Discover how starting anxiety therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.
5 therapists available in Novi
As a person that has experienced and struggled with anxiety and depression, I understand that asking for help and being vulnerable...
About
As a person that has experienced and struggled with anxiety and depression, I understand that asking for help and being vulnerable can be scary.
Aileen Vazquez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. Aileen is passionate about helping others explore their goals, work towards a better version of themselves, and lead more fulfilling lives. She is particularly interested in the areas of anxiety, trauma, and the experience of pregnancy and postpartum-related issues.
Aileen completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Michigan State University. Aileen identifies as a Mexican-American woman and is both a therapist and a mother and therefore, understands how challenging and complex finding a balance and exploring identity can be. Due to personal experiences and previous experience working with adults with co-occurring disorders, Aileen is able to understand the complexities of life and how one issue can affect another. Aileen is particularly fond of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy (PCT), among other techniques.
It can be hard to reach out for help, but in doing so we are often able to open doors and accomplish things that may not have been possible without assistance. Aileen would be honored to be a part of your journey toward health and happiness. If you are seeking to work towards your goals and work together as a team, schedule an appointment with Aileen today.
Education and training
View more therapists in Novi
I am huge on finding meaning and purpose in life, as I believe this is the blueprint to a better understanding of our daily situat...
I am huge on finding meaning and purpose in life, as I believe this is the blueprint to a better understanding of our daily situations.
Hershel Jackson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and youth across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties in Michigan. He specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, severe and persistent mental illness, and relationship issues. Hershel uses a person-centered approach, helping individuals find meaning and purpose through empathetic and goal-oriented therapy.
Hershel holds a Master’s in Community Counseling from the University of Detroit. He combines evidence-based methods with a compassionate, client-first mindset to guide individuals through emotional healing and growth. His therapeutic style is warm, intentional, and purpose-driven.
Clients describe Hershel’s care as encouraging, motivational, and deeply affirming. He creates a safe space for breakthrough moments and empowers individuals to reclaim their purpose. His emotional intuition and empathic presence help clients feel understood, supported, and ready to engage in meaningful change.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to understand you...
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and achieve meaningful growth and healing.
Anthonia Umelogu is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of clinical experience. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders through evidence-based, person-centered care. Her background in forensic psychiatry, outpatient clinics, and community mental health enables Anthonia to offer a compassionate, collaborative approach, helping clients build resilience, develop coping skills, and achieve their mental health goals.
Anthonia earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Wayne State University in Michigan. She provides medication management and also uses approaches including emotionally-focused therapy and integrative therapy based on client needs.
Anthonia understands how challenging it can be to navigate life’s difficulties alone. In a compassionate and collaborative space, she works alongside clients to help them find balance, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing, Anthonia invites you to reach out for support.
My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and never judged as we work through whatever’s on your mind....
My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and never judged as we work through whatever’s on your mind.
Jennifer Rizk is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 11 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health care. She worked previously as a psychiatric registered nurse, developing a strong foundation in crisis management and long-term care. Jennifer specializes in mood and anxiety disorders and trauma, with a focus on expanding access to high-quality care for underserved populations.
Jennifer earned her Master’s in Nursing from Wayne State University. She treats anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues through a compassionate and collaborative approach. Her work is grounded in trust, respect, and tailored treatment, often blending medication management with supportive therapy.
Jennifer knows how hard it can be to take the first step toward healing and helps clients feel safe, heard, and supported. Whether you’re navigating life transitions or managing a mental health condition, she offers a calm, nonjudgmental space where you are empowered to feel more grounded and in control. Schedule an appointment today!
As a nurse practitioner, my philosophy of nursing is to provide individualized care to my patients and their unique situations, ed...
As a nurse practitioner, my philosophy of nursing is to provide individualized care to my patients and their unique situations, educating patients and their families and providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Michelle Modlinski is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, school issues, and sleep/insomnia. She is passionate about providing compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. As a PMHNP, Michelle's role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, therapist, and medication manager. Michelle completed her Master of Nursing at Wayne State University and her post graduate degree studies at the University of Michigan, Flint.
Michelle has strong clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. In addition to medication management, she incorporates cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), culturally sensitive, emotionally-focused, person-centered, and faith-based techniques into treatment, as well as motivational interviewing.
We are all faced with challenges in life. Michelle is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to get started, schedule an appointment with her today!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
Not ready to book? Contact me
Look for a confirmation email in your inbox shortly. We'll help find you a provider and guide you through everything you should know about starting care at Thriveworks.
No membership fees or subscriptions
Evening and weekend sessions
Award-winning therapy & psychiatry
What support are you seeking?
You acknowledge that by submitting this form, you are providing what may be considered “sensitive data” and consent to Thriveworks Privacy Policy & Terms. By submitting this information, you consent to receive communication from Thriveworks about our services via automatic calls, artificial or pre-recorded messages, or texts at the phone number provided, or by email at the address provided. You have the option to opt out of communications.
We will contact you with availability updates based on the preferences you provided for up to six months.
My go-to approaches for treating anxiety are CBT and psychotherapy.
I like to reach clients with anxiety tools to lower their anxiety, such as exercising, deep breathing, going for walks, listing their reason for feeling anxious, and working on skills to lower stress based on their anxiety.
I know clients are making meaningful progress with anxiety when they report that they are feeling less anxious and able to use their coping skills when they are feeling anxious.
Clients can supplement their time in therapy for anxiety by using coping skills such as journaling, exercising, or taking walks outside to get fresh air.
Clients could read therapists' profiles so that they know who they are meeting with. Clients should know that the first session is about getting to know each other.
Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Novi, MI can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Novi therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
The licensed anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Novi, MI have extensive experience in helping people who suffer from anxiety. Whether your anxiety symptoms are acute or mild, the mental health providers at Thriveworks are there for you.
Thriveworks anxiety therapists and counselors are skilled at ways of reducing anxiety symptoms and getting their clients back on track to achieving their goals without uncontrollable fears and worries. Call us today or schedule online to get started.
Anxiety can manifest in a variety of ways, including in other health conditions. For example, a person suffering from acute anxiety might experience digestive problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). They may also have migraines, insomnia, or appetite problems.
When a person is actively experiencing anxiety, they may feel their heart racing. They may feel nauseated, dizzy, or short of breath. These symptoms can worsen during a panic attack, even leading a person to think they’re having a heart attack.
Anxiety can also manifest as repetitive behaviors, as in the case of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). People with anxiety might also suffer from depression. They may abuse drugs or alcohol in order to manage their symptoms, though substance abuse will just lead to more problems down the line.
The mental health professionals at Thriveworks in Novi, MI have a number of tools in their toolbox to treat anxiety, including:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
These different types of therapy can be applied separately or combined depending on the client’s goals, wishes, and how they respond to treatment.
Thriveworks therapists in Novi, MI use numerous evidence-based treatments to treat panic disorder, separation anxiety, and numerous other types of anxiety disorder. It’s not healthy for an anxious person’s body to be in fight-or-flight mode so often. Great therapists can teach people ways to calm their minds, and hence calm their bodies. Then clients can get back to living their best lives.
Because all Thriveworks mental health providers are fully licensed, they accept most major forms of health insurance. Book online or simply call Thriveworks Novi today.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Shown in ET
10 photos
Call us to book
Our team is happy to help you schedule your first session.
Book online
Find the right provider for you. Book your session online yourself in just a few easy steps.