Therapists in Manistee, MI

Hello! My name is Nichole Garcia and I am a licensed masters social worker, LMSW. I have been working in the field for about 13 years and started out working with children and teens at a residential shelter in 2012. I also have experience working with adults with bipolar disorder, anger issues, trauma and abuse, personality disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, the LGBTQ population, relationship issues, and many more. I have worked with those adults since 2017 at a community mental health agency (CMH). While working at a CMH, I have gained knowledge in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) where I have had the privilege to attend multiple trainings in DBT and prolonged exposure. I also have been able to attend trainings for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), eating disorders, and substance use disorders. I graduated at Wayne State University in 2012 with my Bachelors in Social Work and then in 2013 I enrolled in a 10 month accelerated masters program where I was able to obtain my Masters in Social Work. While attending college, I completed multiple internships working at homeless shelters, residential facilities, and the psychiatric ward. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. I am an open person and believe transparency is very important in a relationship. So as long as we can be honest with eachother, it will be a great therapeutic relationship. I am very passionate about my work. I love learning about my clients and ways we can work together to help you. I look forward to working with you and will make it an empathetic, genuine experience. Talk to you soon! Best regards, Nichole Garcia, LMSW

I have been doing individual, group, and family therapy since I received my MSW degree in 2007, but I've worked in the field of social work since right out of high school. In my therapy practice, I draw from a wide variety of personal and career experiences which have taught me to hold emotional space and cultivate safety and unconditional positive regard for my clients. I began as a VISTA volunteer at a YWCA on the border of Detroit. After completing my BSW at Wayne State University I was hired into a program that provided in-home family therapy and case management for parents that were involved with CPS. Then I joined the Peace Corps and served in Kingston, Jamaica as a youth-at-risk volunteer. I completed my MSW degree at Western Michigan University after I returned to the US, and have worked in a variety of settings as a clinical therapist since then, including a Native tribe, a medium-security prison, rural schools, and within a medical clinic setting. I also teach yoga and am a reiki master, and I practice Native Tradition. My current perspective on counseling is that humanity is going through a massive evolution of consciousness. I am an empath which also informs my therapeutic approach. I enjoy blending scientific facts and ancient wisdom with storytelling when working with my clients. I live in a cottage in the woods, close to Lake Michigan, and I spend as much time in nature as possible. I care deeply about people and while I have many hobbies, mental health therapy has always been my passion. My family is full of mental illness, addiction, narcissism, and abuse and as a child I dreamed of being happy and helping others find their happiness too. I believe we all have an inner compass that can guide us. Mindfulness, CBT techniques, yoga, philosophy, art, music, and humor make up the majority of my approach with clients in an attempt to spark that connection with your inner compass.

Hello, my name is Kristin and I have over 22 years experience working in the mental health field. Over the years I have worked in a variety of settings including a community mental health agency, a psychiatric hospital, an outpatient clinic, and also providing therapy in county jails. This experience has enable me to work with a broad range and intensity of clinical issues. I have the most experience working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship issues, and addictions. My counseling style is warm, interactive and encouraging. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, person-centered and psychodynamic therapy. We will work together as a team to identify your treatment goals and objectives and I will support you on your path to positive change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is really the key to a successful counseling experience. I have participated in treatment myself in the past to navigate some of life challenges, so I can appreciate the fact that reaching out for help can be a challenge. Unfortunately, there is still so much stigma around having mental health issues and the process for getting help can be overwhelming and intimidating. However, I also know from experience how much life can change for the better when you find support and take steps towards taking care of yourself! I primarily use evidence based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I applaud you for taking this first step in reaching out for help to build a better life for yourself. I look forward to working with you!

Hello from Dr. Brenda Yanofsky. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, licensed in the state of Michigan. In addition, my training includes training in natural Chinese Medicine and my healing approach combines the psychological as well as mind-body connection of energy healing. As a compassionate listener and healer, it is important for me to listen and learn about you to provide the best techniques and treatment, specifically designed for you. My training encompasses training in a variety of modalities and my services are personalized and specifically for you. My schedule is flexible and I am willing to provide appointment times that match your needs. With over forty years of experience, my specialties include anxiety, depression, relationships, grief and anger management, stress management, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationships, family issues, marital concerns, health challenges, insomnia concerns, and adjusting to challenges and change. Looking forward to supporting your healing journey. Flexible with scheduling and willing to provide an array of services: phone, text, and video services available through Betterhelp. Healing is a partnership of trust, compassion, and confidence that you have the beauty of soul and power of mind to create solutions for "your best life".

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I bring nearly three decades of compassionate clinical experience to supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate emotional wellness, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and workplace stress. I am deeply committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where individuals can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop stronger self-understanding. My approach honors each person's unique journey, with a particular focus on women's issues, midlife transitions, caregiver support, and addressing feelings of isolation or emptiness. My therapeutic work spans diverse areas including communication challenges, self-esteem development, career difficulties, and healing from codependency. I offer a warm, collaborative approach that empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strengths, rediscover life purpose, and cultivate meaningful personal transformation. Through evidence-based practices and compassionate guidance, I support individuals in developing resilience, processing complex emotions, and creating sustainable pathways toward emotional well-being and personal fulfillment.

