As a licensed therapist in Texas and Michigan, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My approach is deeply empathetic and tailored to each person's unique journey, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and career transitions. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to empower clients to understand themselves more deeply, overcome obstacles, and create positive life changes. Whether you're facing personal struggles, seeking clarity, or working through significant life transitions, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional guidance.

*The first step to getting anywhere, is deciding you’re no longer willing to stay where you are! * Hi and welcome! My name is Karin Johnson and I want to thank you for visiting my page. Reaching out for help is always a challenging, but important step, and I am glad you've taken that step! First, let me introduce myself to you... I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Arizona State University and received my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups of all age ranges. My style is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental. I want you to feel comfortable working with me. My counseling style is relaxed and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, strength-based modalities, solution-focused counseling, psychoeducation, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness practices. I look to highlight a person’s strengths and their positives in their lives, and to work through personal difficulties and together, overcome life’s challenges to reach your goals. My role is to assist you in developing the needed skills and confidence to live your life to the fullest. Some of these skills may include improving communication, understanding healthy boundaries, and developing good relationships. I like to set practical goals with you, to help make changes in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that solve problems. I will provide resources and worksheets as needed, so you can continue to focus on your growth outside of messaging or our live sessions. If you want support to start addressing the issues that are holding you back and causing you discomfort, then I would really like to start working with you. I have the warmth, insight, and skills so together we can help you build healthy coping strategies.

I, Hershel Jackson, MA, LPC, follow and will uphold the Code of Ethics of the American Counseling Association, along with the Michigan Board of Counseling. Description of Practice: Assessment, individual, family, and group counseling services provided to adolescents and adults with substance abuse, transitional, mental health issues, grief and loss, and interpersonal challenges. Also providing counseling services regarding relationship, marital, and divorce. The primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with Person-Centered and Existential elements included. Sessions will be confidential, but there may be special cases when confidentiality has to be breached for either legal situations or the safety of the client and/or others. Education & Experience: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, # 6401011422 State of Michigan – LARA Bureau of Professional Licensing. Educational experience includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology awarded from Wayne State University and a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling (Community) awarded by the University of Detroit Mercy. Relevant work experience includes providing case management services to clients’ with mental illness and substance abuse, client contact, and identifying client barriers. Currently employed through the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program. Documentation experience with progress notes, conducting assessments, and Person-Centered Plans. Practicum experience includes completion of a 15-week practicum experience at the University of Detroit Mercy Counseling Clinic, a fully operational Clinic open to the general public in which individuals with a variety of mental health and substance abuse needs were served and a 600 hour internship at the John D. Dingell Department of Veterans Affairs providing therapy for war veterans receiving medical and/or mental health services.

I am licensed in Texas with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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. 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.

I am a clinical social worker licensed in Michigan with over 13 years of professional work experience. I have been trained in and utilize a number of different orientations and modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, clinical hypnosis, and other trauma and attachment-based therapies. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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.

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.

I am licensed in Michigan with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.

I am licensed in Michigan with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Michigan with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. 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. 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.

I am licensed in Michigan with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with parenting issues. 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!

I am licensed in Michigan with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with depression. 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. 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.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life's complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients manage stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and personal transitions with compassion and practical strategies. My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to develop resilience, enhance self-esteem, and cultivate meaningful coping skills. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I'm committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and strengths. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I collaborate with clients to identify personalized pathways toward emotional wellness and personal growth. Whether you're experiencing workplace stress, relationship difficulties, or seeking to build greater self-confidence, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. My goal is to help you develop practical tools, gain deeper self-understanding, and move toward the life you envision. I believe in your capacity for positive change and am honored to support your therapeutic journey.

As a licensed therapist with over four decades of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders, and suicide prevention with a compassionate approach rooted in understanding and healing. I offer a supportive therapeutic environment that honors individual experiences, particularly for those seeking guidance through social anxiety, isolation, attachment challenges, and personal growth. My approach is deeply respectful of personal beliefs and values, with a commitment to helping clients develop healthier communication patterns and emotional resilience. Drawing from extensive clinical expertise, I work collaboratively with clients to explore underlying emotional patterns, develop coping strategies, and support meaningful personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with panic attacks, guilt, shame, or seeking pathways to forgiveness, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

I have practiced five years of clinical therapy. I value developing an earnest client-therapist relationship with my clients, during the therapy sessions. I believe it is important for the client to feel understood and heard. I conduct my sessions using talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and play therapy. My goal for every client is to help them gain one step closer to understanding what bothers them. If you want to start this journey, then I am here to walk that path with you.