Therapists in Benzonia, MI

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.

As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice in Michigan centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and ADHD. I offer a compassionate, inclusive approach that respects diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences. My therapeutic style creates a welcoming space where clients from all walks of life can feel understood and supported. Whether you're seeking guidance through personal struggles or looking to develop stronger coping strategies, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional expertise. I draw from evidence-based practices to provide personalized support that honors your unique journey. My goal is to help you build resilience, gain insights, and move towards meaningful personal growth at a pace that feels comfortable and authentic to you.

ABOUT ME I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 11 years experience in the mental health care field. I received a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Oakland University and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Wayne State University. I have also obtained a Master’s degree in Human Resources Administration from Central Michigan University, which lends itself to understanding many issues that occur in the workplace including bullying and competition for resources. These workplace issues can result in symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression in some clients. I am also a fully trained and experienced EMDR therapist. I have a diverse background in the mental healthcare field. I have worked with all age clients in an intensive outpatient program, clients in an outpatient rehabilitation clinic, seniors in an assisted living environment, and adults ages 18 and up in a large private practice. WHY WORK WITH A MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL? Slowing down, if even for an hour, and sharing your story with a professional may help start the process of gaining personal clarity and understanding. You may not be able to change the past, but you may be able to begin to learn from it and move forward. The process of working through traumas with a professional counselor can be liberating. You can learn to establish new ways of thinking, new behaviors, and an improved sense of direction. Your unique situation deserves to be explored as you experience it. Trouble, chaos, regret, difficulty, trial, cheating, worry, doubt, sadness, and a feeling of brokenness, can all eventually lead to a feelings of powerlessness. Things can improve, there is hope, and I want to join you in your journey toward that improvement. During the counseling process, I desire to walk beside every person who chooses to visit with me. I strive to create a caring and supportive environment where anyone in need of counseling can sit with a mental health professional and regain a sense of control in their lives. Every relationship, every emotion, and every story you are a part of matters – every life is important. I want to help you reflect on your life events and to help you gain perspective, escape lies, embrace your inner truth, experience joy, and discover or rediscover purpose in your life. If a painful past caused you to embrace and believe a story that just isn’t your truth, then I want to work with you as you discover a realistic perspective of yourself and obtain goals that match that realistic perspective. Reach out to me today to schedule an appointment for your first session. SPECIALTIES • Anxiety • Trauma Recovery • Depression • Grief and Loss • Identity Development • Low Self-Worth • Mood and Thought Disruptions • Life Stage Transition and the Aging Process THERAPY APPROACH This depends on the situation and the issues each client is requesting assistance with. I am certified in and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Short Term/Solution Focused techniques, Interpersonal Therapy, all while keeping each unique and whole person in mind under the umbrella of Humanism. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 25 SERVICES OFFERED MESSAGING - LIVE CHAT - PHONE - VIDEO LICENSING LPC #6401014700 Expiration date: 1/31/28

Thank you for reading my counselor profile. I have been a licensed (LPC) and certified (CRC) counselor for about 30 years. I have experience in a variety of rehabilitation and mental health settings. This clinical background has given me the opportunity to assist a diverse group of individuals with many different life issues. Fortunately, I have able to work with both younger and older adults throughout my career. My general counseling style is client centered. The tools I use are drawn from an eclectic group of counseling theories, including Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. Of course, expertise and a solid theoretical base are important in effectively helping others, but every individual is unique. Therefore, everyone who seeks counseling has unique issues and deserves individualized assistance. No one is their "diagnosis" or "disability". The client is the expert on him or herself. Change can be difficult. My contribution, as a guide and partner, is to really listen, care, and share what has worked for others in situations similar to yours. Then, together, we can develop realistic goals leading to a better future.

Hi :) I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Michigan with nine years of experience walking alongside adults through some of life’s heaviest seasons. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, substance use concerns, family stress, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, and significant trauma. While I have experience working with children and adolescents, my heart and passion are rooted in helping adults make sense of their stories, regulate their emotions, and build lives that feel steady and meaningful. My counseling style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on your own life — even if right now it doesn’t feel that way. Therapy with me is not about judgment or rigid advice; it’s about slowing down, getting curious, and building practical tools that help you feel more grounded and in control. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, solution-focused strategies, and concrete coping skills to support emotional regulation and growth. I have additional training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which allow us to process trauma and intense emotions in ways that are structured, supportive, and manageable. Together, we create goals that are realistic, measurable, and aligned with the life you want. Growth takes courage. You don’t have to do it alone. I would be honored to support you in becoming your most grounded and authentic self.

