How to Find a Therapist

Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult. Part of the challenge is the national shortage of healthcare professionals in almost every specialty. There are simply not enough highly qualified therapists available for the number of people looking to improve their quality of life through therapy. Another issue is affordability, some therapists do not accept insurance or do not accept many new patients. These factors create structural barriers to accessing care.

Let’s say the above are not an issue for you. How do you know if the person you scheduled an appointment with is actually the right therapist for you? There are many factors to consider and weigh and it helps to make an informed decision. Check out our user guides below, to help you make the important decision about which therapist may be the best fit for you at this time.

Check back for updates and special topics such as, “how to choose the right therapist for your child,” “how to choose the right therapist for helping you with ADHD” and “how to choose the right psychiatrist/medication prescriber.” While here you’re please be sure to check out the Start My Wellness therapist page to get to know our growing and highly trained team of therapists.

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Working with Anxious Children: Expectations for Parents

Childhood anxiety can present in a variety of ways that make it challenging to (1) notice and understand, (2) decide whether the child needs treatment, and (3) improve through therapy and/or medication.

How do I know if I have ADHD? What if I also have symptoms of anxiety and/or depression?

Watch therapist and Start My Wellness CEO Dr. Anton Babushkin discuss ADHD, anxiety, and depression with Nurse Practitioner Laila Marashi

Is my child anxious?

Does your child cry, throw tantrums, freeze up, cling to you, make themselves small (“shrink”) or decide to not speak in certain situations? All of these are both “normal” behaviors throughout childhood and they are diagnostic evaluators for determining if a child is experiencing an anxiety disorder.

What happens if we run into each other outside of therapy?

Watch Psychologist Nosa Obaseki discuss Petey the Patient’s question, “What happens if we run into each other outside of therapy?”

Types of Anxiety Therapies

“Mental Health Therapy” is a broad term that incorporates many different and unique approaches to working with people on social, emotional and behavioral issues.

How does mental health impact relationships?

Watch therapist and Start My Wellness CEO Dr. Anton Babushkin discuss “How mental health impacts relationships” with Nurse Practitioner Laila Marashi

Women’s History Month & Anxiety Stereotypes

March is Women’s History month, and to honor that, this blog post will be dedicated to discussing and understanding some gendered myths around anxiety disorders. Biological sex and socialized gender expectations play a role in how anxiety disorders are researched and studied.

When am I going to see results from therapy?

Watch therapist and Start My Wellness CEO Dr. Anton Babushkin answer Petey the Patient’s question, “When am I going to see results from therapy?”

Mental Health Therapy: An Essential Aspect of Maintaining Good Mental Health and Well-Being

In Detroit, Michigan, there are many options for individuals seeking mental health therapy services. This post will provide an overview of mental health therapy in Detroit, including the types of therapy available, the benefits of therapy, and how to find a therapist in Detroit.

Anxiety vs. Stress – What Am I Feeling?

Anxiety and stress can present similarly – a pounding heart, feeling warm in your body, racing thoughts, difficulty sleeping – but there are important differences in how people experience them and how they are treated in mental health therapy.

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Therapy Services in Southeastern Michigan

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