Marriage Counseling Therapists in Troy, MI
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As a licensed psychologist consulting neuropsychologist, hypnotherapist and licensed marriage counselor, Dr. Lewis Smith provides treatment for adults, adolescents and children. He performs neuropsychological assessments and specializes in clinical psychology, outpatient psychotherapy and hypnosis. He treats individuals with alcohol and substance abuse concerns. He has consulted to numerous schools, organizations and businesses and has taught graduate students in the field of child psychology and human development.
As a licensed psychologist consulting neuropsychologist, hypnotherapist and licensed marriage counselor, Dr. Lewis Smith provides treatment for adults, adolescents and children. He performs neuropsychological assessments and specializes in clinical psychology, outpatient psychotherapy and hypnosis. He treats individuals with alcohol and substance abuse concerns. He has consulted to numerous schools, organizations and businesses and has taught graduate students in the field of child psychology and human development.
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I am a professor at Wayne State and have published several peer reviewed article on happiness and optimal mental health. My latest book is "How Good Can You Stand It?" I can help you with depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, obsessive-compulsive issues, marital issues, family problems, sexual issues, anger/domestic violence, stress and burn-out, chronic pain, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence. I truly care and will be there for you through thick and thin. You can count on me! Tom Kelley
I am a professor at Wayne State and have published several peer reviewed article on happiness and optimal mental health. My latest book is "How Good Can You Stand It?" I can help you with depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, obsessive-compulsive issues, marital issues, family problems, sexual issues, anger/domestic violence, stress and burn-out, chronic pain, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence. I truly care and will be there for you through thick and thin. You can count on me! Tom Kelley
![Photo of Darrecia P Cooper, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dc5dabcd-4a53-4525-ba61-e82ba47e22bb/1/320x400.jpeg)
I also have experience with marriage/couples therapy, career counseling and suicide prevention.
My goal as a Therapist is to assist clients in creating a strong support system for themselves. Through the therapy process, it is my intention to help them establish healthy decision making, healthy relationships and a thriving journey ahead.
I also have experience with marriage/couples therapy, career counseling and suicide prevention.
My goal as a Therapist is to assist clients in creating a strong support system for themselves. Through the therapy process, it is my intention to help them establish healthy decision making, healthy relationships and a thriving journey ahead.
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I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, relational issues, self-esteem, grief and loss, and marital.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you having a difficult time coping? Life can be hard and the traumatic events (divorce, job loss, the death of a loved one, abuse) that take place in our lives can affect us in ways that sometimes we are not even aware. Therapy is a wonderful way to explore those hidden parts of our lives that we rarely talk about or are hesitant to share. As your therapist, I provide a client centered environment that is safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental. My goal is to provide support for you and an individualized plan that is unique to your situation.
I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, relational issues, self-esteem, grief and loss, and marital.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you having a difficult time coping? Life can be hard and the traumatic events (divorce, job loss, the death of a loved one, abuse) that take place in our lives can affect us in ways that sometimes we are not even aware. Therapy is a wonderful way to explore those hidden parts of our lives that we rarely talk about or are hesitant to share. As your therapist, I provide a client centered environment that is safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental. My goal is to provide support for you and an individualized plan that is unique to your situation.
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I provide individual counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have been trained to work with the following presenting issues: depression and anxiety, adjustment, trauma-related, relationship, marriage and other mental health issues. I help clients subside the symptoms first and improve coping skills. I believe that every individual possesses strengths and potentials to work through the challenges of their life. I have a deep faith in the human spirit with awe of the resiliency of each individual. I firmly believe a person can grow through challenges, experiences, and choices individuals make.
I provide individual counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have been trained to work with the following presenting issues: depression and anxiety, adjustment, trauma-related, relationship, marriage and other mental health issues. I help clients subside the symptoms first and improve coping skills. I believe that every individual possesses strengths and potentials to work through the challenges of their life. I have a deep faith in the human spirit with awe of the resiliency of each individual. I firmly believe a person can grow through challenges, experiences, and choices individuals make.
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Welcome Family! As a marriage and family therapist, I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and partners, and families, in achieving desired personal and familial goals. I have had the opportunity to support building sibling, parental, and even grand-parental relationships. I support individuals and families being able to communicate in healthier ways that promote a deeper understanding and care for oneself and others. I specialize in assisting individuals and families in improving communication skills, coping techniques, and achieving personal and relationship goals.