Terri Duganne MSW, LMSW Spiritual Growth and Integrative Therapist For over 35 years, I have walked alongside individuals seeking a deeper meaning, healing, and wholeness. My work is rooted in a Bio-Psycho-Spiritual approach - honoring the inseparable connection between body, mind, and soul. I draw from Meditaion, Mindful-Being, and interfaith wisdom traditions to meet each person exactly where they are. I have been told I have a particular gift in working with those in their wisdom years, guiding them through the profound process of life review - a reflective journey of integrating past experiences, finding meaning, and embracing a renewed sense of self. Whether you are navigating a spiritual awakening, a life transition, grief, or simply a quiet longing for something more, I offer a space that is safe, unhurried, and deeply honoring of your unique path. It would be my honor to walk with you on your journey of discovering your higher purpose.

A trusting and confidential relationship is the foundation for therapy, reducing emotional pain, increasing motivation for change and developing strengths. Through talk therapy we identify values, become aligned with those values as a guide towards health and move from isolation to connection. My style of counseling is centered in being, becoming, belonging and creating a safe space to discover using evidence-based practices. Our mission is wellbeing with a particular emphasis on the unique experience of Black American Men and becoming better for ourselves and our families. The core of my practice centers on self-awareness, discovery and growth. Through experiencing and talk, we develop strategies, bring to light meaning and find direction.. This is facilitated through reflective thought of personal experiences, relationships, community and systems. My approach is as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. Mental health counseling is a great first step to untangle difficult thoughts and experiences. It is also a wonderful next step to becoming better than our current circumstances that can be difficult or good. The goal is awareness, connection and moving with purpose on life's journey with better ways of handling the vicissitudes of living.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan and I am interested in providing services to Michigan clients, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My professional approach centers on helping clients address relationship dynamics, family conflicts, grief, parenting struggles, and career transitions. I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals experiencing isolation, social anxiety, and challenges related to life purpose. My therapeutic work focuses on creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore difficult emotions like guilt and shame, and work towards personal growth and healing. I believe in empowering individuals to develop meaningful strategies for overcoming interpersonal and internal obstacles. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I collaborate with clients to develop personalized approaches that honor their unique experiences and strengths. My goal is to support you in developing greater self-understanding, resilience, and emotional well-being.

I am licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience spans multiple years in various settings, such as outpatient, inpatient settings, homebound and community. I am an attentive listener, focused on helping individuals to feel comfortable in taking that initial step in asking for help. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal conflict, workplace issues, and anger management. Commonly used approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, a modified EMDR approach, and a broad range of strategies suitable to meet specific needs.

Hello, I am Miss Nancy. I am a LMSW, CAS (certified autism specialist), and an RPT (registered play therapist) in the Michigan with 15 years experience working as a mental health clinician. I worked at a local Community Mental Health Agency for 8 years in the Outpatient, ACT Team, and Clinical Case Management settings. I have worked with a variety of clients as young as 3 years old to 80 years old with a wide variety of concerns. Many younger clients concerns included anxiety, depression, ADHD, ADD, school problems, traumas, emotional de-regulation, grief and loss of loved ones, and low self esteem. The older clients I have treated have encountered grief & loss of loved ones due to COVID or age, depression, anxiety, changes in life due to mental and physical concerns, low self esteem, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, OCD, care giving issues of parents, physical and emotional traumas. Miss Nancy's therapy style is warm, interactive, and faith based for those willing to discuss their faith. I believe inn treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion no matter what age. I believe in treating the person as a whole without the stigmatizing labels. My approach to therapy is eclectic drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy for children and adolescents, Internal Family Systems, Family Theories, and Attachment Theory. As your therapist, I will listen intently to your priorities for your treatment goals. Therapy is for the client to achieve goals and become a more productive person in life. It takes courage to make a phone call, email, or text for help to overcome the negative vibes the world sends out on a daily basis. Everyone deserves to have a happier and healthier life. It can be achieved and be fulfilled. If you are ready to take steps to reach your goal, I am here to provide education, interventions, support, guidance, and empowerment for you. I look forward to working with you!!

I am licensed in Michigan with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients dealing and resolving issues relating to stress, anxiety, family conflicts, lacking motivation, low self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with individuals coping with life changes. 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!

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding the multifaceted nature of human experience, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress, and addiction. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore personal growth, heal from past wounds, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. My practice focuses on a wide range of concerns, including life transitions, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, social anxiety, and personal identity. Drawing from a holistic perspective, I work collaboratively with clients to uncover their inherent strengths and create personalized pathways toward healing. Whether you're navigating workplace challenges, family conflicts, or personal transformations, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance. My therapeutic approach is flexible and client-centered, honoring each individual's unique journey and personal values. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and belief systems, creating a safe and affirming environment for exploration and growth.

I am licensed in Michigan with 25 years of professional work experience including ; 5 yrs psychiatric hospital, 5 yrs community mental health, 5 yrs private practice and 10 yrs at a State facility. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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. 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 a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) in Michigan. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, divorce, depression, post-partum adjustment, ADHD & coping with life changes. I believe you are the expert of your story and have many God-given 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 and I am proud of you for getting started!