Somatic Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Hi, I’m Chelsea! Reaching out for support requires immense courage, and I'm here to accompany you on your path towards enhanced mental health and well-being. I work with individuals that feel stuck, insecure and overwhelmed. I can help you develop more compassion, connectedness, and understanding within your relationship to yourself and others so that you can experience a deeper sense of safety, security and fulfillment.

Maybe you've been thinking of trying therapy for a while, or have almost given up that it could work for you. I'd love to help you see the beauty in accepting that, as in life, it’s okay to not "get it right" the first time. I enjoy reactivating hope in people to see the potential in themselves and in others. You don't have to try making changes on your own.

Have substances or other behaviors (such as digital media, food, gambling, or sex) gotten the best of you? Do you feel stuck in your life due to feelings of overwhelm or being on-edge? If you need help enacting change in your life, relationships, or behaviors then I'm here to help! It is both difficult and scary to make changes, especially if we don't have the right tools and the right support. I will help you develop tools you can use to remain in the present moment while working through issues from the past. We will look at blocks and barriers to making the changes you wish to make.

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Brene Brown once said, “Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness”. Our experiences in life can sometimes leave us feeling sad, angry, confused, lost, and everything in between. Whether you’re struggling with experiences of trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, any relational conflicts, or school difficulties, I’m here to walk alongside you on a path towards vulnerability and compassion for all parts of you. Instead of being who you’ve had to be (because trauma), this journey can bring you to who you’re meant to be.

We offer therapy from a nonjudgmental, secular viewpoint and have a compassionate and accepting approach to all clients. We specialize in working with those marginalized for reasons around their sexuality (i.e. LGBQ+, Kink/Alternative, etc.), their gender (i.e. Trans*, non-binary, etc.), their relationship style (i.e. Consensual nonmonogamy, polyam, etc.), and/or their religion (including Atheists, and those choosing to leave their religion). Therapy interventions we offer include mindfulness, somatic/body based practice, movement based practice, as well as traditional psychotherapy / "talk therapy".

Hello! I'm so happy that you're here! In my work with children, adults, and families, I focus on grief, anxiety, racial, gender, and sexuality issues. I have significant experience with those who are neurodivergent and the unique issues that may face them. I like to use mainly talk based therapy, but I am ultimately here for you and love to write, give worksheets, whatever best fits your needs! I currently have NO waiting list and plenty of openings to choose from. I also offer a 15-minute free consultation meeting via phone or video to see if we are a match.

The therapy I offer is most effective for people who have already spent time working on themselves in therapy, spiritual practice, or by other means. My main treatment focus is developmental trauma, which means the harm caused in relationships growing up. As adults that can look like high functioning depression, anxiety, relationship problems, creative blocks, numbness/dissociation, lack of progress, and other expressions. We work with mindfulness based somatic therapy in an compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental environment using a wide array of methods. Together we will uncover the healing your body is striving to access.

You're exhausted from trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, your body won't let go of trauma and stress. You are constantly on alert. It feels like there's always a threat. You feel as though something you wrong with you. You worry that you are broken. It seems like you have lost your way, but you know there is more to you than your past. You are ready to heal and no longer want to be stuck in the past. You're not ready to give up. You know this is the time for change but you aren't sure where to turn or what to do. You are ready to release the trauma trapped inside.

My clients struggle with various issues: anxiety, depression, anger, relationship challenges, divorce / break-ups, parenting concerns, medical challenges, etc. They come to me facing ongoing loneliness, sadness, and fear. My clients expect a compassionate space in which to explore their difficulties; unconditional positive regard from me to them. I honor clients where they are at and partner with them to facilitate the healing necessary to get them to where they want to be. My clients explore how their experiences in early childhood shaped how they show up in the world on a day to day basis, sometimes in unexpected ways.

We are all called to evolve beyond our survival level strategies designed to cope with wounding family systems, lineages and social systems. It is possible to integrate the legacy of trauma we have inherited and thrive in this lifetime. We are collectively facing monumental global challenges, socially, politically and environmentally, that amplifies this legacy, and hastens the call for us to cultivate greater capacity to stay present, grounded and lovingly engaged. Returning to wholeness requires reorienting towards mobilizing our rich inner and outer resources, shifting from generating suffering to unlocking liberation.