Welcome Family! As a marriage and family therapist, I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and partners, and families, in achieving desired personal and familial goals. I have had the opportunity to support building sibling, parental, and even grand-parental relationships. I support individuals and families being able to communicate in healthier ways that promote a deeper understanding and care for oneself and others. I specialize in assisting individuals and families in improving communication skills, coping techniques, and achieving personal and relationship goals.
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I enjoy helping others achieve their personal, professional, marital and family goals.
Certified in: Trauma Therapy, Crisis Intervention, School Counseling, and Life Coaching, etc.. I have 15 years of successful experience and am focused on helping my clients achieve their highest goals. I work with Individuals, families, couples and children. I enjoy watching my client grow and achieve their specific break throughs. I value my longstanding relationships with each client. My clients often refer their spouses, children, family members, friends, coworkers, etc.. I typically have a waiting list so please text me inquire on my availability.
I enjoy helping others achieve their personal, professional, marital and family goals.
Certified in: Trauma Therapy, Crisis Intervention, School Counseling, and Life Coaching, etc.. I have 15 years of successful experience and am focused on helping my clients achieve their highest goals. I work with Individuals, families, couples and children. I enjoy watching my client grow and achieve their specific break throughs. I value my longstanding relationships with each client. My clients often refer their spouses, children, family members, friends, coworkers, etc.. I typically have a waiting list so please text me inquire on my availability.
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I have 48 years of psychotherapy experience, and I am a Diplomate in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). In a collaborative manner, and with understanding, compassion and acceptance, I assist people in overcoming anxiety, worry, panic, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship/marital distress. I assist clients in developing the practical tools to meet life's challenges, and to learn to live the lives that they desire. I believe that people can change: they can learn new ways of thinking and new ways of behaving that allow them to be hopeful and happy.
I have 48 years of psychotherapy experience, and I am a Diplomate in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). In a collaborative manner, and with understanding, compassion and acceptance, I assist people in overcoming anxiety, worry, panic, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship/marital distress. I assist clients in developing the practical tools to meet life's challenges, and to learn to live the lives that they desire. I believe that people can change: they can learn new ways of thinking and new ways of behaving that allow them to be hopeful and happy.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Troy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Troy, MI 48084
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
![Photo of Pamela Lavis, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a0ff974-dcaf-4e10-a7e1-e9b4a4189aae/1/320x400.png)
Pamela’s professional goal is to assist in making lives happier, healthier, and more fulfilling. She describes herself as a pragmatic humanistic psychotherapist who leads with compassion. Pamela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for over 30 years in California, New Mexico, and Michigan — where she practices currently. She has expertise in helping individuals cope with life stressors, transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and marital counseling, family issues, LGBTQIA support, grief and loss, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, ADHD, adjustment to school, mood changes, self-esteem, etc.
Pamela’s professional goal is to assist in making lives happier, healthier, and more fulfilling. She describes herself as a pragmatic humanistic psychotherapist who leads with compassion. Pamela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for over 30 years in California, New Mexico, and Michigan — where she practices currently. She has expertise in helping individuals cope with life stressors, transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and marital counseling, family issues, LGBTQIA support, grief and loss, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, ADHD, adjustment to school, mood changes, self-esteem, etc.
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Nathan A. Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT, EFT, CPTT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48083
Marriage Counseling: Research shows that couples can learn to repair, rebuild and rediscover how to interact in ways that foster love and respect when they have the right tools.
"HOW DID THINGS GET THIS OUT OF CONTROL?" Sound familiar? Is your life spinning out of control because of sexual addiction? Is your marriage in trouble because of fighting or infidelity? Do you find it hard to stick up for yourself in relationships? Have you been facing depression and anxiety but can't seem to snap out of it? By the time many people make it into counseling, they often feel directionless, let down, angry, and without hope. The good news is that things can get better and I want to help you in that process.
Marriage Counseling: Research shows that couples can learn to repair, rebuild and rediscover how to interact in ways that foster love and respect when they have the right tools.
