Oakland County, MI Therapy Groups
(Updated 03/08)

Adolescent Girls or Boys Support Group: Address challenges that teenagers face: Peer pressure, self esteem, alcohol and other drugs, changing bodies, relationships, and parents. Girls and boys meet separately.
Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapist: Rachel Anne-Raimi Leibovitz, M.A., Michigan Limited License Psychologist #6301013017
Call for available opening.

Adolescent Girls Circle: Teen Talking Circle provides a safe place to discuss developmental & life transition issues. Focus on thoughts, choices, decisions & behaviors.
Safe, Smart, Strong. 1225 East Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak
Contact Tracy Niyo at (248) 224-3754 or tniyoster@gmail.com
Therapists: Tracy Niyo, LMSW & Ane Davies, LMSW
Call for current schedule.

"Yes, You Can Deal With Cancer"  A research based comprehensive 8-week cancer educational/support program that includes stress management, nutrition support, self hypnosis, and group counseling.
Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapists: Renee Surdu, M.A., Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401010611and Elisabeth Camille Harris, M.A., Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor #6401005570
Call for available opening.

Cleptomaniacs & Shoplifters Anonymous (CASA): Self-help group founded in 1992 for persons with theft behaviors.
Mondays 7:00-8:00PM, Renaissance Unity Church, 11200 East 11 Mile Road, Room 313, Warren
Tuesdays 7:30-8:30PM, Brighton Hospital Cafeteria, 12851 E. Grand River, Brighton
Wednesdays 7-8:30PM, Northwest Unitarian Church, 23925 S.B. Northwestern Hwy. Service Dr., Southfield
Thursdays 6-7:00PM, St. Michael's Church, 1325 Champaign, Lincoln Park
Contact Terrence Shulman, JD, LMSW, ACSW, CAC-I, (248) 358-8508 or visit www.shopliftersanonymous.com

“Creative Communication and Compromise” Workgroup for Couples: Explore alternative approaches to communication, decision-making and conflict. Learn effective skills and experiment with applying them to specific situations. Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapist: Kate Mellet, M.A., Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor #6401001346
Call for available opening.

Gay Men's Long Term Group Psychotherapy: Childhood sex abuse, sexual addiction, coming out, relationship issues, break up recovery, depression, anxiety, mixed orientation marriage issues.
Private Practice, 25600 Woodward, Suite 218, Royal Oak
Contact (248) 399-7317 or joekort@joekort.com
Therapist: Joe Kort, M.A., M.S.W., LMSW (Clinical)
Meets Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30PM

Gay Men's Psychotherapy Group: Ongoing psychodynamic therapy group for gay men (18 & up). Several groups available.
Dr. Gregg A. Pizzi & Associates, PLLC, 108 East Fifth Street, Downtown Royal Oak
Contact Gregg A. Pizzi, Psy.D., 1-877-DRPIZZI or www.DrPizzi.com
Therapist: Gregg A. Pizzi, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist; Member, Gay & Lesbian Medical Association
Meets Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. Contact Dr. Pizzi directly for group schedule.

Straight Guise Teleclass/Group: Focus on heterosexual men engaging in sexual contact with men. Identify reason for sexual behavior. Six week group.
Joe Kort & Associates, Private Practice, 25600 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak
Contact (248) 399-7317 or joekort@joekort.com
Therapist: Joe Kort, M.A., M.S.W., LMSW (Clinical)
Meeting day & time TBA

Imago Relationship Class for Singles & Couples: Teaches straight and Gay/Lesbians how to have healthy relationships.
Private Practice, 25600 Woodward, Suite 218, Royal Oak
Contact Joe Kort, (248) 399-7317 or joekort@joekort.com
Therapist: Joe Kort, M.A., M.S.W., LMSW (Clinical)
Meets Tuesdays, 8-10:00PM

Men's Resilient Recovery Group:  Aimed at coaching & supporting long-term recovery from addiction through the development of emotional and relational resilience and quality of life enhancement. (Long term ongoing commitment.)
Private Practice, 5745 West Maple Road, Suite 218, West Bloomfield
Contact Talia Ziv, 248-855-0222 or taziv@aol.com. Website: www.drtaliaziv.com
Therapist: Talia Ziv, Ph.D., L.P.
Meets Saturdays, 9:00- 10:30AM.

Men's/Women's Recovery and Renewal Group:  Long term support for men & women in recovery through Relational Life Coaching and enhancement of emotional competence.
Private Practice, 4631 Forestview Drive, West Bloomfield
Contact Talia Ziv, (248) 855-0222 or taziv@aol.com
Therapist: Talia Ziv, Ph.D., L.P.
Men's group meets Saturdays, 9:00- 10:30AM; women's group is now forming.

