Therapists in Troy, MI

Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 20 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized anxiety, major depression, PTSD, trauma, sexualtiy and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical lisencure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individial hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month on Sundays.

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse populations and backgrounds.I have experience with treating people on the ASD in addition to the specialty areas listed elsewhere on this site. I have had extensive training in trauma recovery, whether it is dealing with a single episode or of a chronic and repetitive nature. I also work with Complex PTSD, including dissociative disorders. Too, I like working with people that may need some guidance with problems of daily living or a particular life shift or developmental issue. I also provide supervision for therapists seeking to bolster skills in trauma recovery.

I believe that therapeutic change comes from the process of building and maintaining relationships while remaining connected to our sense of self, including within the therapy room. I work primarily from a relational and psychodynamic stance, meaning that I am interested in how your past experiences impact you in the present. My approach to therapy is also informed by attachment patterns (how we act and feel in relationships) and somatic sensations (what our body is telling us about our environment).

The faces that we wear bear the stories that we live. A friend once said, "I am going to therapy to make peace with my face". In building this profile to invite you to my practice, I noticed how constantly facial expression changes. We change second-by-second. We mask our feelings. We hurt. Sometimes what is visible to others is different than all that we hope to hold within. Other times, a fleeting expression can tell a whole story without us ever making a sound. In the search for authenticity, both concealing and revealing become part of our lived experience. Are you searching for your authentic self? Feeling fractured? Need help?

If you are depressed or anxious and ready to heal. Then I would like to help you reach your full potential and explore those unanswered questions. I am committed to helping you feel accepted, valued and achieving the life you want to live. I use your strengths and past successes to help create the life you desire.

Sometimes we repeat negative patterns/emotions or deal with situations that cause pain. It may be frustrating to find that you do well in some areas of your life but not in others. We may be choosing to stay in toxic relationships and find it hard to move on, We may be having a hard time achieving or even knowing what our goals in life are.. Whether we struggle with adult ADHD, anxiety, depression, or just need a place to be open about our feelings, I can offer a no-nonsense approach (with some humor at times:) ) to therapy for you.

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm here! As a therapist, I focus on your unique needs with empathy. You're not just a client, you're an individual with a story. I make sessions feel like supportive chats, not clinical visits. Together, we'll navigate challenges and uncover strengths. Whether it's anxiety, relationships, trauma, or personal growth, I'm here to help. Let's journey together toward positive change!

Neurodivergence and spirituality are largely misunderstood in American culture and therapy is no exception. You deserve to be seen and understood. Together we can figure out how to get from where you are to a more peaceful life with more flow. If you want to play an active role in your healing and want to engage in therapy specifically created for you that feels authentic and practical, I’m here for you. Autism, chronic pain, ADHD anxiety, (complex) trauma, religious trauma, sleep issues, relationship issues, stress, grief, parenting, and depression are a few of my focus areas. LGBTQIA+ friendly. I also specialize in attachment.

Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to gently witness, learn, and grow upon your own individual path. Often times, the circumstances leading someone to seek a healing relationship are both difficult and hopeful. Within the counseling relationship, we are able to identify and honor patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors from a place of understanding and empowerment. The healing transformation is able to occur naturally and gently from this gentle place of self compassion.

For 30+ years I have engaged collaboratively with individuals and families seeking relief from the challenges of depression, anxiety, chronic/severe mental health concerns, various personality disorders, trauma, ADD/ADHD, grief/loss, and major personal/interpersonal life transitions (e.g. deaths, disease, divorce). I subscribe to an eclectic, humanistic, client-centered approach to treatment that is supported by a variety of treatment approaches. My firm commitment to the values of mutual respect, human dignity, and loving kindness serve as a strong foundation for my integrated clinical and holistic approaches to promoting wellness.

My goal is to help you work through challenges in your life by encouraging you to explore and discuss these concerns. We will develop goals to work towards change in this process. I work with adults, families, and couples. We can process a range of problems including career struggles, depression, anxiety, grief, ineffective coping skills, and relationship problems to name a few.

Are you having issues with: managing moods, substance abuse/addiction, co-occurring disorders, relationship concerns, marital concerns, codependency, domestic abuse/interpersonal violence, Depression/Anxiety, PTSD/trauma? Do you wish to manage symptoms, and learn new and positive ways to cope with stressors in life?

Are you suffering from an addiction to alcohol, heroin, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, Xanax or other benzodiazepines, prescription pain killers, marijuana, ecstasy, molly, or any other substance? Are you suffering from an addiction to pornography, serial dating, promiscuous sex, affairs, prostitutes, or any other sexual addiction? Are you suffering from an addiction to gambling, food, relationships, shopping and spending, or to a person? Do you feel like you are excessively dependent on another person to the point of an unhealthy codependency?