Summer Ellerbee

LMSW

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship Issues

Trauma

Life Transitions

Identification & Self-Exploration

Emotional Dysregulation

Grief & Loss

Attachment Issues

Anxiety Depression Relationship Issues Trauma Life Transitions Identification & Self-Exploration Emotional Dysregulation Grief & Loss Attachment Issues

My Approach


Sometimes we find ourselves struggling with familiar emotions, relationship difficulties, or patterns in our lives without fully understanding why they continue to occur. Therapy offers an opportunity to become more curious about these experiences and begin understanding the deeper connections between our past and present.

My approach is grounded in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, which emphasizes understanding the emotional experiences, relationships, and underlying psychological processes that shape our lives. I believe that developing a deeper understanding of ourselves can open possibilities for meaningful and lasting change.

With nearly a decade of clinical experience, I have had the opportunity to deepen my understanding of psychotherapy through years of working with patients, ongoing supervision, and professional development. Much of my experience has been in psychoanalytically oriented clinical settings, where I developed a strong appreciation for the complexity of emotional difficulties and the importance of approaching each person's experience with curiosity, patience, and care.

I bring a thoughtful, attentive, and collaborative approach to my work. I recognize that speaking openly about personal experiences can take time, and I value creating a therapeutic relationship in which you can gradually feel more comfortable exploring difficult emotions and aspects of yourself that may not yet be fully understood.

I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and relational difficulties. My hope is that our work together provides an opportunity for deeper self-understanding and meaningful psychological growth.

My
Modalities/Specialties

  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

  • Anxiety,

  • Depression

  • ADHD

  • Bipolar disorder

  • OCD

  • Trauma/PTSD

  • Addictions & Behavioral Issues

  • Personality Disorders

    • Borderline Personality Disorder

    • Narcissistic Personality Disorder

EXPERTISE FOR YOUR HEALTH NEEDS

Education, Certifications and Programs

Education

  •  Master of Social Work — Wayne State University, 2017

Certifications/Programs

  • Licensed Master Social Worker(LMSW) - Michigan

Beginning therapy may involve many unknowns, and finding the right fit with a therapist can be a process.

As we work together, we will explore your challenges with curiosity and care, honoring the ways you’ve learned to navigate the world. I am available for consultation calls to answer any questions you may have about the therapeutic process.