Existential/Humanistic therapists in St. Joseph, Michigan MI
Existential/Humanistic
Ben Dickstein
Psychologist, PhD
I love helping my clients address issues with sleep, anxiety, mood, and past traumatic experiences. For me, helping others as a psychologist is a true passion. When appropriate, I use evidence-based therapy, which has clinical research supporting its effectiveness. I routinely offer couples and grief counseling. I've been told by my clients that I clearly take my job seriously and prepare well for sessions, always eager to bring them the relief that they're seeking in a thoughtful and targeted way. I don't stretch treatment out any longer than needed. As far as my unique characteristics as a therapist, I believe that humor plays an important role in treatment, and that therapists who are willing to be self-disclosing and genuine develop stronger, more meaningful connections with their clients. I see therapy as a very personal process -- far more so than other types of health visits -- and that forming a real relationship is a key component of mental health treatment. I find that one definite benefit of such a relationship is that I'm able to offer my clients truthful, direct feedback, as they always know that any challenging remarks are coming from a caring and compassionate place. Along these lines, I belief that it's a therapist's job to routinely encourage their clients to push beyond their comfort zones and make bold changes.
11 Years Experience
Existential/Humanistic
Dr. Karen Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, PhD, LPC, LLP
I work with adolescents, young adults, and mature adults with issues and concerns in the area of anxiety, depression, sexuality, aging, health, addictions, and relationships.
I hold several board certifications: Board Certification as a Professional Psychologist, Professional Medical Psychotherapist, Professional Sports Psychologist Fellow, and Professional Disability Analyst and Fellow. I am also certified as a Rehabilitation Counselor, Cognitive Forensics Therapist, Rational Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist, and Addictions Counselor Also having more than 20 successful years involved with counseling-psychological treatment activities, supervision, and teaching in the areas of university, community college, vocational, adult education and community facilities and programs, provides me with the ability to counsel a wide range of individuals at time of significant career, family or educational crisis and, thus assist them to take control and to make decisions that will positively affect their future.
In addition to being a psychologist, I enjoy traveling with my husband and two “children” -- Maizy, our Yorkie, and Twittin, our Tuxedo cat. There is always something going on, somewhere to be, or something to do with them and I enjoy them all.
33 Years Experience
Existential/Humanistic
Dr. Adam Shafer
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
I do my best to listen in the service of understanding and provide thoughtful responsiveness, which I have found helps my clients connect to their inner life and with others. Using gentle honesty and compassion, I value autonomy and collaboration to help people feel less alone while finding a sense of purpose within their lives and in the world.
Existential/Humanistic
Jamie Reed
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Rooted in a client-centered foundation, I strive to create a safe and trusting environment which will maximize healing.
12 Years Experience
Existential/Humanistic
Dr. Trey Cole
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP, DAAETS
It is my belief that we all have an innate desire to connect, feel heard, and be understood. My therapeutic approach is grounded in this belief, and it is my hope that we will create a meaningful therapy that is validating and encouraging, yet simultaneously challenging enough to be a catalyst for meaningful growth.
17 Years Experience