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A CHAT ABOUT DEPRESSION
May 2020
My friend MarShondra and I talk about signs and symptoms of depression, when to seek help and a few tips for coping.
DALY COUNSELING & CONSULTING, PLLC
Heal. Transform. Thrive.
ABOUT ME
I have been working with individuals and families in a variety of settings for over 19 years. Just out of college, I began my professional career serving families in the city of Detroit and I wondered what I would have to offer families with more life experience, and honestly much different life experiences. Fair question, right? As I was given the honor to be allowed into people’s lives, I came to understand my purpose wasn’t to give advice, it wasn’t to have it more together, it wasn’t to be “ahead of” those I worked with. My purpose was to be present to each person and family I was with for a season; to listen, to elicit their goals, to provide a safe place for them to be themselves, to support them in achieving their goals, to reflect and build on their strengths, to celebrate successes no matter how seemingly small, to laugh and cry through joys and struggles, to challenge (when we had enough of a relationship for me to do that,)-- to honestly and supportively journey with them for a season.
Growth and healing happened organically with these ingredients.
My experiences, training and skills have certainly expanded and matured since my first professional job and realizations nearly 2 decades ago, but my core and foundational understanding of my purpose has not:
When people feel safe to be who they truly are, to uncover strengths that have been present all along, and make a few changes to nurture their goals-- healing and growth happen.
My hope for all clients is not simply change, but transformation.
Over a decade into my decision to follow Jesus and halfway through my graduate counseling schooling, I was introduced to Formational Prayer. Formational Prayer, I was told is a ministry of the Holy Spirit, to bring healing and transformation to people’s places of deepest wounding. Well, you had me at healing! This model I soon came to realize was my “it.” Formational Prayer is based in the power of the Holy Spirit, the Bible and scientific research. Root issues are uncovered, root issues are spoken into by Jesus and people are transformed.
One of the people transformed through this model is myself. I began a healing journey through this model in 2011, and continue on this journey. Jesus has identified lies spoken into me, and that became part of my identity, and Jesus spoke His truth into those lies. I have had undeniable miraculous experiences that have transformed my broken perspective of God. I’ve brutally and honestly lamented feelings around wounds to God and found healing in this process and His responses to me.
These are some of my experiences. As a fellow traveler, I am overjoyed and honored to accompany those who desire healing and transformation through the power of Jesus Christ.
My passion is to accompany others on a healing journey.
PERSON-CENTERED SERVICES
FORMATIONAL PRAYER
Formational Prayer is a ministry of the Holy Spirit, bringing the Healing Presence of Jesus Christ into places of pain and brokenness within a wounded person facilitated by a Christian caregiver.
Formational Prayer is thoroughly dependent upon the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit. He initiates, directs and empowers the entire process. Thus the recipient of healing and the caregiver (myself) must not only understand the work of the Holy Spirit, but be open to His presence and power for each step along the journey.
Formational Prayer is not a technique controlled by the caregiver. It is a transformational ministry of the Holy Spirit, with the caregiver serving as an instrument of His activity. The spiritual vitality and emotional maturity of the caregiver are important and integrated aspects of this healing process and must be submitted to the Holy Spirit.
Our wounds need healing. The presence and power of Jesus Christ is the only one who can heal. His Transforming Presence strengthens and satisfies as nothing else, the one true Source of healing for broken people everywhere. Through Formational Prayer, the Holy Spirit uses a caregiver to position hurting people for what Jesus alone can give.
Life experiences often leave deep wounds that compromise personal well-being and wholeness. Left undressed, these hurts give birth to false beliefs, emotional upheaval, and behaviors that are ultimately destructive. During the process of Formational Prayer, both the source and symptoms of core woundings are brought into the light of Jesus Christ, where He alone can set people free.
COUPLES COUNSELING
Two becoming one is tough. Communication. Expectations. Finances. Intimacy. Emotional wounds. Attachment styles. These are just a few of the areas couples can struggle with. Couples sessions are focused on your unique relationship; identifying areas of struggle, repairing, adjusting and understanding to establish healthy patterns.
Couples counseling is also available for preventative help in establishing a strong and healthy foundation. In addition I offer maintenance or "tune-up"sessions to recognize strengths and address any trouble spots before they grow.
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
My areas of experience and specialization:
Relationship issues (romantic and general)
Work-related problems
Adjustment to life changes (divorce, career, empty nesting, new school)
Recurrent family conflicts
Career exploration
Adjustment to physical chronic pain and/or illness
Infant Mental Health (ages birth-5)
Integration of Christian Spirituality
FAMILY COUNSELING
Every family has unique strengths and challenges. If you'd like to:
Examine your family's ability to solve problems and express thoughts and emotions in a productive manner
Explore family roles, rules and behavior patterns to identify issues that contribute to conflict — and ways to work through these issues
Identify your family's strengths, such as caring for one another, and weaknesses, such as difficulty confiding in one another
please contact me to schedule.
REVIEWS & RECOMMENDATIONS
"Jessica is a highly skilled, experienced, and empathic counselor who successfully provides care to men, women and children.
She earnestly seeks to position people for transformation and healing through a wholistic therapeutic model of counseling and care.
She is gifted in helping others explore and name their emotional responses to life, helping individuals to safely process trauma in a supportive environment."
P. Pangborn
"One thing that I appreciate about Jessica's work is her ability to so clearly see you and your needs. And I love how she is willing to walk beside you in the search for your right answers."
M. Lawrence
"I had such a wonderful experience doing Formational Prayer with Jessica. She facilitated in a way that was Spirit-led, discerning, encouraging, and
void of any judgment.
She has a genuine gift of being present with you in a way that feels safe and inviting. I know God used her to help me grow, heal and connect with Him
in a special way."
