Charis Counseling Services Of Northeast Michigan

Charis Counseling Services of Northeast Michigan, PLLC, is a private professional counseling practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families find hope, experience peace, and rediscover joy. Founded by Rachel Achatz, MA LPC NCC, the practice is rooted in the Greek word "charis, " which means grace - undeserved support and acts of kindness. This concept underscores the belief that everyone deserves compassionate and competent mental health treatment, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Charis Counseling Services offers a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Rachel, who has a deep understanding of the human experience, believes in a client-centered approach, empowering individuals to take an active role in their healing journey. She prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear or shame.

A Holistic Approach to Wellness

Our services extend beyond traditional individual and couples therapy. Recognizing the interconnectedness of various aspects of life, we offer a comprehensive array of counseling and consultation services. These include:

• Couples and Marriage Counseling: We provide a supportive environment for couples to navigate relationship challenges, improve communication, enhance intimacy, and build a stronger foundation for their marriage.
• Coparenting Education and Counseling: We offer guidance and support to parents who are co-parenting, helping them establish healthy coparenting relationships for the benefit of their children.
• Family Therapy: Our family therapy sessions aim to strengthen family relationships, address family dynamics, and foster healthy communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Individual Therapy with Adults and Teens (15+): We provide individual therapy to address a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions.
• Parenting Education and Parent Management Training: We equip parents with practical tools and strategies to effectively manage their children's behavior, promote positive parent-child relationships, and foster healthy development.
• Pre-Marital Therapy: We guide couples preparing for marriage, helping them establish a strong foundation for a healthy and fulfilling union.

A Commitment to Inclusivity

At Charis Counseling Services, we believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their age, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, national origin, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or socioeconomic status. We strive to build trusting relationships with our clients based on mutual respect, empathy, and understanding.

Finding Strength and Support**

Rachel understands the courage it takes to seek help. She believes in walking alongside her clients, providing support and encouragement as they navigate life's challenges. With her unwavering compassion and expertise, she empowers individuals, couples, and families to find strength, build resilience, and create fulfilling lives.