Mother Daughter Circle: A supportive place for moms and their pre-teen/teen daughters to build & strengthen their communication & relationship.
Safe, Smart, Strong. 1225 East Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak
Contact Tracy Niyo at (248) 224-3754 or tniyoster@gmail.com
Therapists: Tracy Niyo, LMSW & Ane Davies, LMSW
Call for current schedule.

"Clean Up Your Act"  A researched based comprehensive 6-week detoxification program. This ultra cleanse of the mind-body will reset your vitality switch. Learn anti-aging, anti-inflammatory principles that will lead to optimal wellness and performance in everyday life. This program includes advanced nutrition therapy, supplementation, stress management and group counseling. Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapists: Renee Surdu, M.A., Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401010611and Elisabeth Camille Harris, M.A., Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor #6401005570
Call for available opening.

Give Yourself Some “TLC!” : Therapeutic Lifestyle Change Program is a comprehensive 12-Week Mind-Body Makeover. This is a research based program that supports a healthy, functional, and realistic way of managing stress, improving body composition and a mindful approach to optimal health achievement and maintenance! Female and male groups offered. 
Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapists: Renee Surdu, M.A., Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401010611and Elisabeth Camille Harris, M.A., Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor #6401005570
Call for available opening.

"Put Out the Fire"  Mind-body approaches to treating and healing inflammation disorders such as autoimmune, cancer, digestive, allergies, migraines, diabetes, cardiovascular, to mention a few. Learn how to reduce the precursors and stresses of inflammation that lead to illness and metabolic dysfunction with nutrition support, self hypnosis, and stress management.
Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapists: Renee Surdu, M.A., Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401010611and Elisabeth Camille Harris, M.A., Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor #6401005570
Call for available opening.

Post-Partum Depression & Adjustment Groups: Therapeutic, educational & supportive groups for women experiencing infertility, perinatal loss & depression/anxiety related to childbearing.
Safe, Smart, Strong. 1225 East Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak
Contact Tracy Niyo at (248) 224-3754 or tniyoster@gmail.com
Therapists: Tracy Niyo, LMSW & Ane Davies, LMSW
Call for current schedule.

Reclaiming Your Life From Workplace Bullying: A supportive psycho-educational group for adults who have been affected by workplace bullying. Unwarranted mistreatment and hostility at work can have a health harming effect and lead to major life losses for those who are targeted. It is a silent epidemic that affects at least 37% of employees in the U.S. Group provides support and information necessary to overcome the detrimental effects of workplace bullying and reclaim your life.
Bridgewood Clinic, 20793 Farmington Rd., Suite 21, Farmington, MI 48336
Contact Deborah Long, (248) 426-0079, ext. 3
Therapist: Deborah Long, LMSW, ACSW
Call for dates and times.

Sexual and Co-Sexual Addiction Beginning Care Group : A 14 week basic educational  and practical application group for individuals struggling with sexual compulsive or addictive behavior and for those impacted by the addiction. Simultaneous individual therapy required for outside referrals with follow up provided for referring therapist.
Kenneth Adams and Associates, P.C., 306 S. Washington, Suite 216, Royal Oak
Contact Ken Adams, Ph.D., (248) 398-0740 or visit www.sexualhealth-addiction.com
Meets Saturdays 10:30 to 12 noon twice a year in February and September; call for specifics.

Sexual Addiction Teleclass/Group: Focus on recovery tools and childhood issues contributing to sexual acting out. Six week group.
Joe Kort & Associates, Private Practice, 25600 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak
Contact Joe Kort, (248) 399-7317 or joekort@joekort.com
Therapist: Joe Kort, M.A., M.S.W., LMSW (Clinical)
Meeting day & time TBA

Sexual and Co-Sexual Addiction Beginnings Care Group : A 14 week basic educational  and practical application group for individuals struggling with sexual compulsive or addictive behavior and for those impacted by the addiction. Follow up provided for referring therapist.
Kenneth Adams and Associates, P.C., 26862 Woodward Avenue, Suite 102, Royal Oak
Contact Ken Adams, Ph.D., 248-398-0740 or visit www.sexualhealth-addiction.com
Meets Saturdays 10:30 to 12 noon twice a year in February and September; call for specifics

