Therapists for college students near Ann Arbor, MI
Do you find it challenging to relax and enjoy the present moment, especially in difficult times filled with fear and uncertainty? Are you struggling to quiet your inner critic? Do you have a hard time sitting with intense emotions, naming them, and expressing them to others? I work with female and queer clients who want to feel more grounded, present, and empowered in their lives. Things such as trauma, substance use, anxiety, and depression can impact our ability to connect with our bodies, feel our feelings, and experience safety in the present moment. In addition to talk therapy, I offer somatic therapy: Brainspotting (which is similar to EMDR) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Somatic therapy uses a bottom-up approach of feeling vs. thinking. The body contains so much intuitive wisdom, and being able to sit with challenging sensations – in a safe and controlled way – can lead to better emotion regulation. Therapy can be challenging, so I strive to provide a light-hearted, non-judgmental space where humor and laughter become a part of the process. If I could be a good fit for you, email me to schedule a free consultation, or to schedule an initial session.
Life has a way of challenging the coping strategies that once served us well. Whether you're navigating a new life stage, the complexities of parenting, a significant loss, or a health challenge, these transitions can leave you feeling unsettled. I specialize in supporting individuals as they adjust to these 'new normals.' Through the therapeutic relationship we build together, I provide a safe and compassionate space to help you navigate even the most difficult times. As your burdens begin to lighten, your resilience grows, making space for renewed joy, purpose, and fulfillment. I’m an Indiana and Michigan based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping young adults, adults, and older adults (65+) manage life transitions, emotional stress, and everyday overwhelm. As a fully virtual provider, I offer flexible, confidential online therapy to clients across Michigan.
College can be really hard — it definitely was for me. I struggled with the transition, felt lost in who I was, and went through a lot: relationship issues, self-esteem stuff, grief, even addiction. That’s part of what brought me to therapy, and eventually to becoming a therapist myself. Now, I work with students who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of who they are. I know how lonely it can feel when things get heavy — and I also know that healing is possible. My approach is warm, honest, and down-to-earth. I won’t give you generic advice or try to “fix” you — instead, we’ll explore what’s going on in a way that feels real, safe, and supportive. I specialize in trauma, identity, grief, anxiety, and neurodivergence. I’m also LGBTQ+ affirming and really care about creating space for all parts of who you are. Therapy doesn’t have to be scary. You don’t have to have it all figured out. We can start wherever you are.
Welcome to Gulf Shores Counseling Center in Sarasota Florida. Our therapists are a team of qualified, experienced, caring counselors that have experience treating a wide range of mental health disorders. Our hours of operation are Monday-Thursday from 8am-8pm, Fridays from 8am -6pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm. We also participate with all major insurance payers and offer a sliding scale rate for individuals who do not have medical insurance. Please contact our client scheduler, Lisa Kane, for more information and for scheduling at 941-893-3755, extension 101
Desireé Waters understands that life can be both beautiful and overwhelming—and sometimes all at once. She believes we all deserve a space where we can pause, reflect, and receive support without judgment. Desireé offers that space and aims to be a steady, compassionate part of your support system. In the midst of busy schedules, constant responsibilities, and the unpredictability of life, it’s easy to put your own needs last. But in the therapy space, that changes. Together, you’ll create time that is just for you—focused solely on your healing, growth, and goals. Desireé fosters a safe, affirming environment where you are encouraged to be your full self and guide your own journey at a pace that feels right. Desireé brings a well-rounded background in clinical social work and school-based mental health, with experience supporting children, teens, and families. She uses a strength-based, trauma-informed approach and is especially passionate about helping young people build emotional resilience, process life transitions, and feel seen and heard. Whatever you are weathering, Desireé is here to walk alongside you with empathy and intention
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I am passionate about working with children, young adults/college students, and families. I love to assist individuals in their life transitions! My work focuses on addressing trauma with issues such as anxiety, depression, school-related stress, interpersonal relationship conflicts, family conflicts, life transitions, grief and loss, identity development. I also focus on behavioral health problems and trauma therapy. Trauma appears in various forms with a wide range of symptoms. Trauma can be an extremely hard topic to discuss. I provide a safe and confidential space to share big feelings and push past potential barriers. I have interactive toys, games, and educational material that are productive towards session. I would love to be a part of your journey in healing within therapy. Finding a good therapist that suits you is extremely important. We can set an initial get to know you phone call and/or therapy session. We may exchange emails to begin the therapy journey as well and go from there. I look forward to hearing from you via phone call, text, or email!
