Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Williamston, MI

I became a therapist because I believe healing is imminent. Every therapy session is an opportunity to remove barriers of judgment and shame that frequently block access to self-knowledge, self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-appreciation. I’m passionate about and experienced in working with eating disorders, body image concerns, OCD, anxiety, ADHD, depressive disorders, culture shock/cultural integration, cultural/spiritual identity, international identity, and diversity-related issues.

Providing kids, teens and adults ways to cope with anxiety, OCD and ADHD symptoms to calm the chaos of daily life!

People are sometimes challenged by turbulent emotions, transitions, losses or chronic mood issues. The day to day experience of emotional distress or an underlying sense of uneasiness affect vitality and are difficult to endure over time. Verbal dialogue within a relationship designed for you to freely express yourself, explore feelings and discover unconscious factors impacting you describes the change process of psychotherapy. I have seen many individuals over the years not only have symptom relief but find new paths while shedding patterns of disabling emotions, thoughts and behavior.

Are you struggling to get out of your own head? Do you feel as if this anxiety will never end? These feelings do not have to last forever. I desire to help you find happiness, healing, and hope. I desire to help you reach those goals with the use of helpful coping/grounding skills. I have a great passion for those who are facing anxiety of any form. I specialize in working with OCD, depression, grief, trauma, sexual abuse and eating disorders. I use a solutions focused approach as well as incorporating CBT, DBT and exposure response prevention.

I believe in the power of therapy and that you are the director of your own journey. Let’s face it - life is hard and having a safe, supportive, compassionate space to tell your story can help as you navigate its terrain. I pride myself on working collaboratively with clients to bring about the change they desire whether it relates to anxieties, transitions, loss, mood impairment, self-acceptance, life stressors or any other area of growth and development. Together we can learn to better cope and roll with life’s punches.

Life can come with challenges at different times for different people. During times of struggle and emotional pain, I want you to know that a bright future of peace, healing, and enthusiasm for life is possible for you. Seeking out help is a strength, for no one can survive life alone. My education and clinical experience have given me the honor of seeing firsthand the healing and growth possible during times of struggle and suffering. My clinical roles include serving as a crisis counselor on 988, the National Suicide Prevention Line, and as a clinician helping others gain their lives back in an acute psychiatric care facility.

Often family history and life experiences have taught us unhealthy skills of dealing with the painful events in our lives. You may have found yourself in place where you are reacting in ways you never thought you would and not living the life you want. It's common to not even know why you are feeling the way you do. Exhaustion, frustration, anger and being easily overwhelmed are just a few common indicators there is something going on with your emotional self. If you are struggling know there is a different way.

•••Currently Accepting New Clients••• My passion to be a therapist has been inspired by my own experiences, which has guided me to a path where I can support others through their own growth and healing. I utilize a person-centered approach to therapy because we are each shaped differently by our own experiences, and in turn, our mental health and recovery may also look quite different from each other. My approach emphasizes the importance of building trust and providing an environment that is easy-going so that my clients are able to fully explore and work on the various life challenges in a way that is comfortable and safe.

When individuals are struggling with their mental health, substance use, or other life stresses they might not always know where to go for help. My job as a therapist is to provide you with a safe space where you can separate these ongoing challenges, feel less overwhelmed, and take control of your life. We will focus on setting realistic therapeutic goals, empowerment, and not letting these challenges define who you are as a person. By working together, we can achieve stabilization to envision how you want your life to be.

I became a therapist because I believe people are pretty incredible. My heart is in supporting and empowering women in navigating their relationship with themselves, their body and food and the messy, meaningful work of living authentically. I specialize in eating disorders/body image, OCD, perinatal anxiety and depression, traumatic birth, miscarriage/infant loss, overcoming perfectionism and anxiety, and sexual trauma. I practice from an anti-racist, LGBTQIA+-affirming, intuitive eating and Health At Every Size-informed foundation and am a certified Perinatal Mental Health clinician (PMH-C).

I help college students and young adults live authentically, overcome life challenges, and learn valuable tools to brave their world with courage and confidence. The transition into adulthood can be filled with uncertainty. If you feel like you are living in survival mode from depression or anxiety, I can help you to break free and heal your wounds so you can feel more connected to yourself and your relationships. Together, we will identify your goals and create a personalized treatment plan that best fits your needs. You don't have to struggle alone, let's get to the core of who you are and capitalize on your unique strengths.

***OPENINGS*** Online Videochat/Telemental Health Clients AND In-Person Equine-Assisted Therapy *** Welcome! Therapy is a process of self-discovery. The decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength and an indication that you are willing to invest in yourself! My goal for each session is to create a warm and inviting atmosphere where together we can explore and discover insights about your life, the root cause of stumbling blocks, and the means to help you heal, change, and grow. Whether you have lifelong problems or perhaps more current issues you are dealing with, I believe there is always a path available for change.**

Sometimes we get caught up in the messiness of life and forget to enjoy it! I get it, life can be stressful. All of our feelings are normal but sometimes we feel them more intense and they might even make our day to day lives extra challenging (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem… sound familiar?) You are deserving of a life you enjoy living and I am here to help you get back to your best, authentic self.