Find a licensed online therapist in Byron, MI

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, and Registered Nurse licensed in Michigan, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a member of the American Counseling Association. and the Michigan Counseling Association. I have 25-years of experience working as a Counselor and Life Coach. . I graduated with High Honors from Aquinas College with a BSN in Nursing and a BS in Psychology. I graduated from Western Michigan University with High Honors and received an MA in Counseling Psychology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, compulsive eating disorders, and career challenges, I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. As an RN and an LPC, I have helped many people with cancer and other life-challenging conditions and their families cope with their illnesses. I have facilitated support groups for Hospice, PFLAG (Parents and Friends of LGBTQIA+), Cancer support, Pet Loss, Career, and Compulsive Eating. I co-facilitate "The Art of Healing" retreats with Dr. Bernie Siegel. I am a Contributing Author for Star Nations Magazine and I have been a Contributing Author for a chapter in a book written by Dr. Bernie Siegel entitled, "Faith, Hope & Healing'" which describes my journey with kidney cancer. I recently wrote a chapter in Dr. Siegel's new book, 'Love, Animals, and Miracles." The name of the chapter I wrote was "Maltese Miracle" which is a story about my little 5-pound Maltese dog named Bernie. My therapeutic style can be described as warm and integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the person. I use a mix between Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, including positive psychology. I believe in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all of the individual's needs. I believe that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum physical and emotional health. I am positively focused to help the person move forward constructively with their life, and past their current obstacles. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I have read, understand, and agree to the Client Terms of Service at https://www.betterhelp.com/terms/ 24 This includes understanding and agreeing that: My Better Help clinician cannot provide, verify, or produce reports related to clinical diagnosis of a mental health condition. While trained to do so, services of this nature must be provided outside of the Better Help site/services at the discretion of my provider. My Better Help clinician cannot provide proof of attendance at, or reports regarding progress in, use of the site or services provided through the site. This includes documentation for court, custody agreements, employers, or any other party. My Better Help clinician cannot provide letters of support for Emotional Support Animal designations (or ESA’s.) I understand that I can seek out online therapy with Ruth Vanden Bosch, RN, LPC, NCC or another clinician OUTSIDE of Better Help if I have needs for clinical diagnosis, biopsychosocial assessment with diagnosis (including psychological testing), or referrals for treatment that come from the legal system, child welfare services, or my employer, and may require documentation or proof of attendance. I look forward to working with you!

Hello, my name is Karen Kavaloski and I am a LPC in New Mexico, North Carolina and in Missouri. I was originally licensed as a counselor in 2009 while working in Arizona by the State of North Carolina after making a career change from a almost 30 year history in nursing. My passion since I was a young adult was counseling and it took me almost 30 years to achieve my goal of becoming a counselor. I was a Marine wife for almost 30 years and have traveled allot, I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. My youngest, a son, and one of my grandchildren are severely autistic so I can identify with the stress and struggles some families have with managing special needs within their family. I am also a cancer survivor. I believe we all have an ability to heal the body, mind and soul and I consciously strive daily to be an active participant in my life and support and encourage others to do the same. My education beyond my nursing and counseling includes a Masters in Business Administration and a Doctorate in (Christian) Ministries. I have worked primarily over this past 17 years with trauma and substance abuse in the adult population with about 3 years working with the teenage population in these areas. I also have worked about 5 years total with prison reentry and counseling individuals and families with histories of incarceration in state and federal prison. I believe in working with individuals and families to achieve their highest goals. I believe the client is the expert in his/her own life and I fully encourage one to strive to work towards building a strong foundation within themselves and their families whatever that looks like to them, to that end I use focused solution therapy, internal systems therapy, mindfulness/compassion therapy, cognitive and cognitive behavioral, dialectical therapy, emotional freedom techniques and/or neurolinguistic techniques . I am also the author and publisher self help books under my Sacred Self Workbook Series Outside my therapy practice, I spend my leisure time reading. meditation/praying and gardening. I do light exercise daily.

As a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, and self-esteem issues. I offer a compassionate, holistic approach that addresses diverse concerns including social anxiety, isolation, life transitions, workplace stress, and personal growth. My therapeutic style honors each individual's unique journey, with particular expertise in supporting women, couples, caregivers, and older adults experiencing midlife transitions. My work focuses on empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding, improve communication, and cultivate resilience. I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal challenges, heal from past experiences, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. Whether you're struggling with relationship difficulties, navigating life changes, or seeking personal growth, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance.

