I hope to support you and your emotional wellness. I work with pre-teens and adolescents (ages 12 and above), young adults, and adults. I approach therapy through a holistic lens, using compassion and warm curiosity to support your exploration of all aspects of who you are, how you feel, and what matters to you. Using psychodynamic techniques, I believe in co-creating unique experiences and relationships, meaning that the structure of sessions is framed by what feels personally relevant to each ...
Individualized Nutrition assessments & recovery eating plans, extensive experience and expertise in eating issues, body image/weight concerns, cognitive behavioral therapy to meet your goals and provide the guidance you need. All ages, diagnoses, genders, and Mental Health needs....
I specialize in working with students, faculty, and staff to help them: --Manage academic and professional stress --Navigate and adjust to life transitions --Cope with depression and anxiety --Develop healthy relationships --Deal with grief and loss --Address the impact of trauma on day to day functioning --Explore the impact of childhood experiences --Discuss concerns about sexuality and gender --I can provide short term or long term therapy and I tailor each session to the needs o...
My hope for clients is to not merely function but to thrive! I don't want you to forgive and forget your traumas. I want you to own them and break the shame that keeps you shut down. Other people may have left you in some dark places, but you have the power to get yourself out. You deserve to have a life worth living, even in the moments you struggle to believe it. I've dedicated my career to trauma and grief therapy working with hundreds of clients and trauma professionals in a multitude of ...
I provide deep, effective counseling that goes beyond traditional talk therapy to help you resolve the root of the issue. I specialize in supporting those in high stress or high performing careers, college and graduate students and couples. We live in a world of stress and anxiety, where burn-out and relationship challenges can make you feel overwhelmed, hopeless and unsure where to turn. Healing, peace and life satisfaction is possible. Using my advanced post-graduate training, I can help you h...
I specialize working with clients who have mood disorders, trauma, learning disabilities, and developmental disabilities. Many clients identify on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and are working on finding who they are. I am a current school social worker that works with students of all walks of life. I have experience that can help you as you navigate college pressures, transitions, and career paths. I enjoy working with high school and college students. Often my clients are working through life changes...
As human beings, we are in a constant state of transition and emergence into new selves. Meaning, just as we defined ourselves in the past, we can also choose to redefine ourselves now and in the future. No matter how you would like to begin your story, I am here to help you piece the puzzle together and walk with you on this journey of self-healing. I specialize in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) – the particular women’s issue that doesn’t get enough spotlight. The symptoms that y...
Mental health issues are often most noticeable in our relationships. Clients I work with tend to experience anxiety, overwhelming emotions, and self-esteem issues that feel especially present when they are with others. This can impact your dating life, your ability to find and maintain friendships, and your satisfaction in longer term romantic and familial relationships. I help clients identify painful patterns in their lives, then dig deeper to understand where they are coming from. After w...
As therapists, we offer therapy in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment. We provide a space where individuals feel comfortable sharing their concerns so that we can work together to gain insight on life's stresses and struggles. We collaborate with clients to develop effective coping mechanisms, process through life experiences, and accomplish personal goals. Our clinical background includes therapy with individual, couples, and families related to anxiety, depression, life transi...
Are you ready to step off the Hot Mess Express, understand what’s holding you back from living the life you want, and develop new ways of navigating your world? I specialize in working with stressed college students who want to learn how to manage anxiety and tame overwhelming emotions, people who want to explore gender identity or who need support on their transition journey, and geeks of all kinds who don’t want to feel misunderstood by their therapist just because they have nerdy interests. T...
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*I’m a therapist at Lotus Consulting, a group private practice located in downtown Ann Arbor, MI. I offer therapy via telehealth only. Welcome! My name is Zena and I specialize in working with anxiety, self-esteem, interpersonal concerns, and life challenges/adjustments. I have a MA in counseling and a BS in psychology and over five years working as a therapist in various outpatient settings. My approach to therapy is integrative; I work from a client-centered/humanistic lens incorporatin...
As a therapist, my approach is grounded in connection, collaboration and curiosity. I integrate person-centered and strength-based practices to support your healing and deepen your self-awareness. Together, we will explore how you can embrace your innate strengths, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change. My work is most often with individuals (ages 8+) who are experiencing anxiety, navigating life transitions, or adjusting to significant life events such as - starting or finishing ...
I work with non-linear thinkers who are searching for a therapist with intuitive wisdom who cherishes the divergent path. I specializes in connecting with ADHDers who have always felt different even if others couldn't tell. My clients are notoriously curious and adept improvisors, who are playfully creative, but they still feel perpetually out-of-sync with the world around them. They charm others with their insight and levity, and save the biting criticisms for themselves. So they end up feel...
I am a proud Spartan MSW '11. I am certified and an approved consultant in EMDR. I am also trained in Brainspotting. I can provide trauma-focused treatment via Telehealth or in my office in Ann Arbor....
Hi there! My goal as a therapist is to create a warm, inclusive therapeutic relationship that nurtures growth and well-being. I help children, youth, and young adults who are facing anxiety, stress, trauma, and other mental health challenges along with school, relationships/boundaries, and other life issues. I am very passionate about serving BIPOC communities and making mental health services accessible. I take a mindfulness-based, strengths-based, and holistic approach to care, ensuring tha...
College is a time of incredible growth and opportunity, but it can also be incredibly challenging. Balancing academics, social life, and personal growth while navigating anxiety, past trauma, or body image concerns can feel overwhelming. You're not alone. As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in supporting students just like you. I offer a safe and supportive space to explore these challenges, develop coping strategies, and build a more fulfilling college experience. If y...
Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, burnout and grief can be debilitating. The hardest part is taking the first step and asking for “help.” Most of us like to think of ourselves as independent, competent and “tough.” Asking for help and attending therapy doesn’t mean that we are not those things. At some point in life, we all struggle with painful emotions and intrusive thoughts. You are not just another appointment on the schedule and my goal is to build a ...
College life can be exciting, but it also comes with unique pressures such as academic stress, anxiety, depression, relationship changes, identity exploration, and uncertainty about the future. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to work through these challenges and build resilience, clarity, and confidence. As a Counseling Intern pursuing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I bring not only clinical training but also years of experience mentoring others through ...
Being a therapist in a large college community has provided me many opportunities to help students adjust to the challenges of academic life. It seems something always comes up and throws you off your square. I hope I can help you navigate student life either academic related, relationships. loneliness,...