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As a person that has experienced and struggled with anxiety and depression, I understand that asking for help and being vulnerable...
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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.
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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.
I believe that healing begins with connection, and I bring deep compassion and insight to my work with individuals, couples, and f...
I believe that healing begins with connection, and I bring deep compassion and insight to my work with individuals, couples, and families.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 25 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and behavioral and emotional difficulties. My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices that help clients clarify their goals and build meaningful change.
I earned my master’s degree in community counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. My work integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and other solution-focused, strengths-based approaches to help clients gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, and build confidence in their ability to grow.
I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and empowered. Together, we will explore what you need to move toward balance, resilience, and lasting change. Reaching out for support is a powerful first step, and I would be honored to walk with you as you pursue a more fulfilling life.
As a black woman navigating work, marriage, and motherhood, I have lived experience with overcoming stress, anxiety, PTSD, and dep...
As a black woman navigating work, marriage, and motherhood, I have lived experience with overcoming stress, anxiety, PTSD, and depression.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 11 years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating stress, anxiety, irritability, and frequent sadness. I’m passionate about helping clients identify strengths, build emotional awareness, and develop coping strategies that support growth and balance. My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment that empowers you to overcome challenges, improve relationships, and create meaningful change both personally and professionally.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Wayne State University. I utilize an integrative approach that includes talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and solution-focused techniques to meet each client where they are.
As both a mental health professional and a human, I believe therapy should uplift, inspire, and advance the wellness of the whole person. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in helping clients find peace, confidence, and purpose as they navigate life’s transitions.
You are not alone....
You are not alone.
Lindsay Hirshman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in an elementary school setting, community mental health agency, private practice, and assisted living/health care settings. She is passionate about providing the highest level of care to her clients. Her success in the field, working with various populations in a number of settings stems from her use of intervention methods to help guide clients toward building autonomy and control in their lives. Lindsay completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) and Bachelor of Social Work at Western Michigan University. Lindsay is licensed through the state of Michigan as a Clinical Social Worker (LMSW-C). You are not alone. Schedule an appointment with Lindsay today.
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My go-to approach for helping people in grief & loss counseling is using talk therapy and using active listening skills.
I teach the following tools in grief & loss counseling:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in grief & loss counseling when clients are moving though the different stages of grief and loss.
Clients can supplement their time in grief & loss counseling with using skills such as exercise and deep breathing on days that they are having a harder time.
To prepare for their first grief & loss counseling session, an individual can just come in and be their self.
Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Novi, MI have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.
Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Novi, MI will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.
If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.
There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.
Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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