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Licensed Professional Counseling Services in Southfield, MI
Hope and Restoration Counseling is a professional counseling practice dedicated to helping individuals navigate life transitions and emotional challenges. With over a decade of experience in diverse clinical settings, our team specializes in grief counseling, mental health support, and personal development. Our approach combines strength-based methodologies with integrative therapeutic techniques to address issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and career exploration. We prioritize creating a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts and develop practical coping strategies. Our services extend beyond individual therapy to include community education through public speaking engagements, grief support groups, and professional consultations.As an academic contributor at Oakland University, our lead counselor integrates scholarly expertise with hands-on clinical practice. We maintain rigorous professional standards through certifications including National Certified Counselor and Approved Clinical Supervisor designations. Our practice emphasizes cultural competence and has presented extensively on multicultural counseling and grief within diverse communities. We offer structured weekly sessions and tailored support programs to meet individual client needs. Clients receive comprehensive intake assessments and collaborative goal-setting during initial consultations to ensure personalized care plans.
Services
Individual Therapy
Grief Support Group
Public Speaking
Consultation Services
Counseling Training
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of clinical experience in diverse settings
- Our strength-based approach focuses on client empowerment
- We combine academic expertise with practical counseling experience
- We offer specialized grief counseling and multicultural competence
- Our services include both individual therapy and community education
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan)
- National Certified Counselor
- Approved Clinical Supervisor
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy addressing grief, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our strength-based approach helps clients develop coping strategies for emotional challenges and relationship issues. Weekly 50-minute sessions focus on client-specific goals through collaborative treatment planning.
Grief Support Group
Free in-person support meetings for adults coping with loss. Structured sessions explore healthy grieving practices, emotional processing, and community support. Held weekly at Life Church Southfield with evidence-based curriculum addressing six core mourning needs.
Public Speaking
Professional presentations on grief counseling, mental health awareness, and multicultural competence. Delivered at conferences, churches, and organizations with practical insights for diverse audiences. Includes recorded interviews and live panel discussions on emotional well-being.
Consultation Services
Expert counseling guidance for organizations and individuals seeking grief training or program development. Services include customized workshops, staff training, and speaking engagement support with culturally competent frameworks for various professional settings.
Counseling Training
Specialized programs for mental health professionals including multicultural supervision training and emotional intelligence development. Curriculum designed for peer mentors, counselors, and healthcare providers seeking enhanced clinical skills and cultural competence in therapeutic practice.
People
Dr. Jennifer Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor
Dr. Matthews is a National Certified Counselor with over 10 years of clinical experience. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Central Florida and serves as an Assistant Professor at Oakland University. Her expertise includes grief counseling, multicultural competence, and counselor supervision.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career exploration, and stress management. Our services also include public speaking engagements and professional consultations.
How does the counseling process work?
Initial sessions focus on intake assessments and goal-setting. Weekly 50-minute sessions use strength-based approaches to address client concerns with personalized treatment plans developed collaboratively.
Are there support groups available?
Yes, we offer a free in-person grief support group meeting weekly at Life Church Southfield for adults experiencing loss.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly for payment details. We accept major credit cards and offer flexible payment arrangements when needed.
What if I need emergency assistance?
For crises, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Our practice provides referrals to national hotlines for immediate support.
Do you offer professional training programs?
Yes, we provide specialized training on grief counseling, multicultural competence, and emotional intelligence for organizations and professional groups.
