Erin Ernst, a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, understands that the treatment relationship is a critical component of successful therapy. This principle serves as a cornerstone in her work with children, adolescents, and adults alike. Erin strives to create a warm and safe space where clients feel at ease, enabling meaningful collaboration to identify strengths and skills, navigate through significant life events, articulate feelings, and cultivate positive coping strategies. When working with younger clients, she adopts a collaborative approach, often incorporating parent sessions into the therapeutic process. Erin is committed to empowering all her clients to lead more confident and meaningful lives. <br /> <br /> She partners with each individual to establish goals that reflect the changes they wish to see and develops personalized plans that weave life experiences with established therapeutic interventions. Erin supports individuals grappling with various concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, school-related stress, emotional dysregulation, and pivotal life transitions. Utilizing a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's unique needs and aspirations, Erin is devoted to providing holistic and effective support. Recognizing that seeking a therapist for oneself or a child can be a daunting endeavor, she gladly offers a free phone consultation to help potential clients determine if she is the right fit for their journey. Erin's warm approach ensures that every client feels valued and understood as they embark on their path to healing.

Johanna Phillips is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who excels in building a therapeutic alliance that helps her understand each client’s unique environment, challenges, and goals. She emphasizes the importance of a collaborative and supportive professional relationship as the foundation for effective therapy. Integrating intersectional and feminist approaches, Johanna is passionate about assisting individuals in navigating their identities and orientations. She specializes in modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, somatic-based interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These methods are designed to identify issues, facilitate trauma healing, and promote personal growth. Johanna believes that every person possesses the inherent capacity for growth and change. She meets individuals where they are—free from judgment—to help them overcome external and internal barriers. In a safe and nurturing space, clients can heal past wounds, allowing them to cultivate and maintain healthy, functional, and fulfilling relationships.

Michele Rivette is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, known for her thoughtful approach to treating adults facing various challenges. With credentials including LMSW and BCD, she specializes in important areas such as sleep disturbances, anxiety, and eating disorders. Michele employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), to meet the unique needs of her clients. Her culturally sensitive practice ensures an inclusive atmosphere where individuals, couples, and families can explore their concerns. Michele’s dedication to helping clients achieve their goals is evident through her use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), alongside family systems and motivational interviewing techniques. With an emphasis on understanding and growth, Michele Rivette is committed to guiding her clients towards greater well-being and fulfillment.

Wendy Thompson, a licensed psychologist with a PhD, offers compassionate support to individuals of all ages including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. Her extensive experience in addressing issues such as mood disorders, anxiety, and coping skills enables her to provide effective intervention strategies tailored to each client's needs. Wendy specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). She also conducts autism evaluations utilizing ADOS and ADIR, alongside neuropsychological and educational assessments. Wendy creates a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their inner strength and engage in respectful self-expression. She empowers clients to understand their emotional and behavioral challenges while equipping them with essential skills to enhance their well-being and improve relationships. With a strong belief in the potential for personal growth, Wendy is dedicated to guiding her clients toward a brighter future.

Nicole Labrie, a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, brings a wealth of experience in helping adults navigate the complexities of their emotions and behaviors. She understands that being human can be challenging, with no control over our brains, bodies, or the actions of others. Nicole provides a safe and nurturing space for individuals seeking to explore their emotions and establish effective patterns aligned with their values. Through her expertise in mindfulness-based therapy, EMDR, and Compassion Focused Therapy, clients can expect to enhance their self-esteem, cultivate deeper connections in relationships, and develop a more compassionate inner dialogue. Nicole welcomes adults from all orientations and backgrounds to confront their challenges and work towards meaningful solutions. She looks forward to assisting individuals in building their best lives through therapeutic collaboration.

Amy Lawson is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over fifteen years of experience supporting adolescents and adults facing a diverse array of mental health and substance abuse disorders. She adopts an empathic, strengths-based approach to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, as well as relationship and career transitions. With experience working with individuals who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, Amy utilizes various therapeutic techniques including Person-Centered Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Maternal mental health is a particular area of interest for her; she holds a certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) and is passionate about assisting pregnant and postpartum families in their transition to parenthood, particularly those facing difficulties. Her advanced training in perinatal loss and grief further supports her commitment to this important area. Amy is eager to connect with those who might find her approach beneficial.

Sarah Levar, LMSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with a rich history of supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. She recognizes the immense courage it takes for people to engage in therapy and is committed to fostering a non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to initiate positive changes in their lives. Sarah emphasizes building collaborative relationships through validation and guidance, and has a particular passion for assisting young adults during difficult transitions, as well as couples and individuals grappling with infertility. With substantial experience in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, Sarah employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Somatic, Trauma-Focused, Attachment-Based, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. Equally skilled in supporting clients across different ages—children, teens, young adults, and families—she also provides supervision to fellow clinicians. Since 2007, Sarah has been actively involved in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area, dedicating 15 years to non-profit and private practice work centered on social justice and mental health advocacy.

