My wife and I just started Dr. Rice for couples therapy. So far so good. It is relaxed atmosphere…read morewith his dog in the office. Like I said we just started but I like it so far. He started by trying to get us to communicate better and listen to each other. We will give it a shot. He has a plan we will go through.

From the owner: Dr. Ron Rice brings an impressive array of credentials to his practice. He excelled at top-notch…read moreuniversities earning honors in graduate school. For over 25 years, Dr. Rice has dedicated his career to expanding his expertise. He has worked with individuals and families in a wide variety of circumstances, from counseling and evaluation to family therapy and consultation with mental health community programs. Dr. Rice is in demand to share his expertise with teachers, students, and the general public as a lecturer, PBS radio and cable TV guest. He is also a former faculty member for the Merrill-Palmer Institute. In 2016, Dr. Rice was named as a Clinical Fellow by the Anxiety & Depression Association of America for his recognized expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression disorders. He has counseled over 500 couples in his career for relationship/marital issues and is a member of the Michigan Inter-Professional Association on Marriage, Divorce, and the Family, Inc. He is also a member of the Michigan Association of Professional Psychologists and the Association of Humanistic Psychology.

Finding a good match in a therapist can be very difficult. Over the years, I have been to quite a…read morefew therapists but never felt I really connected with them -- or they with me. There have been some I liked as people, but in terms of a therapist, so many have just missed the mark. They either had their own agendas or they really just didn't listen to what I was saying. (Or, in my younger days, the fact that I wouldn't say anything.) This is not the case with Ginger Houghton at Bright Spot Counseling. I have been working with Ginger for a couple of years now. Her approach is very gentle and accepting. I've never felt judged or shamed, and she is generous with her sprinkling of kind words and praise. One of the best things Ginger did for me was recognize -- and label -- my anxiety. While I knew I was anxious, I'd never had a professional put a name to it and then offer a real, solid method to deal with it. She suggested medication but without judgment; she did not say "You should be medicated". Rather, she approached it gently, saying, "I don't know how you feel about this, and some people are definitely against it, but meds are one way to go." This is Ginger's approach -- it's gentle, and made through suggestion rather than through directives. She never says "Do this!", but rather, "What do you think about this?" Or, "What would happen if you tried that?" She never judges -- just suggests -- and she gives me the space to reject her ideas without feeling that she's rejecting me. Working with Ginger is truly a two way street; she listens, she asks questions, and she lets me ask questions. She doesn't have that stand-offish aura that some therapists have; rather, going to see her is like going to visit a friend, except that all the attention is on me. But, unlike other people I've been to, Ginger is willing to reveal a thing or two about herself, which makes it easy to relate to and trust her. Bright Spot Counseling offers many different methods of therapy. So far, I have just done the regular talk therapy, but once the weather gets nicer, I am planning to venture into (out to?) the walk and talk therapy. Just the fact that they recognize that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all proposition demonstrates how in tune they really are with their clients. Bright Spot Counseling truly is a bright spot in my life.

I just made my first appointment! Being that it is a Sunday and someone has already emailed me to…read moreget the process rolling with my insurance is great! Looking forward to meeting my perfect fit for a therapist :)! Sincerely, Veronnica

Dr P is a very caring and effective counselor for younger adults with chronic illnesses. Very…read moreaccommodating with scheduling as well. The only drawback to her practice is she does not accept insurance plans. She will, however, help complete the required forms.

From the owner: Psychological consultation and management to address the developmental, behavioral, emotional, and…read moreneurocognitive aspects of physical diseases and health problems, from infancy through early young adulthood.

Dr. Forsberg passed me in April of 2019 and failed me in February of 2020. I waited 8 hours in her…read moreoffice the second time for my interview so she could talk to me for 10 minutes. I should add that she remembered that she passed me, we looked at pictures of my kids and it was all smiles. Then three weeks later I found out that she failed me (I was the same person when she passed me) I wasn't even mad because the situation was so ridiculously stupid. If she fails you, move on, you will pass a pych with a different department. Her opinion doesn't matter. If you pass good luck, I hope you end up staying with that department because if she gets you again she might fail you. I have no idea why departments use her, I can only offer my advice.

Sent requests for an appointment. No response. Don't understand why they advertise. I think maybe…read morethey aren't in business.

My session with Tracy profoundly changed my life. I was able to finally let go of the guy giving…read moreme the run around and open myself to the other and give him a chance. Had I known back then where I would be now and how happy I never would have had a doubt! It took my work with Tracy to make me realize my own self worth and ultimately find true happiness with a man worthy of ME! It's truly an amazing transformation and I just can't believe I ever was in such a place of confusion and doubt.

When I started working with Melanie about 3 years ago I was very confused and frustrated with many…read moreof my relationships with family, coworkers, friends, and especially boyfriends. I wanted to understand why I kept being attracted to people that made me feel bad about myself and unappreciative of what I tried to do for them. My time with Melanie allowed me to understand why I react to situations the way I do and I am now able to cope with situations in a much more healthy manner and have reached the goals I made for myself when starting therapy 3 years ago. Melanie is very skilled at understanding and starting work with her clients based on their emotinal needs and working at the client's pace. I am a true example of this....it took me a long time to get to where I needed to be but Melanie did not get frustrated or pushy. She supported me as I worked through issues at my own pace. Although the thought of going to therapy can be scary, it is honestly the best thing I have ever done for myself and I am so thankful for all of the guidance and support Melanie has given me. She truly is a talented, kind, and compassinate person who wants to help her clients reach their emotional goals. I have already recommended 3 people to Melanie and will continue to send people her way for years to come.

From the owner: Do you feel unhappy, lonely, and disconnected from your friends and family? Are you suffering from…read moredepression, anxiety or feel ignored in your relationship? It's time for you to live a more joyful life and I can you help you do that. I accept many insurances and my office is located in a quiet and confidential setting.