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Andrew Beer, MA, LLC
There is a path toward greater mental and emotional freedom and well-being in this life. Unpleasant emotions and thoughts can so easily fuel the repetitive loops of critical self-views, anxiety, and depression. Yet the human mind has the incredible capacity to be malleable, adapt, and change for the better.
I utilize elements of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions and take a special interest in integrating the full scope of human experience (actions, relationships, thoughts, emotions, etc.). I work with clients to cultivate what is supportive and skillful in their lives and to remove the fuel from the vehicle of their suffering.
There is no wrong reason to seek counseling. Connection, understanding, and support are the antidote to isolation and distress. I value empowerment and supporting clients to work toward their goals and values. Please reach out, I would love to hear from you!
Office Location: Andrew holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as telehealth appointments.
Email andrew@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Andrew.
Raneem Abubars, MA, LLC
Therapy can be intimidating as it can open unresolved emotional wounds and traumas. My goal is to cultivate a safe and non-judgmental space where acceptance, healing, and growth can take place. By collaboratively working through and embracing the complexities and nuances of your thoughts, feelings, and emotions, as well as identifying where they stem from and what they are trying to tell you, we can work towards helping you develop increased self-awareness and self-acceptance.
I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, stress, mood disorders, life transitions, social anxiety, emotional issues, relationship issues, and grief. I utilize an integrative approach tailored to suit your individual needs with the help of various evidence-based approaches.
I look forward to helping you navigate life’s challenges by walking alongside you on your journey towards healing and growth.
Office Location: Raneem holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as Telehealth appointments.
Call 248-592-7416 or email at raneem@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Raneem.
Cierra Valles (They/Them/We) MA, LLC, MMEd, C-IAYT
As a therapist, my mission is to provide a brave and welcoming space for clients to embark on a journey towards self-awareness, recovery, healing, authenticity, and empowerment. Without judgment, I aim to help clients of all ages navigate the internal and external obstacles they face in achieving the authentic happiness, balance, and satisfying relationships they want in their lives. To do this work in a good way, anti-oppression and liberatory practices are foundational to our therapeutic relationship. I strive to provide a non-stigmatizing, trauma-informed therapeutic experience. I do not see clients as broken, or something to be “fixed”. Instead, our purpose together is to co-construct meaning of your experiences and highlight opportunities for symptom relief, expansion, and healing. If you are looking for a collaborative and integrative approach to mental health that incorporates your embodied experience, creativity, resilience, and awareness of your larger societal context, you’ve found it. I look forward to learning and growing with you!
Areas of Specialty
I specialize in working with youth and youth caregivers, particularly those with underrepresented and intersectional identities. I love to support folx who are navigating their sense of self and looking to discover and embrace their authenticity. As a certified Yoga Therapist, I integrate somatic exploration into our work, helping clients (re)connect with their bodies. My approach is deeply rooted in anti-oppression and liberatory practices, ensuring that each client’s unique experiences are honored and respected.
Qualifications
I hold a Limited License in Counseling (LLC) and am currently enrolled in the Counseling Education and Supervision PhD program at Oakland University. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Spring Arbor University as well as a Master of Arts degree in Education from Arizona State University. I hold a certification as a Yoga Therapist from the International Association of Yoga Therapy.
Office Location: Cierra holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as telehealth appointments.
Email cierra@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Cierra.
Alisha Peterson, MA, LLC
Alisha is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Rehabilitation Therapist committed to providing inclusive and specialized mental health care to individuals from marginalized communities who are navigating complex challenges such as PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. With a deep understanding of the unique experiences and barriers faced by marginalized populations, I offer culturally sensitive and affirming therapy services aimed at promoting healing, resilience, and empowerment.
Specializing in evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy, Alisha Peterson offers comprehensive and tailored treatment approaches to address the diverse needs of clients. Alisha specializes in providing support for individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, offering practical skills and interventions to manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. Through a combination of CBT, MBT, and DBT techniques, clients learn to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, cultivate mindfulness and self-compassion, and develop effective coping strategies to navigate life's challenges with greater ease.
