Therapists in East Lansing, MI
Accepting new clients! I specialize in providing care for individuals dealing with trauma, loss, anxiety disorders, depression and spirituality. I use a cognitive behavioral approach that is easy going and relaxed. I like to incorporate mindfulness practices and breathing techniques that are easy to use. I am very excited to be able to work with you and look forward to assisting you to becoming the best you possible!
Accepting new clients! I specialize in providing care for individuals dealing with trauma, loss, anxiety disorders, depression and spirituality. I use a cognitive behavioral approach that is easy going and relaxed. I like to incorporate mindfulness practices and breathing techniques that are easy to use. I am very excited to be able to work with you and look forward to assisting you to becoming the best you possible!
Aimee LaFear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823 (Online Only)
Hi I am a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Michigan. I received my Masters Degree from Wayne State University and have been practicing for 23 years. I support children and caregivers in addressing a variety of issues that might be impacting relationships. I help parents and children create the relationships that they are wanting for themselves.
Hi I am a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Michigan. I received my Masters Degree from Wayne State University and have been practicing for 23 years. I support children and caregivers in addressing a variety of issues that might be impacting relationships. I help parents and children create the relationships that they are wanting for themselves.
Angelica Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping women, & adolescents who are going through the hardships life can bring us. Living in today's society brings challenges that can feel suffocating on top of daily life tasks and hardships. Avoiding painful areas of our lives can lead to addictions to cover up those feelings, however dulling the pain with harmful addictive behaviors can further add hurt to ourselves and the ones around us. We each have strengths and assets, instead of avoiding the challenging areas, I encourage clients to engage in personal growth and exploration, to dig in and discover the areas they can evolve and grow.
I am passionate about helping women, & adolescents who are going through the hardships life can bring us. Living in today's society brings challenges that can feel suffocating on top of daily life tasks and hardships. Avoiding painful areas of our lives can lead to addictions to cover up those feelings, however dulling the pain with harmful addictive behaviors can further add hurt to ourselves and the ones around us. We each have strengths and assets, instead of avoiding the challenging areas, I encourage clients to engage in personal growth and exploration, to dig in and discover the areas they can evolve and grow.
Elizabeth Lucarelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823 (Online Only)
I am Elizabeth Lucarelli, a licensed clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience providing mental health care across diverse settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home environments. I specialize in telehealth services, offering compassionate care throughout the lifespan, from birth to end-of-life. My extensive training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for insomnia, mindfulness-based therapy for anxiety and depression, and solution-focused therapy for immediate and practical solutions.
I am Elizabeth Lucarelli, a licensed clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience providing mental health care across diverse settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home environments. I specialize in telehealth services, offering compassionate care throughout the lifespan, from birth to end-of-life. My extensive training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for insomnia, mindfulness-based therapy for anxiety and depression, and solution-focused therapy for immediate and practical solutions.
As a solution focused ONLINE COUNSELOR my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a healthy, energetic life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand, process and resolve obstacles to your happiness & well-being. By applying safe & gentle holistic therapy approaches and techniques, solely at your discretion, we will alleviate your emotional distress and work through negative perceptions and behaviors that have been holding you back from living life to the fullest.
As a solution focused ONLINE COUNSELOR my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a healthy, energetic life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand, process and resolve obstacles to your happiness & well-being. By applying safe & gentle holistic therapy approaches and techniques, solely at your discretion, we will alleviate your emotional distress and work through negative perceptions and behaviors that have been holding you back from living life to the fullest.
Jessica Krueger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
Not accepting new clients
*NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Hi there! My name is Jessica, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I believe the real job of therapy is to provide a safe place where you get to know yourself better and make changes in your life. My goal is to help you express emotions that are interfering with your life, and guide you through them at your own pace. It is a collaborative process where we work together to explore what you are going through and identify what you are looking to accomplish. It is important to me throughout this process you are feeling heard, understood, and respected.
*NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Hi there! My name is Jessica, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I believe the real job of therapy is to provide a safe place where you get to know yourself better and make changes in your life. My goal is to help you express emotions that are interfering with your life, and guide you through them at your own pace. It is a collaborative process where we work together to explore what you are going through and identify what you are looking to accomplish. It is important to me throughout this process you are feeling heard, understood, and respected.
