Joel Harms

Joel Harms, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist known for his extensive experience working with individuals and couples. His couples therapy is particularly effective in restoring intimacy, closeness, and communication, serving as a valuable addition to individual therapy by illuminating areas of life that may have been overlooked. Acknowledging the dynamic nature of long-term relationships, Joel expertly navigates the ups and downs, stressors, and developmental phases that can create challenges. His skill as a couples' therapist can indeed pull a marriage back from the brink of disaster, preventing the trauma and financial distress often caused by divorce. Additionally, Joel has substantial expertise in treating anxiety and depression within individual psychotherapy, alongside relationship and professional challenges. His initial focus lies in cultivating a warm, safe, and empathic environment for clients, allowing them the space to tell their stories without fear of judgment. Recognized for his impactful practice, which thrives on referrals from satisfied clients, Joel also supervises doctoral students and mental health professionals. His experience includes teaching seminars to doctoral students and serving as the Interim Director of the University of Detroit-Mercy Psychology Clinic, while also holding a position as Adjunct Faculty at St. John Hospital and Clinical Supervisor at the University of Detroit Mercy.