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Our Approach & Values

If you are looking for more holistic ways of managing your anxiety, stress or other issues, Outside of the Box Counseling services has what you may be seeking. We have qualified therapists to assist with a variety of mood disorders, and are expanding ancillary services to include massage therapy and acupuncture. We recognize that in the current world of wanting everything to fit in a certain box, you may not want to do that. Our goal is to help you and your family work on developing and cultivating long term success managing the entirety of what’s happening, not just pushing through to medications and cookie cutter skills.

The therapists at Outside of the Box Counseling Services are uniquely connected to the First Responder community, and have experience working with law enforcement, firefighters, EMT’s and their families. We recognize that at times, the strategies to get through the shift are more taxing than most people realize and want to help you navigate them successfully

Using a wide variety of resources and skills, we want to help you and your family navigate difficult situations. Exploring services that may have been out of reach before in a way that is safe and comfortable, it is our pleasure to serve you and help you meet your goals.

Our Experience

  • Over 25 Years Of Experience
  • Have Worked With Many First Responders

    We Are Fully Licensed: To Become A Licensed Counselor in Michigan, You Must Complete The Following:

    1. Complete the limited licensed professional counselor application.
    2. Accure 100 hours of supervision and 3000 work hours in no less than 2 years.
    3. Pass the required exam.
    4. Apply for and receive your LPC license

    Nichole Kourt, LMSW

    Knowing the realities of why counseling support has been difficult for first responders, I work hard to have an approach that you’ll be able to connect with. My goal is never to push an agenda, but rather to guide you out of the stressors of your job. I won’t suggest anything I wouldn’t suggest to a family member- which matters as I have a daughter who is an EMT and a husband who is a deputy sheriff. Whether you’re struggling with work pressure, relationship strain or feel like you’re not sure where to start, let’s get through it so you can get back to good.

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    Cheryl Fosgate

    Life is tough and everyone needs help now and again.  I would like to offer you a safe and supportive place to explore your personal issues, dilemmas and concerns in a ‘Judgement Free’ zone.  Together we can create skills and rebuild your inner strength and motivation to resolve your barriers and achieve your goals.  I would like to help you focus on how to climb the mountain in front of you with grace and confidence.
    I have worked with families and couples, including parenting issues, as well as individuals (adults, teens, together and/or separately) in crisis due to a variety of reasons such as domestic violence, substance abuse, addictions, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management. self-confidence, ADHD, OCD, PTSD and dealing with grief and loss.
    I use an eclectic approach including a combination of EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy and whatever else can be helpful.
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