Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI
We offer play therapy to children as young as two, individual and group therapy to teens, family and couples therapy, parent coaching, individual therapy for parents and grandparents, biofeedback training, executive function coaching, yoga, and comprehensive psychological testing.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
We offer play therapy to children as young as two, individual and group therapy to teens, family and couples therapy, parent coaching, individual therapy for parents and grandparents, biofeedback training, executive function coaching, yoga, and comprehensive psychological testing.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
I provide individual and family therapy, play therapy, and parenting support for children with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.
Children and adolescents often develop challenging behaviors as a way of expressing their inner thoughts and feelings that they don't have the words to explain. I help give youth a voice through creating a trusting environment where they feel safe to explore emotions, share thoughts, and develop solutions. I use unique interventions tailored to your child's strengths in order to foster a space where they feel supported and motivated to change.
I provide individual and family therapy, play therapy, and parenting support for children with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.
Children and adolescents often develop challenging behaviors as a way of expressing their inner thoughts and feelings that they don't have the words to explain. I help give youth a voice through creating a trusting environment where they feel safe to explore emotions, share thoughts, and develop solutions. I use unique interventions tailored to your child's strengths in order to foster a space where they feel supported and motivated to change.
Hi, I’m Kayla Ineich, and I’m here to support you through life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, ADHD/ADD, depression, trauma, and relationship dynamics. My ideal clients might be children dealing with childhood issues, individuals seeking personal growth, or couples wanting to strengthen their connection. They’re looking for support, understanding, and practical tools to feel more in control of their emotions and life.
Hi, I’m Kayla Ineich, and I’m here to support you through life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, ADHD/ADD, depression, trauma, and relationship dynamics. My ideal clients might be children dealing with childhood issues, individuals seeking personal growth, or couples wanting to strengthen their connection. They’re looking for support, understanding, and practical tools to feel more in control of their emotions and life.
Music can be a safe outlet for intense emotions. I help young people express themselves through music. Using a variety of music therapy techniques, including Nordoff-Robbin/Creative Music Therapy, improvisation, songwriting/composition, learning an instrument/singing, ensemble playing, listening to and combining music with other creative disciplines. I am a board-certified music therapist who works with people of all ages, from newborns to those at the end-of-life. Music touches us in ways that nothing else does, helping us feel safe, connected, even powerful. Music helps is express emotions, make meaning, process trauma and more.
Music can be a safe outlet for intense emotions. I help young people express themselves through music. Using a variety of music therapy techniques, including Nordoff-Robbin/Creative Music Therapy, improvisation, songwriting/composition, learning an instrument/singing, ensemble playing, listening to and combining music with other creative disciplines. I am a board-certified music therapist who works with people of all ages, from newborns to those at the end-of-life. Music touches us in ways that nothing else does, helping us feel safe, connected, even powerful. Music helps is express emotions, make meaning, process trauma and more.
Kelly Kundrat (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Michigan. Kelly is passionate about social justice through critical consciousness raising, education, and advocacy. She strives to check her own biases and dismantle oppressive beliefs within herself to promote equity. She takes a Person-In-Environment approach to clinical care, recognizing the impact that systems have on individuals within the therapeutic setting. Kelly takes a strengths-based, trauma-informed, mindfulness, client-centered approach to therapy. Goals are established by clients, and for clients while she provides support.
Kelly Kundrat (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Michigan. Kelly is passionate about social justice through critical consciousness raising, education, and advocacy. She strives to check her own biases and dismantle oppressive beliefs within herself to promote equity. She takes a Person-In-Environment approach to clinical care, recognizing the impact that systems have on individuals within the therapeutic setting. Kelly takes a strengths-based, trauma-informed, mindfulness, client-centered approach to therapy. Goals are established by clients, and for clients while she provides support.
Heather Kadrich
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
If you’re struggling with the weight of past trauma, you’re not alone—and healing is possible. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complex emotions and challenges that rise from traumatic experience with a compassionate, evidence based approach. I work closely with each client to create a safe and supportive environment where healing can happen. Together we can work toward a future free from the shadows of the past. In addition to trauma work, I also have experience working with the many challenges that can arise from living with a disability, including, self advocacy, identity formation, and social challenges.
