Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Ann Arbor, MI

Hello! I’m Kayla Ineich, and I’m here to support children, families, and individuals on their unique journeys. I believe in personalized care and work closely with you to create a treatment plan that fits your needs. I specialize in anxiety, depression, childhood issues, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, new parenting challenges, trauma, children of addicts, family conflicts, life transitions, and child and adolescent therapy. My approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, emphasizing respect and compassion.

My goal as a psychologist is to help individuals (children, adolescents, and adults) reach their full potential and live the life they want to live. By the end of our time together my hope is that you will have the tools and skills to no longer need therapy. I assist individuals in reaching that benchmark through the use of evidence-based approaches. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, ADHD, and trauma.

Does your child or teen struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors? Do you need help in supporting your child's emotional needs? Does your parent-child relationship need to grow? Does your family need support to cope with a traumatic event or difficult life stressors? I work with children as young as three, neurodiverse clients with ADHD and learning challenges, and clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and anger. I use neurodiversity affirming, person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed frameworks to provide my clients lasting change.

Wanting something different, but struggling, is part of being human. We all find ourselves repeating patterns that are unhealthy or unhelpful. I will work with you to understand how these patterns came to be and how you can create new ways of being in the world. Together, we will work to minimize stress and anxiety, find more effective ways of coping and affect the genuine change you desire.

Is something out of balance in your life? With yourself? Your child? Your effectiveness as a parent? Your relationships? Life circumstances/transitions? If it is, please know that my way of practicing is to non-judgmentally understand what is going on--what area of your life is being negatively impacted. Then we can collaboratively work on establishing goals and a treatment plan. Whether it is Anxiety, OCD, Autism (including very young kids with autism), Depression/Bipolar, Behavior Problems, ADHD, Trauma or Insomnia, there is a way for you or your child to feel more in control, grounded and balanced.

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.

Note: My 0-18 caseload is currently full. As of 7/5/24, I am currently only taking new ADULT clients (18+). I am an Ann Arbor born and raised LLMSW-IMH that specializes in infant mental health, children and families, trauma/abuse, anxiety, depression, OCD and ADHD. Whether you/your child are new to therapy or have years of experience, I'm here to help. I see each client as an individual and will tailor my approach based on their needs. I pride myself in being a fun, bubbly and passionate therapist who truly loves what I do.

In my private practice, I specialize in working with the transgender and non-binary community: adults, teens and children who identify as transgender and parents with a child or adult child who identifies as transgender or non-binary. While trans identified individuals face many of the same challenges as cisgender people, such as depression, anxiety and relationship concerns, I am also aware of the challenges unique to transgender and non-binary people and their loved ones including discrimination, stigma, rejection, and oppression.

Crises, transitions, and old patterns that no longer serve you can be daunting when you try to navigate them alone. I work to support you and/or family in discovering what you need and want in your life, by offering a kind, nonjudgmental space to attend to all the parts of you that you want to explore. While I work with a wide range of issues in my practice with individuals and families, I specialize in helping those experiencing anxiety, difficult situations or transitions in their lives, as well as those with ongoing mental health diagnoses.

Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, revisiting therapy, or searching for a new therapist, I extend a warm welcome and deep gratitude. Having undergone extensive training spanning over three years at Michigan Medicine Department of Psychiatry, including a rigorous two-year fellowship and additional training at U of M Counseling and Psychological Services, my specialization focuses on providing comprehensive care for adults, couples, and families navigating the challenges associated with various mental health disorders. My goal as a therapist is to help you live a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care, my professional journey revolves around serving culturally diverse families, exploring racial and ethnic identity complexities, and supporting neurodivergent children and youth. I see clients with a wide range of challenges, ranging from anxiety, depression, and trauma, to executive functioning to parenting. I am currently accepting clients from early childhood to young adulthood both in person and virtually.

At Ann Arbor Behavioral Health Associates, our goal is to enhance the lives of every individual and family we serve through the highest quality of mental and behavioral health care. We highly value ongoing continuing education and training so that we can provide the best ethical, evidenced-based support for our clients. As reach person's needs are different, we tailor our approaches for each client to best help them to achieve their goals.

I specialize in therapy for anxiety and OCD in children, teens, and young adults; therapy and evaluations for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children; and parenting support. For young children, I offer diagnostic assessments to better understand their symptoms, development, and relationships, and to guide treatment recommendations. Therapy for young children can help them and their caregivers to improve their relationship, improve coping skills, reduce emotional outbursts or other mental health symptoms, and reduce parenting stress. I use strategies from evidence-based approaches, tailored for the needs of each family.

Steven Powers is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan. He has a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Oakland University. Steven has 24+ years of experience in many different levels of care, including acute, sub-acute, and outpatient. Steven has a unique combined approach that allows him to come to the person in need with a variety of experiences to draw from and therefore provide a combination or singular approach to help. In his free time, Steven enjoys enjoying the outdoors any chance he can, whether to camp, hike, or bike, or all three in one adventure. He loves all animals, large and small.

Rozana Kelly treats individuals, families, couples, and groups for mental and emotional issues and relationship problems. She can treat clients with various conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem stress, and suicidal impulses. Rozana helps clients get more of what they need and less of what they don't. Rozana is dedicated to effectively serving clients by maintaining current and complete knowledge of spiritual and mental health counseling issues in order to effectively serve clients and educate the community.

There are many reasons why life can feel stressful or overwhelming, and leaving you wondering what you can do to help manage these feelings. Therapy is a safe space where you can come and feel supported in growing to reach your goals and become the best and happiest version of yourself. I believe that everyone is capable of growth given the right support and that each individual is the expert on their own life and experiences. It is my roles as the therapist to meet each client where they are at and give them the support and guidance they need in order to achieve their goals.

Regardless of how well we try to prepare, life and mental illness can get in the way of reaching our goals and living the life we want. Regardless of our age, life can be overwhelming and it can be difficult to identify how to make changes in our current situations and face our fears. Together we can work through these challenges and identify strategies to face them. I believe in validating and empowering my clients while adding valuable tools to their toolbox to help them create meaningful and lasting change.

Let's work together to make sense of those people-pleasing tendencies, those situations when you let anger mask your feelings of fear, and the actions you default to when you feel uncomfortable in social situations. Oftentimes, reactive behaviors are learned in early childhood as a defense mechanism. You learned certain actions will keep the physical and emotional pain away. However, you are not a child anymore and you are noticing how those learned actions are now negatively impacting you.

It is wonderful that you decided to begin the process of finding a therapist. I think that it is vital that you find someone that is a good fit for you. It is important to create an environment that is free of judgment so that you can feel safe expressing yourself. The way we form our identity is complex, many roles play a factor including our environment, family history, current relationships, and lifestyle. Through the journey of life, events both positive and painful help to mold us. The path of healing and exploration into yourself can lead to a stronger, happier, healthier you.