Hi, I'm Ash. I’m a queer / trans / non-binary therapist for individuals exploring identity, experiencing grief, or healing from trauma. My clients appreciate my non-judgmental, non-pathological, progressive, and curious presence. I work from psychodynamic, relational, and radical frameworks, centering the unique lived experiences of my clients. I might be a good fit for you if you appreciate a combination of humor, accountability, and support. I work best with clients who are motivated t...
Fortitude: “strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain and adversity with courage.” This courage is something we all carry, but oftentimes the weight of the challenges we face can be too much to carry alone. I believe in the power of having teammates that we can call on for support- people who can help empower us to put one foot in front of the other. I strive to be a great teammate. I am passionate about empowering others, and I am intentional in my learning and ...
Are exams, school courses, family and employment becoming overwhelming to you? Perhaps you’re the friend that everyone comes to for support? Is it possible you are feeling overwhelmed, helpless, unhappy and unfulfilled with the way things are going? Maybe you have tried everything on your own to break the cycle and nothing is working? If this seems like you, I want you to know you're not alone. With over 10 years in the field and personal experience, I know that these patterns can lead ...
The Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine (RCBM) is an outpatient behavioral health clinic dedicated to improving the quality of life experience for our patients. We combine the treatment modalities of psychotherapy with medication and nutrition management to alleviate suffering and help people lead happier, more productive lives. RCBM brings together a team of nearly fifty mental health professionals with a wide variety of clinical backgrounds and specialties. Under the medical leadershi...
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Many mental health issues are related to a trauma response in the brain and body. Trauma is often conceptualized as one single event or experience that causes intense fear or distress. However, not all people who experience these kinds of events develop trauma symptoms, and many people who do experience trauma symptoms cannot identify a single event such as this. Another way to understand trauma symptoms is that they occur when an individual’s context overwhelms their nervous system’s ability to...
Sometimes entering into counseling can be a little scary and uncomfortable. One of the most important things I hope to be able to provide you with is an environment where you feel comfortable and respected to allow change and healing to occur. I believe that you are the expert on you and thus should be the one in the driver seat of your change and healing. Through collaboration, education and perseverance we can help you to achieve your goals and work to continue building a better you!...
Life is difficult, and it sometimes makes it seem nearly impossible to find the help needed to get through those challenging times. Whether it be anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, impulse problems, empowerment or self esteem issues, we are here to empower you, meeting your needs...
At The Well Being, we provide our clients with skilled therapists who are easy to relate to, and easy to connect with. However, what makes us TRULY unique is our focus on using physical exercise as a component of our mental health treatment. Simply put, we view exercise as being the best mental health medication available on the market today, which also has the world's best side effects. Our program of combining exercise with a positive, helpful, and rewarding counseling experience, has resul...
In addition to the insurance outlined in the profile, please note that I accept most major medicaid products in the mid Michigan region. I also accept PHP and SPHN....
I have been a practicing clinician for over 30 years in a variety of settings. I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, and incorporate positive psychology, behavioral modification, mindfulness, and health/wellness into my therapeutic practice. In addition to being a clinical therapist, I am also a certified personal trainer and a life coach, and believe in integrating mind, body and spirit into my practice. If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just need someone to help you move for...
People often struggle with feelings of sadness, anxiety, and emotional responses they do not understand. Counseling can be very helpful in identifying the source of these symptoms and undoing negative effects of previous life events. . I find great fulfillment in helping individuals to gain a better understanding of who they are at their core as well as how past events and circumstances have affected them in order to move towards genuine healing. One of the most important aspects of therapy ...
Thank you for considering the meaningful step of improving your life through therapy. I have over 10 years of experience in helping young adults with a wide range of concerns, from anxiety to depression to relationships to making career decisions and managing daily stresses. I practice evidence-based behavioral therapy while treating you with the warm, friendly concern I would want for a dear family member. My clients often feel better after the first session or two and tend to feel and function...
I work with variety of clients, but most of my clients come to me for help with relationship issues -- significant other, friend, family and work relationships. College students often come to me with issues related to roommates, gaining independence from parents, anxiety related to overwhelming school work, career choices and figuring out who they are. College years can be an amazing time of growth and opportunity, but they can also be incredibly stressful. I love to help college students naviga...
Every person can achieve a sense of empowerment and self-assuredness. To achieve that, I strive to make sure my clients feel heard, validated, and valuable. Also, I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and overcome that which may be holding them back from being their most authentic and fulfilled selves. I feel honored to hear and be entrusted with the words, thoughts, and feelings of those I provide service to, and I do not take that lightly. I value creating a warm a...
I specialize in working with graduate students who are seeking a kind, sensitive, and curious clinician to guide them through the mental health rigors of academia. The journey of completing a graduate degree can be a stressor which exacerbates existing issues of perfectionism and anxiety; but it can also be a time of growth, insight, and self-discovery. My second area of speciality is grief and loss. Grief shows up in many ways, often during points of life transition. Break-ups, divorces, d...
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The clients I've worked with that have reported the greatest success all have one thing in common: They tried their hardest in and out of session to challenge themselves. I firmly believe that every person has the answers they are searching for within themselves. I often work with clients to build up their faith & trust within themselves so that they no longer go through life second guessing everything they do. During the young adult stage of life people often believe that they are supposed to ...
I admire the strength clients show in sharing their vulnerabilities and being self-reflective, so that they can live fulfilling and rich lives – I am privileged to support that growth and to be let into your life for the time that we work together. The therapeutic alliance, or relationship between you and I, is the most important factor in the therapy process. I will create a warm and accepting environment, free of judgments, where you are able to share your vulnerabilities at your own pace. ...