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.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, personal challenges, and emotional well-being. My approach centers on helping clients develop resilience, self-understanding, and effective coping strategies across various life domains. I have extensive experience addressing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, and career difficulties. My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to overcome social anxiety, communication barriers, and interpersonal struggles. I'm particularly passionate about supporting women through unique life stages, including pregnancy, relationship transitions, and personal growth journeys. My practice emphasizes compassionate, personalized care that honors each individual's unique experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to explore underlying patterns, build self-love, and develop practical tools for managing life's complexities. Whether you're experiencing workplace stress, relationship challenges, or seeking deeper personal insight, I'm committed to supporting your path toward healing and self-discovery.

I am a warm , encouraging solution oriented therapist. I My expertise is in diagnosing and treatment of mental, behavioral and emotional disorders, including anxiety and depression. I believe a therapeutic relationship is based on trust, good will and respect that is conductive to client commitment and goal achievement.

I am licensed in Michigan with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Feeling respected and accepted are essential characteristics in a working relationship. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I use different methods of therapy. 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 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Michigan with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, depression, & coping with life changes. I focus on helping people change themselves for the better. I use specific, short-term, solution-focused treatment techniques based on insight and behavioral change. I work with a wide range of presenting problems and mood disorders including depression / grief, anxiety/phobias, anger management, adjustment, bipolar and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I focus on rapport and utilization of a client's strengths as a therapeutic foundation. My role is to facilitate real change in people by helping them to hear what they need to hear, in a way that they are able to accept it, even if it is difficult. This acceptance of reality is critical to creating permanent positive changes in people's lives. I believe that the mind and body are deeply connected, and that optimal mental health cannot be achieved without proper nutrition and physical health. I also believe in the power of the conscious as well as the unconscious mind to relieve symptoms and make lasting changes.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice is deeply committed to creating an affirming, inclusive space for diverse experiences and identities. I specialize in addressing mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, and life transitions, with a particular focus on supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, and those navigating significant personal changes. My therapeutic approach centers on empowerment, self-discovery, and compassionate guidance. I work collaboratively with clients to explore communication patterns, address social anxieties, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. Whether you're struggling with mood disorders, relationship dynamics, workplace challenges, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm dedicated to supporting your unique journey. I approach each client with genuine respect, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to helping you build resilience, self-love, and authentic connections. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful to you, honoring your individual strengths and experiences.

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.

Hello, I'm Rev. Dr. Vickie Wright, I am a licensed therapist counselor, and ordained minister with over seven years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life transitions, relationships challenges, emotional stress, and personal growth. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or tired of carrying things alone. Whether you are facing changes in relationships, career decisions, health recovery, grief, or questions about purpose and confidence, therapy can be a safe place to slow down, gain clarity, and move forward with strength. My approach is warm, practical, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping you understand patterns, build emotional resilience, strengthen communication, and reconnect with your inner voice and direction. I work especially well with adult navigating identity shifts, and motivation challenges. For clients who desire it, I am also comfortable integrating faith-sensitive or spiritually grounded perspective into the counseling process. My goal is to meet you where you are and support meaningful, sustainable change. Starting therapy can fell like a big step, but you do not have to figure everything out alone. I look forward to walking alongside you in your journey toward healing, clarity, and renewed confidence.

As a compassionate therapist with nearly a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients work through challenges like social anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and mood disorders. I offer a supportive, affirming approach that honors each person's unique journey and personal experiences. My therapeutic style is grounded in understanding and empathy, with a particular focus on addressing issues such as guilt, shame, panic attacks, and attachment challenges. I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds, including those seeking faith-informed counseling or exploring sexuality and identity. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and move towards healing. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for managing stress, processing difficult experiences, and fostering personal growth. Whether you're dealing with life transitions, family conflicts, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional support.

Hello! I'm Alyssa (she/hers). I have been working as a clinician since 2021. I have vast experience with trauma, grief, sexual behavior problems and traumas, and general mental health. I have worked with individuals with anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and other "life issues." I love to meet my clients where they are at and address any issues they are struggling with, however, grief and anxiety are my clinical favorites. I believe in the individuality of the person recognizing that "one size does not fit all" when it comes to therapy! I use a variety of modalities such as DBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, and activity therapy. I focus on individual mental health needs, and psycho education. I use a trauma-informed approach. I have experience providing individual, group, and family therapies and leading support groups. I recognize that starting therapy can be a scary journey for some. I want to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings in a judgement free zone.