Sometimes in life we struggle and feel overwhelmed by our problems or circumstances. During these times, it is beneficial to sit with a compassionate and objective therapist to help identify potential solutions that lead to change, improvement, and growth. Often, people have erroneous thought patterns or long held mistaken beliefs about themselves, which prevent them from achieving the life they want. My approach is to create a sensitive and nonjudgmental environment to assist you in properly identifying the root cause of the problem or to provide the coping skills that make the situation less overwhelming and more tolerable.
Sometimes in life we struggle and feel overwhelmed by our problems or circumstances. During these times, it is beneficial to sit with a compassionate and objective therapist to help identify potential solutions that lead to change, improvement, and growth. Often, people have erroneous thought patterns or long held mistaken beliefs about themselves, which prevent them from achieving the life they want. My approach is to create a sensitive and nonjudgmental environment to assist you in properly identifying the root cause of the problem or to provide the coping skills that make the situation less overwhelming and more tolerable.
My primary area of focus is working with LGBT clients, particularly transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals. I consider it an honor to be able to support members of my community. I believe that community is a need and no one should be alone in their identity. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients come to a better understanding of themselves, who they want to be, and how they want to live their lives.
My primary area of focus is working with LGBT clients, particularly transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals. I consider it an honor to be able to support members of my community. I believe that community is a need and no one should be alone in their identity. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients come to a better understanding of themselves, who they want to be, and how they want to live their lives.
Harper Psychological, PLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
Currently accepting new clients (both telemed and in-person sessions)! Making the decision to seek out professional mental health services is the first step in moving towards a healthy life. At Harper Psychological, we make this first step seamless with easy scheduling and virtually no waiting period to be seen. Our office is comfortable, quiet and a safe place to work on issues. Understandably so, this is an uncertain time for many, let me help.
Currently accepting new clients (both telemed and in-person sessions)! Making the decision to seek out professional mental health services is the first step in moving towards a healthy life. At Harper Psychological, we make this first step seamless with easy scheduling and virtually no waiting period to be seen. Our office is comfortable, quiet and a safe place to work on issues. Understandably so, this is an uncertain time for many, let me help.
Marla Saint Gilles
Psychologist, PhD, PL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48824
Waitlist for new clients
Immediate openings currently for psychological/psychoeducational testing. Waitlist for new therapy clients. Are you a teen or young adult struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? A parent of a child who is struggling academically, emotionally and/or behaviorally? My name is Dr. Marla Saint Gilles, and I want to help the child, teen or young adult in your life get the therapeutic support they deserve to heal, grow and thrive. I provide individual therapy, parent consultation sessions, and psychological/ psychoeducational evaluations for individuals ages 4- young adult.
Immediate openings currently for psychological/psychoeducational testing. Waitlist for new therapy clients. Are you a teen or young adult struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? A parent of a child who is struggling academically, emotionally and/or behaviorally? My name is Dr. Marla Saint Gilles, and I want to help the child, teen or young adult in your life get the therapeutic support they deserve to heal, grow and thrive. I provide individual therapy, parent consultation sessions, and psychological/ psychoeducational evaluations for individuals ages 4- young adult.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here! Uncertainty in our lives, feelings of depression, sadness, and heightened anxieties can leave us feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Life doesn't come with an instructional manual and we can feel hopeless and helpless in struggling to manage our emotions, relationships and careers. Having someone in your corner for support and judgement free therapeutic solutions can make all the difference. You don't have to do it alone.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here! Uncertainty in our lives, feelings of depression, sadness, and heightened anxieties can leave us feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Life doesn't come with an instructional manual and we can feel hopeless and helpless in struggling to manage our emotions, relationships and careers. Having someone in your corner for support and judgement free therapeutic solutions can make all the difference. You don't have to do it alone.
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When it comes to starting therapy, I like to meet an individual for who and where they are. I want to learn about them and their ideas, hopes, failures and many different thoughts. Together we can start to uncover where there is uneasiness and slowly make changes where they are needed. We can also uncover and build upon the strengths you are aware and unaware of inside of you.
When it comes to starting therapy, I like to meet an individual for who and where they are. I want to learn about them and their ideas, hopes, failures and many different thoughts. Together we can start to uncover where there is uneasiness and slowly make changes where they are needed. We can also uncover and build upon the strengths you are aware and unaware of inside of you.
