Effective counseling for couples and individuals.
Are you hurting and needing guidance for life or relationship struggles?
Life is hard. Relationships get messy. We hurt when we have tried what we know and it isn't working.
Online therapy serving all of Michigan.
Specializing in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
"I want to be happy." "We want better communication." These are common therapy goals.
Together we can identify the core issues standing in your way and implement solutions that work.
Clients like my genuine, straightforward approach. My goal is to empower you with useful tools and leave you feeling helped.
About ME
Services & Areas of Focus
I have extensive experience working with clients from all different backgrounds and family types including:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Blended Families
- Divorce Counseling
- Pre-marital Counseling
Areas of focus include:
- Communication
- Relationship Issues
- Parenting
- Trust issues and Infidelity
- Blended Family Issues
- Anxiety and Depression
- Trauma
Experience & Licensure
In addition to all of my formal training and experience, I also have a very successful marriage of nearly 20 years. I love my husband. He is my best friend. I am very marriage friendly to families. I do not believe in telling people what is best for them. My bias is respect. When we work together, we are working toward what works for you, and mutual respect in your relationships. I also focus on helping people resolve anxiety, depression, and trauma. Because I have so much personal and professional experience in these areas, clients say they feel understood and relieved right from the beginning.
I am a specialist in couples/family counseling and hold dual licenses in Professional Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy in the State of Michigan.
- MA: Masters in Counseling from Oakland University. Completed Professional Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy at Oakland University. Dually licensed to practice therapy in the state of Michigan.
- LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Michigan, License No. 6401011017.
- LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Extensive training in Marriage and Family Therapy. License No. 4101006433.
- NCC: Recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors as a National Certified Counselor. Visit NBCC.org.
Methods Used
As an LMFT, I am extensively trained in many therapy systems. Some of my favorites include:
- Transgenerational Theory- Murray Bowen**
- EFT- Emotion Focused Therapy
- CBT- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
These are just a few. I have worked hard to achieve extensive knowledge, training, and experience in the field of Counseling. I have lots of information to help people achieve their goals. Client are often referred by someone who names a modality they think could be helpful and clients wonder if I am trained in it. I'm happy to answer your questions. There is no one size fits all approach. I will tailor the knowledge I have with your presenting problem(s) in order to achieve a best fit.
**Clients have never heard of Transgenerational Systems Theory but it is most often the favorite! People love it and it resonates deeply. Wonderful principles and metaphors come from Bowen's work. They help us better understand how to have happy, healthy lives and relationships.
Getting Started & Cost
It's easy to get started. I personally answer my phone and return calls within 24 hours.
Sessions are 45 minutes and $150. Couples therapy for relationship issues is not a covered benefit by insurances. I'm happy to answer questions.
I will send you the forms via an easy-to-use web portal. No printing or scanning.
I will send you a video link the day of the appointment to your email and a text link for payment. All systems are HIPPA compliant and secure.
I am often surprised at the lengths clients have to go through to find a therapist who is a good fit, and, unfortunately, have had many of them tell me of bad experiences before they find me. I have worked very hard to build a respectable reputation in the community of Oakland and Macomb counties. I am happy to help you journey safely, effectively, and respectfully toward your goals.
Publications
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