I provide EMDR for healthcare providers, first responders and helping professionals. You work hard, but painful experiences from your past keep you stuck. Perhaps you over-schedule, over-commit, and always keep yourself busy. You listen to podcasts about stress and time management, but have a hard time relaxing because your brain won’t shut off. Or you haven’t slept well in ages, and you never feel rested. Maybe you can’t stop thinking about an incident or situation, or maybe you overreact to certain people and situations or feel jumpy and panicky. You know that you have so much more potential and are ready work to feel better now.

I offer deep, effective counseling treatment. I specialize in relationship struggles, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, complex trauma, high stress/burn out and depression. My advanced training focuses on helping clients to resolve past traumas in order to relieve current emotional distress and psychological symptoms. I focus on healing from a body / somatic experiencing standpoint. I support clients in cultivating feelings of peace, confidence and connection. This paves the way for improved relationships with both self and others. In my practice, an emphasis is placed on personal development and revitalization.

I love helping people heal and live more fulfilling lives. I will work to help you find the self-compassion, acceptance, confidence, and concrete skills you need to address past traumas and make the changes you want in your life. I work from a humanistic, feminist, and trauma-informed framework and utilize DBT, CBT, MSC, somatic, and other approaches to best help my clients. I have over 20 years of experience treating clients (many are U of M students) who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, self-esteem, adjustment, relationship issues, and other concerns. I combine talk therapy with practical exercises

Do you find talk therapy not helping enough or perhaps making you feel worse? This can happen, especially if there is trauma or neglect in one's history. Are you struggling in your relationship, repeating patterns of conflict, or not getting your needs met? Are you finding yourself crying, blowing your fuse or unable to get out of bed? Do you find yourself dissociating or spacing out? You might want to try a different type of talk therapy called Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. This therapy addresses relationship and attachment patterns and helps to work profoundly and somatically to provide relief.

I have immediate openings and will respond to your inquiry within 24hrs. My passion lies in supporting women and couples as they face the challenges that come with change and uncertainty. Whether you are experiencing a career change, relationship transitions, trauma, or adjusting to a new phase of life, I am here to guide you. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief are often common companions during these times of transitions. Drawing from trauma informed treatment, mindfulness, somatic, and narrative techniques, we'll craft a personalized roadmap for your journey.

Therapy is a very personal journey and wherever you find yourself right now is where you are supposed to be. Life can bring challenges. Whether you seek help in the treatment of anxiety, depression, overthinking, grief and loss, infertility, general dissatisfaction, or to heal from past traumas, we can find a treatment approach for you.

You feel like it’s time to take care of yourself. Every time you try to devote time to yourself, life somehow gets in the way. Family, kids, work, school. It’s also the thoughts and feelings that keep you up at night. You hope to bring a sense of clarity to your life. You no longer want to feel led by all the “have tos” or “shoulds” in your life. You constantly support everyone around you. You are ready to receive support for yourself. Together in therapy, we will create a space of safety, curiosity, and kindness so you can heal. You will learn to be as compassionate towards yourself as you are towards others.

Life is full of many different seasons, highs and lows, challenging and difficult, and we can often get lost in the flow of it all. I want to offer a space of authenticity where people feel safe to be their truest and most congruent selves. With compassion and empathy, I assist clients in learning effective coping skills, setting healthy boundaries, implementing positive lifestyle choices, enhancing communication skills as well as processing disturbing events. I specialize in working with trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.

I strive to build a safe and collaborative environment in which my clients can fully express their identities, perspectives, challenges, and goals. Using a strengths-based, holistic framework, my goal is to empower you in addressing your presenting concerns, developing self-insight, and building a toolkit of therapeutic skills to apply within your life. I specialize in supporting those navigating life transitions such as academic adjustment, relationship concerns, employment transitions, and grief/loss. I also have experience working with clients through anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns.