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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Michigan

Find the right therapist in Michigan for you. Each profile lists the insurances the provider takes, typical costs per session, and how to get in contact.
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Laurie SchmitL

Laurie Schmit

LCSW
Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
How does acceptance and commitment (ACT) work and how can it help?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you develop a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions rather than struggling to eliminate them. Instead of getting stuck in self-criticism, worry, or avoidance, you'll learn mindfulness and acceptance skills that allow you to respond more flexibly while staying connected to what matters most. Together, we identify your core values and take meaningful, achievable steps toward the life you want to live. ACT can be especially helpful for managing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions while building resilience, self-compassion, and a greater sense of purpose.
Being heard and understood is important. It’s difficult to trust your counselor or make progress if that's absent. All therapists have skills and knowledge, but who do you trust? I offer a free phone consult so you can gain a sense of who I am before committing to therapy. This is important work, which means you get to choose the best fit for you. Having worked as a therapist for almost 20 years now, I consistently receive feedback that I have a warm, calming presence. Therapy can be heavy; creativity, fun, and play are also important to healing. My style is compassionate & collaborative. I've worked extensively with busy professionals, especially in the medical and mental health fields. What makes you unique is that you are invested in self-improvement, balance, and connection. You are not here by mistake. We sometimes know what to do but need help taking steps and creating the safety to remove barriers. Then you have freedom to take charge of your life-go from surviving to thriving!
Tracie DuncanT

Tracie Duncan

LPC
Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
How does acceptance and commitment (ACT) work, and what do sessions look like?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping you build a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions rather than allowing them to control your life. Instead of trying to eliminate every uncomfortable feeling, ACT helps you develop greater psychological flexibility, practice acceptance, and identify the values that matter most to you. In sessions, we may explore patterns of thinking, difficult emotions, and behaviors that are keeping you stuck. We then work together to identify what truly matters to you and take practical, meaningful steps toward living in alignment with your values. Sessions are collaborative and supportive, with an emphasis on self-awareness, compassion, and making changes at a pace that feels manageable.
I have a deep passion for helping individuals navigate life's toughest challenges and I bring a unique combination of personal experience, professional expertise and a holistic approach to the counseling process, As a survivor of childhood trauma and domestic violence, and as the daughter of a combat Army veteran who struggled with PTSD, I intimately understand the impact that trauma, grief, and mental health struggles can have on every part of your life, Working collaboratively with clients to empower them to reclaim their lives. Helping individuals or couples heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. My approach is trauma-informed, all while creating a warm, safe, and compassionate space for clients to explore and heal at their own pace. With the belief that lasting change happens when we address the root causes of suffering, not just the symptoms. I believe in addressing trauma from all angles — body, mind, and spirit. We cannot truly heal one part of ourselves while neglecting the rest. Whether you are facing challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, parental alienation, or grief, I am here to support you with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to your healing journey.