If you’re struggling with the weight of past trauma, you’re not alone—and healing is possible. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complex emotions and challenges that rise from traumatic experience with a compassionate, evidence based approach. I work closely with each client to create a safe and supportive environment where healing can happen. Together we can work toward a future free from the shadows of the past. In addition to trauma work, I also have experience working with the many challenges that can arise from living with a disability, including, self advocacy, identity formation, and social challenges.
Jennifer S. Bowles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, JD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (Online Only)
When life just gets too hard, my job is to help empower people to get where they want and need to be. Whether a person is struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, life transitions, family of origin issues, current relationships, or problems at work, I put my all into working alongside clients to draw out internal strengths and build a new, wonderful life. I am here to listen and to work alongside them so that they leave therapy much stronger and more hopeful than when they first came in. Together, we draw out strengths, transform old patterns, and build toward a new life: Life can get better!
When life just gets too hard, my job is to help empower people to get where they want and need to be. Whether a person is struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, life transitions, family of origin issues, current relationships, or problems at work, I put my all into working alongside clients to draw out internal strengths and build a new, wonderful life. I am here to listen and to work alongside them so that they leave therapy much stronger and more hopeful than when they first came in. Together, we draw out strengths, transform old patterns, and build toward a new life: Life can get better!
Great Lakes Perinatal Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
Our founder was selected prestigiously as a University of Michigan field faculty instructor. We are a Mental Health Therapy office. Our founder has a Master's Degree from the number one school in clinical social work in the United States of America; the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and was clinically trained as a social worker psychotherapist by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System, where she also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues and continue to work with communities and groups of diverse backgrounds.
Our founder was selected prestigiously as a University of Michigan field faculty instructor. We are a Mental Health Therapy office. Our founder has a Master's Degree from the number one school in clinical social work in the United States of America; the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and was clinically trained as a social worker psychotherapist by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System, where she also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues and continue to work with communities and groups of diverse backgrounds.
Kayla Wiitala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can openly express themselves and feel truly heard. My goal is to collaborate with you in a way that honors your experiences, values, and aspirations. I believe in a strengths-based approach because it is important to acknowledge that all of us have strengths even when there are stressors within our lives.
I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can openly express themselves and feel truly heard. My goal is to collaborate with you in a way that honors your experiences, values, and aspirations. I believe in a strengths-based approach because it is important to acknowledge that all of us have strengths even when there are stressors within our lives.
I am a board-certified therapist with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. I was clinically trained as a social worker by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System Depression Center, where I also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues.
I am a board-certified therapist with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. I was clinically trained as a social worker by the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Health System Depression Center, where I also conducted research on a variety of mental health issues.
Kulkiran K Nakai
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I take a heartfelt, collaborative, and emboldening approach that is consent-based and feedback-oriented. When holding sacred space, I aim to demonstrate how to slow down and be present, access and anchor to our inner light, befriend our shadow and let go of unnecessary suffering, forgive ourselves for our past, learn how to unapologetically be and love ourselves here and now, believe in our worth and our potential, belong to ourselves, trust our intuitive wisdom, and have faith in the process of healing and transformative growth, personally and collectively. Prioritizing BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, fat, 1st gen, and neurodivergent identities.
I take a heartfelt, collaborative, and emboldening approach that is consent-based and feedback-oriented. When holding sacred space, I aim to demonstrate how to slow down and be present, access and anchor to our inner light, befriend our shadow and let go of unnecessary suffering, forgive ourselves for our past, learn how to unapologetically be and love ourselves here and now, believe in our worth and our potential, belong to ourselves, trust our intuitive wisdom, and have faith in the process of healing and transformative growth, personally and collectively. Prioritizing BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, fat, 1st gen, and neurodivergent identities.
