Therapists for college students near Ann Arbor, MI
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is a Certified Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. My focus is on developing a safe, trusting and strong therapeutic relationship in order for healing to occur and to have a sense of hope restored. I assists individuals and families in creating a personalized “toolbox” to aide in the healing process. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who may be experiencing behavioral challenges, having difficulty in school, anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, anger and difficulties adjusting to changes in their lives. I utilize a number of therapeutic approaches including: Internal Family systems, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, narrative therapy and trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student always imagining the worst in every scenario and feel anxious and on edge, no matter what you do? You’re someone who is a high achiever, but you still find yourself overthinking about the smallest things, feeling fearful when you think about the future, and afraid to make changes. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns in your life. You’re ready to finally feel like yourself again. I specialize in working with undergraduate and graduate students struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues understand themselves on a deeper level, grow in confidence, and make positive changes in their lives. Clients come to me looking for a therapist who “gets” them on a deeper level, is easy to talk to, open-minded, and down to earth, because therapy should be a place where you feel seen and heard. Sessions with me are non-judgmental and always go at your own pace. I’ll show up as a real person, challenge you when you need it, and be genuinely invested in you and your journey. Here you can show up as your authentic self to process and reflect on difficult feelings and emotions. A life where you thrive at ease is possible. You don’t have to continue to feel uneasiness and dread, and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to guide you and help you get curious about yourself to create change, growth, and a more fulfilling life. Email me today! I can’t wait to hear from you!
I specialize in working with students in college, educators, people in helping professionals, and young parents. My clients desire someone who can support them in their goals, who listens well, and sees them through a holistic perspective. My clients understand that healing is a process and desire to live a wholehearted life but often feel stuck or find them repeating patterns they can't break. Often people that contact me are in need of support, skills, and a space to navigate the stress and unexpected things that inevitably come in life and partnership. I have been a school social worker for many years, so I bring my experience to help you navigate your life and professional transitions. I approach clients with a person-centered, strength-based, holistic approach. I can help facilitate communication with your partner and help you increase your insight and understanding of yourself. I offer a non-judgmental space with the goal of empowering my clients to guide themselves to health and wholeness. When you are ready and willing, I would be honored to walk this part of your life with you. You can contact me through my website (theflourshingco.org/contact-us) or give my office a call. I look forward to our work together.
Life on campus can sometimes feel heavy when anxiety, sadness, or relationship struggles take hold. You may find yourself overthinking, feeling stuck, or questioning your worth. Even the simplest tasks can feel exhausting when you’re carrying too much on your own. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we’ll explore what's keeping you feeling anxious or disconnected, so you can begin to feel more resilient and live a life that feels more authentic and fulfilled.
Welcome to the start of your healing journey! At ThriveBY Counseling, we help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and care by providing quality mental health care for individuals located in the states of Michigan and Pennsylvania. All sessions are conducted virtually via telehealth at this time. This allows client’s to access care from the safety and comfort of home! Starting therapy can seem scary and overwhelming, but our goal at ThriveBY Counseling is to make this process quick and easy so that we can start getting down to the root of things together. For this reason, we partner with and bill all sessions through Headway for both insurance and private pay. Check out our services page for more information. If you feel compelled to get started, contact us below and let’s do this!
My orientation is strength-based; I seek to create a working alliance of safety and trust. I am trained in a number of clinical methods, notably trauma-based treatment. I am non-judgmental, goal-oriented, child-centered, and I believe in the importance of making everyone I work with feel relaxed and comfortable. I work toward understanding the holistic nature of my clients, and help them understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. As a clinical Social Worker, I have worked with children, teens, and young adults with behavior problems since 1978. For the last 20 years, I have worked in Community Mental Health settings with children, teens, families, adults. I have experience working with dual diagnosis, trauma, and a variety of other mental health presentations.
