Rick Guttersohn, LMSW
As a licensed therapist and a former nonprofit director, I am passionate about mental health, leadership, and the intersection of those two. My specialty areas include: Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Shame & Low Self Esteem, Difficult Life Transitions, Professional Burnout, Nonprofit Leadership, Empowering New & Aspiring Leaders, Developing Healthy Organizational Cultures, and Team Building.
Hope After Loss
For years my personal mission has been to bring hope to those who are hurting. Like many, my life has been impacted by loss and I know how overwhelming grief can be. My philosophy and approach blends clinical best practices along with a peer based approach to best meet the needs of those who are grieving. I have 10 years of experience guiding people through grief and loss by providing individual therapy, facilitating support groups, developing bereavement programs, and speaking at seminars, trainings, and events throughout Southeastern Michigan.
Leadership Journey
Prior to my work as a therapist and consultant, I had a successful career as an Executive Director, transforming a declining nonprofit into one of the premier grief support organizations in Southeastern Michigan. I received my MSW from Wayne State University with a concentration in social work leadership, and received my BSW from Spring Arbor University. I also completed a two year ministry internship leading small groups and serving people in recovery. Prior to social work, I spent ten years in retail management and sales before changing career paths and dedicating my life to serving others who are hurting.
Therapist or Geek?
I must admit that I am kind of a geek! I've spoken at Motor City Comic Con on several occasions and enjoy incorporating movies and super hero characters into helping people with their mental health needs. In 2022 I launched a podcast called "Cinema Sessions" that dove into the mental health themes featured in popular movies. I love using creativity and fun to make mental health topics more relatable and approachable.