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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Helping School-Aged Children

Helping School-Aged Children

In this video, Start My Wellness therapists Cate Desjardins and Anton Babushkin answer common questions parents have about their school-aged child being in therapy.

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Relationships – get better at them!

Relationships – get better at them!

Relationships are challenging. In this article from the New York Times, one person looks back on how his relationship to himself and to others changed over the course of his work in therapy.

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9 Satisfying Stress Reduction Strategies

9 Satisfying Stress Reduction Strategies

I was just browsing the news feed on Google when I came across this article on stress reduction.  Since most illness is related to stress in one form or another, it is always a good idea to maximize stress reduction techniques in your personal life.

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Make an Appointment

To get started with Start My Wellness, schedule an appointment online or call 248-514-4955. During the scheduling process, we will ask questions to match you with the therapist who will best meet your needs including service type, emotional symptoms and availability.

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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.