Police · Fire · EMS · Dispatch · Families · Metro Detroit
You run toward what everyone else runs from. Who has your back?
The calls don't stay at work. They follow you home, into your sleep, your marriage and your patience. Confidential counseling for first responders and the people who love them, with someone who understands the job and keeps what you share private.
- Confidential
- In person in Southfield
- Telehealth anywhere in Michigan
- Evening appointments
The job adds up, even when you're tough
Most responders don't break from one call. It's the stacking: the shifts, the scenes, the things you can't unsee, and very little time to process any of it. If this sounds familiar, you're not weak. You're human.
- Trouble sleeping, or replaying calls when you lie down
- Short fuse, irritability, or feeling numb at home
- Always on alert, even off shift
- Drinking more, or needing something to come down
- Pulling away from your partner, kids or friends
- Dreading certain call types, places or sounds
- Feeling cynical, burned out, or like nobody gets it
- Guilt about a call that went wrong
Counseling that respects the job
You don't need to explain the culture or translate the radio talk. You need straight talk, practical tools, and a place where what you say stays put.
Confidential by default
This practice isn't connected to any department or agency. Nothing is shared with your employer without your written consent, except where the law requires it.
Built for shift work
Evening appointments, telehealth from home, and scheduling that works around rotating shifts and overtime.
Trauma-informed and practical
Evidence-based approaches for traumatic stress, sleep, anger and anxiety, with skills you can use on the next shift.
Families welcome
Spouses, partners and kids carry the job too. Couples and family sessions help everyone get on the same team.
Who we work with
- Police officers, deputies and troopers
- Firefighters and fire officers
- EMTs and paramedics
- 911 dispatchers and telecommunicators
- Corrections officers
- Spouses, partners and families of responders
- Retired responders still carrying the calls
Faith is welcome here, never required.
How to get started
Reaching out is often the hardest part. We've made it simple.
Request your free consultation
Fill out the short form below. Share only what you're comfortable with.
Talk it through
We'll reach out to set up a brief, confidential call to answer your questions and see if it's a good fit.
Start on your schedule
50 to 55 minute sessions, in person in Southfield or by secure video, with evening times for shift workers.
Insurance & fees. Most clients use insurance. Plans accepted include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Complete, Aetna, Carelon, and Medicaid. Private pay is $150 per session, and a sliding scale may be available if cost is a barrier. We'll confirm your coverage during your free consultation.
Questions people often ask
Will my department find out?
Not from us. This practice is independent and not connected to any department, union or agency. Nothing is shared with your employer without your written consent, except in the rare situations where the law requires it, which are explained at your first session.
Do I have to use my department's EAP?
No. You can use your own health insurance or private pay. Some responders prefer seeing someone completely outside the system.
Is this only for people with PTSD?
No. Many responders come in for sleep, stress, anger, drinking, burnout or relationship strain before anything becomes a crisis.
Can my spouse or partner come?
Yes. Partners and family members can come on their own or together with you. The job affects the whole household.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. Sessions are available in person in Southfield or by secure video anywhere in Michigan. Evening appointments are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
How do I pay for therapy?
Most clients use insurance. Plans accepted include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Complete, Aetna, Carelon, and Medicaid. Private pay is $150 per session, and a sliding scale may be available if cost is a barrier. We'll confirm your coverage during your free consultation.
Who will I be working with?
A Michigan-licensed, master's-level social worker (LLMSW) who practices under the clinical supervision of a fully licensed clinical social worker. Your therapist's full name and credentials are shared with you during your free consultation, before you commit to anything.
Request your free consultation
Fill out this short form and we'll reach out to schedule a time to talk. There's no cost and no obligation.
- In person in Southfield or online anywhere in Michigan
- Weekday hours, with evening appointments Tuesday & Thursday
- Your information is kept private and used only to contact you