Therapists in 48103
Lisa Gorman Ufer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships play an important role in our overall well-being. If you are sad, anxious, or overwhelmed by life, you might notice that your relationships are suffering as well. I specialize in working with intimate relationships, life transitions, family problems, and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of concerns.
Relationships play an important role in our overall well-being. If you are sad, anxious, or overwhelmed by life, you might notice that your relationships are suffering as well. I specialize in working with intimate relationships, life transitions, family problems, and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of concerns.
Alyssa Smith
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
Welcome, I am Alyssa. You have made a brave step by choosing to seek help, and are on your way towards improving your quality of life. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression related to work, academics, relationships, pregnancy, new parenthood or any other sort of life transition and would like someone to help you find your way through these moments I am here to help. If you have been wondering why you feel the way that you do, I will work with you to help unpack the nature of these concerns and find a way towards understanding and peace.
Welcome, I am Alyssa. You have made a brave step by choosing to seek help, and are on your way towards improving your quality of life. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression related to work, academics, relationships, pregnancy, new parenthood or any other sort of life transition and would like someone to help you find your way through these moments I am here to help. If you have been wondering why you feel the way that you do, I will work with you to help unpack the nature of these concerns and find a way towards understanding and peace.
Cognitive Care Center PC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Are you stressed ? looking for a relief ? I provide professional, confidential mental health service for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our practice also has psychiatrist, psychologist, therapists who specialize in various areas such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, stress, motivational support, and behavioral issues. Our clinicians are trained to walk with you through the struggle to find a solution that would work best for you. Evening and weekend appointments available. We accept most insurances.
Are you stressed ? looking for a relief ? I provide professional, confidential mental health service for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our practice also has psychiatrist, psychologist, therapists who specialize in various areas such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, stress, motivational support, and behavioral issues. Our clinicians are trained to walk with you through the struggle to find a solution that would work best for you. Evening and weekend appointments available. We accept most insurances.
Michelle DeFrancesco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Making space to take care of ourselves is so important to good mental health. People often seek therapy when life has come to feel unmanageable. Coping mechanisms that served you well in the past may no longer work, yet are ingrained, often unconscious, and difficult to change. Whether your goal is to explore long standing issues, or to seek support with present themes, my goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental and helpful environment where you can make sense of your experiences and feelings while making progress towards a healthier way of being.
Making space to take care of ourselves is so important to good mental health. People often seek therapy when life has come to feel unmanageable. Coping mechanisms that served you well in the past may no longer work, yet are ingrained, often unconscious, and difficult to change. Whether your goal is to explore long standing issues, or to seek support with present themes, my goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental and helpful environment where you can make sense of your experiences and feelings while making progress towards a healthier way of being.
Brooke Towns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Life is full of challenges, and we as humans were not meant to face them alone. Whether you struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty making meaningful connections, or simply coping with the everyday stresses of life, it can feel overwhelming to try and face it alone. The goods news? You don’t have to! I am passionate about helping people such as yourself work through painful life experiences, learn to tolerate painful emotions, develop a deep sense of connectedness, and discover a life of fulfillment they may have never thought possible. Whatever difficult journey you’re facing, let’s walk it together.
Life is full of challenges, and we as humans were not meant to face them alone. Whether you struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty making meaningful connections, or simply coping with the everyday stresses of life, it can feel overwhelming to try and face it alone. The goods news? You don’t have to! I am passionate about helping people such as yourself work through painful life experiences, learn to tolerate painful emotions, develop a deep sense of connectedness, and discover a life of fulfillment they may have never thought possible. Whatever difficult journey you’re facing, let’s walk it together.
Cynthia Swartz
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, stress, anger, depression, family conflict, relationship issues, personal growth and spiritual issues, self-esteem, career concerns, and issues of grief and loss.
