Grief, Career Counseling, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, Infidelity
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Tracey
Tracey Helms is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Tracey specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, sexual assault, domestic violence, and major life transitions. Tracey completed her Master of Social Work at Michigan State University. Her experience affords her the ability to understand the issues and problems that an individual is experiencing and the systems and environmental factors that pose a problem or barrier to one's healing journey.
Tracey’s person-centered approach puts the client in the driver's seat of their healing journey, where they determine the priorities of their healing. Tracey utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
Life can present many challenges and roadblocks that sometimes make it hard to cope. You can feel like you are stuck, out of control, confused, and unsure. Tracey will actively listen to your concerns and support you through your journey of discovery and healing. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!
"As a seasoned Social Worker for over 20 years, I have gained understanding and insight into the issues that those who have survived trauma and mental health issues often face."
Get to know Tracey
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I have a passion for helping people and a gift for listening. I became a counselor so I can help people feel good about themselves and engage in something I am passionate about.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with young adult women who are usually suffering from depression, anxiety, or trauma.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Clients who are ready for change. Clients who are in the "action stage of change" are exciting to work with because they are ready to really self reflect and hold themselves accountable.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That change does not happen overnight nor does it happen without work. to add, celebrating the baby steps helps you stay motivated.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
For the structure and networking opportunities with other counselors.
What inspires you?
People who move from tragedy to triumph.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A good listening session. I like to open up the session with hearing peoples' stories and their motivators for change.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Rapport, understanding, and logistics e.g. frequency of visits, co-pays, etc.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
The only thing I require is that people walk in with their truth in sessions.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I workout, listen to music, decorate, and sing.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Caring.
Can you tell us about a success you had with a client?
I worked with a client who was very resistant to therapy and did not think he needed therapy. Over the next 14 months, he gradually begin to see the benefit of therapy and we built a great rapport with each other. Even though it was a process, he work towards his goals, opened up about some of his issues, employed the coping strategies and committed to the process.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 10 years
- Graduating institute
- Michigan State University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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