"HOW DID THINGS GET THIS OUT OF CONTROL?" Sound familiar? Is your life spinning out of control because of sexual addiction? Is your marriage in trouble because of fighting or infidelity? Do you find it hard to stick up for yourself in relationships? Have you been facing depression and anxiety but can't seem to snap out of it? By the time many people make it into counseling, they often feel directionless, let down, angry, and without hope. The good news is that things can get better and I want to help you in that process.
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Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48084 (Online Only)
I also offer therapy for couples (of all types) seeking pre-marital counseling or a marital tune-up.
Hola & welcome! Finding yourself stressed, burned out, having the same arguments with family, friends or romantic partner(s)? Imagine a life where there is renewed joy in the simple things, where you feel calm, at peace and present. Imagine a life without constant worry, guilt, fear, or sadness. I assure you the life you want is possible & I can help! I work with first-time therapy-goers-including couples & individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, and general everyday life stressors. Together we can work to help manage and overcome the factors getting in the way of the life you want to live.
I also offer therapy for couples (of all types) seeking pre-marital counseling or a marital tune-up.
Hola & welcome! Finding yourself stressed, burned out, having the same arguments with family, friends or romantic partner(s)? Imagine a life where there is renewed joy in the simple things, where you feel calm, at peace and present. Imagine a life without constant worry, guilt, fear, or sadness. I assure you the life you want is possible & I can help! I work with first-time therapy-goers-including couples & individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, and general everyday life stressors. Together we can work to help manage and overcome the factors getting in the way of the life you want to live.
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I also specialize in couples counseling including pre-marital assessment and therapy, marriage counseling, relationship difficulties, parenting strategies and blended family issues.
Providing a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment allows my clients to begin exploring the life challenges they are facing. Life can be hard and often very lonely. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. With compassion and respect, I listen carefully and without judgement. I use an interactive approach by involving my clients in problem solving and finding solutions that best fit their needs. It takes courage to reach out for help. Although change is difficult, I invite you to allow me to provide guidance, support and encouragement as you explore these changes in order to achieve a more satisfying and peaceful life.
I also specialize in couples counseling including pre-marital assessment and therapy, marriage counseling, relationship difficulties, parenting strategies and blended family issues.
Providing a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment allows my clients to begin exploring the life challenges they are facing. Life can be hard and often very lonely. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. With compassion and respect, I listen carefully and without judgement. I use an interactive approach by involving my clients in problem solving and finding solutions that best fit their needs. It takes courage to reach out for help. Although change is difficult, I invite you to allow me to provide guidance, support and encouragement as you explore these changes in order to achieve a more satisfying and peaceful life.
![Photo of Taylor Allen, MA, Limited Licensed Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/282b71d8-7500-4073-be62-8a24ca7a4cdf/3/320x400.jpeg)
Taylor volunteered as a peer counselor at a pregnancy center, in which she counseled men and women regarding parenting issues, marriage challenges, and healthy relationship issues.
Taylor believes in empowering each person she talks to. She strives to make her counseling space one that a client can feel comfortable and safe while sharing their experiences. She is easy going and offers immense support. She believes that there is hope and healing that can come from any situation. She loves to listen, problem solve, and encourage clients. Taylor specializes in grief and loss, pre-marital and marital counseling, family, adolescents, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Taylor is also very passionate about helping diminish feelings of loneliness that both men and women feel in everyday life.
Taylor volunteered as a peer counselor at a pregnancy center, in which she counseled men and women regarding parenting issues, marriage challenges, and healthy relationship issues.
Taylor believes in empowering each person she talks to. She strives to make her counseling space one that a client can feel comfortable and safe while sharing their experiences. She is easy going and offers immense support. She believes that there is hope and healing that can come from any situation. She loves to listen, problem solve, and encourage clients. Taylor specializes in grief and loss, pre-marital and marital counseling, family, adolescents, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Taylor is also very passionate about helping diminish feelings of loneliness that both men and women feel in everyday life.
![Photo of Lauren Hoyt, MA, LMFT, LISAC, CSAT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c00ca99-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Lauren Hoyt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LISAC, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48084
Waitlist for new clients
Discernment Counseling: If you or your partner are considering divorce but not completely sure about it, Discernment Counseling is designed for you. It’s a chance to slow down, take a breath, learn about what’s happened to your marriage, and look at your options for your marriage. The goal is not to solve your marital problems but to see if they are solvable. You will each be treated with compassion and respect no matter how you feel about your marriage at this time. Please note that although I have a current waitlist, potential couples seeking Discernment Counseling DO NOT have to wait!
