Find a Therapist in Monroe, MI

The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination. As a clinician, it is my goal to help guide you in the right direction toward your personal good life. I aim to provide a secure, trustworthy environment where, together, we can work toward building the best version of yourself. While I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in combination with psychodynamic theory, my approach is, more importantly, grounded in empathy, compassion, and respect. I will work collaboratively with you to identify your unique needs and goals, and I will tailor interventions to best support you. I work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. I also take pride in having a multicultural perspective, and I’m willing to learn about your culture and how it influences you. I recognize the importance of cultural sensitivity, and I strive to create a space where clients from all backgrounds feel seen, heard, and valued. The issues I specialize in include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and self-esteem issues. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with you and help you navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience and self-awareness.

If you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, struggling with substance use, or going through a major life change, I'm here to listen and support you. I believe in acknowledging your experiences and their impact, and I aim to help you find clarity and resilience. Let's work together to address the past, form meaningful connections, and navigate life's challenges, while also focusing on the present so you can feel grounded and connected. I offer a space where you can be truly heard and understood. I value your time, and I tailor my approach to what you need and what support looks like for you. I have a diverse background working with pregnant clients in active addiction, complex trauma, and personality-related challenges. I believe everyone deserves support, including you. Life can be hard, and talking can make it easier.

If you feel like you’re holding it together on the outside but overwhelmed on the inside, you’re not alone. You might be overthinking everything, feeling emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break, even though you know better. I work with people who are tired of just “getting through the day” and want to actually feel different which can mean grounded, more clear, and more in control of their life. In our work together, we don’t just talk about what’s wrong. We figure out what’s keeping you stuck and start changing it in real, practical ways. Sessions are collaborative, honest, and focused on helping you build awareness, emotional regulation, and patterns that actually support you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start. You just have to be willing to show up! Looking forward to hearing from you!

I offer therapy for adolescents, adults, and couples who are tired of coping on the surface and want deeper, more lasting change. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in painful relationship patterns, chronic anxiety, unresolved trauma, burnout, or a life that looks functional on the outside but feels disconnected on the inside. My approach is grounded, relational, and depth-oriented. I help clients not only manage symptoms but also understand the underlying patterns, beliefs, and emotional injuries that keep them from living with clarity, stability, and connection. My work integrates practical, evidence-based strategies with deeper exploration. Depending on a client’s needs, I may draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy, attachment-focused work, and trauma-informed interventions. In sessions, I help clients build insight, strengthen boundaries, improve communication, process difficult experiences, and respond to life with more intention rather than reactivity. I believe meaningful therapy should be both honest and useful. It should help people make sense of their story while also giving them concrete ways to move forward. I often work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relational distress, self-worth concerns, and major life transitions. I also have a strong interest in supporting first responders, crime survivors, and individuals who carry significant responsibility while silently struggling. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, tell the truth about what is not working, and begin building a life rooted in meaning, connection, and emotional steadiness. I would be honored to work with you on your journey towards healing.

I treat young adults, adults, and older adults presenting with a wide range of life issues, needs, and concerns. I focus on maladaptive stress, anxiety, and mood instability stemming from various life situations (academic distress, finances, career, family relationships, personal relationships, and the diagnosis and treatment of physical health issues as examples). I do so by increasing self-awareness while teaching skills to refocus stress and reduce the feelings of instability experienced. I also help build a healthy sense of identity and increase confidence to make adaptive, self-determined life choices. I believe in an informed, individualized approach to treatment that is provided within a compassionate, respectful, and ethical environment. I firmly believe that through these elements individuals can reach a degree of awareness, focus, and understanding that allows for increased meaning, purpose, satisfaction, and fulfillment in their lives.

You do not have to be alone in dealing with the troubling feelings that keep you from being your best. I am easy to talk to, experienced, and willing to help find solutions to regain your personal resilience. In a non-judgmental, safe space we can work together to unpack the experiences that are interfering with your ability to feel grounded. Focusing on your strengths, we will reflect on the past and present, while keeping an eye to your future self. For over 20 years, I have worked with adults and adolescents struggling with acute needs, such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, as well as personal under-achievement. I work with families and adults to find strategies suitable to their struggle. I understand that your day might be busy and your hours dictated by things you “should” be doing, but I encourage you to prioritize your health and happiness by utilizing a space where you get to tell your personal story.

