I am a cognitive-behaviorally trained clinical and neuropsychologist. I obtained my PhD from the University of Connecticut and did clinical psychology re-tooling at Western Michigan University. I work with diverse populations and tend to take a biological/behavioral approach to wellness and mental health. I have a history of working in the college setting as a therapist for a period of approximately seven years and thus I am familiar with the needs and special circumstances of the college-aged p...
*I am available to all MSU students seeking support during this difficult time. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention and crisis response including trauma, grief/loss, anxiety/panic.* I know life is messy and complex. Our paths are filled with challenging experiences, unexpected thoughts, and raw emotions. You may find you have parts of yourself feeling disconnected, unrecognizable, or not meeting expectations you have held. You may be noticing shifts in your identity, your rela...
I am a multicultural therapist, and bring that perspective to therapy....
EMDR, Healing, Recovery. I guide you through an experience of healing from trauma and becoming wiser in the process....
Our clinicians are trained in numerous evidence based and best practices including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Trauma Informed Care....
Therapy is emotionally hard for everyone and most people at some point in their life have seen a therapist or could have benefited from seeing a therapist. The hardest step is the first contact. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between you and your therapist is what helps you make the changes in your life that "you" want to make. My focus is on helping you discover your strengths as a way to live a happier, positive and more meaningful life. I believe in a compassionate, strength-base...
Dr. Smith is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related issues. The majority of her clinical work is in the area of OCD and related disorders. Dr. Smith is a licensed psychologist in Michigan and Nevada and provides telehealth services to clients in those states. She trained with experts in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and OCD at the University of Nevada, Reno and Utah State University. She received her Ph.D. in Cli...
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Are you feeling anxious, nervous, or overwhelmed? Are you confused, sad, or not able to enjoy your life? Do you feel like your situation is hopeless and cannot get better? If so, I do not want you to believe that you have to live your life this way. I help people gain control over their symptoms, understand why they feel the way they do, increase their confidence, and enjoy their lives. I describe myself as a CBT Psychotherapist; meaning I want to help you understand why you are having sympto...
*CURRENTLY OFFERING EMERGENCY SESSIONS* As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the courage it takes in starting the counseling process to face some of our most challenging life experiences. My passion in life is helping support clients on their healing journey, as they find ways for them to thrive again. I work with clients from person-centered, strength-based perspectives, and specialize in helping individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, psycholog...
Establishing a strong working relationship is essential to positive therapeutic outcomes. I firmly believe that therapy works best when you match well on a personal level. Adjusting to college is hard. There's a lot of pressure to do well academically, socially, personally...and it can be helpful to have an unbiased person to vent to and talk about what you're struggling with. I specialize in treating individuals struggling with primary and secondary trauma. I use a multifaceted approach...
Hi there! My name is Jessica, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I believe the real job of therapy is to provide a safe place where you get to know yourself better and make changes in your life. My goal is to help you express emotions that are interfering with your life, and guide you through them at your own pace. It is a collaborative process where we work together to explore what you are going through and identify what you are looking to accomplish. It is important to me throughout this proces...
My specialty is treating trauma and I want to support you in better recognizing and effectively dealing with post-traumatic symptoms, anxiety and depression....
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If you are facing anxiety, depression, or having difficulty managing stressors, you are not alone. You have survived experiences no one should ever have to face. They have left you feeling depleted, broken, and worn out. You need a reminder of your dignity and resilience and some coping skills for dealing with this very challenging time. I'm here to help. I work with folks facing transitions across the lifespan. I have 25 years experience working with tweens and teens, first as a teacher, t...
We support young adults through life transitions, stress management, and learning new skills to cope with anxiety and depression. We also offer trauma focused therapy and crisis support....
Hi there! I am licensed social worker specializing in mental health and addiction. I have over 15 years experience working with folks struggling with many different things. If you are struggling with your mental health or just need someone to talk to, please feel free to reach out and see if I would be a good fit for you!...
I have over 26 years of experience working as a licensed social work therapist and clinical supervisor. My area of expertise is the field of domestic and sexual violence -issues surrounding complex trauma, types of abuse, leaving vs. staying, safety, and healthy/unhealthy relationships. I also address self-esteem, boundary setting, empowerment, conflict resolution, stress/anxiety, depression, gender identity/dysphoria, family conflicts, grief and loss, anger, and coping with life changes. I work...
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Headwaters is a private psychology practice serving the West Michigan area with the highest quality counseling and psychotherapy services. We have a number of therapists on staff with unique personalities and treatment modalities so we can assist clients with all needs....