Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Lansing, MI
Professional services include counseling and psychological testing in areas related to depression, anxiety, attention deficit, family and marital relationships, chemical dependence, and anger management. In counseling, we will work together to develop the skills to effectively deal with stress and relationships. Therapy sessions are for adolescents, adults, families, and marriages. I collaborate with clients to assist with their needs at schools, courts, and employers.
Professional services include counseling and psychological testing in areas related to depression, anxiety, attention deficit, family and marital relationships, chemical dependence, and anger management. In counseling, we will work together to develop the skills to effectively deal with stress and relationships. Therapy sessions are for adolescents, adults, families, and marriages. I collaborate with clients to assist with their needs at schools, courts, and employers.
I've focused on psychological testing for the last 12 years, and I began Stratus Psychological Services in Jan 2023 to focus on the needs of older teenagers and adults.
Neurodiversity affirming evaluations for age 16 years through adulthood. Have you been considering completing testing for ADHD or autism? Maybe your child was identified as neurodivergent, and you relate to the way they think, feel, and act. Maybe you’ve seen information online that has led you to question or self-identify as autistic or having ADHD. If you’ve looked at formal testing, you've seen that lots of places cater to children, or you might have gotten discouraged when you learned that the wait for testing is 6 months+. If this sounds like you, you’ve found the right place.
I've focused on psychological testing for the last 12 years, and I began Stratus Psychological Services in Jan 2023 to focus on the needs of older teenagers and adults.
Neurodiversity affirming evaluations for age 16 years through adulthood. Have you been considering completing testing for ADHD or autism? Maybe your child was identified as neurodivergent, and you relate to the way they think, feel, and act. Maybe you’ve seen information online that has led you to question or self-identify as autistic or having ADHD. If you’ve looked at formal testing, you've seen that lots of places cater to children, or you might have gotten discouraged when you learned that the wait for testing is 6 months+. If this sounds like you, you’ve found the right place.
Furthermore, in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan, I obtained specialized training including ADHD testing and working memory.
I have interdisciplinary work experiences, including work in a stepdown Psychiatric Hospital, Oncology, Palliative Care, Primary Care, Rehabilitation Center, Psychological Research Administrator/ Psychometrist work, Developmental Disabilities, and Private Practice. I also have experience in crisis interventions, behavioral health interventions, and ABA Therapy. Additionally, the particular value I took from these experiences was to increase resiliency and work towards managing symptoms and making them more tolerable.
Furthermore, in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan, I obtained specialized training including ADHD testing and working memory.
I have interdisciplinary work experiences, including work in a stepdown Psychiatric Hospital, Oncology, Palliative Care, Primary Care, Rehabilitation Center, Psychological Research Administrator/ Psychometrist work, Developmental Disabilities, and Private Practice. I also have experience in crisis interventions, behavioral health interventions, and ABA Therapy. Additionally, the particular value I took from these experiences was to increase resiliency and work towards managing symptoms and making them more tolerable.
Amy Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906 (Online Only)
I offer vocational ability, interest, and personal value testing to aide in career planning and development.
Are you struggling with employment satisfaction? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or stress reactions related to your employment? Are you interested in exploring your vocational abilities, interests, and work values? Are you wanting to improve your interpersonal communication skills at work? Are you adjusting to health changes? Are you struggling with adjusting to a loss? If so, I think I can help you by creating a safe, supportive environment to aide you in self exploration, self care, and personal goal setting.
I offer vocational ability, interest, and personal value testing to aide in career planning and development.
Are you struggling with employment satisfaction? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or stress reactions related to your employment? Are you interested in exploring your vocational abilities, interests, and work values? Are you wanting to improve your interpersonal communication skills at work? Are you adjusting to health changes? Are you struggling with adjusting to a loss? If so, I think I can help you by creating a safe, supportive environment to aide you in self exploration, self care, and personal goal setting.
Her therapeutic approach is patient centered with a strength and asset-based approach; helping individuals work through issues such as depression, major life changes, relationship challenges, medical and mental health challenges, grief and loss, bariatric evaluation, and anxiety.
Dinah Weststrate LMSW, fully licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience. Earning a bachelors in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University and a masters in Social Work from Michigan State University. Dinah has experience working primarily with adults and some family systems, with chronic mental illness, depression, brain injury, chronic medical conditions, and major life changes.
