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Giovanni Hernandez
Giovanni has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Michigan State University.
I’m truly glad you’re exploring support. You deserve a safe, supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and guided toward meaningful change.
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Sarah Bannon
Recognized for high quality patient care
Sarah has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical/Macro from Michigan State University.
I'm a licensed social worker who has spent decades working with individuals, couples, and families. My career began in foster care and the court system, then expanded to helping adults and families cope with addiction and trauma. I enjoy the depth and variety of private practice work.
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Mark Panasiewicz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Mark has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Michigan State University.
I work with clients navigating substance use, domestic violence, and trauma. As a veteran of the United States Air Force, I have experience supporting veteran clients and understand the unique challenges they face.
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Jakarla Jordan
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jakarla Jordan, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jakarla has a Doctor of Professional Counseling from Mississippi College and a Master in Counseling (MC), School Counseling from Delta State University.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Needing support doesn't mean you're weak—it means you could benefit from someone nonjudgmental, understanding, and caring. My role is to help you recognize your strengths while working through challenges that keep you from living fully and productively.
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Kelly Norman
Kelly has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Clinical from University of Michigan School of Social Work.
I actively approach therapy. I tend to give guidance, suggest techniques to make the way to success smoother, and offer “homework” to practice those techniques between sessions. After all, change is most helpful when it happens both in and out of the therapy room. (Don’t worry; this “homework” doesn’t lead to grades or tests!)
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Glen Lavarias
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Glen Lavarias, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Glen has a Masters of Science in Education (MS ED), Marriage and Family Therapy from Duquesne University.
I have been practicing for 18 years. I am originally from Alaska, relocated to Las Vegas, and am establishing roots in Michigan. I am actively licensed in all three states and engaging in Telehealth services. I have my Master's in Education from Duquesne University. I have worked with adults, families, and children.
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Deondre Morris
I use CBT, trauma focused approaches, and solution-focused therapy to help people build real skills not just insight.
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Kassandra Cooper
Recognized for high quality patient care
Kassandra has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Michigan State University.
I provide therapy to adolescents and adults using evidence-based treatments. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and proven approaches.
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Jennifer Garza
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jennifer Garza, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jennifer has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Spring Arbor University.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? You're not alone. I regularly help clients with anxiety, self-doubt, and life transitions with compassion and curiosity. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected in life on your terms.
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Megan Frost-Young
Megan has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Wayne State University.
Life can be challenging in the best of times and overwhelming when it's hard. We all have stuff or hardships in life, and I truly believe that everyone needs therapy at one time or another. I am here to help you navigate the chaos of life so that you can truly live and not just exist.
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Ruth Westfall
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Ruth has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Western Michigan University.
I am passionate about getting to know my clients and seeing them heal and overcome life's challenges. I have the greatest respect for those who seek support in order to make positive changes in their lives!
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Theresa Pritchard
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Theresa Pritchard, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Theresa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Texas, Austin.
I am a therapist with over 15 years of experience in community mental health centers, schools, crisis centers, and outpatient therapy offices, with teens and adults. I use a person-centered approach to therapy where you, the client, are the expert, and I am here to support you on your journey to cope with life's struggles.
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Yolanda Butcher
Yolanda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My goal in our work together is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable and supported to explore the challenges you're facing in a way that is collaborative and empowering.
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Maryam Sizar
Maryam has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from The University of Michigan.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in painful patterns? I help clients navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions through a compassionate, holistic approach using EMDR, CBT, and DBT.
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Damen Wellen
Damen has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health from Adelphi University.
Are you struggling with anxious thoughts and self-doubt or navigating anxiety and life transitions? I work with teens and adults to build confidence, strengthen self-esteem, and support meaningful personal growth with practical tools and guidance.
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Christina Kovacs
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Christina Kovacs, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christina has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Moody Theological Seminary.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should be a safe space to feel understood, supported, and empowered. I help clients work through life’s challenges, better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, and create meaningful change.
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Pamela Byrd
Pamela has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Wayne State University.
I focus on providing empowerment, support, and guidance through strength-based approaches to help with behavioral needs, mood adjustments, anxiety, depression, life stressors, and other concerns. My goal is to create a collaborative space where we address the factors affecting your well-being.
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Brian Majszak
Brian has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Ferris State University.
I like to think outside the box. I aim to bring hope and establish plans, not just to get through current challenges, but to strive for a life worth living. If you're having a rough time, especially with substance use, trauma, or any particularly challenging event, give me a shout!
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Kimberly Townsend
Recognized for high quality patient care
Kimberly has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Washington University, Saint Louis.
Has life gotten messy? Maybe things did not turn out as you had planned. Sometimes life throws a lot at us, and things don't go as expected, but it can get better. You are enough just the way you are, and I am here to offer tools, support, and guidance to help you get back on track to a joyful life.
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Leonica Riley Erwin
Recognized for high quality patient care
Leonica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Advanced Generalist Practice from Grand Valley State University.
You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain your existence—where your pain is honored, your joy is celebrated, and your healing is prioritized. I support Black women navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power.
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Leonard Uchendu
Leonard has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Grand Valley State University.
I help clients develop resilience and psychological flexibility to function optimally. My focus is on mood, affect, self-regulation, and cognitive reframing using evidence-based approaches.
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Ronald Hindbaugh
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Ronald Hindbaugh, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ronald has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Western Michigan University.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate anger, parenting challenges, teen struggles, and relationship difficulties. My work spans anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues, and I also support those with spiritual concerns. I'm here to help you find the peace you're seeking.
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Shell Freeman
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Shell has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Wayne State University.
My career has been predominantly built on the person-in-environment theory, and I believe in considering the individual experiences of every client.
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Antoinette Wilder
Antoinette has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children/Family from Wayne State University.
I'm dedicated to helping you navigate the personal challenges that arise from living in an increasingly complex world. I bring a diverse background working earnestly with various populations to address issues of trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, anxiety, marital conflicts, separation and divorce.
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Brian Mason
Recognized for high quality patient care
Brian has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Michigan School Social Work.
My goal is to create an emotionally safe place where you can talk through the issues getting in your way. I know it's a risk to reach out and trust someone you don't know, especially when you're hurting. We'll go at your pace, based on your comfort with what we discuss.
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