Self Esteem Therapists in Warren, MI

“We cannot solve problems with the kind of thinking we employed when we came up with them.” — Albert Einstein ... I attended University of Michigan and received my Masters of Social Work. I also have a Bachelor of Psychology from Michigan State University. I have over 9 years working with adolescents & adults in various settings. Some of these settings include schools, government & hospitals settings. My approach to therapy is based on Motivational interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps us refocus our energy on improving our situation.

Offering Grief Support Groups-Visit Website. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy sessions in a safe comfortable non-judgmental environment. I enjoy helping clients walk through their past to help them learn how to enjoy the present while creating a great future by changing their thinking to better influence their actions and feelings. I have experience working with those in the criminal justice system. I also have experience working with domestic violence batterers and survivors. Those experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and anger management problems will feel comfortable sharing their experience.

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.

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.

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.

It can be difficult and overwhelming to reach out for support. Sometimes it is hard to find direction and uncomfortable to ask for help. Congratulations on having the strength to take the first step and find a partner to help guide and encourage you through your journey. Sometimes it is a struggle just to face the day-to-day challenges. This can create the feeling of being overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and feelings of hopelessness. Sometimes we face major life changes or transitions into divorce/separation, loss, or abuse. You are not alone and do not have to face this alone.

Sometimes life looks different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling disconnected, uncertain, or alone. I aim to help people identify and connect with their inner strengths, community, and essential wisdom and become more aligned with the dreams they hope to achieve. I believe that inner peace is attainable for everyone. I use a humanistic approach to therapy based on individual needs and personality. My style is active engagement, authenticity, and humor to heal when appropriate. I don’t believe in black and white thinking and understand we all have unique journeys and experiences.

You've come this far, keep moving forward and working toward your goals and even if you haven't quite figured those out yet, I can be a supportive resource in that journey to becoming a better you! A trusting, open, nurturing atmosphere encompassed with a realistic view are all components in a successful, person centered therapeutic environment. By building a relationship in a safe, non judgmental setting we can began the journey together.

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor providing therapy in MI and IL. I have 14 years of experience providing therapy to an array of clients such as caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease, as well as women, people of color and the LGBTQIA+ community. I have experience in working with people attempting to cope with many concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relational issues, career & work situations, self-esteem and caregiver stress.

Are you having problems that are affecting key areas of your life—your mental and emotional health, physical well-being, relationships, work and focus, social life, and peace of mind? I believe you can overcome obstacles & live with satisfaction & purpose. Relationships can improve. Peace can rule in your heart. Hope can fill you with confidence and strength. Love can bring wholeness and give you true meaning and purpose. Things don’t have to stay the way they are any longer. Today is a new day, and there is hope of a better life and a brighter future for you!

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.

Life is full of stressors, transitions, and periods of grief that can be hard to navigate on our own. I aim to provide a genuine and supportive environment where you can feel safe to express your feelings and navigate them at your own pace. I believe that our past shapes us and there is value in exploring our childhood and past patterns, but there is also value in focusing on how our thinking now impacts our behavior and our decisions. My hope is that through the therapeutic process you will obtain insight to support healing and an ability to navigate life’s ups and downs in a more positive way.

Now let’s be clear: there’s nothing deficient, broken or flawed about you. Yeah you, like everyone else, has some work to do and yet consider that you came by your problems honestly. Initially those problems were a healthy adaptation to experiences beyond your level of skill. It’s just that now you’re beyond ready for a major upgrade, aren’t you?

Hello, My name is Elijah Proge, I am a Detroit native and clinical therapist. I started college at the age of 14, since then I have attended 3 prestigious Universities; earning my BSSW & MSW. I'm fully licensed and currently enrolled in Wayne State Universities School of Medicine Masters of Public Health program. I have been a HIV, Substance use, LGBTQ2+, Children's, and Courts therapist. I have developed curriculum for states and thousands of schools nationwide. You are the expert on your life I am simply here to assist and support. Therapy is fun and beautiful with me. I guarantee that you will laugh, smile, cry, and think deeply.

Meaningful change begins with a deep understanding of oneself and the connections between your thoughts, emotion, and behaviors. As I am passionate about mental health, I believe that everyone has the potential to transform difficult experiences into opportunities for personal growth. Whether you are experiencing a challenging time or seeking self-discovery, therapy can be beneficial to anyone and provides valuable tools to navigate life.

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.

Do you find yourself engaging in the same behaviors that have led to your not being happy, fulfilled or able to form reciprocal relationships? Are you suffering from depression or anxiety? Or do you possibly have a child or adolescent that you don't understand why they do what they do, and you worry about their ability to make meaningful relationships and develop their potential? You are not alone- as many individuals experience anxiety, depression, or frustrations with lack of progress on where they want to be in life.

Understanding yourself is the most challenging, rewarding, and important work that you will ever do. As your therapist, I will help you find new ways to look at your past that may help you to better understand your present circumstances. Together, we will discover what a healthy and meaningful future can look like for you.

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!