Stacy Cross is a licensed clinical social worker and addictions counselor. She has over 20 years' experience working with adults with diverse needs that include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma/abuse, medical conditions/chronic pain, substance use/addiction and relationship concerns. Her therapy style is collaborative, warm and non-judgmental. She uses a holistic approach to wellness, considering physical, emotional and spiritual needs. She also has a background in cognitive behavioral and DBT informed therapy. Her aim is supporting individuals in developing self-awareness to enhance relationships with themselves and others.
Hello! I am a strengths based therapist that ensures to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space that allows you to feel seen and heard. I offer compassion and warmth in sessions met with empathy and frequent humor. I truly believe the authentic therapeutic relationship is the best path for optimal outcomes. I find it important to focus on self-compassion and self-acceptance as we are human. I specialize in working with teenagers, college students, and young adults who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, those who have ADHD or suspect they might have ADHD. I also support those who are experiencing infertility, grief and loss, and the adjustment to pregnancy and motherhood. My goal is to provide the space that allows you to gain a better understanding of yourself and the world around you. Reaching out is the first step. I look forward to meeting you and would feel honored to join you in your journey!
Birch Light Counseling provides integrative, holistic, clinical mental health services for youth, individuals, and families. We understand it takes vulnerability and courage to seek counseling services. It also takes a special relationship with your therapist to see the positive results you are seeking. Here, at Birch Light Counseling and Wellness, we use a variety of evidence-based practices to tailor our treatment to the individual clients we serve based on their biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. We are committed to being a safe place where growth and healing can occur.
Lisa Olivera inspired me when she stated, “Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work, does not mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” We all heal in different ways, and I value the importance of meeting a client where they are at in their healing journey, remaining patient every step of the way. I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to heal in a safe space, alongside someone who can guide and teach them along the way. As a therapist I am dedicated to creating a safe space for all of my clients, working collaboratively with each individual as they work towards their current goals while ensuring a consistent, non-judgmental environment is maintained. I am a LLMSW with prior work experience in private practice and family preservation. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and interventions, including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing. I am committed to ensuring my clients feel that their voices have been heard, while guiding them towards recognizing their full potentials.
I offer individual counseling to women ages 18+ via video Telehealth. My experience includes working in in-patient and residential psychiatric settings, and before entering private practice I worked in a college counseling center. I enjoy working with college students and young adults as they navigate independence, new life decisions, relationships and friendships. This time of life can be exciting but also overwhelming and confusing. It is a privilege to journey with you through these exciting and confusing moments of life. My hope is to build a space of trust, where together we can work toward your purpose and find solutions to help you move forward.
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The inherent dignity and worth of every individual are guiding principles in the advocacy and counseling support I’ve helped develop with people for over 25 years. Challenges we all encounter can overwhelm our regular functioning and cause pain that distracts and obscures access to genuine joy and plans we all have for our best selves and relationships. Using evidence-based practices and focusing on self-determination, I listen and assist individuals with stabilizing their day-to-day functioning so they can plan and get closer to where they want to be in life and their relationships. I began here in East Lansing at the Listening Ear as a Crisis and Sexual Assault Counselor while in graduate school, and still sincerely value active listening and problem-solving. I’m a licensed clinical social worker, certified Michigan teacher and academic consultant. I’ve primarily worked with adults and youth in both clinical, high school and post-secondary settings.
College and graduate school can be exciting, meaningful, and rewarding—but they can also feel incredibly overwhelming. Many students find themselves struggling to balance academic pressure, relationships, work, family expectations, finances, burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, or simply trying to keep up with the constant demands of daily life. You may look like you’re functioning on the outside while internally feeling exhausted, stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to slow your mind down. I work with college students, graduate students, and young adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, stress management, academic burnout, relationship concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I also support students who feel caught in cycles of overthinking, procrastination, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or difficulty managing emotions and responsibilities. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and practical. Therapy is not just a place to vent—it’s a space to better understand yourself while also learning concrete tools to help life feel more manageable. Together, we may work on improving coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, boundaries, confidence, organization, or ways to manage stress without constantly feeling like you’re running on empty. I have a background in school-based mental health and understand how emotional wellness directly impacts focus, motivation, relationships, and academic performance. I strive to create a therapy space that feels genuine, nonjudgmental, and approachable, where you can show up exactly as you are without feeling pressure to have everything figured out. Whether you’re struggling quietly, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or simply wanting more support and balance in your life, you do not have to navigate it alone. I’d be happy to connect and see if we might be a good fit. I offer flexible evenings and weekends via telehealth or in-person Wednesdays and Thursdays 15 minutes from MSU and LCC.
