Counseling in Sterling Heights, MI. Find the Right Therapist.

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City of Sterling Heights
Michigan Department of Community Health

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Sterling Heights is one of the largest cities within Michigan offering a variety of events and activities to meet the needs of all its residents. One family-friendly attraction is the Jerome Duncan Ford Theatre where artists from all genres of music perform throughout the year. This outdoor attraction is great for summer events and consists of mostly covered seating.¹ If you and your family are looking for something allowing more recreational activity, swing by Friendly Sterling Lanes for a game or two of entertaining bowling. Another attraction sure to get your adrenaline going is Family Go Karts Inc. Here you can engage in friendly races sure to be entertaining for all members of the family, especially children and teenagers. However, if a movie is more your style, the city offers a wide variety of theaters to meet your needs including AMC and Showcase Cinemas. There are numerous public schools within the city including Angus Elementary, Bemis Junior High, and Flynn Middle.

Mental Health in Sterling Heights

ADDapt Michigan offers support services for a variety of mental health issues. Their eating disorder intervention programs help individuals who struggle with weight issues overcome their anxieties to lead a more healthy life. Changing unhealthy thoughts is key to helping people appropriately deal with the emotional issues that cause them to display inappropriate food-related behaviors.² ADDapt Michigan also offers workshops for young people with ADD. Children of all ages from preschool to high school can participate in these fun groups. Participants learn methods to recognize their ADD symptoms, how to better manage their symptoms, and strategies for overcoming the difficulties of having ADD. Social events provide much-needed practice interacting with other children in a positive manner. Parents can also participate by learning behavior training techniques that help their child stay more focused and organized. Contact ADDapt at 586-254-5454 for more information.³

The Youth Programs at Macomb Family Services offer children a variety of opportunities to learn about themselves and grow as an individual. They learn how to manage their anger and communicate effectively with others. Life skills courses provide kids with valuable tools that enable them to refuse drugs, alcohol, and other peer pressures. Still other programs focus on making positive choices that enhance the ability of young people to live mentally healthy lives. For further details, call Macomb Family Services at 586-254-5660.⁴

Current Initiatives

In 2008, the Chaldean Community Foundation launched the Mental Health Initiative to support the mental health needs of Iraqi refugees that escaped the war in their country and subsequent religious and racial persecution. The initiative seeks to help these refugees adjust to life in the United States by providing mental health services that facilitate social adjustment. The initiative's programs are delivered in English, Chaldean, and Arabic. More information is available by calling 586-722-7253.⁵

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References

1. Michigan Economic Development Corporation. (2017). Jerome Duncan Ford Theatre. Retrieved from http://www.michigan.org/property/jerome-duncan-ford-theatre-at-freedom-hill/
2. ADDapt Michigan. (2017). Eating Disorders. Retrieved from http://www.addapt-mi.com/eating-disorders.html
3. ADDapt Michigan. (2017). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.addapt-mi.com/
4. Macomb Family Services. (2008). Programs Offered. Retrieved from http://www.mfsonline.org/cms.php?id=13
5. Chaldean Community Foundation. (2017). Mental Health Initiative. Retrieved from http://chaldeanchamber.com/chaldean-community-foundation

Sterling Heights is located in Macomb County, Michigan. It has a land area of 36.50 square miles and a water area of 0.29 square miles.  The population of Sterling Heights is 132,052 people with 49,444 households and a median annual income of $60,089. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Sterling Heights, MI

Generally Affordable

Therapists in Sterling Heights are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Sterling Heights public health department.