Counseling Services in Detroit, Michigan
Our licensed therapists help people in Detroit, MI and throughout Wayne County live happier and more fulfilled lives.
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Make Relationships Better
Your relationships don’t have to be in turmoil to benefit from couples or family counseling. Therapy can take a good thing and make it great. When it comes to your relationships, our trained therapists can help you strengthen your bond with loved ones through improved communication, intimacy and trust-building. Scheduling an appointment!
Learn to Thrive at Work
The workplace is commonly cited as a source of stress and anxiety for most individuals in your community. Start My Wellness allows you to discuss these workplace challenges in a judgment-free zone. Our counselors and therapists can help you navigate these struggles by giving you the tools you need to communicate in a healthy way, assert your needs and identify patterns that may have been working against you. Scheduling an appointment!
De-Stress & Excel at School
Students of all ages can take advantage of our mental health counseling services to overcome daily stressors related to school. Whether it be a change in routine, a heavy workload, or social pressures, a qualified therapist can help you work through these life challenges in the most effective way. Don't delay scheduling your first appointment!
Conveniently located on 9 Mile, between Wrenson and Leitch Roads, you can find our office just east of Woodward and close to Downtown Troy. Whether you need assistance overcoming a difficult experience, dealing with anxiety or depression, or simply want to improve the quality of your life, our highly-skilled and licensed counselors will work with you to achieve your goals.
We are accepting new patients and offer phone, virtual or in-person appointments.
Questions? Please call 248-514-4955
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