Learning How To Play: Appropriate for 4 to 6 year olds with acute stress, hyper-impulsive parents or sibling relational problems, attentive and socially impaired. Number of group members limited.
Neuro/Psychological Solutions, PLLC, 2440 Shawood, Novi
Contact Lynn Vaughn, Ph.D. at 248-960-1265/248-921-7922 or visit spirit-centeredrelationships.com
Therapist: Lynn Vaughn, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist #6301006411
Meets Saturdays, 10:00AM-12:00PM weekly

Skill-Building Group for Parents and their 6 -10 Year Old Children : Pre-adolescent children, or teens; Come as a family. We will work with parents in a supportive environment to enhance your parenting skills and help you address your individual challenges. Your children will work separately to learn relationship skills, social skills, and life skills.
Coaching and Counseling Services for Women and Children, 725 South Adams Road, Suite L170, Birmingham
Contact Sherry Mullins, M.A., L.P.C., help@coachingandcounselingservices.com or 248-430-4224.
Therapists: Kate Mellet, M.A., Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401001346 and Rachel Anne-Raimi Leibovitz, M.A., Michigan Limited License Psychologist #6301013017
Call for available opening.

Substance Abuse Recovery/Relapse Prevention Group : The group is ongoing and an excellent resource for information obtainment, insight development and behavioral change to live a sober lifestyle. A positive learning approach with an emphasis on personal growth and incorporation of self-humor! Targeted for 18 years + . Self-referrals, court referrals or referred by colleagues. Adolescent group is now forming. Call to refer teens.
Private Practice, 1460 Walton Blvd., Suite 202, Rochester Hills
Contact Vicky Davis, Ph.D., 248-601-9990 ext. 1
Therapist: Vicky J. Davis, Ph.D.
Meets Saturdays 9:30 to 11:00am.

Discovery Group: 4-session ongoing series to raise participants’ consciousness about substance abuse and other problematic behaviors, and increase their readiness to change. Ideal for individual who has received a first DUI, MIP, or other legal charge. Leads into continued individual treatment and/or advanced recovery groups.
Jewish Family Service branch office, 25900 Greenfield Road, #405, Oak Park
Contact: Julie Hudson at 248-592-2662. (main) 248.592.2300.   www.jfsdetroit.org
Therapist: Maureen Bernard, LMSW, CAC-R,
Meets Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Out of the Blue: Women emerging from depression.
Neuro/Psychological Solutions, PLLC, 2440 Shawood, Novi
Contact Lynn Vaughn, Ph.D. at 248-960-1265/248-921-7922 or visit spirit-centeredrelationships.com
Therapist: Lynn Vaughn, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist #6301006411
Meets Thursdays, 7-8:30PM weekly

Empowering Everyday Women: Ages 18 and up.Addresses assertiveness, increase self-esteem, and create healthy coping skills. Meets in the countryside of New Hudson.
Private practice, 55535 Lee Rd. New Hudson, MI.48165
Contact Jennifer Shelden-Jubik at 248-491-7524 or www.stridestoempowerment.org for times/days.
Therapist: Jennifer Shelden-Jubik M.A., L.L.P.C., C.A.A.C.

Women's Substance Abuse Aftercare: Addresses aftercare support for women who have recently completed inpatient substance abuse care. Learn relapse prevention skills, build sober support systems, and learn how to set healthy boundaries..and more. Meets  in the countryside of New Hudson. 
Private practice, 55535 Lee Rd. New Hudson, MI.48165
Contact Jennifer Shelden-Jubik at 248-491-7524 or www.stridestoempowerment.org for times/days.
Therapist: Jennifer Shelden-Jubik M.A., L.L.P.C., C.A.A.C.

Relational Resilience Coaching- Women's Group: Aimed at coaching and supporting women in developing emotional & relational resilence through awareness of co-dependent relationships and enhancing positive relationship with self & other. (Long term ongoing commitment.)
Private Practice, 5745 West Maple Road, Suite 218, West Bloomfield
Contact Talia Ziv, 248-855-0222 or taziv@aol.com. Website: www.drtaliaziv.com
Therapist: Talia Ziv, Ph.D., L.P.
Meets bi-monthly on Thursdays, 5:30-7:00PM

Women's Resilient Recovery Group:  Aimed at coaching & supporting long-term recovery from addiction through the development of emotional and relational resilience and quality of life enhancement. (Long-term ongoing commitment.)
Private Practice, 5745 West Maple Road, Suite 218, West Bloomfield
Contact Talia Ziv, (248) 855-0222 or taziv@aol.com Website: www.drtaliaziv.com
Therapist: Talia Ziv, Ph.D., L.P.
Meets Thursdays, 12:30- 2:00PM.

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