Therapists in Monroe, MI

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with couples, individuals, families and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with clients dealing with a wide range of concerns including spiritual issues, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, stress, career challenges, and divorce recovery. I have also done a lot of premarital work, communication training and have counseled women struggling with eating disorders. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach is eclectic and includes cognitive-behavioral, paradoxical, empathic listening and family of origin work. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, working to find a pace that both challenges you to reach the goals you desire to achieve, while also helping you to feel heard, understood and as comfortable as possible. It takes a great deal of courage to reach out for help in order to have a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take those steps, I am excited to help support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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

As a licensed therapist with extensive experience serving diverse communities in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, holistic approach to therapy, drawing from decades of professional experience working with individuals across different life stages—from young adults to older adults. My background includes deep expertise in addressing self-esteem challenges, communication difficulties, social anxiety, and interpersonal relationship dynamics. My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative, focusing on empowering clients to develop stronger self-understanding, build resilience, and create meaningful personal transformation. I'm committed to creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and develop healthier coping strategies. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific emotional needs and personal goals. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, relationship challenges, or seeking deeper self-awareness, I'm here to support you with genuine empathy and professional guidance.

Compassion, empathy and genuine love for people is what propels me to utilize the therapeutic process to listen, encourage, empower and uplift. My professional experience includes working with children, youth, and families to offer mental health support. In addition, I have worked closely with law enforcement as a co-responder and am also considered a Certified First Responder Counselor. Psychotherapy Specializations include: Generalized anxiety disorder, work related stress, depression, relationship issues, PTSD, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity and Disorder (ADHD), Communication, Anger, and Parenting I have experience working within the law enforcement community, foster care, community mental health and with people from various populations, including socioeconomic, ethnic, cultural, religious, and racial backgrounds. Cultural diversity and sensitivity is a priority in my practice. Counseling Techniques: Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR and Grief therapy. I look forward to joining you on this journey as you work through challenges and discover your inner strength.

My name is Brenda Sanders and I am a clinical therapist who makes every effort to bring an efficient and effective combination of experiences and skills to help clients navigate through difficult life issues; all while possessing a genuine concern and deep empathy for the clients. In the therapy process, I will utilize my experiences and skills to maximize outcomes and provide wholeness to individuals and families. I hold an Associate Degree in Science from Wayne County Community District College, Bachelor Degree in Family Community Services from Sienna Heights University, Master Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University; in addition, I am a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor and specialize in Gerontology; finally, I have been trained in Trauma Informed Care, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Michigan. I have over 5 years experience as a therapist and have worked with many populations in a wide range of treatment settings. These have included adult homeless program, returning citizens program, substance abuse treatment facility, agency for autistic children, and both adult and children outpatient mental health programs. I have a broad experience with working with children and adolescents, as well as supervising staff in this field. Area of prominence with children include attention deficit hyperactive disorder, autism disorder, conduct disorder, post-traumatic disorder, developmental delays, various types of abuse/neglect, dysfunctional family, and mood disorder. I also have a strong base of therapist experience working with adults in a wide variety of settings. Specialty areas include substance use disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, general mood disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorder, paranoid personality disorder, schizophrenic disorder, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder. It definitely takes courage to seek change. I am here to assist, support, and empower you when you are ready to seek that change.

I am a professional counselor licensed in the state of Michigan, and have been practicing for over eight years. I am committed to helping my clients help themselves. Through sincerity, caring and being empathic in understanding to your needs, my goal is to equip you with the tools necessary to bring about a positive outcome. This includes clarifying and understanding your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I have been in this field for some time now and have worked with a plethora of individuals, ranging from children to elders. I have a strong history of working with teen issues and adolescent and youth development. Aside from counselor, I am also an LPC supervisor. Meanwhile, I am Nationally Certified and have worked in private practice and the school setting; and hold certification in both. I have experience working with a variety of clients as well as with a variety of issues, i.e., coping skills, depression, anxiety, grief, parenting, family dynamics, stress, school issues, etc. My number one priority is YOU, the client; and, I believe through joint effort, hard work strong commitment and growth, a resolution can occur. I would love to work with you and look forward to hearing from you. Best Regards, LaTrena Marshall MA, LPC, NCC

I am licensed in Michigan with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, & coping with life changes. I believe that you and I working together can make solving most issues easy. But it is necessary to take the first step to sign up for therapy. I have had experience with people new to therapy and those people who have had years of therapy. Therapy is a positive approach to any problem. Although I have had experience with many issues, anxiety and depression are areas where zi have worked with people of all ages from children to older adults. I believe that it is easy to talk to me and my clients have had much success in solving their issues. So I hope you will sign up and so we can meet.

I am licensed in Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, Vermont and West Virginia with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I also have experience working with depression. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

ABOUT ME I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with specialties in the areas of Addictions and Mental Health Counselor. I worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationships problems, grief/loss, and career issues. Additionally, I have helped many clients who have experienced physical and emotional trauma as well as various types of and abuse. My therapy style is strengths based with approaches utilizing several therapeutic modalities ranging from; client centered, solution focused, motivational interviewing and a strengths based approach which draws heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Theory. I will tailor our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs working with your individual strengths to assist you in your therapeutic journey, Lastly, I would like to commend you with taking this incredible step to seek therapy. I look forward to empowering you with tools to meet self-care needs and goals. Thank you for the opportunity to working with you! SPECIALITIES • Anxiety • Addictions • Trauma • Self-esteem • Anger Management • Grief and Loss Please note: my mode of therapy is video.

I am a Michigan, South Carolina, and Tennessee-licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working as a therapist. I have spent the majority of my career as a Social Worker on Active Duty with the military, treating conditions from mild anxiety/depression to PTSD. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach strength-focused, supportive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! .

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex relationship dynamics and life transitions. With over six years of professional experience, I bring a compassionate and nuanced approach to helping clients understand and transform their interpersonal challenges. My practice is deeply rooted in creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their emotional landscapes and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I am particularly passionate about working with mature adults, offering tailored support that honors their unique life experiences and perspectives. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques, I aim to empower clients to build healthier communication patterns, enhance emotional resilience, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships. My commitment is to walk alongside you, providing gentle guidance and professional support as you navigate your personal journey of healing and self-discovery.

I am licensed in Michigan with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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 have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Hello! My name is Stephanie and I am an LMSW practicing in the state of Michigan. I received my BSW from Saginaw Valley State University and my MSW from Wayne State University. I have been working as a clinical social worker for over 15 years. I have worked in various settings including medical hospitals, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and outpatient therapy settings. I have experience working with needs related to depression, anxiety, anger management, self esteem, and trauma/abuse. I also have experience working with veterans. I provide a welcoming environment and I believe in treating everyone with respect. I am a firm believer that you are the expert of your life. I am here to guide you and empower you to use your skills to help you live your best life! I approach treatment using a Cognitive Behavioral and Strengths Based approach. I know it can be difficult to reach out for help and I am happy to be a part of your journey. I look forward to working with you!