Welcome to Brighter Hope Counseling & Services, where we believe the #goodmentalhealthISreal.
Founder and Lead Counselor
Lorraine McKnight, MA, LPC is a Michigan-based Licensed Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist, specializing in culturally sensitive talk therapy for teens and adults. She earned her counseling degree from Eastern Michigan University and has been a licensed practitioner for over 20 years. Additionally, she is certified to provide supervision to Michigan LLPCs. Mrs. McKnight is a trained and certified Telehealth therapist and is proficient in Gallup CliftonStrengths, and certified in administering the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, and Prepare/Enrich counseling for dating, engaged, and married couples.
"The field of counseling chose me when I asked God for my 'what's next'. I have worked in this field for over 20 years and enjoy helping people achieve their 'better'. My specialties are mental health and career counseling. Today is the day to put 'You' first!"
My journal Today is the Day: A Career Planning Journal This journal will help you document your career planning journey with activities which will help reduce your anxiety and stress. The journal offers coping skills, inspirational quotes, and interactive links for career assessments and coping skills to help you answer the question of 'what next" and to help you land a job or launch your next career. Call or text for your copy.
Octavia Beal, MS, LLPC, While counseling is more popular now than before, the decision to seek counseling can still be a unnerving process. Recognizing and understanding our thoughts and actions can be beneficial in helping us navigate through the unsettling things life can bring our way.
I am Octavia Beal “Someone who can help”. I have been in the helping profession field for many years. I possess a Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and currently is a Limited License Professional Counselor with the state of Michigan. I have a passion for helping others help themselves by empowering them to work through their challenges and difficulties faced in life.
I approach counseling from a strength-based approach with use of various therapeutic styles and techniques based on what is most befitting with the client and situation. I meet the individual where they are at and while the treatment plan is individualized the process is team effort. I approach counseling with the perspective of shared accountability in mind. It is my expectation that the client be fully committed to the counseling process to aide in the best possible treatment outcome and maintain a strong mental health balance.
Josie M. Kimball, MA, LLPC The pressures and issues of your everyday life can become overwhelming. Many of which you feel you can resolve on your own. But, seeking professional counseling can help to eliminate those issues more productively, beyond your ability to self-help alone. With the consistent guidance and support, you can see growth and change in the areas that matter to you the most….we become a team working towards your success. I am qualified to work with toddlers - elders. I run a group for Married Women and The Women Code Book.
Josie Kimball has been trained by Spring Arbor University, completing a master’s degree in counseling, and credentialing that meets the state of Michigan requirements for LLPCs. A master’s degree in education and a Graduate Human Resources Masters certificate, from Central University and is a Ph.D. student.
Counseling Intern
Sandy Kraniak, Student Intern I am currently completing my Practicum and Internship in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Walden University. I have been a member of the American Counseling Association since 2022. Our counseling sessions will consist of talk therapy. Since you are the expert of your life, we will discuss your challenges and discover solutions that will meet your needs. It is the goal of therapy to empower you to use your inner strengths and resources so that you will be able to make the changes you want in your life. Therapy will also allow you to build your resilience and skills for future problem-solving.
My approach to counseling is person-centered therapy. I will use this approach and talk therapy to support you in accomplishing your goals. My preferred clients are women and men who are survivors of child abuse and neglect or persons dealing with issues of grief or loss at any age. I look forward to meeting you so we can begin the process together.
Sandy's Internship allows us to offer free - sliding scale services for 6 sessions.
Professional Memberships:
Chi Sigma Iota/Omega Zeta Chapter 2022
American Counseling Association 2022
National Society of Leadership and Success 2020
Danielle earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Wayne State University. She later returned to Wayne State University to earn her Master’s Degree in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling.
Danielle has over three years of experience working with youth suffering from self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression and self-harm/suicidal ideations. Also, during that time, she gained experience working with children with developmental disabilities and severe emotional disturbance. Lastly, Danielle has experience working with adults with mental health issues and experiences working with family therapy.
Danielle utilizes a holistic and cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling to assist clients with tackling barriers and obstacles in life which may be difficult to navigate on their own. Danielle collaborates with the client to identify his or her needs and treatment goals. She provides a safe, non-judgmental, and therapeutic environment for the client. She takes an individualized approach and collaborates with each client to create a positive therapeutic experience.
Danielle is ready to see new clients, call to schedule your appointment.
Contact us at: Text or Call 734.413.7988
To Schedule a consultation; https://brighterhopecounseling.clientsecure.me/
#good mental health IS real!