Margaret Levasseur is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, specializing in a customized and individualized approach to therapy. She understands that each person's journey is unique and excels in meeting clients where they are, guiding them to discover and utilize the tools necessary to navigate their struggles with depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, poor self-esteem, trauma, and adjustment issues. Drawing from her expertise in modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Therapy, and EMDR, Margaret empowers her clients to delve deeper into their present issues through a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens. With a certificate from the Sexual Health Certificate Program at the University of Michigan, she also brings specialized knowledge in Sex Therapy. Currently training in Level 2 of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Margaret continually enriches her skills to provide the best therapeutic experience. She takes pride in creating a warm and welcoming environment, infused with humor, which allows her clients to feel comfortable being themselves. Margaret is dedicated to fostering independence, personal growth, and increased self-worth, ultimately helping individuals reach their best selves through insight and acceptance.

Dr. Rachel Levine Baruch is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, specializing in working with teens and adults facing a range of challenges, including depression, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and relationship issues. With a compassionate approach, she employs various therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and the Gottman Method, among others. Dr. Levine Baruch's commitment to integrative and person-centered care fosters a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and navigate their relationships. Her focus on attachment-based and emotionally focused therapies helps individuals and couples build stronger connections, facilitating personal growth and healing. Rachel's genuine warmth and expertise create a transformative space where clients can work towards their goals with confidence and hope.

Ari Levy-Hussen, PhD, MS, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a dedicated Faculty/Staff Counselor at Michigan Medicine. Specializing in providing support to active Michigan Medicine employees within the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience (OCWR), Ari works across a broad age spectrum. Her practice is grounded in a multicultural and humanistic framework, employing an integrative approach that includes mindfulness-based interventions, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other modalities. Ari's clinical focus emphasizes the importance of meaning and values when navigating life's challenges, providing a transformative space for connection and healing. She adeptly addresses a variety of issues, including healthcare worker burnout, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relational dynamics, and minority stress pertaining to diverse identities. Ari earned her M.S. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, her Ph.D. in Women's Studies from Emory University, and holds both an M.A. and a B.A. in Women’s Studies, Sociology, and History from the University of Texas at Austin.

Juliann Li Verdugo, a passionate clinical social worker and therapist with an MSW and LLMSW, is dedicated to providing client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed therapy. She has extensive experience working with both children and adults across various contexts, including depression, anxiety, identity, relationships, stress, and other mental health concerns. Juliann's clinical interests include Asian American mental health, LGBTQIA+ and multicultural issues, families impacted by mental illness, and supporting college student populations. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in cultural humility and emphasizes the importance of understanding how values and identities shape individual experiences. Utilizing a relational-cultural framework and an intersectional lens, Juliann recognizes the unique strengths, values, and lived experiences that each client brings, striving to form a partnership that best meets their needs. She holds client self-determination in high regard and is deeply committed to social justice and empowerment in her work. Juliann understands the courage it takes to be vulnerable and explore personal challenges, and she is honored to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, valued, and seen. Her priority is to be present with clients, tailoring each session to cater to their individual needs.

Stephanie Lin is a Limited Licensed Psychologist who understands that being human can be a challenging journey. Many individuals find themselves navigating the complexities of life without a roadmap, often feeling lost and stuck. Stephanie is committed to providing support and guidance as clients reflect inward and work on personal growth. With a strong belief that humor is an essential part of healing, she aims to foster a therapeutic environment that not only encourages healing and resolution but also incorporates moments of laughter. Stephanie has garnered valuable experience as a research assistant at Stanford University and the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Palo Alto, and she operates under the supervision of esteemed professionals, Dr. Karin Lutter Arizala and Dr. Thomas J. Waltz. Her practice is built on evidence-based methodologies, infused with a multicultural approach. She particularly enjoys collaborating with college students, individuals navigating cultural transitions, and those dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic health conditions, and relationship dynamics. Through a team-oriented psychotherapy approach, Stephanie helps her clients gain clarity and discover the steps needed to build the fulfilling life they desire.

Michael Linkevich is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist devoted to helping individuals, children, and families regain balance in their lives. Whether facing challenges related to anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), autism spectrum disorders, or other significant life transitions, Michael non-judgmentally assesses the issues at hand and collaborates with clients to establish tailored goals and a comprehensive treatment plan. His practice spans two distinct areas: working with children, teens, and their families as well as adults, ensuring that every client receives personalized therapy that addresses their specific needs. Through a rich background in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, Michael utilizes modalities including Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), among others. His extensive experience includes both direct client therapy and teaching therapy techniques to psychiatry residents. With a deep commitment to empathy, compassion, and collaboration, Michael invites clients to engage in a therapeutic experience rooted in scientific evidence while providing a warm and supportive environment for healing and growth.