Non-Binary Therapists in Garden City, MI

Note: current availability is limited to daytime appointments - Welcome! I’m Lio, a therapist at the Mala Child & Family Institute. I’m dedicated to empowering teens and young adults as they navigate LGBTQ+ identity, disability, Autism (including PDA and high-masking profiles), ADHD, and anxiety. As a neurodivergent and queer adult, I know that these experiences are often misunderstood and encounter a range of barriers. I also understand the impact that a safe environment can have on the development of self-worth, self-advocacy, and self-compassion.

Have you had trauma or relationships in your life that you are struggling to move past? Are you living with constant anxiety, stress, and/or depression? Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community looking for a safe, understanding environment to discuss freely who you are? Whatever brings you to therapy, I would be honored to help you find a way forward. We can collaborate to understand what is not working for you, how it came to be, and how we can find a path through together.

We all need a little help navigating our lives sometimes. Whether you are facing day-to-day struggles such as depression, anxiety, grief, stress management, life transitions, and relationship/intimacy issues, or grappling with deeper existential questions about worldview, identity, climate change, and the state of the world, I am here to provide support and resources.

Open availability for new telehealth clients. Are you grappling with difficult thoughts, feelings, or experiences? Are you looking to unpack how past experiences show up in your day-to-day life? This work can feel daunting or difficult to do alone, and it can feel extremely vulnerable. This is probably why you're seeking an insightful and compassionate therapist; someone who can assist you in building coping skills and alleviating the symptoms you encounter, while meeting you where you're at. I hope to provide the services you need to meet your mental health goals.

At Collaborative Health Center (CHC), collaboration with our clients and community is one of our core values; it's so important to us that we put it in our name. From your first contact with our supportive administrative staff to your last session with one of our skilled therapists, you will be an equal partner in the treatment process. Your therapist will utilize a wealth of knowledge, training, and expertise to guide you toward your goals while centering you as the expert on your own feelings and experiences. Our therapists welcome collaboration with other professionals, such as your psychiatrist or dietitian, whenever needed.

As a queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent practitioner I personally understand how nerve wracking it can be to start your therapeutic journey with an unknown provider. As a trauma informed therapist I am committed to having a client-centered and collaborative approach catered to your personal growth and healing. I am passionate about working with individuals walking through anxiety, depression, adjustment, PTSD, C-PTSD, as well as queer and gender identity issues. I work with both individuals and couples to meet client determined goals, and hope to create a productive and safe place to heal and grow.

As a trans masc, queer, and neurodivergent practitioner I understand first hand how difficult it can be to find the right therapist. My goal is always to create a safe and welcoming space for all. I will collaborate with you to navigate any obstacles or barriers you may be facing in life. My goal is to utilize a person-centered, intersectional, affirming, judgement free, and trauma-informed approach, and I hope to create a comfortable and safe environment for you to process, heal, and grow.

In my experience working with clients and in my own therapy, I have found that discovering and addressing the root of mental health struggles is more effective long-term than treating the symptoms. This has led me to pursue training in modalities that are focused on trauma, but can be used to treat challenges like anxiety and depression as well. If you would like to better understand where your struggles or coming from (or if you feel like you totally understand where they're coming from but don't know what to do about it) my approach will likely be a good fit for you.

The areas I specialize in include working with mood disorders, young adults, parenting support, various life transitions, and I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ individuals as a non-binary therapist (they/them), most especially with gender identity issues. I am also passionate about helping individuals going through infertility experiences, as my wife and I experienced this struggle firsthand before we had our child using IVF treatment. I love offering a compassionate approach to these sensitive subjects as individuals navigate their options and explore the complex emotions associated with infertility in therapy.

Holistic wellness is about finding a seat in a world increasingly marked by systemic barriers. Very often, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals aren't given seats at tables, or even welcomed into rooms that would make life more accessible. I see therapy as a folding chair—a portable, adaptable, and transformative support system that we unfold into our lives to create our own spaces to thrive. My ideal client is open, ready, and willing to work on themselves, name their inner demons, and resist the systemic barriers that have tried to dictate their paths.

Have you endured toxic relationships, sexual assault, or childhood trauma? Are you tired of trauma or toxic relationships stopping your growth? Do you often find yourself burdened by uncertainty regarding future events, or constantly protecting others at the expense of your own emotional well-being? Sounds like you could use some healing from toxic relationships or trauma. With a professional background spanning over six years, Jen loves helping clients heal from trauma. Her expertise lies in helping individuals overcome the challenges linked to their trauma, release the emotional burden of trauma, and foster inner peace.

I will always meet you where you’re at. I love working with young adults, LGBTQIA+ folks, and college students who are navigating pivotal moments in their lives.

I believe therapy is a space where you can unload things that you are struggling to carry alone, develop clear insight, build greater self-compassion, and address barriers that keep you from achieving your goals. The first step in doing any one of these things is building a strong relationship with your therapist. I strive to make this possible by providing an open, judgement-free, and warm space where you can share who you are and what you are struggling to manage. I regularly work with folx age 14 and up on finding ways to manage their anxious or depressive thinking, and alleviate their stress.

Have you been feeling unheard? Have you felt that others have been quick to label your distress, but not support your healing? Creating and holding space for folks to feel safe in, share, be authentic, be vulnerable, and heal is something I have felt called to do throughout my life. I am an adamant believer that individuals are the experts on their own experience, and view therapy as a partnership on a journey toward healing, for which an affirming and non-pathologizing space is essential.

My approach to therapy is rooted in a person-centered framework, where I prioritize building trust and rapport with clients, empowering them to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace. Drawing from evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques, I tailor treatment plans to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual.

It’s easy to get turned around when navigating the road to happiness; In fact, I’ve been lost myself! You can never be sure what this path has in store for you. One minute sweet sunshine is all around you, and the next thing you know, gray skies roll in, flooding our picnics. Tired traveler, I have a few questions for you. Do you often feel overwhelmed with your life? Are there times in which you don't feel supported? Are you feeling stuck and unsure how to move on? If you answered yes to any these questions, I would be honored to help you get your journey back on track. After all, you deserve someone on your side, rain or shine.

It’s easy to get turned around when navigating the road to happiness; In fact, I’ve been lost myself! You can never be sure what this path has in store for you. One minute sweet sunshine is all around you; the next thing you know, gray skies flood our picnics. Tired traveler, I have a few questions for you. Do you often feel overwhelmed with your life? Are there times in which you don't feel supported? Are you feeling stuck and unsure how to move on? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I would be honored to help you get your journey back on track. After all, you deserve someone on your side, rain or shine.

I usually find myself working with people who know there's something not quite right but aren't sure where to start. Are you struggling with anxiety and depression, and don't know why? Are relationships difficult, or do you feel like you haven't found your people? Has life suddenly just switched to "hard mode"? I especially enjoy working with people who are trying balance work and managing chronic illnesses, fellow social services employees, and LGBTQ+ clients. I love working with neurodivergence!