe everyone should have access to mental health services in efforts of achieving overall happiness.
I graduated from Wayne State University in 2020 with a Bachelors in social work. After completing the advanced program ten months later, I earned my Masters degree in social work from WSU as well. My background includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, grief & loss, trauma, depression, BPD, pre-marital & marital counseling, ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence building. I strongly believe everyone should have access to mental health services in efforts of achieving overall happiness.
Wellness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC ACS
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, I am able to identify the needs and challenges that clients face and work with them to reach their goals and live their best lives. I work with adults, couples, and families as they endeavor to heal from trauma, pain, developmental challenges, etc. I am a culturally competent counselor.
As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, I am able to identify the needs and challenges that clients face and work with them to reach their goals and live their best lives. I work with adults, couples, and families as they endeavor to heal from trauma, pain, developmental challenges, etc. I am a culturally competent counselor.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Ann Arbor understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Ann Arbor understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Great Lakes Psychology Group - Dearborn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Dearborn understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Dearborn understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Seeking therapeutic treatment is an important decision, and finding the right mental health care provider is critical. I maintain a safe, confidential environment in which it becomes possible for individuals of all ages to communicate, address issues, and create new solutions to old problems. I specialize in treating individuals, including adolescents. I also have extensive experience in domestic violence rehabilitation with both perpetrators and victims and work with men and women who desire to break the cycle of abuse in their own lives.
Seeking therapeutic treatment is an important decision, and finding the right mental health care provider is critical. I maintain a safe, confidential environment in which it becomes possible for individuals of all ages to communicate, address issues, and create new solutions to old problems. I specialize in treating individuals, including adolescents. I also have extensive experience in domestic violence rehabilitation with both perpetrators and victims and work with men and women who desire to break the cycle of abuse in their own lives.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.