As a licensed therapist in Michigan with two decades of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients develop resilience and self-compassion, particularly when facing life transitions, communication challenges, and personal growth opportunities. I bring a compassionate and direct approach to therapy, with expertise in addressing anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and panic-related experiences. My work centers on empowering people to cultivate stronger self-understanding, improve interpersonal relationships, and develop meaningful coping strategies. My therapeutic style emphasizes creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past challenges, and build sustainable emotional wellness. I'm committed to walking alongside individuals as they rediscover their inner strength and create positive, transformative life changes. If your goal is to stabilize yourself, mentally, physically and emotionally, I will be able to help.

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.

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.

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.

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 licensed in Michigan with 26 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. 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.

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 20 years of professional work experience. I am passionate about working with individuals who are struggling and helping them find solutions to their issues. I focus on developing trust and the therapeutic relationship where a client feels safe to make positive changes. My focus is to help people thrive and achieve their goals, while developing areas of strength and resiliency. My experience areas are depression, anxiety, grief, anger, abuse, self-esteem, family, parenting, and faith concerns. 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 want to share a little insight into my perspective regarding therapy. Therapy isn’t just what happens in our sessions, it’s something I carry with me throughout my day. As I go about life, I often find myself thinking of my clients. I’ll come across a book, a quote, a peaceful spot, or even an everyday moment that makes me think, This could really help or I’d love to share this with them. It’s because I genuinely care about your journey, not just when we’re talking, but in between sessions too. My goal isn’t just to help you process things in the therapy room, it’s to find ways to support you in your everyday life, so healing doesn’t feel like something you do alone.

I begin sessions with a person-centered or client-centered approach. From there, we may focus on talk therapy, use of motivational interviewing, counseling techniques, and learning new coping skills. BetterHelp supplies us with excellent worksheets and journaling activities. Please let me know if you would like a particular worksheet or activity. My background includes counseling children and adults of all ages as well as an emphasis working with families during the childbearing years. My work experience includes helping clients living with a variety of symptoms and concerns. 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 help in identifying needs and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support you in that journey My skills include familiarity with Biblical counseling, Christian counseling methods, and I am happy to collaborate with clients who request these skills as part of our time together.

I am licensed in Michigan with 17 years of professional work experience working with individuals, couples and groups. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, depression, life stressors, relationships and aging. I hold additional credentials in Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of MI (CAADC). I am creative, enjoy thinking outside the box when working with clients to locate the motivation and assist them in persevering. Therapeutic interventions utilized include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Therapy and Client Centered. Having received additional training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. You will find that I am an active listener with a commitment to assist you in your goals. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I strive to create a safe place to reflect and build your understanding of yourself. 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 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss. 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.

I am licensed in Michigan with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, 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. 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 counselor and Doctor of Counselor Education and Supervisor in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, compassionate spaces for those experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, and challenges related to identity and self-esteem. I bring a deep commitment to understanding the unique experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and those working through difficult life transitions. My approach is grounded in empathy, focusing on healing from past experiences while building resilience and self-compassion. My therapeutic work addresses a wide range of concerns, including social anxiety, mood disorders, trauma recovery, and personal growth. I'm dedicated to helping clients develop stronger self-understanding, emotional regulation, and personal empowerment. Together, we'll work collaboratively to support your healing journey and personal transformation.

You may know how you would like to feel when your concerns are addressed; if not, I will help you get there through self-exploration and self-awareness. Together, we will use evidence-based practices and trauma-informed approaches to develop better communication and coping skills. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced involvement with the foster care system, family separation, chronic illnesses, military deployments and readjustment, and sexual trauma/military sexual trauma. When we take the major step of improving our mental health and self-care by seeking out support, there is still the fear that we may not be heard or understood. I have learned there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I recognize you are the expert on your life and experiences! Therapy is a space designed to work for you; you get to set the pace. In our initial session, we will explore what brought you to the session and how you would like to function in the future. We will discuss some background information to begin to analyze patterns and stuck points.