As a licensed therapist in Florida and Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, with particular expertise in addressing depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ experiences, and addiction challenges. I am deeply committed to creating a compassionate, affirming space where clients can explore their most profound personal struggles. My therapeutic work focuses on helping individuals develop self-love, improve communication, overcome social anxiety, and heal from past experiences of discrimination, violence, and systemic challenges. My practice embraces a holistic perspective that honors diverse identities and experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for healing, growth, and empowerment. Whether you're confronting workplace stress, relationship dynamics, or personal transformation, I'm dedicated to supporting your path toward emotional wellness and authentic living.

Have you felt sad, lonely or unheard? Do you experience feelings of nervousness or even panic? Are you struggling with important decisions in your life or feel overwhelmed? If life is handing you more than you can handle by yourself, it’s time for a positive change. I can help support and guide you and together, we can empower you, to face all of life’s challenges. I am a licensed social worker in Michigan with over 20 years of experience working with many people just like yourself. I have successfully helped people who have experienced depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and OCD. I consider it an honor to support individuals on their personal journeys toward: inner peace, mindfulness, effective communication, deeper relationships, self-awareness and contentment. You have already taken the first step to a transformational change in your life and where the mind goes, the energy flows! If you are ready to take the next pivotal step, I am here to support and empower you to do great things. *Please note that I do not conduct “texting only” therapy. I believe that it is vital to establish a connection and build rapport with my clients initially, via video or even phone calls. You can however, feel free to text me via your portal at anytime. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed in Michigan with 33 years of professional work experience. 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 would bring to BetterHelp, 37 years of professional experience as a chaplain, clinical social worker, social work supervisor, and behavioral health program manager. My medical military assignments included Walter Reed, Madigan Army Medical Centers, and the U.S. Army Public Health Command. Prior to military service, I was employed as a social work supervisor, and social worker in multiple settings, including; Outpatient. substance abuse, Inpatient. and Outpatient, mental health and dual diagnosis treatment. I’ve been a Macro Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Michigan since 1986. Co-Author and Contributor: "Diversity in Human Interaction: The Tapestry of America”, 2004, Oxford Press Publication. Served as a member of the VA/DOD Integrated Mental Health Strategy (IMHS) leadership team for Strategic Action (SA) #23 on Chaplains’ Roles in the VA and DOD; published an article in the Journal for Healthcare Chaplaincy, March 2013. I served as one of the Army’s national strategic planners and trainers on suicide awareness and prevention programs. I'm currently employed part-time as a mental health chaplain with the Department of Veteran Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA. I'm also a Doctoral Candidate in the Department of Social Work at Capella University.

I am licensed in Michigan with 13 years of clinical experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, ADHD, depression, anger, confidence and 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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.

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, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate diverse emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and trauma recovery. I offer a warm, culturally responsive approach that honors each person's unique journey. My background includes extensive work supporting individuals across various life stages, from young adults to older populations, with particular sensitivity to challenges related to social anxiety, personal growth, and healing from difficult experiences. My therapeutic approach is grounded in understanding, respect, and collaborative healing. I draw from evidence-based practices to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their strengths, work through challenges, and develop meaningful strategies for personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with interpersonal conflicts, processing past trauma, or seeking guidance through life transitions, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional insight.

Hello I have been a counselor for approximately 12 years. During those 12 years I have dealt with marriage and family issue, have5 plus years in this area alone. I have worked with parents and families involved in the foster care system, as well as Individuals with Major Depression and some alcohol use and abuse, just to name a few. I am a well rounded counselor who is openminded and nonjudgmental. I have a Master's in Arts from Siena Heights University in Community Counseling and attended the DBT Institute in Michigan . My treatment approaches are eclectic and include, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral therapy, and some reality therapy.

Let's work together to get you out of that rut and onto the path you were meant to walk! I've been there myself and now I want to help others find God's plan for your life--and you were not meant to be stuck, but to prosper and succeed. I've been a therapist, a group leader, and worked with a variety of ages and populations in the field for 14 years, using primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (put simply, your thoughts affect your behavior and emotions) and a client-centered approach. If you're ready to take that first step, I'm here to walk alongside you.

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.

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients work through challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and interpersonal dynamics. I offer a compassionate, understanding space where individuals can explore personal growth, healing, and self-discovery. My therapeutic work focuses on addressing issues such as communication difficulties, shame and guilt, codependency, family dynamics, and substance use challenges. I'm committed to creating a supportive environment that honors each person's unique journey and empowers them to develop healthier coping strategies and relationships. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to help clients build resilience, improve self-understanding, and develop practical tools for managing life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with past experiences, current stressors, or seeking personal development, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

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.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan with over 20 years of professional experience, I help clients with relationship issues, motivation, self esteem and confidence, career difficulties, & 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 seek a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I served for eight years on the Michigan Counseling Licensure Board and have been an adjunct faculty member at Michigan State University and John Brown University, as well as a regular guest lecturer at Eastern Michigan University.