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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Benefits of Reflection & Gratitude
Ultimately, the end of the year can be full of excitement and nerves in anticipation for the new year to come. It’s a great chance to envision what you want this next chapter of your life to look like. Once you feel you have reflected enough, feel free to close the door of 2021 and open the new door to 2022 and begin working towards your new goals.

How Can I Tell If I Am Being Assertive or Aggressive?
Whenever you feel something bottling up inside because you fear being too assertive or worry how that can impact your image, remind yourself of these tips.

What Does Finding a Compatible Therapist Even Mean?
When you are a young professional looking for help, where do you turn to? How do you find a therapist who is compatible? Starting with your own cultural background may be helpful. Also, finding someone located in your city, such as in Detroit or Troy, can also be great. But ultimately, therapists who can “dive deep” into our lives and offer useful observations we may not have made ourselves are among the most significant and helpful. Author: Sadfah Shohatee, LLMSW

Does an office’s physical location matter in the age of COVID?
Starting in December of 2021, Start My Wellness will open its doors at our new headquarters in Troy. Our goal is to provide comprehensive wellness. We want to give you many options for how you can take good care of yourself and your loved ones. Author: Anton Babushkin, PhD, Therapist, CEO

Navigating Grief and Loss
Over time, coming to terms with our losses can open the door to new opportunities. The past can’t always be healed but working through our losses is a way to validate our emotional experiences, while gaining perspective on what moving forward looks like. Author: Jordan Reynolds, MSW, LLMSW

Looking For Love – Are You Making Decisions That Sabotage What You Want?
Don’t be afraid to make your own priorities be clear – being up front will make it easier to assess whether the other person is on the same page. Author: Lindsay Hall, MSW

What Can Social Media Teach Us About Ourselves?
Social media and all of technology is a tool – therapy can help you figure out how to use it to improve or enhance your life.

Charlie Brown and Resilience
Resilient people show up to try again, with the hope that this time there will be a more favorable outcome. They have yet to succeed, but they continue to try, and that’s resilience. Author: Jacob Chmara, MA, TLLP

The Do’s and Don’ts of Saying No
The fear of disappointment, inadequacy, and selfishness often leads to our need to please others. Consider your personal needs, boundaries, & what you may be sacrificing before saying yes. Author: Jordan Reynolds, LLMSW

How Stages of Coming Out Influence Therapeutic Goals
No matter what stage you’re in, your therapist’s job is to meet you where you are and be a steady force in the background as you take control of your own coming out journey. Author: Lindsay Hall, LLMSW
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Therapy Services in Southeastern Michigan
At Start My Wellness, we connect patients in with high-quality therapists and counselors devoted to helping people redesign their mindsets so they can live better lives.

Therapy
We can help kids, teens & adults learn new skills and create a more fulfilling life.

Medication
We provide medication for all ages to treat depression, anxiety & other symptoms.

Kids & Teens
Our expert team can help improve the mental health and well-being of kids & teens.

Psych Testing
We test for a wide range of psychological conditions & specialize in second opinions.

ADHD
We offer quick, easy ADHD screening & multiple treatment options.

Nutrition
Work with a registered dietitian to help improve your physical & mental wellness.

Virtual Care
Skip the hassle of an office visit with telehealth & video conference appointments.

Social Media
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News & Advice
Read our blog for the latest news and advice on therapy and self-improvement.