Counseling & Wellness Services
Detroit, Michigan
Start My Wellness provides counseling, medication management, psychological testing and other wellness services for children, teens, adults, groups, couples and families in the Greater Metro Detroit Area.
Our certified therapists have home-grown roots, so you can feel confident in their skills and at home in your community throughout your experience.
Therapy & Counseling
We can help kids, teens & adults learn new skills to create a more fulfilling & happy life.
Psychiatric Medication
We provide medication for all ages to treat depression, anxiety & other symptoms.
Psychological Testing
We test for a wide range of psychological conditions & specialize in second opinions.
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Are you psychoanalyzing me?
As a psychoanalyst, people often approach me and ask something like “what is mental health?” Usually this comes in the form of a joking question, “are you analyzing me?” I try to respond thoughtfully, recognizing that somehow a mental health professional may make people uncomfortable, as if I am judging them. I try to reassure them, I have enough on my plate and I’m not looking to work outside of the office.
Seasonal Depression… in the Summer?
It may not come as a surprise to you that SAD affects around 5% of Americans, and can disproportionately impact females, younger people, and those living in Northern/higher altitude climates.
June is National Pride Month
Since the 1969, Stonewall Uprisings in NYC, the month of June has been a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ identities and honor the activism of those who participated in Stonewall and those who are still actively involved with queer liberation movements today.
ADHD Testing Options at Start My Wellness: Traditional vs. Modern
Do you ever have difficulty concentrating or getting things done? Symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can greatly impact all aspects of one’s life, regardless of age. Properly identifying and diagnosing ADHD is important for accurate treatment. An accurate assessment allows both children and adults to understand what they are struggling with and what is causing their symptoms. It also helps these individuals develop habits and skills to help manage ADHD symptoms.
Why Do Kids Benefit from In-Person Therapy
Simply put, kids need interactions with others in order to grow. They need helpful role models to assist them in learning how to manage their feelings. From parents and other adults, children are able to learn how to make decisions and behave in ways that will help them be successful. These are some of the reasons why in person therapy is especially important for kids – they need in person relationships that will help them develop.
Learning More About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, also known as master-level nurses, can help diagnose and treat mental health/emotional health issues. A psychiatrist, on the other hand, is a medical doctor. And while they receive different training than psychiatric nurse practitioners, their duties regarding your health are pretty much the same.
Psychologist, Social worker, Psychiatrist: What’s the Difference?
In the field of mental health, there are a number of specialties that focus on a specific aspect of an individual’s overall health. The terms “psychologist”, “social worker”, and “psychiatrist” are labels that are used to differentiate between the specialties of each field.
What’s the Difference Between a Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatrist?
While both nurse practitioners and psychiatrists can prescribe medications, they specialize in slightly different areas.
Different Methods of Diagnosing ADHD
There’s no standardized way to test for ADHD, but there are a few common ways therapists and other mental health professionals determine if their client needs help in that area.
Three Reasons Your Dietitian and Therapist Should Work Together
If you’ve ever sought out care for your mental health, you know how much therapy can help. The same goes for professional help around food and diet. By combining the two, we can now access the correlation between them.