Addressing women's issues, including but not limited to reproductive health, gender-based violence, and workplace discrimination, Alisha offers a safe and empowering space for women to explore their experiences, advocate for their needs, and foster resilience in the face of systemic oppression. Alisha actively seeks to dismantle barriers to mental health care access and advocates for the well-being and empowerment of marginalized communities. Through ongoing professional development, advocacy work, and community engagement, Alisha strives to create a more inclusive and affirming mental health care landscape where all individuals can thrive and flourish.
Office Location: Alisha holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as telehealth appointments.
Email alishap@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Alisha.
Alexandra Maxwell, MA, LLC
Alexandra grew up on a farm in Metamora, Michigan. The youngest of four sisters, she had a knack for observing human behavior from a young age. While it took a few fits and starts, Alex received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Northern Michigan University in 2013 and began working in the environmental nonprofit world. After recognizing she wanted to work more closely with individuals, Alex switched gears and went after her masters in clinical mental health counseling, earning that degree in May of 2024. When she is not counseling, Alex enjoys spending time with friends, playing music, writing, practicing yoga and being in nature. Her counseling interests include: grief, loss, ambiguous loss, women’s issues, adjustment concerns, PTSD & CPTSD, interpersonal/relational concerns, identity concerns, LGBTQIA+, decolonization approaches, intersectionality, feminist psychology, mindfulness and stress management, somatic therapy, neurodivergence, anxiety and depression
Office Location: Alexandra holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office.
Email alexandra@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Alexandra.
Brian Chapman, MA, LLC
Counseling Philosophy and Orientation
My counseling approach starts with building a strong, trusting relationship that clients find to be straightforward, enlightening, productive and, at times, fun. It also includes a mixture of Rational Emotional Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centered Counseling, Gestalt Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. Instead of a one-sized-fits-all approach to counseling, I tailor my approach to put each individual client in position to meet their mental health and personal goals.
If you and your romantic partner are struggling with communication, managing conflict, friendship, infidelity or other issues in your relationship, I would love to help you using Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Gottman Method Couples Therapy is backed by over forty years of research and features dozens of interventions to help you and your romantic partner improve the quality of your relationship.
Areas of Specialty
I specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, depression, couples/relationship issues, anger management, porn addiction, gambling, excoriation disorder (skin picking), and substance use addiction.
Qualifications
- I am a Limited License Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Oakland University.
- I have completed Level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
- I have completed Trauma and Affairs training for couples in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Office Location: Brian holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as telehealth appointments.
Email brianc@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Brian.
Bria Bryant, MA, LLC, SCL
Life affects us all in a variety of ways, but it’s how we respond to those experiences that determine the type of person we are. Some of those experiences can be painful and traumatic. Truthfully, healing is painful as well, but what is most detrimental is holding on to that pain and trauma. Taking a step in your healing process takes courage. Being here on this page, shows that you’re taking that step towards internal peace and healing. Your experiences contribute to the layers of who you are, however, those layers don't have to become walls and they don't have to linger on in your everyday existence.
As a wife and mother, I developed a deep and distinctive strategies of displaying empathy. I'm passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds and age groups.
In 2017, I earned a BA in Psychology with a minor in African American Studies. From there, I began working with Clients who’ve experienced trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and various forms of abuse and neglect (sexual, physical, mental etc.). This motivated me to become a greater qualified ally to the mental health community. In 2022, I earned a MA of Counseling Education with a dual concentration in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. In alignment with providing a therapeutic environment, I use CBT, Person-centered, and Solution-focused approaches with my clients.
I look forward to collaborating with you to restore your peace and to learn the tools to heal in your own way, on your own time. You are the expert on your life and only you can commence your new journey.
Office Location: Bria holds in-person appointments out of our Southfield office as well as telehealth appointments.
Email bria@treeoflifecounselingservices.com to schedule an appointment directly with Bria.