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Psychiatrist

Medical School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: MD (Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry)

Specialties: Psychopharmacological management of Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Depression, Bi-Polar and Psychotic Disorders

Populations Served: Adults

Approach: Studies clearly indicate that a combination of Psychotherapy and Psychopharmacology is more effective than either treatment alone.  I strongly encourage my patients to engage in Psychotherapy (Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral therapies.  I believe patients benefit from the practice of meditation, mindfulness and guided relaxation exercises.  

Personal Statement: I graduated from Wayne State University Psychiatry residency in 1989.  I have worked in various settings including offices, hospitals and crisis clinics.  I am a Consulting Psychiatrist for several nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the area. 

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist Registered Provisional

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling, Limited Licensed Professional Counselor

Specialties: Art Therapy, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Adjustment Disorders

Populations Served: Adults, adolescents and children

Approach: The counseling process is aimed to empower you and promote your own wellness. We will confront any concerns you may have and promote any desired positive behavioral changes that best benefit you. The counseling process aims to help you make realistic vocational choices and to resolve problems in an individualized creative manner tailored for you. I view the counseling relationship as a collaborative effort, between counselor and client. I use an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy for helping you achieve any goals you may have in counseling. I am also trained as an Art Therapist if you feel you will benefit from this. I strive to help you make your own decisions and to empower you to achieve your interpersonal goals through a collaborative effort.

Personal Statement: I believe the most beneficial element of counseling is a positive working relationship between counselor and client. I was inspired to become a counselor due to someone in my life establishing a positive working relationship with me. This individual helped me help myself in a time of need. I wish to be able to help others in the same way.

Licensed Professional Counselor

Graduate School: University of Michigan

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Social Work, Licensed Master Social Worker 

Specialties: My training has allowed me to obtain broad skills and an ability to work with a wide range of issues.  I work with children, adolescents and adults.  I have a special interest in family therapy, couples/marriage issues and trauma. 

Populations Served: I work with children, adolescents and adults.  I have a special interest in family therapy, couples/marriage issues and trauma. 

Approach: I am strength based in that I am always focused on the strengths that my clients already bring with them to help resolve issues.  I believe this is a more positive and effective way to proceed in therapy.

Personal Statement: In my lifetime I have always been directed toward the role of advocate.  It made sense to pursue a career in psychology/social work.  My personality allows me to work with empathy, humor and confrontation when needed. 

Licensed Professional Counselor

Graduate School: Sienna Heights University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling, Licensed Professional Counselor

Specialties: Working with at risk teenagers, behavioral children and adolescents, cognitively impaired, grief and loss, trauma and victimization, sexual, physical and mental abuse, anxiety and depression 

Populations Served: I work with children, adolescents and adults.  I have a special interest in family therapy, couples/marriage issues and trauma. and sexual issues. 

Approach: I believe in order for counseling to be effective both you and I must be actively involved in developing goals and assessing progress. I believe counseling is a progress that requires work in and out of sessions. Developing coping skills and resources, and changing yourself so when participating in everyday life become a more positive experience.

Personal Statement: I enjoy helping those who are willing to help themselves. My approach to therapy in client centered your goal is my goal.

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling,  Limited Licensed Professional Counselor

Specialties: Adolescents; adults; grief and loss; LGBTQ+ issues; life transitions/job loss; divorce/relationship loss; trauma; anxiety; depression; stress management; anger management; spirituality/faith; chronic pain/neuropathy; insomnia/sleep issues.

Populations Served: Adults and adolescents 

Approach: Are you unsure of where your life is heading or which path to take next? Are you anxious, depressed or feeling the loss of a loved one? Do feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders or perhaps crumbling before your eyes? Have you questioned your spirituality, faith and/or belief systems or perhaps going through a spiritual awakening or a Dark night of the soul? Have you or someone you know/love been diagnosed with cancer? Does chronic pain or neuropathy keep you from functioning throughout the day or not sleep well at night? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can guide you through these transitions.

Personal Statement: I am an intuitive clinical mental health counselor, art therapist, cancer counselor, psychic medium, Reiki Master/Teacher & Pranic Healer. I incorporate multiple modalities utilizing both traditional and alternative holistic therapies into your healing experience such as but not limited to: talk therapy, art therapy, nature therapy, drumming and other expressive arts along with energy healing- reiki/pranic healing, mindfulness, meditation and intuition development.

I believe we are all have our own unique journey in life and that no two paths are "exactly" the same. By incorporating both traditional and alternative holistic therapies into your session, I can assist you on your journey in healing ALL of you- mind, body and spirit. Are you ready to transition and take the first step? If so, give me a call!

