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Maria Tovar-Ruiz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LPC, LAADC) who has over ...
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Maria Tovar-Ruiz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LPC, LAADC) who has over 24 years of experience specializing in helping clients who are suffering from symptoms related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, women’s issues, trauma, relationship concerns, self-esteem, anger management and substance use.
She earned her Master’s degree from Michigan State University and strives to create a relationship where you will feel fully acknowledged, valued, and seen for the unique person that you are. Maria has an eclectic, down to earth and humorous approach to therapy. She values partnering with people from diverse backgrounds who are seeking to increase their life satisfaction and quality of life.
She believes in helping people identify their own strengths as they learn to trust in their power to have the most fulfilling life that they envision. Maria believes that you are the expert of your own life, while she is a partner that will provide tools, feedback and encouragement as you reach for your goals.
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Jennifer Plesz is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (CRC, LPC) with over 10 years of profes...
Jennifer Plesz is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (CRC, LPC) with over 10 years of professional experience helping clients to overcome anxiety, family conflict, relationship difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum related issues, stress, anger issues, ADHD, women's issues, and much more.
Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Wayne State University, and has several years of experience working with people from all backgrounds. Today Jennifer offers individual, couples, and families who experiencing hard times, or new obstacles.
Tackle your roadblocks with help from Jennifer; with her professional support and guidance, you can start feeling better, while rebuilding trust, confidence, and contentment. With each session, she'll work to establish a professional, caring relationship between you and herself.
As a therapist with many life experiences, my goal is to get you to a happy, healthy, and well-rounded life....
As a therapist with many life experiences, my goal is to get you to a happy, healthy, and well-rounded life.
Glikeria (Ria) Mantis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults and seniors address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Ria specializes in major life transitions, aging, end-of-life/hospice issues, grief, loss, bereavement, addiction, substance use, depression, mood disorders, trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, low-self esteem, women's issues, bipolar disorder, relationship concerns, and stress management.
Ria completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Eastern Michigan University with a concentration in Aging Services. Ria utilizes multiple treatment approaches, including person-centered therapy (PCT), mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), addiction, prolonged exposure therapy (PET), motivational interviewing, existential therapy, somatic, solutions-focused therapy (SFT), reality therapy, and more.
Ria is confident to provide a safe, private and professional therapeutic journey. Let Ria assist you in getting to your goal through a person-centered approach. She'll help you to obtain new perspectives and techniques to allow you to cope and heal with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to put in the work, schedule an appointment with her today.
Successful counseling is rooted in safety, trust, and a positive perspective....
Successful counseling is rooted in safety, trust, and a positive perspective.
Crystal is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years in the mental health field working with clients to improve life satisfaction. She specializes in treating adults and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, abuse, neglect, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, grief and loss, parenting support, and substance use disorders.
Crystal has a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an advanced specialization in treating children and adolescents from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. She is trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Crystal has also completed the Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Crystal creates a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for her clients. She encourages personal empowerment through the use of strength-based strategies and motivational Interviewing techniques combined with psychoeducation, solution-focused techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices to improve adjustment and live a more fulfilling life.
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Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.
Thriveworks psychologists in Sterling Heights, MI provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.
Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Sterling Heights is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.
Psychologists are health care providers who are trained to help people work through mental health challenges and in turn optimize their mental health.
Do you think that a psychologist could help you? Are you in Macomb County, Rochester, or the surrounding Detroit area? Schedule a therapy appointment at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI. Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI has psychologists on staff who are eager to help you prioritize your mental health and wellbeing. They have the skills, the tools, and the knowledge to guide you and support you. If you’re ready to get to work, so are we. Call (586) 238-4265 to secure your appointment!
Thriveworks Sterling Heights psychologists understand that as human beings, we need individualized attention and care. In other words, our challenges and needs should be met with personalized care. Our psychologists will get to know you and asses your unique needs before they design treatment. This will involve familiarizing themselves with the issues at hand, which might include:
If you are struggling to get through a mental or emotional roadblock, consider working with Thriveworks Sterling Heights psychologist. In doing so, you are putting your mental health first and setting yourself up for greater happiness and success in life.
Many people tend to brush their mental or psychological health under the rug. It’s time to change these tendencies. If you need help working through a mental health issue, consider working with a Detroit psychologist at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI. This can serve as your first step toward prioritizing your mental wellbeing. Not to mention, our psychologists can help you identify other issues you might be encountering that you aren’t even aware of. Additionally, they can help you prevent and prepare for future challenges.
You can reach us at (586) 238-4265. A scheduling specialist will walk you through the easy process and benefits including:
Are you looking for therapy in the outskirts of Detroit? We strive to offer our clients an appointment with a psychologist or another mental health professional as soon as they need it. If you could benefit from seeing a psychologist tomorrow, we will do our very best to make that happen. Just call us when you’re ready.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Sterling Heights is located at the corner of Utica Road and Triangle Drive. We currently share a building with DAS Architects, among other businesses. Across the street, on the opposite side of Utica Road, is the Sterling Estates neighborhood and La Grand Blvd.
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