As a seasoned therapist working well over thirty years helping a diversified population from school age children their families to working with mentally-ill patients and providing substance abuse treatment to individuals and group therapy providing these services as career is very full feeling. Those whom are in need of getting their life back together is always a challenge and can be very stressful. So therefore, the approach to counseling requires different methods to the person needs depending on what is going on in their lives. Working with individuals does require different approaches such as cognitive/supportive/confrontational therapy to reach their ability to function well. It's always hard to ask for Help and open up to someone whom you do not know but the benefits can be very rewarding. If I can be of professional assistance to you please reach out and we can work together on these changes.

Hi, I’m Grace. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Military Family and Life Counselor, and Success Coach with over 30 years of experience helping people move from survival mode into lives filled with clarity, confidence, and purpose. I’ve worked nationally and internationally—in hospitals, military installations, living rooms, and boardrooms—supporting people through grief, burnout, transitions, and those quiet, aching moments of “I thought I’d be happier by now.” My approach is real, holistic, and deeply practical. I blend evidence-based therapy, success coaching, and modern Feng Shui to help you clear the clutter—mentally, emotionally, and in your environment. Together, we’ll build the habits, mindset, and momentum you need to feel aligned, resilient, and fully you again. I believe you don’t need to be fixed—you need space to breathe, tools that work, and someone who truly sees you. That’s where I come in. I’ll help you get clear on what you want, uncover what’s holding you back, and take courageous, doable steps to create change that sticks. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters—intentionally and joyfully. Thank you for taking the first step. Looking forward to continuing the conversation!

Hello, My name is Tammara Sand and I have been working in the mental health field for 6 years. I have experience working with individuals who are feeling depressed, have anxiety, are diagnosed with ADHD, self-harming behaviors, eating disorders, and personality disorders. I believe in a compassionate approach to the sensitive issues that are impacting a persons mental health.

I am licensed in Michigan with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, LGBTQ concerns, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief, & coping with loss and so much more. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

My name is Randia M. Dickerson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Michigan. I obtained both my Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from Rhode Island College School of Social Work. I have experience working with individuals from marginalized communities such as people of color, LGBTQA+, undocumented individuals, victims of sex trafficking, and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. I have provided therapeutic interventions and safe spaces for healing to children, adolescents, and adults seeking support with depression, anxiety, trauma, stressors within the family system and psychosocial barriers. My values as a clinician strongly align with advocacy, social justice, dignity and showing up for those that otherwise would be alone on the road to improved mental health. As a clinician my practice style is a client-centered and strength-based treatment perspective to ensure clients feel heard, accepted, empowered, and maintain autonomy throughout their treatment preserving self-determination. Treatment modalities I find beneficial to ongoing mental health care in my area of practice are cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, deep breathing, and grounding techniques also solution-focused interventions. I have experience working with individuals that have the career path of sex work; and the professional capacity to explore in an appropriate manner all topics regarding, sex, sexuality and all things on the pleasure spectrum. I look forward to working with you.

I am licensed in Michigan with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Michigan with 10 years of professional work experience. I obtained a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & depression. I am passionate about learning, listening and bringing balance and wellness to the lives of my clients. As a therapist, my aim is to help you better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, what they mean and how they relate to your present day struggles and challenges. My role is to guide you as you take steps toward positive life changes, healing and a healthy mind. Together we will work to uncover and better understand the life challenges and day to day stressors that detract from your life and focus, by identifying and practicing coping skills that will make you stronger. You have made an important choice for your self-starting the process of exploring what brings you distress and wanting relief. We all have benefit from having someone to share our feelings with and help us make sense of the stresses we face. The treatment approaches that I use are evidence based treatments such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based Solution Focused Therapy, and Client Centered Therapy. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

When life throws you lemons, you have to learn how to make lemonade. I am here to help you become the best after the worst has happened. Teaching you how to play the hand life has dealt you through the therapeutic process. I am licensed in Michigan with 25 years of professional work experience. Fugitively, life will deal a bad hand that will follow through out a life time. Childhood trauma may be the contributing factor. Often times prompting anxiety and depressive episodes. I have experience and expertise in helping clients with trauma , anxiety and depression episodes Domestic Violence, sexual assault, and abuse, human trafficking and survivors of homicide, grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I provide therapy on behalf of ciients living the state of Michigan.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan with over 25 years of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges related to self-esteem, depression, life transitions, and personal growth. I offer a compassionate, inclusive approach that honors each person's unique journey. My expertise spans diverse areas including women's issues, young adult challenges, couples counseling, communication difficulties, and experiences of isolation. I'm particularly committed to supporting individuals working through body image concerns, attachment issues, workplace dynamics, and personal transformation. My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative, designed to help clients develop deeper self-understanding and resilience. Whether you're struggling with chronic health challenges, seeking to improve relationships, or exploring personal identity, I provide a supportive space for meaningful healing and personal development. I am available for weekend and late night sessions upon request. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe in creating a non-judgmental environment where every person can explore their authentic self and potential for growth. I have served on the Board of Directors of the Michigan AIDS Coalition, and worked at a variety of universities and non-profit agencies. I am a volunteer within the Girl Scout Movement on a local, national and international level.