I am dedicated to helping individual navigate their emotions, improve mental health, and achieve their personal goals. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space to explore thoughts and feelings, and I am committed to providing my clients with the tools and guidance they need to lead happier and more fulfilling life. As a therapist who specializes in treating depression and anxiety, sleep problems, and helping individuals quit smoking, my approach is client-centered. I work collaboratively with each individual to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses their specific needs and goals. I believe that diversity is not just important, but essential. Embracing diversity in my practice allows me to better understand and connect with my clients on a deeper level. By recognizing and valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of each individual, I am able to provide more inclusive and culturally specific treatment.

Therapy isn’t about fixing who you are; it’s about understanding yourself more deeply and creating space for the life you want to live. You may find yourself overthinking, feeling emotionally exhausted, making sense of an existing diagnosis, navigating a season of change, or simply sensing that something in your life no longer feels right. Whatever brings you to therapy, I believe it should be a place where you can slow down, explore what’s beneath the surface, and begin making sense of the experiences and patterns shaping your life. I specialize in working with women at every stage of life, recognizing that each chapter brings its own experiences, challenges, and opportunities for growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoanalytic and psychodynamic principles, and mindfulness-based interventions to meet your individual needs. Together, we can explore not only what you’re experiencing today, but also the deeper patterns that may be influencing how you think, feel, relate to others, and move through the world. My clinical experience includes working in multiple settings dedicated to women’s emotional well-being, including graduate training at Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital. These experiences have allowed me to support women through a wide range of life experiences and mental health concerns and continue to shape the thoughtful, compassionate care I provide today. You don’t need to be in crisis or have everything figured out to begin therapy. Sometimes, simply recognizing that something needs to change is enough. I hope to provide a space where you feel understood, gain meaningful insight, and develop the tools and confidence to move forward with greater clarity and intention. If you’re ready to begin, I welcome you to reach out for a complimentary consultation.

Are you ready to move forward in your life, free from circumstances and emotions that have held you back? Making the investment in your well-being can help you become the person you want to be, living the life you hoped for. Risk and change are scary ideas, but together we can examine what is holding you back and develop a plan that will lead to positive, lasting life changes. Choosing a counselor and entering a treatment relationship can seem overwhelming at first, but taking that step can be your first movement towards a better life. We have a team of professionals who have extensive experience with mental health, substance abuse, addictions, phobias, burnout, fatigue, women's and men's issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. We rely on evidence-based practices, particularly cognitive behavioral approaches (CBT), dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), mindfulness, and solution-focused treatment modalities. We are deeply compassionate, non-judgmental, insightful, versatile, and have a solid sense of humor.

I am a dynamic and goal driven therapist, that has nearly 3 decades of experience in a variety of different mental health settings. I love the process of helping people decipher the reasons behind why they do what they do, and then, to help them learn the tools to change what they are doing, and improve their lives. I am 100% committed to helping persons that are committed to the therapy process, improve their lives. I have successfully treated hundreds-perhaps thousands, of individuals over the years, and am constantly striving myself -to learn new tools and techniques that are not just a part of the average cookie-cutter psychotherapy in the industry. I aim to provide a balanced approach in the work that I do. Meaning, that I am there to listen, but then to be actively working with you, in finding the solutions to what presents you to me.

We provide traditional and faith-based psychotherapy and wellness services for women seeking greater emotional well-being, resilience, and meaningful growth. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based care and tailored to each woman’s unique needs, values, and goals. For women who desire it, Christian faith and values can be thoughtfully integrated into the therapeutic process. Whether you prefer traditional psychotherapy or a faith-based approach, we offer a supportive space to navigate life’s challenges, strengthen emotional wellness, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.

I specialize in trauma, ADHD, OCD, and child adolescent therapy, offering compassionate and culturally sensitive care in both Spanish and English. With a Master’s degree from the University of Toledo (2018), I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy to help clients uncover insights, build coping skills, and nurture resilience. A Message to You Counseling is a deeply personal journey—one that can be both challenging and transformative. It’s not always easy to face difficult emotions or explore past wounds, but you don’t have to do it alone. As your counselor, I am here to walk beside you, providing understanding, support, and tools to navigate the complexities of your experiences. I know that life’s struggles can feel overwhelming, affecting your sense of joy, purpose, and connection. That’s why I’m dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space where you feel seen, heard, and valued—no matter your background or story. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and reclaiming the life you deserve. You are not alone. Let’s take this journey together.