Therapy for Adults Navigating Challenging Life Changes
Individual therapy for adults across Michigan navigating the many transitions that unfold across adulthood, including the emotional, relational, and identity changes that can arise during perimenopause.
I support adults through the emotional, relational, and practical challenges that come with change.
Life shifts, whether expected or completely out of the blue, can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of who you are right now. Therapy offers a space to slow down, understand what’s happening inside you, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that feel steady, capable, and whole.
As we age, we experience many transitions, some expected, some completely surprising. They can be exhausting, disorienting, or even frightening, even when they’re planned.
I Work With People In
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Early Adulthood
Leaving home or navigating new independence
Academic or early career pressures
Relationship beginnings, endings, or shifting dynamics
Becoming a parent or adjusting to new caregiving roles
Questions about identity, direction, and who you’re becoming
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Midlife
Career changes, burnout, or reevaluating priorities
Parenting transitions, teens, launching adult children, or becoming a new parent again
Caring for aging parents while balancing multiple roles
Relationship changes or reevaluations
Feeling stuck, restless, or disconnected
Shifts in identity, purpose, or what you want next
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Later Adulthood
Adjusting to health changes or new limitations
Navigating retirement or shifts in daily structure
Changes in independence or living situations
Caring for a partner or managing increased caregiving needs
Grief, loss, or redefining meaning in this stage of life
How I Support You
My therapeutic style is respectful, direct, and compassionate. My approach to therapy is holistic, integrative, person-centered and strengths-based customized for you.
I’ll provide tools, insight, and support and you’ll never be dismissed or rushed. Our work may include:
Mindfulness and grounding skills
Cognitive reframing
Exploring identity shifts
Reclaiming agency and self-trust
Understanding how hormonal changes may be impacting your emotional world
Understanding emotional patterns
Reconnecting with your strengths
Making sense of what’s changing — and why
If you’re ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation. We’ll talk about what you’re experiencing and make sure you feel supported from the very beginning.
Who I Support
I specialize in life transitions, with advanced understanding of perimenopause. I support individuals experiencing:
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Mood changes, anxiety, irritability, or emotional overwhelm
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Identity shifts or feeling disconnected from themselves
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Career or relationship changes
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Adjustment to parenthood
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Navigating ADHD in adulthood
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Grief, loss, or unexpected life changes
Women in Perimenopause
Perimenopause is more than a hormonal shift, it’s a whole‑life shift. I help women navigate:
Emotional shifts such as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, sadness, or heightened emotional sensitivity
Cognitive changes including, overwhelm, difficulty focusing, and mental fatigue
Sleep disruptions and physical exhaustion that make daily life feel harder to manage
Shifts in identity, confidence, and sense of self, including feeling unlike yourself or unsure who you are right now
Changes in relationships, boundaries, and caregiving roles, often creating new stress or tension
Grief, aging, and shifting priorities that surface during midlife transitions
The impact of hormonal fluctuations on emotions, energy, and daily functioning
A desire to regain steadiness, clarity, and self‑trust after a period of feeling off‑center or overwhelmed
Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and help you feel grounded, supported, and more like yourself again.
Approach & Methods
My work is warm, direct, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. I strive to provide reliable, trauma-informed, quality care built on evidence-based practices and professionalism, without judgment, in a warm, safe space where you can be yourself and feel comfortable exploring and implementing growth and change.
As part of trauma-informed and evidence-based practices (below), I integrate:
Mindfulness and grounding practices
Cognitive reframing
Emotional regulation skills
Boundary work
Strengths‑based support
Identity exploration
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness
Meditation
Person-Centered Therapy
Psychoeducation
Solution Focused Therapy
Strengths Based Therapy
Supportive Psychotherapy
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Clients often tell me they feel seen, understood, and relieved to finally talk with someone who “gets it.” Our work focuses on understanding what’s changing, reconnecting with your strengths, and building tools that support emotional steadiness. If you’re ready to begin, reach out for a free consultation.
You don’t have to navigate this season alone. Therapy can help you feel steadier, clearer, and more connected to yourself.
How It Works
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Contact
Schedule an appointment or free consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
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Connect
Meet weekly or biweekly — via telehealth or in my Plymouth office.
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Collaborate
We’ll work toward the goals that matter most to you and help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Psychotherapy can help treat many mental health issues, including:
Depression: Psychotherapy can help you understand the causes of your depression, change negative thought patterns, and learn coping skills.
Anxiety: Psychotherapy can help you understand your feelings and what causes you to feel anxious.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Psychotherapy can help you identify and change unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.
Grief or loss: Psychotherapy can help you cope with the death of a loved one.
Relationship problems: Psychotherapy can help you address relationship issues.
Stress: Psychotherapy can help you manage stress.
Low self-esteem: Psychotherapy can help with low self-esteem.
Major life transitions: Psychotherapy can help you cope with major life changes.
Behavioral conditions: Psychotherapy can help with conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and conduct disorder.
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A consultation gives us a chance to talk about what you’re experiencing, what you’re hoping for, and whether we’re a good fit. If I’m not the right match, I’m always happy to offer referrals to therapists who may better meet your needs.
You deserve a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported.
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If there is something else you need support with and it is not listed here, please contact me.
ADHD
Anxiety
Caregivers
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Older Adults
Peer Relationships
Perimenopause
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's health
Women's Issues
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We’ll likely meet weekly or every other week for 45 to 55 minutes.
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Psychotherapy may not cure your condition or make an unpleasant situation go away. But it can give you the power to cope in a healthy way and feel better about yourself and your life.
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Therapy is a worthwhile investment of both time and money, as your well-being is essential. Yes, there is a cost, however, seeing yourself and your personal growth as worthy and valuable is part of the work!
You can get the most up-to-date information about fees and which plans I am in-network with here.
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I will provide a link for you, using the HIPAA compliant platform, doxy.me to conduct the session. You will just need a private, comfortable space and a strong internet connection for our 55 minute telehealth appointments.
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Yes. My office is located in Plymouth, Michigan.