I believe that when people seek counseling it is because they want to make a change in their lives, improve a life situation, make a decision, solve a problem or have greater understanding and insight to their lives. Counseling is a trusting partnership between client and counselor. A process of looking at and integrating thoughts, feelings and actions in a safe environment. It is not about telling you how or when to change, but rather finding what works best for you. Effective counseling requires a commitment of time, energy, and active participation by both client and counselor.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, stress, anger, depression, family conflict, relationship issues, personal growth and spiritual issues, self-esteem, career concerns, and issues of grief and loss.
I believe that when people seek counseling it is because they want to make a change in their lives, improve a life situation, make a decision, solve a problem or have greater understanding and insight to their lives. Counseling is a trusting partnership between client and counselor. A process of looking at and integrating thoughts, feelings and actions in a safe environment. It is not about telling you how or when to change, but rather finding what works best for you. Effective counseling requires a commitment of time, energy, and active participation by both client and counselor.
Elisabeth Pixley-Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
You’ve made a courageous step in seeking therapy. Therapy can help us heal and grow, through deep listening and presence. Early life shapes how we create our sense of self, learn boundaries, and tend to feelings. We can decide now how we want to show up for ourselves and others, uncovering skills and beliefs that no longer serve us.
You’ve made a courageous step in seeking therapy. Therapy can help us heal and grow, through deep listening and presence. Early life shapes how we create our sense of self, learn boundaries, and tend to feelings. We can decide now how we want to show up for ourselves and others, uncovering skills and beliefs that no longer serve us.
James Fortune
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MLA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
The areas I specialize in include working with mood disorders, young adults, parenting support, various life transitions, and I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ individuals as a non-binary therapist (they/them), most especially with gender identity issues. I am also passionate about helping individuals going through infertility experiences, as my wife and I experienced this struggle firsthand before we had our child using IVF treatment. I love offering a compassionate approach to these sensitive subjects as individuals navigate their options and explore the complex emotions associated with infertility in therapy.
The areas I specialize in include working with mood disorders, young adults, parenting support, various life transitions, and I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ individuals as a non-binary therapist (they/them), most especially with gender identity issues. I am also passionate about helping individuals going through infertility experiences, as my wife and I experienced this struggle firsthand before we had our child using IVF treatment. I love offering a compassionate approach to these sensitive subjects as individuals navigate their options and explore the complex emotions associated with infertility in therapy.
M. Douglas Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
An important aspect of any therapeutic relationship is the rapport and ease you have in discussing your issues and concerns with your therapist.
I believe the right fit between the client and therapist is in large part a function of the flexibility in approach and ways of intervening with you as an individual client.
I see the therapeutic relationship as being a collaborative partnership that is outcome focused in addressing your issues and concerns.
The emphasis is on doing what is most effective in moving you toward your desired outcomes in the least amount of time possible.
An important aspect of any therapeutic relationship is the rapport and ease you have in discussing your issues and concerns with your therapist.
I believe the right fit between the client and therapist is in large part a function of the flexibility in approach and ways of intervening with you as an individual client.
I see the therapeutic relationship as being a collaborative partnership that is outcome focused in addressing your issues and concerns.
The emphasis is on doing what is most effective in moving you toward your desired outcomes in the least amount of time possible.
Lauren Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Maya Angelou famously wrote, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” Let’s collaborate as co-authors of the life you want to live. You’re the expert on your story, and within our sessions we can translate that into the changes you’re looking for. Together, we can approach whatever chapter you’re in with new eyes, fresh strategy, and a little humor.
Maya Angelou famously wrote, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” Let’s collaborate as co-authors of the life you want to live. You’re the expert on your story, and within our sessions we can translate that into the changes you’re looking for. Together, we can approach whatever chapter you’re in with new eyes, fresh strategy, and a little humor.
Susan M. Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
We all face times of struggle in our lives. You do not have to face them alone. Counseling can help you identify the areas of change you desire in your life. Perhaps you desire healthier and improved relationships. Maybe you feel stuck at work or in school. Perhaps it feels like things won’t or can’t change for you. You could be experiencing sadness, depression or anxiety or trouble fulfilling daily responsibilities. It’s possible you don’t know what is wrong but things just don’t feel right you in your life. You can take the first step necessary to a healthier, happier, more balanced life. All sessions are secure e-Visits.