I believe every person’s story matters. Regardless of what you’ve been told in the past or how others have responded to you, your experiences are important. My goal is to create a space where you feel valued, heard, and respected. Counseling is not about fixing you—it’s about understanding you, honoring your story, and helping you reconnect with calm, clarity, and a sense of direction. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be honest. As a Certified Advanced Addiction & Drug Counselor, I understand that substance use is often a way of coping with pain, stress, or emotions that feel overwhelming. If you’re struggling with substance use, you may carry guilt, shame, or fear about asking for help. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore what’s behind the behaviors and work toward healthier ways of coping. Recovery is not about perfection—it’s about understanding, support, and building sustainable change one step at a time. My approach to counseling is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices. I take time to understand your goals, listen closely to your experiences, and gently guide the process through education, reflection, and meaningful conversation. We may explore family patterns, past experiences, and current stressors to better understand what’s contributing to your challenges. Healing doesn’t happen overnight, but small, steady steps can lead to lasting change. If you’re ready to explore whether counseling could be helpful for you, I’m here to support you. Whether you’re working through trauma, managing ADHD, navigating substance use concerns, or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to do it alone. You can email directly to schedule appointments at JDusendang@greatlakeswellnesscounseling.com
There comes a time when we all need support in remembering who we are. So many of us have learned to shrink, perform, or lose ourselves in order to belong. This can leave us feeling disconnected, lonely, overwhelmed, or unsure of who we are beneath the roles we've learned to carry. You may be thoughtful, capable, deeply feeling, and exhausted from carrying so much. Many of the individuals I work with are highly sensitive, often therapists, healers, helpers, and cycle-breakers, longing for deeper authenticity, secure attachment, meaningful relationships, self-trust, and a more wholehearted connection with themselves and their lives. My approach to therapy is warm, relational, holistic, and depth-oriented. Together we explore patterns, wounds, relationships, and nervous system responses keeping you stuck while helping you reconnect with your authentic self. I integrate attachment-based therapy, mindfulness, parts work, and somatic awareness to support healing and healthier relationships. Healing often begins when we no longer feel the need to hide who we are in order to feel loved, accepted, or safe. Therapy can become a space to slow down, breathe, reconnect with yourself, and begin creating change from the inside out. You do not have to navigate everything alone. I would be honored to walk alongside you in the process.
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At one time or another we all experience challenges in creating the lives we desire. I am passionate about working collaboratively with you to aid you in developing healthier relationships and learning effective strategies to overcome life's obstacles. I aid clients in addressing issues such as: stress management, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship concerns. By developing a greater understanding of ourselves and our relationships I believe that we can find greater meaning in our lives. I specialize in providing individual counseling for adults. As a therapist, I am honored to walk alongside you on your unique journey. If you are looking for a place to heal, grow, and learn how to live a deeper more meaningful life, I am passionate about helping you reach your goals.
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Comprehensive Psychological Services, P.C. is an outpatient mental health clinic with 17 licensed psychologists and licensed social workers. We provide a wide range of clinical services, to include individual therapy for children, teens, adults, and older adults. We provide substance abuse services. We provide family therapy and couples therapy. We conduct psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to address many diagnostic questions such as ADHD, psychological struggles, brain injuries, and degenerative brain conditions. Our mission is to assist people in resolving internal turmoil and conflict and find more satisfying ways to live their lives.
