Counseling and Therapy Services
Detroit, Michigan
Start My Wellness provides therapy, counseling, medication management, psychological testing, and other wellness services for children, teens, adults, groups, couples and families in the Greater Metro Detroit Area.
Our certified therapists have home-grown roots, so you can feel confident in their skills and at home in your community throughout your experience.

Individual Counseling
Get expert support tailored to your unique needs.

Couples Counseling
Work through your relationship with empathy and guidance.

Grief Counseling
Compassionate support to help you navigate loss and healing.

Family Counseling
Strengthen family bonds with guided communication and understanding.

Marriage Counseling
Improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen your emotional connection.

Psychiatry
Medication management and evaluation, psychological testing and treatment planning.

Psychiatric Medication
We provide medication to treat depression, anxiety, and other conditions.

Psychological Testing
We test for a wide range of psychological conditions.

Online Therapy
We provide accessible and efficient therapy from the comfort of your home.
Make an Appointment
To get started with Start My Wellness, schedule an appointment online or call 248-514-4955. During the scheduling process, we will ask questions to match you with the therapist who will best meet your needs including service type, emotional symptoms and availability.
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