We offer in-person or online sessions from the comfort of your own space. Therapy designed to fit your life, at your pace and on your time.
One of the things I love most about being a therapist is getting to witness people grow into the fullest, most authentic version of themselves. It’s incredibly meaningful to walk alongside someone as they work through challenges, uncover new insights, and build a life that feels more manageable, intentional, and aligned with who they really are. Watching that progress unfold — from the first session to the breakthroughs along the way — is a privilege I never take for granted. In our sessions, you can expect a space that’s centered around you. I always begin by inviting you to share whatever’s been on your mind lately. I find that when we don’t start there, the thoughts or worries closest to the surface can sometimes get in the way of our deeper work. But if you’re not sure what to talk about or nothing specific is coming up that day, that’s totally okay — I’ll guide us back to the goals you’ve set for therapy or revisit what we’ve been working on. My approach is person-centered, which means you get to lead the way and I’ll meet you there with support and structure. When I describe therapy to people in everyday language, I often say it has two layers. The first is what I call the band-aid approach — where I help you build tools and coping strategies that provide immediate relief. Whether you’re managing anxiety, navigating a conflict, or simply feeling overwhelmed, we’ll work on practical ways to feel better right now. From there, we’ll gently dig deeper into the “why” and the “how” — exploring what’s really going on beneath the surface so we can create long-term change. It’s about building a system in your life that helps you respond more effectively to challenges, emotions, or patterns of behavior. I deeply believe that each person’s story is shaped by their unique life experiences, cultural background, family dynamics, relationships, and more. These influences often play a big role in how we view the world and how we respond to stress or conflict. In therapy, I’ll help you make sense of those influences while also working through whatever issues are most present in your life right now. Healing happens when you’re ready for it — not when someone else tells you it’s time.
Uplift & Inspire, LLC is a mental health practice that was founded to provide hope to those currently facing difficult times such as Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Autism ect. Our passion is assisting with empowering , advocating and offering the skills to assist with the healing journey. Through our mental health practice, life coaching practice and podcast show; we strive to bring the full continuum of mental health and mindfulness support. We are also an ally of the LGBTQIA & BIPOC communities.
When I was a student in college, my parents were going through a bitter divorce and I lost a close friend from school and three family members all in one year. I felt as if I was losing my mind. My close friends connected me with a therapist and it literally changed my life. I felt heard, supported and validated and was given permission to let things go and actually focus on my issues and my needs instead of everyone else’s. This is one of the main reasons why I practice therapy and have a heart for college-age students. I was you once and I hope to help just as I was once helped. We all go through seasons in our lives when things just feel too overwhelming or we feel as if we cannot get through it without a little help. I believe that is what therapy is for. It is to help us find our voices and find ourselves again. In the seasons when we feel lost and hopeless, a therapist can help empower us to find the strength to overcome our challenges and heal from our pain. I am a firm believer in the notion that we only live once on this earth. Make the most of it. Heal the hurt. Develop a growth mindset. Live a life that is full so that you can thrive at being the best version of you! I am honored to help you get there!
At Living Fully Mental Health, PLC, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. Our counseling services are designed to help our clients unlock their potential and achieve their goals. We provide services for a variety of mental health needs or concerns and have availability for in-person or telehealth services in Michigan as well as telehealth services in Florida.
Growth Counseling Services is located in The Commons of Williamston building near downtown Williamston, MI. Our therapists have a background in private practice, schools, and agencies settings. Please visit our website for our full bios. www.growthcounsel.org