Marriage Counseling Therapists in Oakland, MI

At North Oakland Counseling our mission is to: 1-Improve your communication skills so you can deepen your connection in marriage and other relationships. 2-Provide you with tools to cope effectively with stress and experience relief from anxiety and depression. 3-Help you control & manage obsessive-compulsive behaviors. 4-Work with you through grief and emptiness so you are able to transform hopelessness and helplessness into joy and happiness. 5- Help you manage anger & recover from abuse, trauma, & addictions. 6-Increase your sense of personal integrity consciously and subconsciously so you can begin to experience more life contentment and more authentic self.

Hello! I offer counseling on a broad array of topics; from stress, anxiety & burnout to self-care, resiliency & holistic wellness. My expertise in working with children & adults with special needs (autism/neurodiversity, IDD, CI & OCD) & family caregivers (child/elder/spousal) is extensive. I offer guidance on the acquisition of school & community support services. I am trained as both a counselor (licensed & nationally board certified) & a caregiver (30+ years experience/as a parent of young adult-aged children with Down syndrome & autism). I also provide counseling for women's issues, marriage, divorce, parenting & empty-nesting.

Currently accepting new Telehealth clients! Limited daytime openings for couples; dating, pre marital and married. As a Prepare/ENRICH facilitator, I specialize in working with couples who are seeking pre-martial counseling and couples who are experiencing conflicts they feel stuck in, and would like support in practicing new skills and tools to work through and resolve conflicts! I also focus on working with women who are experiencing anxiety, and desire to invite Christian faith and evidence based research into sessions.

I provide services to individuals and families who are struggling with imbalance in their lives. Many of my clients suffer from anxiety, depression, family problems, addictions, marital problems, emotional disorders, and many other issues. As a long - time educator and therapist, I believe that identifying and treating emotional problems is as complex as learning a foreign language. So I see my patients at least twice per week for 90 minutes per session. Your commitment is the primary reason that I have an 80 percent rate of success!

Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.

Hola & welcome! Finding yourself stressed, burned out, having the same arguments with family, friends or romantic partner(s)? Imagine a life where there is renewed joy in the simple things, where you feel calm, at peace and present. Imagine a life without constant worry, guilt, fear, or sadness. I assure you the life you want is possible & I can help! I work with first-time therapy-goers-including couples & individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, and general everyday life stressors. Together we can work to help manage and overcome the factors getting in the way of the life you want to live.

My Counseling approach is Person-Centered, focusing on building a therapeutic relationship by being warm, genuine, and understanding. I also adhere to many aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - challenging and changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and seeking development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy as a treatment for Post Traumatic Stress.

If you are questioning the decisions you have made in life, feeling regret about the past, feeling stuck or uncertain about where you are headed professionally or in your personal relationships, I can help.I am highly empathic and caring, but also bring breadth and depth of training and experience to our therapeutic collaboration. I am passionate and curious about getting to know you and helping you find substantive solutions to the various challenges that you encounter.

Thinking about therapy? Clients tell me that they wish they had come to therapy years ago and that it is the best thing they ever did for themselves. Maybe you have had experiences that have negatively affected your emotional & mental health; Maybe you aren't sure what to do about a situation or maybe you feel stuck. I will help you find & get rid of those things that are in the way of you getting the life you want. Everyone at some point can use the help of therapy! Most people would say that I am compassionate, creative, respectful, honest, & proactive therapist. I will work hard to understand you & help you accomplish your goals.

Healing begins to take place when we have a space to truly feel heard, understood, and seen. I seek to create this space where you feel safe to be you. Healing is a not a linear, one-size-fits-all experience, and I welcome multiple perspectives. I work with individuals and couples on a variety of topics including relationship difficulties, trauma, overwhelming thoughts & emotions, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I enjoy being emotionally present and journeying with people to discover their unique way to healing their lives and living a more joyful life.

Throughout life we all experience many situations that can take a hold of us and make us feel out of control and overwhelmed. I want to work with you to help you through difficult times. I will meet you where you are in life and provide therapy tailored to you. While many people believe in second chances, I believe in infinite chances. It is never too late to create a new life for yourself and I am honored to walk alongside you through this journey. I have a passion for working with children, families, and minorities.

As a therapist, building trust with my clients is at the heart of my practice. I understand the courage it takes to seek support and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. My commitment to you is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, where trust is the foundation for growth and positive change.