Her therapeutic approach is patient centered with a strength and asset-based approach; helping individuals work through issues such as depression, major life changes, relationship challenges, medical and mental health challenges, grief and loss, bariatric evaluation, and anxiety.
Dinah Weststrate LMSW, fully licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience. Earning a bachelors in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University and a masters in Social Work from Michigan State University. Dinah has experience working primarily with adults and some family systems, with chronic mental illness, depression, brain injury, chronic medical conditions, and major life changes.
Marla Saint Gilles
Psychologist, PhD, PL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910
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.
The term Legacy by definition means "something of value transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past." As I reflect upon my life I noticed people who laid up for me a legacy, a promise and hope. The most influential people who have impacted my life and who established a legacy for me were my grandparents. They established a legacy, it was the legacy of care, compassion, and goodwill to mankind. I saw kindness, love, patience, meekness, faithfulness, and gentleness and these are the qualities I bring into the therapeutic relationships.
The term Legacy by definition means "something of value transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past." As I reflect upon my life I noticed people who laid up for me a legacy, a promise and hope. The most influential people who have impacted my life and who established a legacy for me were my grandparents. They established a legacy, it was the legacy of care, compassion, and goodwill to mankind. I saw kindness, love, patience, meekness, faithfulness, and gentleness and these are the qualities I bring into the therapeutic relationships.
Denise Brown-Chillers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910
I am a LCMSW, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), EMDR Certified and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) offering trauma focus client-centered psychotherapeutic services to our community members. As the founder of ICHANGE, a non-profit public charity that has serviced Lansing's residents for 1 0 years. With ICHANGE "fit" is really important and not every therapist-client combination is right. Therefore, if we are not a good fit, ICHANGE will not take it personally. We will do all we can to align you with a therapist that fits with your needs.
I am a LCMSW, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), EMDR Certified and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) offering trauma focus client-centered psychotherapeutic services to our community members. As the founder of ICHANGE, a non-profit public charity that has serviced Lansing's residents for 1 0 years. With ICHANGE "fit" is really important and not every therapist-client combination is right. Therefore, if we are not a good fit, ICHANGE will not take it personally. We will do all we can to align you with a therapist that fits with your needs.
Shannon Lowder
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48933 (Online Only)
I work with adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches uniquely catered to each client and based on a treatment plan that we develop together. I do not believe that each therapist is automatically the best person for every client that walks through their door, but that the client needs to "click" with the therapist they work with so they have room to do the work they need to do. The possibility for change is powerful and the therapeutic process is often a catalyst and a supportive environment for change.
I work with adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches uniquely catered to each client and based on a treatment plan that we develop together. I do not believe that each therapist is automatically the best person for every client that walks through their door, but that the client needs to "click" with the therapist they work with so they have room to do the work they need to do. The possibility for change is powerful and the therapeutic process is often a catalyst and a supportive environment for change.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
Currently accepting Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, and McLaren. Sliding Scale Fee offered. Here at DMV Consulting and Networking, LLC we strive to ensure we are meeting our client's needs at all levels. If interested, please send email to: dmvconsulting@outlook.com. Once your email inquiry has been sent with your information, you will receive an email to our HIPPA compliant portal. Look forward to our journey!
Currently accepting Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, and McLaren. Sliding Scale Fee offered. Here at DMV Consulting and Networking, LLC we strive to ensure we are meeting our client's needs at all levels. If interested, please send email to: dmvconsulting@outlook.com. Once your email inquiry has been sent with your information, you will receive an email to our HIPPA compliant portal. Look forward to our journey!