We all face times of struggle in our lives. You do not have to face them alone. Counseling can help you identify the areas of change you desire in your life. Perhaps you desire healthier and improved relationships. Maybe you feel stuck at work or in school. Perhaps it feels like things won’t or can’t change for you. You could be experiencing sadness, depression or anxiety or trouble fulfilling daily responsibilities. It’s possible you don’t know what is wrong but things just don’t feel right you in your life. You can take the first step necessary to a healthier, happier, more balanced life. All sessions are secure e-Visits.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and gender/sexuality concerns might be isolating and associated with feelings of shame and grief.
Perhaps you are at a crossroads in life and are struggling to find your path. You are a perfectionist with high achieving tendencies however, feel unable to calm your anxiety, depression, or negative self-talk. Your successes are undermined by a voice in your head stating, “I don’t think I’m good enough or I don’t have anything left to give.” You have successfully navigated many of life’s difficult decisions yet, your self-esteem and confidence are holding you back.
Navigating anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and gender/sexuality concerns might be isolating and associated with feelings of shame and grief.
Perhaps you are at a crossroads in life and are struggling to find your path. You are a perfectionist with high achieving tendencies however, feel unable to calm your anxiety, depression, or negative self-talk. Your successes are undermined by a voice in your head stating, “I don’t think I’m good enough or I don’t have anything left to give.” You have successfully navigated many of life’s difficult decisions yet, your self-esteem and confidence are holding you back.
George J Didier
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's whole self.
Welcome! I believe that one of the essential ingredients of change and transformative psychotherapy is the relationship between the individual and the therapist. Feeling understood and comfortable only helps reduce one's symptoms, encouraging self-acceptance, but also leads toward deeper work which promotes lasting change and a deeper experience of one's whole self.
Apple Blossom Holistic Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
When you struggle with worry/anxiety, lack of hope and meaning/depression, difficult life transitions, relationship trouble/attachment issues, or have unresolved grief or trauma, I use a variety of methods based on principles from many sources to help you gain inner balance, and discover or reclaim your sovereign integrity of self. I see people as people, rather than diagnoses, and adapt my approach to each client's specific needs. I strive to honor your orientation to ethnicity, race, spirituality, and gender in establishing the validity of your own truth and self respect.
When you struggle with worry/anxiety, lack of hope and meaning/depression, difficult life transitions, relationship trouble/attachment issues, or have unresolved grief or trauma, I use a variety of methods based on principles from many sources to help you gain inner balance, and discover or reclaim your sovereign integrity of self. I see people as people, rather than diagnoses, and adapt my approach to each client's specific needs. I strive to honor your orientation to ethnicity, race, spirituality, and gender in establishing the validity of your own truth and self respect.
Jordan B Sieja
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
My main focus is to provide effective, individualized, and evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals across the lifespan from ages 5 years through older adults. I emphasize trust and autonomy in my treatment approach. We will work together to empower you to lead treatment toward fostering confidence in yourself to gain awareness and skillful resources throughout the therapeutic process. Common concerns I work with are anxiety, OCD, depression, self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, ADHD, adjustment-related concerns, parent coaching, and general life stressors.
My main focus is to provide effective, individualized, and evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals across the lifespan from ages 5 years through older adults. I emphasize trust and autonomy in my treatment approach. We will work together to empower you to lead treatment toward fostering confidence in yourself to gain awareness and skillful resources throughout the therapeutic process. Common concerns I work with are anxiety, OCD, depression, self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, ADHD, adjustment-related concerns, parent coaching, and general life stressors.
Samantha Friedman Davids
Psychologist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
* I am only counseling via telehealth currently and not able to offer evaluations to test for ADHD. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master's in social work. I attained my degrees from the UC Berkeley, Fordham University, and Saybrook University. I have experience providing treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of interest include: mood and anxiety disorders, behavior management, divorce, adjustment, and relationship issues. I strive to provide exceptional services by adopting a practical approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each client.
