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Tanya Mizell

Counselor/Therapist

Tanya Mizell is a counselor in Ecorse, MICHIGAN. Tanya evaluates patients using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Counselors provide consultation for each patient and their families.
1 year Experience
Tanya Mizell
  • Ecorse, MICHIGAN
  • Walden University
  • Accepting new patients

What is the best treatment for OCD?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated with psychotherapy and medications. For some, psychotherapy is enough. For others, medications are enough. It is dependent on READ MORE
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated with psychotherapy and medications. For some, psychotherapy is enough. For others, medications are enough. It is dependent on the individual. However, I genuinely believe that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is most helpful, as it involves helping individuals recognize behaviors that require adjusting while teaching or exposing them to coping skills that are useful for transforming the symptoms.
I hope this helps. If not, please feel free to reach out for more information. Take care.

Does CBT work for depressive disorder?

Yes. CBT methods are very beneficial for treating depressive disorders.

Can you treat ADHD?

Yes. I work with individuals who are diagnosed with ADHD.

How long is therapy for ADHD?

Therapy looks different for each person. For some, short-term treatment works best. For others, a lengthier term is necessary. Most often, comorbid disorders play a role in the READ MORE
Therapy looks different for each person. For some, short-term treatment works best. For others, a lengthier term is necessary. Most often, comorbid disorders play a role in the symptoms that a person experiences. Therefore, a clearly defined answer for how long someone who has ADHD can be given. I hope this helps. If not, please feel free to reach out for more information. Take care.

What is the quickest treatment for depression?

Psychotherapy is a great place to start when it comes to depression. An assessment can determine the diagnosis, which will help identify effective methods for guiding the treatment READ MORE
Psychotherapy is a great place to start when it comes to depression. An assessment can determine the diagnosis, which will help identify effective methods for guiding the treatment process. Please reach out if you have further questions or would like more information. Take care.

How long is therapy for ADD?

Therapy looks different for everyone. For some, short-term treatment is best. However, for others, therapy can be ongoing. There are a lot of factors to consider, which will determine READ MORE
Therapy looks different for everyone. For some, short-term treatment is best. However, for others, therapy can be ongoing. There are a lot of factors to consider, which will determine the need for psychotherapy. Please feel free to reach out to me directly with further questions. Take care.

Mental health question?

I agree that being observed for a short period of time is important. Many issues can be realized that you may not be able to see for yourself, especially if you are thinking about READ MORE
I agree that being observed for a short period of time is important. Many issues can be realized that you may not be able to see for yourself, especially if you are thinking about suicide. However, I understand not wanting to be committed at all.
It sounds like you have a bit of obsessive compulsiveness. You could also be trying to escape something. You say that you cut, but not too deep. Obsessing about things that others say and do is a trigger for you. The question you have is 'why' does this happen?
If you would like, please contact me so we can talk. I can be reached at 734-237-7199 or by email at unwaveringssi@gmail.com.

How long does it take for CBT to work for anxiety issues?

CBT is great for anxiety and can help mitigate the issues associated with it. However, please keep this in mind. Overcoming symptoms of anxiety takes time and commitment. As long READ MORE
CBT is great for anxiety and can help mitigate the issues associated with it. However, please keep this in mind. Overcoming symptoms of anxiety takes time and commitment. As long as you invest the time and practice the coping skills you are exposed to in therapy, you will be able to gain control over anxiety with the CBT methods used.

Can psychotherapy fix anxiety?

Psychotherapy is beneficial for many different disorders. Anxiety happens to be one of them. In therapy, you learn techniques to counter the effects of anxiety while learning the READ MORE
Psychotherapy is beneficial for many different disorders. Anxiety happens to be one of them. In therapy, you learn techniques to counter the effects of anxiety while learning the root causes and triggers that make these symptoms unbearable. If you are interested, please reach out. I would be very happy to work with you, as you take back control over your life.

Is psychotherapy effective for the elderly?

Absolutely! Therapy is for everyone. Many seniors thrive with the help of therapy, especially after sustaining a loss from doing the things they loved the most or the loss of loved READ MORE
Absolutely! Therapy is for everyone. Many seniors thrive with the help of therapy, especially after sustaining a loss from doing the things they loved the most or the loss of loved one.

Can family therapy help with anxiety?

Family therapy can be beneficial but I suggest beginning therapy alone first. Therapy can help you identify the source of your anxiety and develop ways to challenge those symptoms. READ MORE
Family therapy can be beneficial but I suggest beginning therapy alone first. Therapy can help you identify the source of your anxiety and develop ways to challenge those symptoms. When you are stronger and equipped with methods to combat these symptoms, then you can move forward with family therapy.

What are the goals of therapy for schizophrenia?

Goals established in therapy are personal. They should never be ‘one size fits all’ because everyone is different.

Can counseling help with anger issues?

Therapy is very helpful for anger disorders and aggression.

Can schizophrenia be treated with talk therapy?

Professionally, I find it helpful for the client to use a combination of both medication and counseling for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorders. Medication can be helpful READ MORE
Professionally, I find it helpful for the client to use a combination of both medication and counseling for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorders. Medication can be helpful to minimize the voices.

Schizoaffective disorder?

Transparency can be difficult in therapy at first. However, sharing this information is crucial for helping to fully address your overall health and well-being. The information READ MORE
Transparency can be difficult in therapy at first. However, sharing this information is crucial for helping to fully address your overall health and well-being. The information about your medications should be shared but also share that you would prefer to not take any medication if it’s possible. In my professional experience, the most effective way to address schizoaffective disorders is with a combination of therapy and antipsychotics. Please consider but remain vocal about any side effects or desires to minimize the use of medication. I hope this helps.

What is the therapy for negative thoughts?

CBT can be very effective for negative thoughts. Challenging those thoughts with positive ones are beneficial. Change your perspective.

Can counseling help a relationship?

Yes. Counseling can help with relationships. However, please keep in mind that it is only effective when both parties are willing to participate.

Should I go to therapy for depression?

Counseling is very effective for depression.

Is counseling effective for depression?

Counseling is very effective for depression

How do I change my automatic negative thoughts?

Positive self-talk can help. Practice challenging your negative thoughts with positive ones. Changing your perspective can be illuminating. Try journaling also. If you can map READ MORE
Positive self-talk can help. Practice challenging your negative thoughts with positive ones. Changing your perspective can be illuminating. Try journaling also. If you can map out your thoughts then reflect on them, you may be able to see a pattern to identify the source and a solution for the habit.