Ginger Drake, LPC

Ginger Drake is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 12 years of clinical experience. She has focused much of her work on people struggling with substance abuse and addiction. Ginger emphasizes approaches that align with each person's beliefs and long-term goals.

Clients often come for help with addiction, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or depression. She also supports people facing cancer, eating and food-related issues, process addictions, Seasonal Affective Disorder, family of origin concerns, and women’s issues. Traumatic brain injury is listed among her focus areas.

Ginger has used many theoretical orientations during her career. Lately she is pursuing certification in biblical Christian counseling, which draws on biblical materials and principles for guidance. She describes this approach as especially useful for people seeking faith-rooted change.

In sessions she aims to match the method to the person. Conversations tend to be direct and practical, with attention to how beliefs and habits affect daily life. Ginger helps people set concrete steps and reflect on what is working and what needs to shift.

If a faith-based approach is important to you, Ginger integrates those concerns into counseling. Prospective clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.

Approaches and working online

Ginger incorporates evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside faith-informed counseling. One approach she uses focuses on behavior change and relapse prevention, helping people identify triggers, build coping plans, and practice new habits to reduce substance use. Another common strand emphasizes trauma-informed support, which helps people talk through painful events, learn grounding skills, and slow down reactions so daily life feels more manageable.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their needs, goals, and personal beliefs. Together they review what has helped in the past and try options that fit the client’s values and pace.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session formats before booking as formats are not specified here. Many people appreciate online care because it can fit more easily into work and family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online options can also make it simpler to sustain regular appointments during medical treatment or when life is busy, while the therapist and client continue to plan practical steps and track progress.