Living Life Counseling Blog Livonia and Brighton, MI

Jun 29, Livonia Counseling Staff

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 18:41:01 GMT

Additional staff member joins Living Life Counseling in Livonia office location.

Jun 15, Relationship Resolution - Valentine's Day

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:59:39 GMT

Relationship Resolution - A Valentine's Day Perspective from Living Life Counseling.

Jun 8, Announcing New Staff Members in Living Life's Livonia and Brighton Offices

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:27:43 GMT

We are pleased to announce two new staff members have joined Living Life Counseling in both the Livonia and Brighton locations. Elena Vaduva, Counseling Intern Livonia Office
Elena Vaduva is an intern at Living Life in Livonia and is finishing her Masters Degree in Counseling at Spring Arbor University. After graduation, Elena will continue to pursue her goal as a Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC). She is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and graduated from their Christian training. She also completed the Exchanged Life Advanced Training obtaining the Certificate as a Lay Christian Counselor in 1995. Tami Scott, Counseling Intern Brighton Office
Tami Scott is an intern who is finishing her Masters Degree at Spring Arbor University. After graduation Tami will continue to pursue her Limited License Professional Counselor License. She believes that change and growth is a continuous process, and hopes to use her experience and education to assist others in meeting their personal goals. Tami has over 13 years experience working in the mental health field. She has a special interest in working with adults and young children in the areas of relationships, depression, anxiety, and sexual abuse recovery.

Feb 4, Happy Valentine's Day 2010 - Relationship Resolution

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:29:25 GMT

Happy Valentine's Day - It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage: Part I - How to improve your relationship and look at areas in your marriage that need reconciliation.

Jan 31, Anger Management Counseling

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:30:29 GMT

We provide anger management counseling, marriage, family, and individual Christian counseling, specializing in anger management. We have offices located in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan.

Jan 20, How do you approach living life?

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:10:38 GMT

How do you approach living life? Living Life Counseling can help you understand what is preventing you from living life to the fullest. Offices in Livonia - Brighton MI providing Christian counseling.

Jan 19, Coping with Loss

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:57:04 GMT

Coping with loss can be one of the most difficult challenges we face during our life. Click on the blog link below to find out how Living Life in Livonia - Brighton, MI can provide a new perspective.

Jan 8, Substance Abuse and Recovery

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:53:39 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides court-ordered services, substance abuse, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, and addiction recovery counseling Livonia and Brighton, Michigan.

Jan 8, Men's Issues

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:45:05 GMT

Men's Issues

Nov 30, Office Locations of Living Life Counseling

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:22:23 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides Christian counseling in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan. Most insurances are now accepted.

Sep 15, Web Links

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:22:25 GMT

Living Life Counseling's updated web resources for marriage and family, anger management, grief, internet addiction, anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol abuse resources.

Aug 27, Contact Living Life Counseling - Gregg Natkowski

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:16:49 GMT

Gregg Natkowski and the staff of Living Life Counseling can begin helping you immediately. Call us at 734-591-6277 to begin living the life you truly desire.

Jun 29, Marriage and Family Counseling

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:36:45 GMT

Living Life Counseling, provides Christian marriage and family counseling in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan. We also work with adolescents and those struggling with addictions, depression or anxiety.

Apr 25, Male Depression

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 02:19:04 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides help for male depression.

Apr 20, Parenting - Being a Dad

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:15:52 GMT

Parenting - Being a Dad: Fathers have the daunting tasks of providing for their family, being supportive husbands, and acting as a role models for their children.

Apr 8, Clergy Care

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:18:41 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides Clergy Care for pastors and church professionals.

Apr 8, Psychotherapy - Therapy for Individuals, Family and Group

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 18:52:01 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides individual, couples, and family psychotherapy based on Christian, faith-based approach.

Feb 7, Adoption Counseling

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 15:52:21 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides adoption counseling for those considering adding to their family through adoption and facing infertility.

Jan 30, Step Family Counseling

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:09:57 GMT

Step Family Counseling

Jan 14, Frequently Asked Questions about Living Life Counseling

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:37:47 GMT

Living Life Counseling accepts a variety of insurances and provides Christian counseling in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan.

Jan 4, Internet Safety

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 17:43:28 GMT

Living Life Counseling can help families with issues stemming from internet safety.

