Anastasia Gibbs, LPC, NCC

Novi, Michigan

VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Counselor, Counselor

Languages: English

My Approach to Therapy

I believe meaningful change begins with feeling genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable discussing your experiences without fear of judgment, while also offering opportunities to explore new perspectives and develop healthier ways of navigating life's challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs and goals. I recognize that each person brings unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives into the counseling process, and I believe those differences should be respected throughout our work together. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I work with clients to better understand the thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationship patterns that may be contributing to their concerns. Together, we identify meaningful goals and develop practical strategies to support emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and promote lasting personal growth. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment that balances genuine support with opportunities for reflection, insight, and meaningful change.

My Practice & Services

At Milton's Place Counseling, we provide compassionate, individualized counseling for adults, adolescents, and couples navigating life's challenges. Our services support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, family conflict, self-esteem concerns, and significant life transitions. Some clients seek counseling during particularly difficult periods, while others recognize recurring patterns they would like to better understand or change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, struggling with communication in your relationships, or finding it difficult to manage your emotions, counseling can provide a supportive place to explore your concerns. I strive to make the therapeutic process approachable and collaborative, helping clients develop greater self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, establish healthier boundaries, and work toward goals that reflect their personal needs and values. Milton's Place Counseling offers a welcoming environment where your experiences matter and meaningful progress can begin.

My View on the Purpose of Psychotherapy

I believe the purpose of therapy extends beyond managing immediate symptoms. While reducing emotional distress is often an important part of treatment, counseling can also help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves, recognize patterns that affect their well-being, and build healthier relationships. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore difficult experiences, better understand emotions, strengthen problem-solving skills, and develop more intentional ways of responding to life's challenges. I also believe that clients should have an active voice in their treatment. Your experiences, goals, preferences, and personal values are central to the counseling process. Ultimately, my goal is to help clients develop the insight, confidence, and practical skills needed to navigate life with greater clarity and emotional well-being.

What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist

One of the most meaningful aspects of being a counselor is having the opportunity to support individuals as they better understand themselves and recognize their capacity for growth. I value the therapeutic relationship and the trust that develops when clients feel comfortable sharing their experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future. I find purpose in helping people recognize strengths they may have overlooked, develop healthier patterns, improve relationships, and approach difficult situations with greater confidence. Meaningful progress doesn't always happen through major breakthroughs. Sometimes it develops through small changes in perspective, increased self-awareness, or the ability to respond differently to a familiar challenge. Being able to support clients through that process is what makes this work meaningful to me.

What I Say to People Concerned about the Therapy Process

It's understandable to feel uncertain about beginning therapy, especially if you've never attended counseling before or have had an experience that wasn't what you hoped for. You may wonder what you'll talk about, whether your concerns are serious enough, or how comfortable you'll feel discussing personal experiences with someone new. You don't need to arrive with everything figured out. Our initial sessions provide an opportunity for us to get to know one another, discuss your concerns, explore your goals, and determine how counseling may support your needs. My priority is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where you feel respected and comfortable participating in the process. Therapy is collaborative, and we'll work together at a pace that supports meaningful exploration and progress. Reaching out doesn't mean you have all the answers. It simply means you're considering another way to care for yourself.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

ChildrenTeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

I provide individual, couples, and family counseling for adults, young adults, adolescents, teens, and children experiencing emotional, behavioral, and relationship challenges. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, high-functioning anxiety, depression, high-functioning depression, chronic stress, grief and loss, low self-esteem, family conflict, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. My practice also supports couples seeking to improve communication, strengthen emotional connection, navigate separation or divorce, and address co-parenting challenges. I work with parents and families experiencing parenting concerns, parent-child conflict, behavioral difficulties, and communication challenges. Additional populations include college students, working professionals experiencing burnout, individuals navigating career transitions, and neurodivergent individuals or couples managing attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD)- and autism-related relationship challenges. I offer telehealth counseling to eligible clients in Michigan, Minnesota, Idaho, Iowa, Arizona, and Ohio, providing accessible mental health support across these states.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Family Therapy Individual Therapy & Counseling Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling Telehealth

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

AnxietyAutism SpectrumBreakupDepressionDevelopmental Conditions (Autism, Aspergers, etc.)Emotional OverwhelmEmptinessIrritability

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotion Focused TherapyInterpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy)Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Industries & Communities

Entertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsEducationSelf-Employed and Freelance ProfessionalsProfessional SportsLGBTQ+BIPOCUnion First