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Yashica Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
YaShica is a life coach and licensed mental health therapist. She has master’s degrees in theology and social work. Therapy should be a safe place to heal and work through life’s issues. She is a compassionate individual with a heart for people. Her natural empathy and welcoming personality create a safe and non-judgmental environment. YaShica’s wide variety of careers helps her see things from a different viewpoint than most people. In addition, her prior careers have given her a valuable set of skills to help others heal. She focuses on a strength-based therapeutic approach to help clients heal.
YaShica is a life coach and licensed mental health therapist. She has master’s degrees in theology and social work. Therapy should be a safe place to heal and work through life’s issues. She is a compassionate individual with a heart for people. Her natural empathy and welcoming personality create a safe and non-judgmental environment. YaShica’s wide variety of careers helps her see things from a different viewpoint than most people. In addition, her prior careers have given her a valuable set of skills to help others heal. She focuses on a strength-based therapeutic approach to help clients heal.
Online Therapists
I also enjoy integrating Structural Family therapy, art therapy and play therapy into my practice.
When we feel stuck, trapped or insecure about our life, it can be hard to be motivated for change. Whether it is a relationship, a job, or simply just not knowing what to do with the thoughts that come into your head, there is empowerment within yourself for change. You may have recognized that your coping strategies have led to destructive patterns in your life. However, this is not the end for you, but a beginning to rewriting your story and your pathway to your best life. Let’s work together toward a plan with action steps that will empower you to create productive coping strategies that will accomplish your life's goals.
I also enjoy integrating Structural Family therapy, art therapy and play therapy into my practice.
When we feel stuck, trapped or insecure about our life, it can be hard to be motivated for change. Whether it is a relationship, a job, or simply just not knowing what to do with the thoughts that come into your head, there is empowerment within yourself for change. You may have recognized that your coping strategies have led to destructive patterns in your life. However, this is not the end for you, but a beginning to rewriting your story and your pathway to your best life. Let’s work together toward a plan with action steps that will empower you to create productive coping strategies that will accomplish your life's goals.
I also draw on my training in Expressive Arts Therapy; in our work together we can integrate drama, dance/movement, music, visual art, writing, improvisation, and play.
I work both individually and in groups with men/boys seeking support exploring how masculine socialization relates to their problems, and cultivating healthier masculinity to heal themselves, their interpersonal relationships, and patriarchal systems of gender-based oppression in their communities. I also work with a variety of clients of different backgrounds and experiences looking for a therapist with an anti-oppressive lens, who will regard the client as the expert on their life and experiences, and see their struggles in the integrated context of the personal, cultural, and universal levels of their human experience.
I also draw on my training in Expressive Arts Therapy; in our work together we can integrate drama, dance/movement, music, visual art, writing, improvisation, and play.
I work both individually and in groups with men/boys seeking support exploring how masculine socialization relates to their problems, and cultivating healthier masculinity to heal themselves, their interpersonal relationships, and patriarchal systems of gender-based oppression in their communities. I also work with a variety of clients of different backgrounds and experiences looking for a therapist with an anti-oppressive lens, who will regard the client as the expert on their life and experiences, and see their struggles in the integrated context of the personal, cultural, and universal levels of their human experience.
Sylvia Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
Waitlist for new clients
Working with children as young as four, adolescents, and adults, I am extensively trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, play therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and utilize techniques that will best suit your needs.
Your experiences may be bringing up new feelings, thoughts, and experiences, or may be bringing up old ones. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where we can explore your feelings and experiences to gain self-awareness, understanding, and discover how to get back to the life you love. I am extremely passionate about helping others get to the root of their current behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. My specialty is in processing trauma, complex trauma, and secondary trauma. I also am experienced in treating other difficulties such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationships difficulties, and grief.
Working with children as young as four, adolescents, and adults, I am extensively trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, play therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and utilize techniques that will best suit your needs.
Your experiences may be bringing up new feelings, thoughts, and experiences, or may be bringing up old ones. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where we can explore your feelings and experiences to gain self-awareness, understanding, and discover how to get back to the life you love. I am extremely passionate about helping others get to the root of their current behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. My specialty is in processing trauma, complex trauma, and secondary trauma. I also am experienced in treating other difficulties such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationships difficulties, and grief.
