Testimonials at Branches Counseling

Branches Counseling, PLLC

Comprehensive Individual, Adolescent, Couples, and Family Therapy

"As parents, we cannot be prepared for all things. In our family’s case, we encountered a problem that we were incapable of addressing effectively; not for lack of effort or lack of love, but lack of specific knowledge and training. When your child has drug problems, so many of your parental instincts turn out to be exactly wrong! After watching our son and our family spiral downward into a seemingly hopeless situation, we found our way back. Professional guidance, instruction, discipline and support from a qualified therapist paved the road map back for us. We recently celebrated two clean years and owe a huge debt of gratitude to Ms. Bunn, the therapist who guided our recovery plans. We cannot repay in kind the benefits we have reaped but we can urge others with similar problems to place their trust in Ms. Bunn. If we had it do all over again, we would!"

Mike L. ~ Fort Wayne, Indiana

"Tragedy had struck our family as our youngest daughter of three struggled with depression, anxiety and withdrawal from us and life. Her behavior quickly manifested itself into substance abuse and self-destruction, which in turn, escalated into dysfunction within our entire family. This was not something my wife and I wanted or planned. Most certainly, this was not something we were equipped to handle. We needed help that counselors and therapists we were seeing on a regular basis since our 17 year old daughter was 12, could not provide. We were devastated and our family life spiraled out of control.

Life happened to us but not the way we planned.

Today, I believe there are gifts that come from where we least expect. It is because of Victoria Winebarger that each member of our family, individually, and as a family unit, is even stronger than before tragedy had struck. I am grateful for this journey because it shaped us into who we are today…a family that can endure everything life has to offer.

Victoria challenged our thinking and forced us to dig deep into core issues as individuals and a family group. She is a student and teacher of therapeutic modality that constantly seeks to bring out the best in us all. Her conviction and relentless pursuit of excellence in everything she does in unparalleled. Victoria Winebarger has left an imprint on our lives that will never be removed. We are forever grateful."

The Litynskyj Family ~ Troy, Michigan

"Ms. Bunn is an excellent teacher, leader, social worker, and practitioner. She has a way of showing compassion while still leading clients to really work hard through deep and difficult issues. Her therapeutic knowledge and insight are amazing. I have watched her assist clients to successfully work through core issues individually and in a group. Her abilities to truly be "present" with a client have made her a sought after therapist. I have many times heard clients and families speak of her abilities and the gratitude they have for the help she has given them. Ms. Bunn has helped me grow as a therapist and has shown me how successful clients can be, even when it may appear hopeless to some. It has truly been a pleasure to work with her. Her instinct to help others comes naturally, and has enhanced her skills by the vast knowledge she has acquired. Her practice is based on the belief that everyone brings strengths and valuable contributions to the therapeutic process."

~Melanie Short, MSW, LSW

"I have always been impressed with Ms. Winebarger's vast knowledge of trauma, grief, addiction, and families. I have observed many groups that she has facilitated. I always found myself excited to watch her groups each time because I always knew it would be excellent, the clients would accomplish some true work on themselves, and I would learn something. She can show much empathy and care while addressing clients' fears and core issues, and her personable qualities make her extremely easy to talk to. I have personally learned innumerable valuable things about human behavior from Ms. Winebarger, and most importantly, her past clients have always spoken of how deeply she helped them, went above and beyond, and even saved their families."

Melanie Short, MSW, LSW

"I consider Victoria Winebarger's work with adolescents, adults, and families to be highly effective, and of superior quality in the field of behavioral health."

Lisa Pangrazzi, Masters Level LLP

Owner of Aspen Counseling

Branches Counseling, PLLC: Victoria Winebarger, MSW, LMSW, CAAC, CAADC; Beth Bunn, MSW, LMSW, LCSW, CCMSW

16801 Newburgh Rd. Suite 109, Livonia, Michigan, 48154: (734) 377-4134

“Working alongside Beth in an intensive treatment setting, I was able to consistently see her ability to establish solid rapport with clients and families; her caring manner inspired the trust that was the foundation for healing and growth in many peoples lives. Additionally, Beth modeled a proficiency in a number of different clinical skills that empowered her clients to both overcome day-to-day struggles and to pursue their long-term goals. I believe it is this ability to be simultaneously excellent in "the little things" and "the big picture" that makes Beth the excellent clinician and colleague I know her to be.”

~ Curtis Trent, LMHC

“Vickie is an EXCELLENT therapist and provided excellent service for my family. There is no higher recommendation that I could ever give to someone in her position. It was a pleasure to work with her and I am very thankful for everything she did to help my son.” Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Expert

Keith Lockwood ~Farmington Hills

“Beth worked with our family at a time when we were at a crossroads with our son and his problems. After four years of struggles and many other efforts, nothing had helped. The tools we learned during our six months of work with Beth have turned our lives around. I would recommend her as a counselor to anyone seeking help for a variety of issues. She is the best at what she does."

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity

Lindsey Schaefer ~Indianapolis

"At a time when our family was being torn apart, we engaged Beth and she began right away to identify our issues and then reveal them to us clearly, however painful they were. Our issues were severe and were beginning to corrupt the fabric of our family. It was remarkable the way she was able to “see” our family and the roles we each played as she began to restore the family and bring us together again. It was clear that Beth cared deeply for our family as she gave us the help we needed to get healthy again. We came away with sustainable tools to help us better deal with family situations. For all of this, we are eternally grateful."

Todd Wade & Family ~Carmel

"Ms. Bunn has been my counselor. I have had the unfortunate occassion to be on the receiving end of many ineffective therapists over the last three decades including psychiatrists and psychologists. Not here!

The fresh insight and perspective I received from Ms. Bunn coupled with her ability to "attack the slack," helped me to narrow in on my issues and develop a specific plan. Then with gentleness, yet an ability to help me to find my courage, together we battled demons of the past, conquered mountains of despairing memories and now I have hope for my future where no other professional could find a glimmer.

In a word, this therapist, ROCKS! I highly recommend her, but you must be ready to work, play, and be creative. Your world will change and then you will wake up in the morning and smile once again."

Michelle Fromm ~Macon

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