As a mental health therapist and licensed clinical social worker, I find great honor in walking alongside people amid different seasons of life. I work to tailor my approach towards each person's unique experiences, identities, and needs. I approach my work from a relational and trauma-informed framework while drawing from a variety of treatment modalities. My aim is to create a safe and trusting therapeutic environment that equips clients to achieve their individual goals ultimately enriching their lives. I commonly work with people presenting with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I additionally have specialized training and experience working with those who have endured complex trauma, sexual harm and those who have experienced commercial sexual exploitation or trafficking.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, CAADC with over 15 years of experience. I have specialized knowledge in trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal family Systems, (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidenced based intervention for working with individuals who have experienced trauma or disturbing events in their lives that keep them stuck. EMDR quickly moves an individual through disturbing events and negative self-beliefs, to positive self-beliefs, eliminating emotional distress. I believe improved quality of life, emotional, physical, and social, can be achieved by building upon your strengths and providing you a safe, supportive, nonjudgement environment, while respecting your hopes, dreams, and desires. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families and the LGBTQ+ community obtain the quality of life they deserve through their healing process. If you do not have the quality of life you deserve, there is hope. It would an honor to assist you with achieving the happy, healthy, and purpose driven life, with quality relationships, that you so deserve.
Are things hard right now and you feel like you are barely treading water, or not coping as you would like? Well, I am here to wade through it with you, and help you to adapt, heal, grow, and reclaim your life so you can thrive, not just survive. Typically, my clients are adults and career professionals that struggle with a variety of issues including anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, life stressors , personal growth and more. Most seek out therapy because either something big happened and it knocked them completely off balance, or a lot of little things have built up and their ability to cope and manage life has decreased. Sometimes both. They come to me feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or on edge. They may not be sleeping well, may be having relationship or school difficulties or are dealing with some kind of loss or even struggling with their medical health or have a fear or phobia. There may be a history of abuse or trauma. Or, they may simply feel stuck, uninspired, or alone and just not where they want to be in life. Yet, no matter what happened or where my clients are in their journey, I am here to empower them and help them get back on track, or in some cases, start a new path, Simply, put, I am here to support you in the process of getting, and feeling, better. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and clinical supervisor with 15 years of experience I combine authentic, relatable, down-to-earth, and compassionate care with a focus on the whole self that puts you back in control of life. While you are doing the hard work, I am your guide, teacher, listening ear, coach and support. I will push you to do, and be, better, but also be your soft place to land. I focus first on building a therapeutic foundation of safety, trust, teamwork and connection, knowing that without a good fit, therapy doesn't work. We will work together to find the right techniques and approaches that fit you and your situation best. This gives you personalized, strength-based, and holistic care where you get to be heard and express yourself, learn about (and work through) your issues, develop new skills, and create healthier habits in order to achieve better life balance and wellness. So, when you are ready to take the next step, contact me to schedule your initial appointment. My office is your safe place to breathe, heal, and grow. So kick off your shoes, get comfortable, and let’s work together to get you back in control of your life and clean out the emotional clutter. I look forward to chatting with you soon.
Our practice is welcoming and inclusive. We are located in Allendale off of Lake Michigan Drive about half a mile from the Grand Valley State University main campus. The building is private with plenty of parking. The office is about 20 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, Holland, and Muskegon.
“Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must. But take the step” – unknown. Maneuvering through life’s troubled waters can sometimes be overwhelming. In today’s hectic fast-paced world sometimes it’s good to let your guard down, relax, and release all those emotions and troubles in a safe, comfortable environment. I am ready to help you heal, explore, and gain insight into resolving any issues to live a more serene, well-balanced life. I am passionate about helping clients bring back the laughter, confidence, and security. I am caring and committed with comprehensive treatments designed for each individual I work with. I have experience in working with individuals of diverse backgrounds in all stages of life from childhood issues to adolescence to adulthood. I have assisted individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral impairments as well as those struggling with adjusting to life’s hurdles and transitioning into new beginnings. Graduating from Michigan State University with my Masters in Social Work has given me the opportunity to work in such a rewarding field allowing me to walk beside those seeking a brighter life.
Why are bios so embarrassing? A bit about me, I view issues through a systems-based lens. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and an integration of several other therapies to help my clients work through relationship issues, job and life stress, identity, anxiety, adjusting, and depression- to list a few. I strive to provide a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for my clients and strongly believe in the therapeutic relationship to strengthen progress. I look forward to going on a journey and doing work with you. Come and see me!
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