Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Pietruck Therapy Services (PTS) is a private group practice. PTS hopes to build mutual respect, trust and create a safe space with all clients. PTS has a commitment to providing culturally responsive services and strives to provide the upmost ethical practices. We are enthusiastic about working with children and families who are or have experienced trauma. We are very passionate about the work we do with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, life adjustments, ADHD and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We also have training and experience working with individuals who are on the ASD spectrum.

I have been a clinical psychologist for over 30 years. My principal orientation to therapy is cognitive behavioral—I believe that we can impact the way we feel about our lives by changing the way we interpret events and relationships. That being said, I bring to therapy a wealth of life experiences, including being a husband, father and an attorney.

Have you reached a point in your life where something just needs to give? Would you like to change your way of thinking and feeling for the better? Does setting and reaching long sought-after goals sound good to you? Would it be nice to pinpoint what you really want and need in your life and let go of negative patterns and messages from the past?

Healing and the therapeutic process does not have to be a daunting task, but a point in the marathon of life to stop and smell the roses as you walk into wholeness one step at a time!

I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but tend to primarily work with adolescents and young adults. I have the most experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or social difficulties. I enjoy working with clients who are engaged in their therapy, open to self-reflection, interested in better understanding themselves, and motivated to learn and try new strategies to make positive changes in their lives.

You have been sitting with your thoughts and seem to recycle your memories. You are excellent at suppressing your hurt and stay busy with work and life as a distraction. You may no longer connect with others the way you used to and keep friends and family at a distance. The Pandemic may have increased your anxiety and depression and you are uncertain where to begin. Your worry and fear come out as: anger, sadness and controlling behaviors, due to questioning your worth and self esteem. Will I ever feel truly happy? Will I feel truly loved? Will I find my life path and the career that makes my soul soar? Will I learn to forgive?

Hi! I’m Kuan-Ting, or you can also call me Sherry (either name works for me!). I have experience working with children with Autism in various settings during my undergrad and graduate studies. I have a profound passion for helping people navigate through life's challenges such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and various other hurdles.

Now, more than ever, you may find yourself or a loved one carrying an extra heavy load. I strive to serve my community by way of data-based psychological and therapeutic services including psychological and neuropsychological assessment with adult, as well as adolescent, clients of all races, religions, and orientations. My practice emphasizes therapeutic treatment of individuals with anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues and interpersonal conflict. My primary goal is to provide an open, empathic environment where life's challenges can be confronted, overcome, and some of the load can be lightened and left behind.

Hi- I’m so happy you’re here! Being human is not always easy, and, at times, navigating what life has to offer can feel complicated or overwhelming. Because of this, we all sometimes need some extra support, a listening-ear, or a safe space to just talk about everything and anything. I would love to work with you to build a safe, meaningful, and collaborative space to explore your thoughts and emotions while also helping you to develop new skills, understandings, and ways of healing.

**Currently I am not taking new clients** I focus on the client's strengths to help cope with the challenges that life brings. I take a behavioral approach to understanding ourselves, our relationships, and how change is possible. Working with parents and families to bring understanding and skills of how to make our relationships stronger and more functional day to day.

Welcome! The Mary A. Rackham Institute's (MARI) University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers compassionate, evidence-based, confidential, and culturally humble mental health treatment and testing for children, adolescents, teens, and their families. We serve U-M affiliated families and the local and broader Michigan community. UCCF has a multi-disciplinary staff of psychologists, social workers, a psychiatrist, BCBAs, a speech-language pathologist, and advanced level clinicians-in-training. We are deeply invested in the overall growth and well-being of our diverse clientele. Common presenting concerns include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, parenting management, relationship challenges, grief/loss, testing/evaluation, and behavioral concerns. Our facility was designed with families in mind; our waiting room includes a play room for children, diaper changing stations in all of our restrooms, and child care may be available during appointments depending on U-M student staffing availability.

The population I work with are adults, ages 25+. I offer individual and couples' therapy sessions. My practice as a psychotherapist has always been to help the individual to deal with daily shortcomings and vicissitudes of life. Many times, this is a result of learned behavior acquired in the course of their emotional/psychological developments from early childhood to present.

I am a motivational therapist. I teach what helped me to stop feeling preoccupied with pennies and getting occupied making millions. I will first understand you, where you are. Baseline. One of the best solutions to reduce depression (the past) and anxiety (the future) is to joyfully live in the present. The "broken records" of verbal and other addictions are not your friends. Joy and productivity are your friends, along with the friend who never offers you negative news. As we learn, changes must generalize from each meeting to other settings with helpful tools for your greatest life experiences.

*Not currently taking new clients* Being a human is hard, and for most of us, no one has guided us how to navigate through the messiness of life. At some point in our lives, we might find ourselves lost and stuck. It takes a lot of courage to reflect inwards and work on ourselves. I'm committed to understanding your story in the full context of your experiences and helping you make the changes you want to see. Humor is also important to me, and I hope we can find ways to laugh together. I strive to create a therapeutic space with you that supports healing, resolution, and where you can practice skills that you can use everyday.

I've been in practice for over 10 years and have seen patients from three-ninety years old. Many transitions occur throughout the lifespan and during these transitions; some can be more difficult than expected and need examining for better understanding and practices. To do this I facilitate an environment free of judgement and help my patients understand their feelings and thoughts, as well as how to improve their behaviors to better their lives and futures. I enjoy my work and very much and strive to help people find their own voice, achieve their greatest accomplishments and successes in life, love, and work.

I provide an eclectic approach, primarily utilizing behavioral, humanistic, psycho-spiritual, and inner child modalities – with a specialization in complex trauma, shadow work, generational patterns, and the journey to authenticity. My practice is person-centered, meaning that I’m a guide in your exploration of self – I may be nudging and pointing things out, but you, as the client, are ultimately leading where we go. My goal is to enrich and point out the positive traits that you already possess, and offer acknowledgment into aspects of yourself or your circumstances that you maybe haven’t seen yet.

First and foremost, thank you for seeking out therapy. Choosing to be emotionally open with someone you don’t know can be extremely difficult. You might feel skeptical or anxious, like it’s a waste of time or I’ll judge you for what you tell me. You don’t know me yet, but please trust me when I say that neither of those are true. Regardless of your reason for seeing me, I am your advocate. I will stand with you and help you accomplish whatever it is you want to accomplish. Think of me like your well-informed sidekick.

Being human is not always easy and life can be quite difficult. There may be times when you worry about the future, feel angry or sad; guilty or ashamed; feel upset about the emotional pain you are experiencing; or feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Therapy can help by providing you with the tools and insights to help you navigate through the most difficult of life's experiences. I believe our most challenging times in life can also be our greatest opportunity for change and growth-therapy is the place to nurture that process.

I have experience working with children and adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric setting as well as in ABA settings. I have helped clients to address anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skill deficits, oppositional defiant disorder, relational conflict, trauma, and self-esteem issues. I am passionate about working with the emerging adult and adolescent population as it is a transformative time of growth and discovery. I want to be able to journey with you through major life transitions using trauma-informed care where needed. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with unconditional positive regard.