S. Galecki
CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATE IN FORMATIONAL PRAYER
2019
Earned through
over several years by:
Attending 4 unique Formational Prayer seminars including 188 hours of instruction and practice
Participating in the FP 16-week group including over 48 hours of Formational Prayer group work
Serving as a Caregiver in Training at a Formational Prayer seminar
Attending 2 Spiritual Direction seminars
Meeting for over 27 hours with Advisor and practicing Formational Prayer
Reading 7 FP-related books
Writing several reflection papers on Formational Prayer experience.
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
2012
I obtained my counseling training at Ashland Theological Seminary. The core values of Ashland Theological Seminary are Scripture, Spiritual Formation, Community and Academic Excellence.
To graduate, I completed 98 Master's-level credit hours, and 600 hours in counseling internships at a local hospital and counseling agency.
After graduation, I passed the National Counseling Exam (NCE) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and completed 3,000 hours of post-graduate counseling hours, including 300 hours in supervision.
INFANT FAMILY SPECIALIST (IMH-E)
2015
Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E) is administered through Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health (MI-AIMH.)
To earn this certification I:
Completed a Master's Degree in a related field
Obtained a minimum 30 hours of relationship-based education and training pertaining to the promotion of social-emotional development and/or the practice of infant mental health.
Completed a minimum of two years of paid, post-Bachelor’s, professional work experience providing prevention and/or early intervention services that promote infant mental health.
Including:
1. Served a minimum of 10 families of infants/toddlers (birth to 36 months), and
2. A primary focus of the services provided is the social-emotional needs of infant/toddler, and
3. Services include attention to the relationships surrounding the infant/toddler
Minimum 24 hours relationship-based, reflective supervision individually or in a group while providing services to infants, very young children, and families.
3 Professional References of endorsement
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ARE YOU A CHRISTIAN COUNSELOR?
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, who is a Christian.
When my client(s) are receiving Professional Counseling, it is completely up to the client to bring in his or her Spirituality.
When clients are receiving Formational Prayer, God the Father, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are the foundation and means of healing.
WHEN ARE YOU AVAILABLE?
Due to the COVID19 pandemic, I am presently offering Michigan residents TeleHealth sessions.
I am available through TeleHealth Mondays 9a-9p, Fridays 9a-4p, and Saturdays 9a-1p, Tu-Th varied limited hours.
*TeleHealth sessions will continue to be available after it is safe to return to the office.*
When it is safe to return to the office, I am available in office on Mondays; day and evening appointments are available.
WHAT PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT?
I accept major credit cards, cash and PayPal.
WHY DO YOU NOT ACCEPT INSURANCE?
I do not accept insurance, as this allows my time to be focused on providing care to clients.
The time that it would take to file claims, follow-up with insurance companies sometimes multiple times is time that I feel is better invested into direct work with clients.
Additionally, a mental health diagnosis which becomes part of permanent health records is required for insurance reimbursement. Sometimes a diagnosis is not applicable to a client's situation.
Also, insurance does not cover couples counseling as there are not medical diagnoses to apply to a relationship.
Since I do not accept insurance, session rates are priced to reflect fair and accessible amounts.
WHAT IS INFANT MENTAL HEALTH, COUNSELING FOR BABIES?
This was my first question when I learned of IMH 20 years ago! As I learned more about this model, the more I fell in love. Infant Mental Health can best be summarized as support of a strong start for baby and his or her main caretakers.
The foundations of all domains of human development are laid in the first several years of life. Basic to healthy development are the capacities to love, to feel, to develop a sense of self, and to adapt to one’s environment. Infant mental health is the social and emotional well-being of the very young child in the context of family relationships, beginning at birth and extending through the preschool years.
Find out more here.
IS COUNSELING CONFIDENTIAL?
In general, Michigan law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and his or her therapist. No information is disclosed without prior written permission from the client.
There are some exceptions to this rule which are required by law:
Disclosure of suggested abuse or neglect of a minor, dependent adult or elder. All therapists are required to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person. The therapist is required to notify the police.
If a client intends to harm him- or herself. I will make every effort to work with clients to ensure their safety. However, if an individual does not cooperate, or is unwilling to take responsibility for their safety, additional measures may need to be taken.
I AM INTERESTED, WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?
Let's set up a complimentary initial consultation. You can reach me by email, text or phone. Feel free to use the form at the bottom of the website! Please include best day/times to reach you. I will try to follow-up within 24 hours.
"Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls your life."
-A. Dubey
INVESTMENT RATES
It is important to feel a fit with your counselor or caregiver, and that your counselor has the skills needed to help you.
Please contact me for a complimentary initial consultation.
FORMATIONAL PRAYER
$125/ 90 minute session
COUPLES COUNSELING
$80/ 50 minute session
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
$65/ 50 minute session
FAMILY COUNSELING
$100/ 50 minute session
CANCELLATION FEE
Equal to rate for scheduled session
*Intake sessions add $30.
Investment rates are priced to be fair and accessible. I accept a limited number of clients on a sliding scale basis, if you would like to see if you qualify please contact me.
*Investment rates are reviewed quarterly, and are subject to increase. Clients will be informed 30 days prior of any rate increase.
A cancellation fee equal to the cost of the session, will be collected when there is a no-show to a session, or less than 24-hour notice of cancellation is given. When time is reserved for you, but not utilized due to late or no notice, that time is lost that could be spent helping others.
SCHEDULE A SESSION
71 N Livernois Rd Suite A2 Rochester Hills, MI 48307
248-242-5763
INTAKE FORMS
Please complete the appropriate intake form and bring to your first session.
Child Intake Form will be emailed.
Couples will each need to complete an intake form.