Career Counseling Therapists in Warren, MI

At times life’s struggles can lead to a need to adjust to things thrown your way unexpectedly. When feelings of anxiety, sadness or adjustments become overwhelming, we may benefit from an objective partner to help us think things through and sort out our choices. I specialize in working with Black, BIPOC, African American teens and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, chronic health concerns, work related issues and life transitions. If you could benefit from a safe space, an empathetic ear, a non-judgmental voice or a reflective place of insight, my training and experience can be of assistance to you.

Toccara Bailey is an established LCSW. Throughout her career she has been fortunate to work with people of all ages from many different walks of life. Her philosophy is that people deserve to enjoy their lives no matter what their circumstances are. She assists individuals, couples and families in determining what their best life looks like and works with them to create goals and take action to live it. She earned her B.A. in Family Community Services with a specialization in Child and Youth Development from Michigan State University (Go Green!) and her MSW from Wayne State University with a focus on Family Systems.

I am an advanced, skilled, trained clinician with 30+ years experience in therapeutic practice. Are you feeling depressed/anxious, upset/irritable? Are you grieving? Are you balancing work from home with family life, school? Have you lost your job? Are you concerned about getting sick? You are not alone. I have specialities in PTSD, grief, fear, trauma, addictions, behavioral & mental health issues. Would you like to be happier, communicating better with loved ones or others? I counsel individuals/families/couples/marriage/divorce, GLBT+ & military with positive outcomes. Just call or email today to begin to reach your goals!

Are you struggling with important decisions in your life or feel overwhelmed? Do you experience feelings of anxiety or even panic? Have you felt sad, lonely or unheard? 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. 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.

I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and recently returned to begin my career as a clinical social worker. I previously worked as a Director of Audience Services for several large not-for-profit theaters in Chicago, where I developed my interest in working closely with individuals and groups. In my free time I enjoy gardening, hiking, and spending time with my dogs. I approach work with each Client from a non-hierarchical perspective: I learn with and through my Clients how best to assist them in reaching their goals.

Professional Counseling can be ideal and helpful for everyone. You probably already know numerous friends-family or co-workers that have benefited from having a fully-trained Mental-health Professional compassionately walk them through life’s challenges. It can be an opportunity for personal growth and to gain a better understanding of how to overcome and resolve the things that cause us to feel worried-frustrated-angry-disappointed or sad in life. So it’s important to remember that the challenges we face in life everyday can be resolved through simple problem-solving and participating in healthy coping/recreational activities.

Losing interests in the things you love most? Feeling misunderstood or unappreciated? Are you overwhelmed with life stressors? Perhaps you are faced with parenting challenges, or just need help communicating with your spouse? Contact me today to develop a plan that will not only address all your needs but assist you with obtaining the best quality of life. I specialize in restoration of relationships, parenting, mental health disorders, such as anxiety, adjustment disorder, trauma, depression, grief and loss. I am a Christian who is equip with the skill set of guiding individuals with the unadulterated Word of God.

I am a board-certified therapist with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. I was clinically trained as a social worker by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System Depression Center, where I also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues.

Do you wish to begin healing and processing? Trauma, mental health issues, or stress from everyday life? Let's connect so that we can understand your circumstances together and develop personalized coping techniques that will make it easier for you to move forward in life. I place a strong importance on providing an empathetic and unbiased atmosphere; the third place I provide will always be one of warmth and understanding. Let's set some objectives & work to live more within your values. Along with supporting you in comprehending the complexities of your mental health journey, I find meeting you where you're at is the best start.

Do you want to enhance your emotional intelligence and process trauma? Get better at relationships and self-care? Set boundaries and have self-respect with difficult people? Some therapy experiences feel like just venting because they aren't challenging or going deep enough. I can help you understand yourself better, especially if there is a complicated family or relationship history, past or present, that impacts you negatively. Therapy can help you live a fuller life, get past old wounds and current hurts, and create lasting internal changes that can help you love and accept yourself for who you are.

I am passionate about providing evidence based practices which are unique to each individuals needs. I have training and certifications in TF-CBT, EMDR, MATCH and Gottman Level 1 and I have 100 post graduate direct supervision hours in Florida under my RMFTI (registered marriage and family therapy intern) license.

As Eckhart Tolle once mentioned, "most humans are never fully present in the now because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one, but then you miss your whole life, which is never not now." My focus is living in the present and being where your feet land, to be in the present and focus on the current. I received my master's degree Social Work from Wayne State University. I have provided mental health services to adolescents, younger adults, and seniors in psychiatric and medical health settings.

I excel at creating a space where clients feel safe, welcomed, and empowered. I earned my Master of Social Work from Capella University because I love helping others find ways to overcome the challenges in their lives. I have experience practicing in the community mental health field working with children, adults, and families. I can assist you in exploring your biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs to meet your personalized goals.

I have been working with individuals and families in both community and mental health focused positions for over 5 years. I received my MSW from the University of Michigan and have experience working with adolescents and adults. Therapeutically, I strive to utilize holistic approaches to wellness that both align with the individual’s personality and lifestyle.

Life can be a struggle for anyone, if not everyone from time to time! We often find ourselves wanting to talk about the ups and down or just having someone to listen to us but we are hesitant to reach out due to reasons such as trust issues with others, lack of support, or stigmata related to us seeking help. However, seeking help is not a bad thing. We can help you develop a step-by step plan to face those challenges. We welcome the opportunity to listen to you sharing your story with us. We use array of therapeutic approaches to help you identify your desired goals toward rebuilding a happier and healthier you.

When counseling individuals, it is my intent to provide a safe space to explore and work through any areas of your life in which you desire to change and/or improve. It is of great importance to me that the client/therapist relationship is established upon openness, candid, with active communication on behalf of both the client and the therapist. I encourage you to feel free to discuss any area of your life that you would desire to explore. My counseling approach is designed to help reform, refocus, and redirect life through a genuine therapeutic alliance, as my methodology is nonjudgmental and sincere.

Our founder was selected prestigiously as a University of Michigan field faculty instructor. We are a Mental Health Therapy office. Our founder has a Master's Degree from the number one school in clinical social work in the United States of America; the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and was clinically trained as a social worker psychotherapist by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System, where she also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues and continue to work with communities and groups of diverse backgrounds.

I have a passion for helping others live a better life and guide them through their journey of self-exploration and change. I believe in meeting my clients where they are at and provide them with safety, unconditional acceptance, and genuineness. I am culturally sensitive and LGBTQA+ affirming. I have a strong passion for helping people who feel different. I believe in the importance of using different therapeutic techniques depending on client’s needs and the situation. My counseling techniques include person-centered, psychodynamic, existential therapy, humanistic therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

I’m so glad you have taken the necessary steps to begin your healing journey and I’m looking forward to working together. As a therapist, I have learned that a person’s greatest pain can also be their greatest source of strength. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe. I will offer and assist with psychological education on specific issues, remain solution-focused, and always listening without judgment.