Have you had trouble keeping a job or a relationship because you have a hard time controlling your anger? Do you sometimes feel like you are going to snap or explode at the smallest thing? You may benefit from anger management therapy with one of the many mental health professionals in Alpena.

The City of Alpena has some of the best attractions in Michigan such as the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage center, which boasts a 9000 square foot maritime center with an archaeology lab, theater, and shipwreck gallery. You may also enjoy Thunder Bay River, which is a 75-mile section of river that drains into Lake Huron. Spending the day enjoying nature or learning about history is a great way to relax and the therapists in Alpena will explain how this can help your anger issues.

Psychologist Jennifer Schultz-Price providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Jennifer Schultz-Price

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I have over 5 years of counseling experience in women's issues such as divorce, self esteem, self confidence, relationships and parenting. I have also dealt with issues of grief and loss as well as stress and anxiety. My style of counseling is warm, supportive, and compassionate. My approach is cognitive behavioral as well as humanistic. However I will tailor my treatment plan and approach to your needs. Change does not always have to be feared or difficult. I am here for you, to walk with you through your journey, offering support and empowerment every step of the way. I look forward to meeting and working with you!

Psychologist Dawne Velianoff providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Dawne Velianoff

Clinician
License Type(s): LMSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
15 years offering treatment

I offer behavioral health and life coach services specializing in youth, adults, families/couples, and older adults. I assess each client and together you and I create your personalized person-centered plan. I utilize the following modalities interventions/techniques during theraputic sessions: Motivational interviewing , mindfulness, parenting skills & cognitive behavioral therapy. Together you and I walk through the systems theory, review risk factors for psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual decline that might require interventions to improve and/or stabilize personal or interpersonal relationships.

Psychologist Dale Eichenberg providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Dale Eichenberg

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,Provisional LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

Hello I have been a counselor for approximately 12 years. During those 12 years I have dealt with marriage and family issue, have5 plus years in this area alone. I have worked with parents and families involved in the foster care system, as well as Individuals with Major Depression and some alcohol use and abuse, just to name a few. I am a well rounded counselor who is openminded and nonjudgmental. I have a Master's in Arts from Siena Heights University in Community Counseling and attended the DBT Institute in Michigan . My treatment approaches are eclectic and include, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral therapy, and some reality therapy.

Psychologist Dr. Gloria Aquino Sosa providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Dr. Gloria Aquino Sosa

Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D., LPC-MI
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching
25 years offering treatment

I am a licensed professional counselor in Michigan with over 25 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, academic and personal counselor, and life strategist. I am a musician who has played in working rock bands for the last 16 years I have worked with clients who have experienced career disillusionment, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career challenges, general anxiety and social awkwardness, and feelings of emptiness. I have also worked with many who have experienced and survived physical trauma and/or emotional abuse, as well as severe and persistent mental illness. My therapy style is sincere, person-centered, authentic, and interactive. I have primarily served BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and Bilingual (Spanish) persons navigating many issues including immigration (both documented and undocumented persons), complex systems of oppression and discrimination, and intercultural issues. I've also worked with persons who are in adulthood traversing early and mid-life changes and problems of everyday life. The cornerstone of any human interaction is mutual respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and focusing on those will help us move toward self-awareness to improve how we face and address the challenges of this ever-changing world. My therapeutic approach combines relational cultural therapies with strengths-based, narrative, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapies. We will work together to create a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and goals for growth and awareness. Taking the first step toward leading a more fulfilling and gratifying life takes courage. You are taking that step by reaching out and seeking a thought partner to work through the areas you are most ready to address, and I am ready to work with you towards finding more of your inner power and strength. I look forward to hearing from you so we can get started on your personal journey!

Psychologist Ileah-Mare Smith-Allen providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Ileah-Mare Smith-Allen

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
18 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Michigan with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Jill Chestang providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Jill Chestang

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

Transformation from depression, anxiety, personal problems, grief, life transitions and other issues can be challenging. It is important to have the right support and a strong, positive relationship with your counselor. I work to provide an environment that is both safe and non-judgmental. I will help you identify the things you want to be different in your life and develop skills and a plan for reaching your desired goals. I am licensed in Michigan with 12 years of professional work experience. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Together we will take healthy risks, work for positive change, and celebrate your victories.

Psychologist Rebecca Markonni providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Rebecca Markonni

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepressionADHD
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Michigan. I have worked closely in crisis intervention for many years so I have a lot of experience with people from a range of ages, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations and diagnoses. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Michele "Shelly" Virva providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Michele "Shelly" Virva

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Michigan with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, women's issues, substance use disorder, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Jessica Rogal providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Jessica Rogal

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
9 years offering treatment

I am Jessica Rogal, a Michigan licensed clinical social worker, with eight plus years experience working with individual children, adolescents, young adults, adults and families. I am passionate about learning people's stories and walking alongside their struggles, while working together to build emotional resilience and sustainable, personal growth into a life you enjoy living. Together individuals and I have addressed symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, histories of trauma, difficult family dynamics, life transitions, ambivalence, explosive behaviors, and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach creatively integrates evidenced- based modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma informed practices, mindfulness and neuroscience research. It is my goal to use my knowledge and experiences in a way that is honest, relatable, non-judgmental and consistent. Taking steps towards change can be scary and overwhelming. It would be an honor to provide a safe and thought-provoking space that empowers you to grow in the direction of your choice.

Psychologist Bridget Eagleson providing different types of therapy in Alpena

Bridget Eagleson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCompassion fatigue
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Michigan with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Alpena

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Alpena that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Alpena available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Alpena therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Alpena therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Alpena region and in the state of Michigan.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Alpena can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Alpena may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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