Bad Axe, MI Local Support & Community Resources

Dr. Heather Mcdermott is a dedicated psychologist with a passion for facilitating happier and more productive lives through the therapy process. She specializes in helping individuals navigate significant life transitions, such as divorce, illness, bereavement, and career changes. Dr. Mcdermott also addresses a range of psychological concerns, including depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and various other mental health challenges. She collaborates with physicians and other practitioners to design comprehensive treatment plans tailored to her clients’ needs. As an anger management specialist certified by the National Association for Anger Management Specialists and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), she brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. Additionally, she is a certified EMDR therapist. Dr. Mcdermott's work with couples encompasses various issues, including premarital preparation, separation, divorce, reconciliation, co-parenting, and adoptions. As a valued member of The Gottman Referral Network, she aims to strengthen relationships and foster healthy communication. In her practice with children, she focuses on anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as behavioral and learning differences, including ADHD. She also offers support for transitional issues like divorce and bereavement. With a background in education, Dr. Mcdermott is certified by the Yale Parenting Center and Child Conduct Clinic in Kazdin Parent Management Training (KMPT), showcasing her commitment to empowering families.

Lisa Schoettle is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, NCC) dedicated to providing exceptional counseling services for individuals, families, and couples. She specializes in a variety of issues including grief counseling, depression, anxiety, stress management, and adjustment disorders, offering support to preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. With expertise in child and adolescent counseling, Lisa is skilled in addressing adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, and delinquency. She is also knowledgeable in substance abuse counseling and education, contributing to driver license recovery programs and supporting suicide survivors through dedicated groups. Utilizing therapeutic techniques such as Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and person-centered approaches, Lisa creates a collaborative environment centered around unconditional positive regard and mindfulness. Her flexible scheduling options cater to the needs of her clients, including availability during days, evenings, and Saturdays.