Meet Our Team

Clinical Therapist

Life can be very challenging, and sometimes we need support to become more self-aware and make the changes necessary to rise above the circumstances. It is my job to give you the tools to navigate through your most difficult life encounters. I will provide a safe, nurturing, and judgment-free atmosphere that will allow you to begin your journey to self-healing. Learning from your emotions and past experiences is the best way to grow and heal. I combine life experiences, psycho-education, and evidence-based treatments to help clients understand their symptoms, re-frame thought patterns, and use the tools we learn in session in everyday life. Allow me to help reconnect you to your strengths and purpose by processing and understanding your thoughts and emotion.

Fun Facts:

1. I have rekindled my love for roller skating and try to go skating at least once a week.

2. I love taking photos with my Canon camera (mostly of my kids!).

3. I absolutely LOVE baking!!

Clinical Therapist

I am licensed by the State of Michigan as a psychologist and have been a public school educator for over 24 years. I've spent time as a clinical psychologist providing assessments, evaluations, treatment plans, and therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Faith-Based Christian Counseling. My combined experience as an educator and psychologist offers the perfect blend for assisting parents with navigating the challenges of education with their children. I've been an advocate for parents of special needs children. I have a heart for the special needs child and his/her parents, as I have an adult son with Autism.

Fun Facts:

1.  Music is my mood regulator.  90's R&B is my favorite.

2.  I prefer a pool over the beach, Coke over Pepsi, books over movies, and a night in over a night out.

3.  I have a Rottweiler Rescue named Java.  I like to rescue senior bully breed dogs.

Clinical Therapist

Sometimes life gets in the way of our happiness. Sometimes we continue to struggle with challenges from our past. Whatever the challenges, there is hope to move through those challenges that keep us from living our most fulfilled selves. Whether your challenges in life are depression, out-of-control behaviors, marital issues, divorce recovery, anxiety, the effects of bullying, or a history of abuse - I can support you in your journey. I work with individuals and couples and use a psychodynamic and somatic approach that integrates the whole person. I work with men and men's issues, women, couples, and adolescents. You will not be alone. I look forward to partnering together to support your goals.

Fun Facts:

1. I once sang heavy metal badly in a karaoke bar in Japan whose audience consisted of 3 older women.

2. I’m a fan of rescued dogs and other rescued souls (canine and human alike).

3. I’m a 27 year veteran educator (teacher, principal, social worker). 

Clinical Therapist

I have worked in the helping/health field for more than 35 years with 25 years in the dental field as a Dental Assistant and as a Dental Assistant Instructor. During my years of working in the dental field, I had the opportunity to encounter many individuals from all walks of life with many issues that seemingly disturbed their “PEACE”. That experience encouraged my counseling journey.

My belief is that every individual should live a life of “PEACE”. I believe that “PEACE” is accomplished by combating issues that have disturbed one’s emotional, financial, physical, and spiritual health. My ultimate goal is to assist clients in exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, to improve their quality of life engulfed in “PEACE”.

Patients typically come into therapy feeling anxious, afraid and wanting relief. I strive to alleviate this discomfort with my caring, open, and empathetic demeanor. Experience has shown me that therapy can help patients better live life on life's terms. I believe that through acceptance, committed action, and the help of a professional, lasting change is possible.

Fun Facts:

1. I love music I especially love singing, in fact as a young girl I won several awards for my vocals.

2. I love visiting museums and the knowledge of history it brings.

3. I love traveling and experiencing new adventures.

Clinical Therapist

My philosophy in therapy is that the client is the expert of themselves and their situation. I can provide some guidance and an outside perspective, but ultimately my goal is to help you discover your unique abilities and means for bettering yourself that are already within you. My goal is not to fix your problems for you, but to help you find new perspectives and tools for managing problems in general so that you are better able to handle whatever life throws your way. I have experience with a wide variety of client populations and presenting problems, including work with the LGBTQ+ community and experience with holistic modalities and grief therapy. If you're looking to share your story with an empathetic and empowering ear, I look forward to meeting with you.