We offer, one on one therapy, marriage and family therapy, faith based therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, addiction and recovery therapy, play therapy, sand tray therapy, adoption and foster care, LGBTQ, We are here to be with children, teens, and adults.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
We offer, one on one therapy, marriage and family therapy, faith based therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, addiction and recovery therapy, play therapy, sand tray therapy, adoption and foster care, LGBTQ, We are here to be with children, teens, and adults.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
I currently have space in the Pre-Teen and Teen Therapeutic Tabletop Role Play groups at Lillybrook.
It can be challenging to address your mental health concerns alone. As your counselor, I woud be honored to work together with you, or your child/teen, in a collaborative effort to discover new ways to cope with stressors and improve the quality of life. I utilize creative strength and interest based interventions to ensure an affirming and welcoming environment for clients from ages 4 and up- both neurodiverse and neurotypical. My counseling style is non-judgemental and is flexible to better respond to individual client needs. I also offer Supervision for Michigan LLC clinicians who are seeking full licensure.
I currently have space in the Pre-Teen and Teen Therapeutic Tabletop Role Play groups at Lillybrook.
It can be challenging to address your mental health concerns alone. As your counselor, I woud be honored to work together with you, or your child/teen, in a collaborative effort to discover new ways to cope with stressors and improve the quality of life. I utilize creative strength and interest based interventions to ensure an affirming and welcoming environment for clients from ages 4 and up- both neurodiverse and neurotypical. My counseling style is non-judgemental and is flexible to better respond to individual client needs. I also offer Supervision for Michigan LLC clinicians who are seeking full licensure.
Shine Wellness Clinic, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Romeo, MI 48065
Our sessions incorporate play/sand therapy, yoga, meditation and mindfulness training!.
My vision began several years ago when I realized that most counseling agencies tend to concentrate on only one aspect of wellbeing, "Mental Health". Many people seeking whole body wellness are forced to travel to multiple providers to gain the full experience. Why not have one agency that meets the multiple aspect in achieving the "Whole Body Wellness" concept? I truly believe that maximizing personal wellbeing is dependent on the emotional, physical and spiritual health of every individual. I am proud to provide the surrounding community with a comprehensive clinic that addresses whole body wellness.
Our sessions incorporate play/sand therapy, yoga, meditation and mindfulness training!.
My vision began several years ago when I realized that most counseling agencies tend to concentrate on only one aspect of wellbeing, "Mental Health". Many people seeking whole body wellness are forced to travel to multiple providers to gain the full experience. Why not have one agency that meets the multiple aspect in achieving the "Whole Body Wellness" concept? I truly believe that maximizing personal wellbeing is dependent on the emotional, physical and spiritual health of every individual. I am proud to provide the surrounding community with a comprehensive clinic that addresses whole body wellness.
Nichole Holliday
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (Online Only)
It is important for children to express themselves through play, activities, and conversation in a fun and engaging environment.
I believe therapy should take place in a safe, supportive, empowering, and confidential environment. Clients are active in the process, exploring areas including feelings, beliefs, and behaviors while working through personal history and identifying aspects of their lives they wish to change. Clients take a journey to better understanding of themselves and others. We will set personal goals, and work together toward desired change through reflection, processing and skill building. When working with children I work with the child individually and also invite parents/guardians into session to learn skills to utilize at home to support the child with change.
It is important for children to express themselves through play, activities, and conversation in a fun and engaging environment.
I believe therapy should take place in a safe, supportive, empowering, and confidential environment. Clients are active in the process, exploring areas including feelings, beliefs, and behaviors while working through personal history and identifying aspects of their lives they wish to change. Clients take a journey to better understanding of themselves and others. We will set personal goals, and work together toward desired change through reflection, processing and skill building. When working with children I work with the child individually and also invite parents/guardians into session to learn skills to utilize at home to support the child with change.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.