* I am only counseling via telehealth currently and not able to offer evaluations to test for ADHD. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master's in social work. I attained my degrees from the UC Berkeley, Fordham University, and Saybrook University. I have experience providing treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of interest include: mood and anxiety disorders, behavior management, divorce, adjustment, and relationship issues. I strive to provide exceptional services by adopting a practical approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each client.
Lindsay Faith Pals
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in trauma healing, treating anxiety and depression, difficult relationships, perfectionism, ministry and missionary burn-out, gender and sexuality trauma, emotion dysregulation, adult ADHD, and adult attachment trauma.
I prioritize healthy relationships- with others, with ourselves, and with the world around us. I see the need for deeper emotional and physiological understanding to identify where we can become stuck with ourselves and in our relationships. I seek to create a space for introspection and self-compassion in the therapist-client relationship so that you can explore your authentic narrative, your inherent worth, and areas where you may need healing.
I specialize in trauma healing, treating anxiety and depression, difficult relationships, perfectionism, ministry and missionary burn-out, gender and sexuality trauma, emotion dysregulation, adult ADHD, and adult attachment trauma.
I prioritize healthy relationships- with others, with ourselves, and with the world around us. I see the need for deeper emotional and physiological understanding to identify where we can become stuck with ourselves and in our relationships. I seek to create a space for introspection and self-compassion in the therapist-client relationship so that you can explore your authentic narrative, your inherent worth, and areas where you may need healing.
Ebony Morales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
I'm Ebony Morales, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm here to support, empower, and equip you with the tools you need to achieve your goals. I work with folks who are struggling with life transitions including relationship issues, parenting struggles, and work/school stress. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy, we'll work together to identify challenges and set goals for what you want to achieve. We'll also strengthen your coping skills, challenge negative thought patterns, and work on improving the relationships in your life.
I'm Ebony Morales, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm here to support, empower, and equip you with the tools you need to achieve your goals. I work with folks who are struggling with life transitions including relationship issues, parenting struggles, and work/school stress. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy, we'll work together to identify challenges and set goals for what you want to achieve. We'll also strengthen your coping skills, challenge negative thought patterns, and work on improving the relationships in your life.
Kristin Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
I specialize in healing the wounds of unresolved trauma. I hold hope that we can interrupt intergenerational cycles of trauma, one session at a time. I use a soft and gentle approach to help you tap into your resiliency. I utilize a holistic approach, focusing on deep embodied healing, emphasizing the interconnection of mind, body, spirit and culture. I offer EMDR, somatic work and mindfulness practices from a psychodynamic and existential perspective.
I specialize in healing the wounds of unresolved trauma. I hold hope that we can interrupt intergenerational cycles of trauma, one session at a time. I use a soft and gentle approach to help you tap into your resiliency. I utilize a holistic approach, focusing on deep embodied healing, emphasizing the interconnection of mind, body, spirit and culture. I offer EMDR, somatic work and mindfulness practices from a psychodynamic and existential perspective.
Dalyn Pacheco Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
My main goal in working with clients & couples is to provide a judgment free, validating, affirming, and emotionally safe space to talk through struggles, thoughts and feelings. I focus on establishing rapport, emphasizing the strengths of the client(s), and assisting the client(s) in creating the changes they want to make for themselves and/or their relationship to each other. I want to empower people to take responsibility for their happiness and support them in living life as true to themselves as possible. I want to help couples grow closer and feel more connected with each other grounded in love and romance.
My main goal in working with clients & couples is to provide a judgment free, validating, affirming, and emotionally safe space to talk through struggles, thoughts and feelings. I focus on establishing rapport, emphasizing the strengths of the client(s), and assisting the client(s) in creating the changes they want to make for themselves and/or their relationship to each other. I want to empower people to take responsibility for their happiness and support them in living life as true to themselves as possible. I want to help couples grow closer and feel more connected with each other grounded in love and romance.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.