Emotionally Focused Therapists in Michigan

Our relationships have an enormous impact on our lives, and having tension in our most important relationships can cause tension in all areas of our lives. I understand the importance of resolving the stress in our relationships, and the care and patience it takes to do so. Together, we can help develop the tools to create improved communication and support to work towards healthy connections in life.

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.

I specialize in addressing Anxiety, Depression and relationship concerns. Are you having anxious thoughts, unsure of what choices to make, and feeling weighed down by past losses? Even if the current reality of your story contains discomfort, I will be present with you as clarity, strength, and hope are revealed beneath the pain that may surface. My clinical style is more directive and engaged; we will co-create defined goals. I empower clients by sharing relevant resources to continue learning between sessions and achieve emotional relief and peace.

Seeking connection is an integral part of being a human being. Often times our primary relationships with family members do not provide the connection that helps us feel the love and peace that we deserve. Through the therapeutic process, we can learn about how to seek relationships and connections that can bring this happiness to our lives. Sometimes this may mean creating boundaries with family members or friends or possibly ending those relationships we deem unhealthy. Through counseling, we are able to restore ourselves and our "families." This may mean our families of origin or simply the friends that we have chosen as our family.

Finding a counselor can be a challenge, but with me, counseling is a personal journey. I take the time to listen and am honored to be trusted with your stories. My goal is to make sure all clients feel seen, heard, and held. I specialize in helping adult individuals and couples tackle negative cycles, improve boundaries, and relationships, navigate life transitions, and manage anxiety and depression. Let's embark on this journey together!

I work with individual adults, couples, polycules, friends & families (18+) on issues related to developmental trauma, attachment, relationship problems, and emotion regulation. These issues might show up as difficulty connecting with others, frequent interpersonal conflict, mood swings, substance use or self harm behavior, or fears of abandonment. We will work together to create new understanding around these problems and new experiences connecting with others in a meaningful way. I am dedicated to creating celebratory, non-judgmental spaces for queer and trans folks and people who practice polyamory or other ethical non-monogamy.

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.

We all face challenges, but we don't need to face them alone. When you struggle with relationship issues, depression/anxiety, or other personal crises, you may feel alone, stuck, and helpless. As your therapist, I will come alongside you and help you to move forward with a greater sense of well-being and empowerment.

Since graduating with my Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2004, I have worked in a variety of settings across the country. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Family Systems Theory.

As a passionate and dedicated Michigan Limited Licensed Counselor (LLC), I am a skilled and empathetic professional committed to supporting individuals and couples on their journey towards healing and hope. I work with individual clients experiencing anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, and grief. While specializing in couples counseling, pre-martial and marriage counseling. My goal is to provide compassionate counseling services that foster personal growth and improve mental well-being.

Everyone faces painful challenges in life. If you or someone you care about is in a difficult season, I am here to help. I provide compassionate and high-quality professional care for those who are hurting and want peace; who want to work through complex situations; or who want to improve their lives. I also work with Christians who desire to bring their faith into therapy. No matter your unique situation, there is hope. Wounds do heal. Meaningful change is possible.

We all go through hard times in life and I have found that it really helps to talk to someone that understands you and truly cares. I have helped many couples struggling with communication and conflict. I help people better understand their feelings and how to cope with them. I can help you find your strengths and answers. If you are looking for help with your relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, divorce or just the difficulties in life. Let me help you through these times of difficulty, gaining strength and moving closer to the life and relationship you hope for and deserve.

I offer individual, family and couple services. I maintain a dual Masters degree in Dance/Movement therapy and Couple Family Therapy. My work is geared towards families, individuals and couples who are looking to connect their feelings and emotions within their minds and bodies.

Are you someone who is ready to move in a new direction, release past hurts, overcome lifelong challenges? Are you struggling with addiction, depression, grief, anxiety, a trauma history or life transitions such as divorce, job loss, graduation, marriage or new parenthood? Maybe anger and stress or medical diagnosis are your challenge. If so, I can help. We will work together to help you find your way through this time in your life, to find more balance, ease and peace within yourself and your relationships.

Life’s challenges can often wear us down, particularly when they affect our relationships, draining the affection and love we have for those we care about most. With over 30 years of experience, I am committed to helping others overcome the obstacles that prevent them from enjoying the life and relationships they desire. My counseling style is personal, warm, and supportive. I understand that discussing deep issues with a stranger can be intimidating, which is why I strive to create a friendly, non-judgmental space where individuals can talk openly about their lives and work on their issues.

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.

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.

Currently accepting new clients, both individuals and relationships. Many of my clients are looking for new ways of handling stress in their lives, are working to heal from difficult early experiences, or are seeking to improve their intimate relationships. Together, we can observe stuck patterns with curiosity, heal old wounds, and experiment with new ways of relating to yourself and others. I deeply enjoy helping people see themselves in a new light and experience increased wellbeing in their relationships.

Therapy can be intimidating, unnerving, and worth it. If you know it's time to make the changes in your life that you keep putting off, I would love to help you put that plan into place. I help individuals identify and overcome negative cycles that the find themselves in that leave them feeling hopeless and unsure of how to change. We don't always have control of what we experience in life, but we do have the ability to heal and learn how to find joy. I specialize in working with individuals who are overcoming eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions and attachment trauma/wounds.