Fun Facts:

1. I have a passion for music and love going to concerts and music festivals.

2. My favorite trip I've been on has been to Sedona, Arizona. Absolutely gorgeous!

3. I love to read and one of my favorite books is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

Clinical Therapist

As your therapist I will provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to help you achieve personal growth and goals. I will guide you through the healing process that balances your emotional, mental, social, physical, and ideal self. I describe myself as down to earth and passionate about each client that embarks on a journey to develop skills and live a more fulfilling and present life.

Fun Facts:

1. I enjoy traveling and being by the ocean

2. I love reading

3. I enjoy watching reality tv

Clinical Therapist

In order for one to heal one must release what they’re suppressing. Together we will work on effective coping strategies to address the root cause to any difficulties you’re struggling with . My space is safe and allows you to get back to “a healed you”. With my personal life experiences included, I specialize in LGBTQIA+ Affirmative therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, psycho-education, evidence-based treatments and Co Occurring Disorders.

Fun facts

1. I love to travel (it’s self care)

2. Turtles are my favorite animal

3. I am a daredevil

Clinical Therapist

I believe that therapy should be a safe and welcoming environment where the clients can vent, explore their feelings, and work through the things going on in their lives. I am a current graduate student at Wayne State University working towards a Master's degree in Social Work. I love working with people, and I have been involved in this field since I was 14 years old. It is truly my passion. My goal is to make therapy an enjoyable time for my clients. It doesn't have to be so serious! I enjoy seeing a wide range of clients, and I look forward to working with you soon.

Fun facts:

I am a cat mom to a fluffy Maine Coon named Augustine (Auggie or Augs for short)

I live in Detroit and absolutely love living in the city!

I love to travel and sightsee

Clinical Therapist

Life can be very stressful and overwhelming. I am here to help you master good habits to reduce stress and anxiety for a better sense of peace and mental clarity. My CBT approach helps you manage stress and anxious thoughts. It helps you learn how to become resilient against those negative feelings in your life. I have both my Bachelors and Masters degree in Social Work from Wayne State University with a focus on Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I look forward to collaborating with you to support your goals.

Fun facts:

1. I love massages

2. I love watching romantic comedies

3. I love 90's R&B

Clinical Therapist

I have experience in teaching/tutoring; special education, mental health; behavioral therapy/psychotherapy. I have also worked in the medical field as a PCT/CNA. I enjoy adding value to people's lives and helping people improve their circumstances. I'm obsessed with improvement and building valuable skill sets. I am an introvert that has the capacity to open up in environments that elicit opportunities for personal growth. I find it refreshing to meditate and/or do yoga. I can also enjoy engaging in thought provoking conversations; I mainly bide my leisure time reading/writing and creating various pieces of art. I favor Solution Focused Narrative Therapy to build creative solutions.

Fun Facts:

1. I have 8 siblings, 15 nieces and nephews

2. I am very athletic; I used to play basketball, and I used to body build.

3. I am currently building my own publishing company

Therapist Intern

I have made it my job to normalize therapy in different communities. From the church to the LGBTQ+ community. I believe that the purpose of therapy is to help you discover the answers that you need to your past struggles, present difficulties, and future questions, that are already inside you. I am not the traditional therapist, and I plan to use every tool in OUR arsenal to help you process. Like Captain Planet, I want to combine our “powers” to help you process and work through individual, family, and whatever other issues that may come up. Listening to you will be my goal, but I do not mind pulling an “Iyanla” (google her) on you and getting you to do your own work. I have worked hard at making sure to find the line for you in therapeutic intervention as well as spiritual guidance.

Fun Facts:

1. I almost made it to Hollywood at an American Idol Audition.

2. I have 3 favorite musical artists, from 3 different genres (Beyonce’, Celine Dion & Kira Daffin)

3. I enjoy a good argument, keeps the blood pumping