Therapists in Ypsilanti, MI

SARAH Abdel-Wahab-O'Brien, LLP (they/them) has specialized training in Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), a modality specialized for folks with Bipolar Disorder. They approach older teens and adults through existentialist, humanistic, trauma-informed, and liberation lenses. HALEE Grams-Lopez, LLP (she/her) has experienced with utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy treatments with children, adolescents, and adults.

I am a counselor in Michigan with 15+ years of experience providing counseling to families and individuals across the lifespan in-person, on the phone, and online formats. I have worked with clients on a wide range of issues from life adjustments to severe and persistent mental illness. I am a special needs parent, with a young adult son with Autism; and another young adult daughter that is LGBTQ+. Clients often find me to be very relatable because of the combination of my professional and personal experiences.

We provide services that would help empower clients to reach their full potential. We believe that a holistic approach is essential in working through life's challenges and focusing on the whole person. The ideal client understands that there is no secret formula for change, however, with persistence and effort, change is inevitable.

Sometimes we all need somebody to genuinely meet us where we are at in life with radical acceptance and compassion for who we are and where we want to go from here. But searching for the right person to connect with can be a daunting prospect, especially if you or your loved ones have been met with societal rejection and systematic oppression. As such, my primary goal in therapy is to cultivate an inclusive, warming environment where you can safely and freely express your authentic self, which is why you deserve to know a little about me as well.

Hi there! My name is Radha, I am a sex therapist who provides an affirming space for BIPOC Transgender, Non-binary and Queer/2SLBGIAA+ identified individuals and couples/triads/polycules to explore and understand sex/intimacy/sexual health and gender through trauma informed care. I provide a Feminist and Multicultural framework centering Pleasure as an everyday experience. I provide somatic and sensorimotor focused work exploring how current or past trauma impacts feeling present in your body and feeling attuned in your relationships. We will also explore how larger oppressive systems can interfere with pleasure.

I am currently accepting new clients. I am passionate about working with adults who have experienced trauma. I provide an open, nonjudgmental space to help you work towards healing. I have experience working with family of origin concerns, parent/child conflict, anxiety, depression, identity development, and women’s issues.

Throughout my career, my primary focus has been working with clients with either severe traumatic experiences and/or extensive trauma histories.I love working and supporting people through life transitions and exploration of identity. I have worked with many clients who hold identities within the LGBTQIA2+ community. I can relate to many of the challenges experienced by members of marginalized, oppressed, and minority communities. A portion of my professional career has included working with primarily BIPOC clients in Detroit, veterans, people living in different-sized bodies, and those who have concerns around foster care/adoption.

Life can feel chaotic. Together we can create a non-judgmental space where you may find the grounding needed for clarity. Drawing from your strengths we can identify the skills needed as you navigate your way forward in the most meaningful way. Whether you are struggling with life circumstances, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties or substance use, I hope to collaborate with you as you seek contentment and meaning. I work with adults, students, teens and groups. Please check out erinkrajcik.com for more info or email me to start the process.

Talk therapy serves a valuable purpose by aiding your brain in processing challenging emotions during specific moments in your life and enabling introspection regarding associated thoughts. However, what if you find yourself trapped in the depressive, anxious, angry, or shameful mental state for so long that you have nothing new to explore? What if, despite recounting your traumatic experiences numerous times, your low energy, sadness, avoidance, anger, or impulsivity still persists? And what if the somatic reactions triggered by certain events are so intense and rapid that you are unable to employ sound judgment?

Hello, you are most likely reading this because you are looking to improve your life experience. You have taken a important step towards that goal by looking for a therapist that fits your individual needs! I am a trauma informed therapist. I do my best to meet my clients where they are in the moment. I tailor treatment to each client's individual needs. I attempt to create and maintain a space in which you feel comfortable and safe. I strive to develop a working relationship with clients so we able to work together towards your goals. I offer in person visits, online visits, and walking visits if the weather permits.

I have worked with a wide range of clients over the years, and enjoy working with both men and women, adolescents, youth, and adults, and people from various cultural backgrounds. I have helped individuals, couples, and families struggling with abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, shame, and relationship problems. I am a relational therapist and believe that the client/therapist relationship is central to your ability to change and grow. My approach is engaged, empathic, and respectful. I am also a GLBT affirmative therapist.

I am a multi-degreed licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in Michigan. The goal is to assist my clients in working through issues that negatively affect them in their daily lives. I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement afterward.

As a parent, you work hard to support your teen's well-being amidst today's complex challenges. Teens often face difficulties with social media, peer pressure, academics, and other stressors. If you're feeling overwhelmed about how to help, know that seeking therapy is a proactive step toward providing your teen with the tools they need to thrive. Working together, we can support your teen in their journey toward adulthood.

I provide individual and group psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. My work with children is specific to gender identity. My clinical work is focused on eating disorders, gender identity, LGBTQQ+ concerns, multicultural counseling, survivors of sexualized violence and trauma. I work with clients through a social justice and holistic health lens that emphasizes the inseparable connection between our mind, body, and environment. My approach to therapy is strength-based and client centered rooted in cultural humility. I incorporate mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based techniques depending upon the goals of each client.

It is wonderful that you decided to begin the process of finding a therapist. I think that it is vital that you find someone that is a good fit for you. It is important to create an environment that is free of judgment so that you can feel safe expressing yourself. The way we form our identity is complex, many roles play a factor including our environment, family history, current relationships, and lifestyle. Through the journey of life, events both positive and painful help to mold us. The path of healing and exploration into yourself can lead to a stronger, happier, healthier you.

Most of us know that even the healthiest of us need at some point in our lives an outside perspective or guidance into our inner selves to resolve many issues that we have not been able to do on our own. Therapy can take many forms from "personal growth work " (i.e. becoming a better person or reaching personal goals not yet achieved) or in dealing with life crises, wrong choices in the past effecting today, life transitions or mood problems such as depression, grief, anxiety etc. am also helping people deal with covid and all of it's implications.

Real recovery from psychosis is possible. Are you looking for an understanding of unusual experience that promotes healing? Do you want to recover agency and direction in your life? Dialogic practice aims to listen carefully, accepting and exploring differences, so people with alternate views are truly heard and taken seriously. We don’t view negative feelings as a disorder, but as essential guideposts to greater understanding. I agree with Dan Fisher, MD, PhD, a psychiatrist recovered from ‘schizophrenia’, who says medications alone may buy you time, but they rarely solve your problems - you do.

Have you found yourself struggling to engage with day-to-day life in the way you would like to? Do you tend to avoid situations that stir up fear or anxiety? Do you often feel tense and on edge? These can be common experiences for people who struggle with anxiety and/or trauma. Unfortunately, these struggles can often lead us to live a more limited life than we would like and can cause us to feel stressed and isolated.

My clinical approach is integrative, although my interventions often focus on acceptance and self-compassion while empowering my clients to make the changes they would like to see in their lives. I firmly believe that therapy should be focused on helping you become the best version of yourself, as YOU understand it. In keeping with that goal, I take great care to ensure that therapy is affirming of all aspects of diversity and identity.