Discernment Counseling: If you or your partner are considering divorce but not completely sure about it, Discernment Counseling is designed for you. It’s a chance to slow down, take a breath, learn about what’s happened to your marriage, and look at your options for your marriage. The goal is not to solve your marital problems but to see if they are solvable. You will each be treated with compassion and respect no matter how you feel about your marriage at this time. Please note that although I have a current waitlist, potential couples seeking Discernment Counseling DO NOT have to wait!
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As a marriage and family therapist, my goal is to create a warm, safe environment in which to help you uncover your true potential by resolving challenges in your life that may be brought on by past, current, or up-coming circumstances. By applying Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, and other complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth behavioral and emotional patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. See my website for more details.
As a marriage and family therapist, my goal is to create a warm, safe environment in which to help you uncover your true potential by resolving challenges in your life that may be brought on by past, current, or up-coming circumstances. By applying Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, and other complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth behavioral and emotional patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. See my website for more details.
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In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.
In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.
![Photo of Tracey L Stulberg, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c0edf9f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has successfully treated couples, families, and individuals for over 35 years. Using Brief, collaborative therapy, I help you learn new ways to successfully work through life's critical issues in as few as 10 sessions. How does Brief therapy work? Sessions are client-focused and solution-directed. You collaborate with me to create desired goals then actively participate in homework directed to test and fine-tune skills used to resolve and achieve issues. Therefore, therapy becomes more efficient and effective. Many clients successfully resolve their issues in 5 - 10 sessions!
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has successfully treated couples, families, and individuals for over 35 years. Using Brief, collaborative therapy, I help you learn new ways to successfully work through life's critical issues in as few as 10 sessions. How does Brief therapy work? Sessions are client-focused and solution-directed. You collaborate with me to create desired goals then actively participate in homework directed to test and fine-tune skills used to resolve and achieve issues. Therefore, therapy becomes more efficient and effective. Many clients successfully resolve their issues in 5 - 10 sessions!
![Photo of Liz Grazioli Talbot, LPC, LMSW, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fb13e95-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Liz Grazioli Talbot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Troy, MI 48084
The word "kairos" comes the Greek word meaning, "the opportune and decisive moment for change." I will support you through the counseling process while you search for continued joy and wellness in your life. Child and adolescent services are available to focus in on difficult attitudes, home or school behavior problems, parental divorce or separation issues. Adult counseling is needed to help in difficult life transitions, which may cause anxiety or depression. Couple counseling is available to help develop the necessary communication skills to enhance the relationship. Couples may have reached an impass due to the developmental stages of marriage.
The word "kairos" comes the Greek word meaning, "the opportune and decisive moment for change." I will support you through the counseling process while you search for continued joy and wellness in your life. Child and adolescent services are available to focus in on difficult attitudes, home or school behavior problems, parental divorce or separation issues. Adult counseling is needed to help in difficult life transitions, which may cause anxiety or depression. Couple counseling is available to help develop the necessary communication skills to enhance the relationship. Couples may have reached an impass due to the developmental stages of marriage.
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Hope, healing, wholeness. This is what we all want. But instead we sometimes feel despair, broken, and alone. We long to feel loved and understood. But often that doesn't happen. Something has gone wrong. Life is not what we had hoped. We are not who we want to be. Are you troubled by guilt, destructive behavior, discouragement or depression? Or perhaps it's marital problems, being a single adult, or adolescent issues. Maybe you struggle with a constant feeling of failure, the pain of sexual abuse, or the memory of bullying. There is help-and hope.
Hope, healing, wholeness. This is what we all want. But instead we sometimes feel despair, broken, and alone. We long to feel loved and understood. But often that doesn't happen. Something has gone wrong. Life is not what we had hoped. We are not who we want to be. Are you troubled by guilt, destructive behavior, discouragement or depression? Or perhaps it's marital problems, being a single adult, or adolescent issues. Maybe you struggle with a constant feeling of failure, the pain of sexual abuse, or the memory of bullying. There is help-and hope.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.