Dec 19, Fireproof Your Marriage Seminar

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:41:51 GMT

Fireproof Your Marriage Seminar Begins: Wednesday - January 7, 2009 (open registration thru January 14) Cost: $5.00 per person and "Fireproof Your Marriage" book. Register: NorthRidgeChurch.com/MarriageBuilders Marriage is hard work, but it's worth it! Do you need help to get your marriage back on track? Are you looking for new insights, direction and hope for your marriage? This 10-week studay will give you tools to help "fireproof" your marriage, strengthen your relationships and help you to love your spouse unconditionally.

Sep 14, Divorce Recovery

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 03:16:02 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides compassionate divorce recovery counseling.

Aug 8, Job and performance stress

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 04:32:40 GMT

Job and performance stress can rob you of the joy of living life.

Jun 28, Grief Counseling and Loss

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:30:17 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides caring grief counseling for those experiencing grief and loss. Often overwhelming feelings of depression and sadness requires the care of professional counselors.

Jun 5, Living Life Counseling Services and Specialities

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:39:04 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides Christian counseling in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan. Marriage and couples therapy, internet addiction and anxiety-depression therapy are core specialities.

May 14, Men's Issues and Internet Addiction

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:54:35 GMT

Living Life Counseling information related to Men's Issues and Internet Addiction. Offices located in Livonia and Brighton, Michigan.

May 9, Sexual Abuse Counseling - Healing and Hope

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:43:38 GMT

Sexual Abuse Counseling - Healing from the Pain of Sexual, Emotional, or Physical Abuse

May 4, Premarital Christian counseling

Sun, 04 May 2008 02:27:57 GMT

Premarital Christian counseling is a critical component for marriage preparation.

Apr 16, Counseling Seminars - Boundaries for Children, Anger Management, Team Building

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:28:55 GMT

Living Life Counseling Workshops - Boundaries for Children, Anger Management, Team Building

Feb 10, Saving Your Marriage From Regrets

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 02:59:49 GMT

It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage - Part V: Find out how regrets can affect marital happiness and what you can do to have a healthy marriage without being held down by burdens from your past.

Feb 4, Healthy Eating and Living

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:11:56 GMT

Find out how to live life more fully by learning more about healthy eating habits.

Dec 12, Depression-Anxiety

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:42:21 GMT

Living Life Counseling provides caring interventions for those struggling with depression-anxiety caused by such things as a recent loss, daily stresses and chemical imbalances.

Dec 5, Group Resources

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:47:58 GMT

Group resources for individuals dealing with depression, anger, anxiety and recovery issues.

Aug 11, Sexual Addiction Questions

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 03:53:29 GMT

A Christian view of sexual addiction questions and the hope we can have to heal.

Aug 3, New SHOUT Group Announcement

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 13:17:33 GMT

For those individuals in the Detroit Metropolitan area who are healing from the pain of sexual abuse or know someone that is, please see the resource information below.

New SHOUT Group
Program: For sexual abuse survivors which include worship, prayer, a talk on the Christian 12 step program (Celebrate Recovery), presentation of material related to sexual abuse, and small group processing with trained volunteer facilitators.

Location:
Calvary Missionary Church
29850 West Six Mile Road
Livonia, MI 48152
between Merriman and Middlebelt on the North side)

Meeting time:
Monday evenings, 7:00 thru 9:00 p.m.

Contact person:
Sheri Fornell
734-261-6642
All women coming to our program must have an interview with Sheri first. No walk ins are possible at this point.

At Living Life Counseling we believe that support groups can be tremendously effective and essential in the healing process. We also realize that in many situations professional counseling is necessary. It is clear that whether abuse is emotional, verbal, or sexual it can have devastating repercussions throughout ones life.

To live the life you truly desire, consider taking the next step to join a support group or talk to a professional counselor and get the caring help you need. To learn more about Living Lifes approach to helping abuse survivors, click on Treating Sexual Abuse Survivors on our website

How to Contact Living Life Counseling
We can begin helping you immediately by offering a confidential telephone consultation at no cost. For maps and directions to our offices please go to the Contact Living Life Counseling page on this website or call us at 734-591-6277.

