Emotionally Focused Therapists in Michigan

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients for couple or individual goal-oriented psychotherapy. My focus and training surrounds healing both internal and external relationships. By learning to connect to yourself, you can then connect to other people in a true and meaningful way. With Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), a research-supported couples treatment, and Internal Family Systems Therapy(IFS), a research-supported individual treatment, we will learn to understand the heart of internal and external messages, freeing you to live a connected and peaceful life.

Now accepting couples for Emotionally Focused Therapy! Is it time to look within to address your needs, heal, and grow? In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients to find the root cause of their issues. I treat my clients' holistically, making sure all their needs are addressed. I like to make sure each of my clients get what they are looking for out of counseling and that they feel heard. I work with adolescents (12 and up) and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, attachment issues, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, low self-esteem and social phobia.

My therapeutic intervention is looking at the past as necessary in making changes for the future. I'm certain that any unwanted behavior can be unlocked by recognizing the purpose or wanted outcome for said behavior and my passion is helping you identify that unmet need and make healthy changes. I enjoy working with clients that are willing to do things outside of the therapeutic office setting such as writing, art, and/or practicing skills learned, and then reporting back in session the helpfulness of each strategy.

PHD LPC BCPTSDC BCPC Feeling stuck? Problem areas in your life? How did I get here AGAIN? Together we can heal those areas so your life works!!! My holistic clinical practice includes: CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, meditation, mindfulness, dream interpretation, life coaching, Reiki, Quantum Touch, specific techniques for healing trauma and PTSD. Whether you are new to seeking therapeutic services or experienced--try my unique approach which offers real possibility and healing. Now also offering Telehealth sessions by phone or video. Please reach out!

I know you're "fine, totally fine, absolutely fine"...but just in case you're a little "not fine", I'm here. Maybe you are here because people whom you’ve naturally turned to for care and protection have hurt or neglected you in some way. Or maybe you're here because you have found yourself unable to honor the commitments and promises that you have made to yourself; or those whom you love due to your addictive behaviors. It takes time to allow the reality behind our symptoms to reveal themselves. Treatment can help you feel more present in the moment, in control of your world, compassionate towards all of your parts, and safe.

Feeling stuck or down and ready to turn obstacles into opportunities? Whether you're looking to enhance the good in your life, prevent spiraling, or explore how early childhood attachment and trauma may impact your ability to navigate relationships, trust others, and manage anxiety and fear, counseling can be your next step. I am a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families. You can view my full detailed profile by clicking on the 'My website' button on the right-hand side.

We honor the continuous journey of healing. Our compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized approach to therapy focuses on the needs of the individual. Whether you are dealing with past traumas, depression, anxiety, self-image, co-dependency, challenging life circumstances or family dynamics, we will meet you where you are at in your journey. We offer a variety therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, TFT/EFT, Hypnosis & NLP, life coaching, and several patented bio-feedback services that focus on emotional and physical health.

I am Ruth Westfall, a licensed Social Worker, with nearly 30 years of experience as a therapist. I am passionate about getting to know my clients and seeing them heal and overcome life's challenges. I have the greatest respect for those who seek support in order to make positive change in their lives! During these past few years, Anxiety and Depression have increased by 25%! So, most people that I work with are experiencing some related symptoms. I have an extensive history of working with trauma and its many effects. I prefer to work with individual clients, especially when on the telehealth platform.

Are you and your partner stuck in painful emotional cycles that leave you both feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed or alone? For example, do you or your partner feel defensive when one of you voices your concerns? Does it feel like your partner doesn't care about your feelings, needs or longings? Is it difficult to work together toward common goals or do you fight over the smallest of details? Even in the most loving relationships, these negative cycles can show up when partners have different ways of responding to emotional stressors within the relationship or from external sources such as jobs, family, illness or friends.

Giselle is a therapist who approaches from an empathy-based and person-centered practice. She has a passion for assisting clients in their healing process to assist individuals, couples, and families in discovering, healing, and embracing their best selves from a holistic perspective.

Everyone deserves a chance to live their best life. I believe that by becoming aware of, and owning, our thoughts, feelings and behaviors, we gain insight and control over our lives.

In my work with couples and families, I provide a warm, non-judgmental presence to help you share your story, make discoveries, and meet your goals. I have a particular passion for helping couples, and I also work with individuals of all ages. I see family members as part of a connected system, and I honor each person's need for belonging and independence within their closest relationships. My background in education and love for the natural world shape my connection with clients.

Do you feel stuck in old patterns that are no longer serving you? Are you wanting to connect more with your authentic self and create a life in which you can thrive? Building an inner awareness and understanding of what makes you who you are, is my goal as your therapist! Working together, we can help you create a life in which you are able to have meaningful relationships and feel fulfilled. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the courage it takes to start the counseling process. I work with clients from an Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy/attachment theory, person-centered, and strength-based perspective.

My goal is to help clients achieve improved functioning as quickly as possible. I believe the most powerful transformation comes from a combination of techniques to understand and reset non-adaptive patterns, including neurofeedback, other forms of biofeedback, such as heart rate variability, emotional freedom technique (EFT), and a personality assessment I use called the Enneagram, combined with behaviorally-based counseling, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The combination of these techniques provide the foundation for holistically examining issues that stand in the way of a fuller life.

Coping with depression, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, grief and relationship stress can be overwhelming. Unexpected life changes, challenging emotions and negative thoughts can feel draining and lonely. You are not alone. Therapy begins with a trusting connection between the client and therapist. A non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, understood and supported is important. You are not just another appointment on the schedule and I believe in connecting with clients on a deeper level. I look forward to helping you cope with past trauma, uncomfortable life changes, loss and any challenges that come your way.

I am currently running a waitlist. I consider it a privilege to help people process their experiences, empathize with them in their pain, work to improve their relationships and help them make positive changes. I am a generalist in training (worked with couples, adolescents and adults), but specialized in Emotion Focused Couples therapy, EMDR (evidenced based trauma therapy), Christian psychology and cross cultural workers (missionaries, pastors, and missionary kids/adults). I personally love more depth oriented, emotion-focused work, but I will help you decide what approach works best for you!

In a relationship with a partner that leaves you exasperated or in despair? Feeling that parts of yourself won't let you move on and experience the life you want? I specialize in attachment---the way we connect with those most important to us. I will meet you where you are. I'll work hard to understand what you are experiencing and help you find what you are looking for in your connection to those most important to you.

Availability for couples. Waitlist for individual I am a licensed Clinical Therapist. I work with individuals and families to help navigate through life’s difficulties such as anxiety, peer/family relationships, and behavioral challenges. Integrating evidence-based practices, such as EMDR and EFT, will help you manage difficult emotions; cope with stress; build resiliency to discomfort or pain, and address challenges. My approach is accepting, affirming, and collaborative.

I believe that healing and growth arise from a deep understanding of both personal and relational dynamics. I work with couples and individuals in East Lansing, Michigan as a professional counselor (LLPC) and marriage and family therapist (LLMFT). By addressing the psychological, spiritual, and systemic layers of human experience, clients become empowered to achieve greater harmony, self-awareness, and relational fulfillment. Together we will explore the complex web of relationships and systemic influences impacting you and work to repair wounds that traumatic experiences and challenging relationships can create.