Not currently taking new clients

Psychotherapist, Clinical Nurse Specialist Board Certified, Advanced Addictions Therapist Board Certified

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Masters in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, Advanced Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified, Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor-Board Certified

Specialties: Adolescents, adults, couples.  Depression, anxiety-stress related issues, grief and loss, post-traumatic stress disorder/trauma, pain management, anger management, impact of physical illness on mental health, impact of care-giving on the mental health of care-givers, substance abuse (alcohol and drugs), co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, other addictions (food, gambling, etc.). 

Populations Served: Adults, adolescents and children

Approach: I believe many people sincerely want to change but do not know how to begin and feel hopeless.  Past decisions and behavior seem impossible to forget and although the past cannot be changed, the hope lies in being able to change how one reacts to it in the present.  My approach, through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, is to offer tools and strategies to begin the process of change and to sustain those changes into the future. 

Personal Statement: I believe my nursing background as a healer, has given me the ability to understand the impact of thoughts and behaviors, not only on one's mental health but on one's physical health as well.  I am thereby able to help others to address the change from a very holistic perspective. 

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling, Professional Counselor

Specialties: Art Therapy, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, LGBTQ+, Autism

Populations Served: Adults, adolescents and children

Approach: My approach to therapy is client centered and focuses on the individual and their support system as a whole. I take clients backgrounds, personalities, and cultures into account. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treatment which focuses on thoughts, feelings, and actions. It also focuses on negative thought patterns and eliminating unwanted behaviors in life. I am certified in Art Therapy which uses sensory and kinesthetic properties perfect for any age. My specialties in Art Therapy include: Experientials, Journaling, and Assessments to help with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma and closure, and life transitions.

Personal Statement: I began volunteering with others around the age of 14. I worked with nursing homes, centers for blind children, and schools. I taught for Detroit Public Schools during undergrad where I studied Art and Psychology. I then pursued a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health with an Art Therapy concentration. I began leading groups for autistic adults, creating art therapy workshops, and working at the Mental Health and Wellness Center. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to better themselves and their lives in therapy.

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling, Professional Counselor 

Specialties: Anxiety, Communication Skills, Creativity, Depression, LGBTQ+ Issues, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Self-Esteem, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress

Populations Served: Adults, and adolescents

Approach: First and foremost, I strive to create a comfortable space of non-judgement with everyone I work with. As we build a connection, I will help you identify goals and create a personalized plan for how you can meet them. As all clients are unique, I'll orient my approach to the kinds of activities I believe would be most beneficial and relatable to you. Some of the therapeutic approaches I draw from include: Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and systems theory. For those inclined, I can also incorporate arts such as creative writing or music into therapy to encourage reflection and healing.

Personal Statement: I believe each person has specific needs and treat each situation by utilizing an individualistic and person-centered approach. I am deeply committed to my work as a therapist, as I feel it brings the very best of my skills together in the service of my clients. Additionally, I am an artist at heart, with background in music, comedy, and theater. I strive to bring an uplifting, creative spirit to my counseling sessions. Clients often say that my warmth and good-natured sense of humor help them to step out of their troubles and see things from a fresh perspective. It would be a privilege to help you on your journey of self-discovery and growth.

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

Graduate School: Wayne State University

Degree & License: Master's Degree in Counseling, Professional Counselor 

Specialties: Art Therapy; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; mindfulness; trauma; adjustment disorders; behavioral children and adolescents

Populations Served: Children, adolescents, and adults

Approach: I like to take an eclectic approach to therapy, incorporating multiple techniques and strategies. I believe utilizing a client-centered approach gives clients the opportunity to decide what to explore and how, while taking into consideration their background, personality, and environments. My main focus of treatment includes identifying and restructuring negative thoughts, feelings, and/or actions to formulate a healthier, positive mindset. Through doing this, I use mindfulness techniques, art therapy experientials, deep breathing techniques, and therapy worksheets to bring the client's awareness of these thoughts, feelings, or actions into the present moment.

Personal Statement: I was a member of student council in high school, which really opened my eyes to what giving back to the community means. I volunteered at soup kitchens, nursing homes, and animal shelters. Becoming interested in understanding individuals on a deeper level, I pursued a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, minoring in Applied Arts. Working with K-12 students who have emotional impairments and seeing some of my own family members struggle with mental health has inspired me to further my education, studying Clinical Mental Health with a concentration in Art Therapy.