Where healing pathways begin.

Integrative therapy and coaching to help you create meaningful, lasting change.

Compassionate Counseling in Waterford, MI

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Out of the Ashes Rises the Phoenix

Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC is here to help patients overcome issues within their relationships to create positive and lasting changes in their lives. We believe that you can’t make changes until you recognize the problems. We will help you identify your challenges and take steps to solve them. We address a variety of mental health concerns but primarily focus on anxiety, attachments, and boundaries/codependency. Schedule your no-risk free evaluation today by calling  (248) 599-7590.

Take Meaningful Steps Toward Positive Change

We proudly offer counseling services in: 

Auburn Hills, MI

Bloomfield Hills, MI

Clarkston, MI

Union Lake, MI

Waterford, MI

Waterford Township, MI

White Lake, MI

And Surrounding Areas

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Comprehensive Counseling

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About Us

Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC has well over a decade of counseling experience and even more in a less formal setting.

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Boundaries and Codependency 

Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC offers counseling regarding boundaries and codependency. 

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Anxiety

Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC offers our service to people having issues getting a handle on their anxiety. 

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Attachment and Bonding

Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC guides our patients through the complex subject of attachment issues.

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Why Choose Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC?

At Life Pathways Counseling and Coaching LLC, we understand that seeking help is a big step. Here’s why patients trust us to guide them toward meaningful change:

Personalized Counseling: Every session is tailored to your unique experiences, challenges, and goals.

Expert Guidance: Nearly a decade of professional counseling experience combined with compassionate care.

Focus on Core Issues: Specializing in anxiety, boundaries, codependency, and attachment concerns.

Safe & Supportive Environment: We create a judgment-free space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions.

Local & Accessible: Serving Waterford, MI, and surrounding communities, with flexible scheduling to fit your life.

Virtual Appointments Available: Access counseling from the comfort of your home.

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Martie is such a wonderful Counselor, she is amazing and i cannot say enough great things about her!  Highly Recommend her!!!


-Kay S.

How Do I Know If I Need Counseling or Coaching?

  • Counseling vs. Coaching: What’s the Difference?

    While both counseling and coaching support personal growth in a collaborative fashion, they are different in focus and structure.


    Counseling (Therapy) is designed to address mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational difficulties. It may include assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, and often explores how past experiences influence current patterns. Therapy supports emotional healing, symptom relief, and long-term change.


    Coaching, on the other hand, is not mental health treatment. It does not involve diagnosis, assessment, or clinical intervention. Instead, coaching is a forward-focused, action-oriented process centered on personal growth, goal setting, and accountability.


    Coaching is ideal for individuals who are:


    • Not seeking treatment for a mental health condition
    • Looking to gain clarity, direction, or confidence
    • Ready to take actionable steps toward specific goals
    • Wanting structured support to move forward in life or career

    Rather than processing past experiences in depth, coaching focuses on identifying where you are now, where you want to go, and how to get there. The process is collaborative, strategic, and designed to help you build momentum and follow through.


    In short:


    • Counseling supports healing.
    • Coaching supports forward movement.

Start your journey toward healthier relationships and emotional balance today. Book your no-risk free evaluation in Waterford, MI. Call (248) 599-7590 now.