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As a therapist, I'm deeply committed to assisting individuals and families in navigating life's complexities. With expertise in working with diverse groups, I customize my approach to suit each client's specific requirements. My philosophy centers on the idea that every individual's journey is unique, necessitating a tailored therapeutic approach. I draw from a diverse range of therapeutic models to create a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to find the most effective therapeutic modality for each client, ensuring that they receive the support and guidance they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
As a therapist, I'm deeply committed to assisting individuals and families in navigating life's complexities. With expertise in working with diverse groups, I customize my approach to suit each client's specific requirements. My philosophy centers on the idea that every individual's journey is unique, necessitating a tailored therapeutic approach. I draw from a diverse range of therapeutic models to create a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to find the most effective therapeutic modality for each client, ensuring that they receive the support and guidance they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Expert Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CFAS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48917
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Mark Edward Hulbert
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48906
I am a limited licensed psychologist and have been practicing for 21 years. My experience has been in diverse setting and populations. I have worked in both adult and adolescent psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment, intensive foster care and in private practice. I have also been a foster parent an adoptive parent. Specialties include: children and adolescents, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, GLBTQ issues, foster care and adoption, grief and loss issues, self- esteem, autism spectrum disorder and helping people discover how to live life to their fullest potential. I work with all ages and treat individual, families and couples.
I am a limited licensed psychologist and have been practicing for 21 years. My experience has been in diverse setting and populations. I have worked in both adult and adolescent psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment, intensive foster care and in private practice. I have also been a foster parent an adoptive parent. Specialties include: children and adolescents, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, GLBTQ issues, foster care and adoption, grief and loss issues, self- esteem, autism spectrum disorder and helping people discover how to live life to their fullest potential. I work with all ages and treat individual, families and couples.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
Finding the right therapist to guide you through a particular setback, conflict or crisis along life's journey can be a daunting process....I know. Being a psychologist for 30 years and having been involved in hundreds of hours of my own personal therapy during my doctoral training, I understand the importance of the right client/therapist match. Successful outcomes are more promising when one feels comfortable, safe and confident with a competent experienced professional. Selecting a therapist should not be an impulsive decision so take your time and be particular since you are about to invest time, finances and trust.
Finding the right therapist to guide you through a particular setback, conflict or crisis along life's journey can be a daunting process....I know. Being a psychologist for 30 years and having been involved in hundreds of hours of my own personal therapy during my doctoral training, I understand the importance of the right client/therapist match. Successful outcomes are more promising when one feels comfortable, safe and confident with a competent experienced professional. Selecting a therapist should not be an impulsive decision so take your time and be particular since you are about to invest time, finances and trust.
Perspectives: Psychological Associates of Mid-Mich
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48906
At Perspectives, we serve a variety of clients with evidence-based techniques. Our staff provides treatment for depression, anxiety, anger issues, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and marital issues.
At Perspectives, we serve a variety of clients with evidence-based techniques. Our staff provides treatment for depression, anxiety, anger issues, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and marital issues.
Advanced Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48901 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Hanna Newton, LMSW and I own my own private practice where I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. We are a small private virtual practice able to see you within the week. Each of our clinicians have specific qualifications that allow all your needs to be met. Please take a look at advbehavioralhealth.com to see our team!
Hello, I am Hanna Newton, LMSW and I own my own private practice where I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. We are a small private virtual practice able to see you within the week. Each of our clinicians have specific qualifications that allow all your needs to be met. Please take a look at advbehavioralhealth.com to see our team!
Antonio Siciliano
Masters Social Worker, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48910
Waitlist for new clients
My guess is you are here because you or your child have recently discovered something about yourselves that has made life challenging. Maybe you just got a diagnosis from another provider and you don't know what to do with it. Maybe you're looking for a diagnosis that won't be delivered in a stigmatizing manner. For this reason, I'm very happy you are here! Taking that first step to learn more about yourself is challenging. I'm glad you are able to take this next step in your mental health journey!
My guess is you are here because you or your child have recently discovered something about yourselves that has made life challenging. Maybe you just got a diagnosis from another provider and you don't know what to do with it. Maybe you're looking for a diagnosis that won't be delivered in a stigmatizing manner. For this reason, I'm very happy you are here! Taking that first step to learn more about yourself is challenging. I'm glad you are able to take this next step in your mental health journey!
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationships or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be hesitating to seek out help and support for life’s issues, but when you take that courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you, your destiny is forever changed. You will never be the same. There is hope for your tomorrow.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationships or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be hesitating to seek out help and support for life’s issues, but when you take that courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you, your destiny is forever changed. You will never be the same. There is hope for your tomorrow.
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What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.
Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?
Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.
How long does a psychological evaluation take?
Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.
How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?
Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.