As a therapist, I know that few things are as important to the process of therapy as the working relationship between the client and their therapist. This is why I approach every session and every client with empathy, warmth, and unconditional positive regard. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is safe and non-judgmental – where you are the expert of your own experience, where you feel validated at the intersection of your various identities, and where you feel understood as a whole person.
As a therapist, I know that few things are as important to the process of therapy as the working relationship between the client and their therapist. This is why I approach every session and every client with empathy, warmth, and unconditional positive regard. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is safe and non-judgmental – where you are the expert of your own experience, where you feel validated at the intersection of your various identities, and where you feel understood as a whole person.
Taking the first step can be difficult, but here you are – taking that step, being brave, and showing up for yourself. If you have been struggling with depression, anxiety, or life stress, I welcome you as you bravely choose to show up for yourself and make yourself a priority. My approach to therapy is person-centered and strengths-based, focusing on a psychodynamic approach to target what matters most to you.
Taking the first step can be difficult, but here you are – taking that step, being brave, and showing up for yourself. If you have been struggling with depression, anxiety, or life stress, I welcome you as you bravely choose to show up for yourself and make yourself a priority. My approach to therapy is person-centered and strengths-based, focusing on a psychodynamic approach to target what matters most to you.
Tanya Saylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823 (Online Only)
Hello I am an independently licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience.
Hello I am an independently licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience.
Currently accepting new virtual and in-person clients. Life can be overwhelming, and we all need support at times. Therapy can be one tool in navigating challenges, improving relationships and strengthening your self-awareness. I'm grateful for the opportunity to provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for clients to process their struggles and explore their potential. I have experience working with adolescents, college students and adults on issues of trauma, anxiety and depression. I enjoy empowering clients through transitional life phases such as adjusting to college, navigating relational or career changes and becoming parents.
Currently accepting new virtual and in-person clients. Life can be overwhelming, and we all need support at times. Therapy can be one tool in navigating challenges, improving relationships and strengthening your self-awareness. I'm grateful for the opportunity to provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for clients to process their struggles and explore their potential. I have experience working with adolescents, college students and adults on issues of trauma, anxiety and depression. I enjoy empowering clients through transitional life phases such as adjusting to college, navigating relational or career changes and becoming parents.
Sara B Dupuis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
Relationships play an important role in our everyday lives. When relationships get off track, it can be so overwhelming. As such, I work with individuals, couples, and families to help heal the hurts and the pain of relational dynamics as well as trauma.
Marcius Brock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823 (Online Only)
If you're seeking a realistic approach in modifying your current circumstances maybe I can lend some assistance. Life outcomes will have a better chance to come to fruition when one's will and subsequent expectant behavior aligns themselves accordingly. And the connection is ownership of the aforementioned.
If you're seeking a realistic approach in modifying your current circumstances maybe I can lend some assistance. Life outcomes will have a better chance to come to fruition when one's will and subsequent expectant behavior aligns themselves accordingly. And the connection is ownership of the aforementioned.
Melissa Manninen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
I provide clinical serves to a diverse range of individuals, adolescence through adulthood, to address anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, addictions, life transitions, relationship concerns, school and employment stressors, and health concerns including brain injury and disability.
I provide clinical serves to a diverse range of individuals, adolescence through adulthood, to address anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, addictions, life transitions, relationship concerns, school and employment stressors, and health concerns including brain injury and disability.
Maureen Fabiano
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
Waitlist for new clients
I would like the opportunity to join with you while you are facing challenging times, so you can have more of the life you want with less emotional discomfort and distress. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental professional relationship. I will carefully listen, provide knowledgeable feedback, and collaboratively work with you toward your desired goal or goals. I have many years of therapy experience. I primarily work with individuals and some couples.
I would like the opportunity to join with you while you are facing challenging times, so you can have more of the life you want with less emotional discomfort and distress. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental professional relationship. I will carefully listen, provide knowledgeable feedback, and collaboratively work with you toward your desired goal or goals. I have many years of therapy experience. I primarily work with individuals and some couples.
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Number of Therapists in East Lansing, MI
500+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in East Lansing, MI who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Coping Skills |
67% | Relationship Issues |
66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
64% | Aetna |
55% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in East Lansing, MI see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.