Jul 3, It is Our Mission to Help You Live the Life You've Always Wanted

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 01:17:46 GMT

Find out the three critical questions to ask yourself to determine if you are in need of counseling. Find out more about Living Life's mission.

Jun 21, Relapse Prevention and Recovery Tools for Sobriety - June 29, 2007

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:38:58 GMT

Gregg Natkowski, Director Living Life Counseling will be speaking at Ward EPCs Celebrate Recovery Program on Friday, June 29, 2007. He will be speaking on Relapse Prevention and Recovery Tools for Sobriety. The program is located in Room C-317 and starts at 7:00 p.m. Gregg will be speaking from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the cost is free. Contact Living Life Counseling at 734-591-6277 for further details.

Jun 16, Living Life Counseling Announces New Staff Member

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 14:47:52 GMT

Marilyn Kistler has recently joined the staff of Living Life Counseling. She is an intern completing her work for a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Spring Arbor University. She has also had training from the American Association of Christian Counselors and has been providing peer support through the Care Ministries at NorthRidge Church for over five years. She has worked with women, couples, and groups and she has a special interest in relationships, married life, and blended families.

Apr 24, The Delicate Relationship Balance

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 03:56:12 GMT

It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage: Part IV: Do you know what signs to look for to determine if you are in a power struggle within your marriage?

Apr 9, Facing Marital Challenges

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 02:41:17 GMT

It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage: Part III Find out strategies on how to overcome the number one challenge facing marriages today.

Mar 26, Livonia Marriage Counseling

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 13:42:47 GMT

It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage: Part II - Find out how to deepen your marital relationship. Brighton and Livonia marriage counseling.

Feb 7, Make Your Valentines Day - Relationship Resolution

Wed, 07 Feb 2007 18:07:52 GMT

With Valentines Day approaching fast, let's keep in mind that there are 364 other days of the year to show how much we love our spouse. Growing a healthy, loving relationship over the daysmonths.and years requires constant dedication and focus. Make it your Valentines Day Relationship Resolution, to see each day as an opportunity to improve your relationship and look at areas in your marriage that need reconciliation whether big or small. One area that may require a relationship resolution is how we handle reconnecting with our spouse after an argument.

How many times have you and your spouse had an argument and you know that each of you share quite equally in the disagreement? If you are like the typical couple, you say "most of the time." How then can we smooth over the hurt feelings and bring that bonding connection back into the relationship in the areas where it has been wounded? This could be easier than you realize. Consider taking the first step in acknowledging whatever your part was leading up to the quarrel.

Once you have your thoughts in order, ensure that you are in a place where you wont be interrupted. For parents of little ones or teenagers for that matter, finding the time and place where you wont be disturbed can be difficult. That is why so often the periodic spats that occur during the course of time do not get resolved as quickly as they should, if at all. It takes extra diligence and creativity to find that private time, but will reap much relationship reward in the long run.

Once you are able to talk without distractions, state your points softly, kindly, and as compassionately as you can. We often find that this first step in communication leads to the other partner opening up and owning their side of the disagreement. Remember though to keep focused on your actions, avoiding the blame game. With that said, our partners feedback in hearing how their behavior affected you is invaluable. Kindness and focusing your words towards actions and results will go much further than attacking a persons character. Remember that nothing can replace forgiveness and a long hug. Make your Valentine's Day Relationship Resolution today.

If you found this blog interesting, click on Marriage and Counseling for further information regarding Living Life Counselings approach to marriage and family therapy.

Jan 27, New Groups Forming for Spring

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 16:35:54 GMT

NEW ANGER MANAGEMENT AND MEN'S SEXUAL ADDICTION GROUPS STARTING SPRING 2007. CONTACT LIVING LIFE COUNSELING AT 734-591-6277 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Aug 16, Brighton Christian Counseling

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 04:05:46 GMT

Brighton Christian Counseling - Location for Living Life Counseling with offices also in Livonia

Aug 16, Livonia Christian Counseling

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 03:32:51 GMT

Living Life Counseling Livonia Christian Counseling

Aug 13, Anger Management Groups

Sun, 13 Aug 2006 22:26:21 GMT

NEW ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUPS STARTING THIS FALL. CONTACT LIVING LIFE COUNSELING AT 734-591-6277 FOR INFORMATION ON REGISTRATION.