Dr. Lyons believes that thoughtfully selected medication coupled with psychotherapy is the fastest and most effective way to provide relief and a return to function. Prevention of relapse and maintenance of wellness are also a focus. She partners with the patient, their support people, and the therapist in a team approach to recovery.
In addition to her personalized and carefully optimized medication recommendations, she offers state of the art options like genetic testing to assist in selecting medications, as well as Neurostar TMS and SPRAVATO® for the treatment of mood disorders.
Lynne Lyons, MD
Medical Director and Psychiatrist
phone: (248) 859-2457
email: DrLyons@lakescenter.com
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Dr. Lyons is our Medical Director and is a Board Certified Psychiatrist. She did her psychiatric training at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. Her 20 years at Rose Hill Center and another outpatient practice have given her extensive experience in the evaluation and pharmacologic treatment of a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders.
Prescribers
NEW PATIENTS: Please call (248) 859-2457 to set up an appointment with the prescribers.
Bill is an experienced Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He has been a Registered Nurse for 27 years, and a Nurse Practitioner since 2012. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the Medical College of Georgia, and his graduate degree from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. A United States Navy Retiree with 30 years of dedicated military service, and experience in private practice following his military career, he has an extensive background in the evaluation and treatment of many psychiatric disorders including combat related disorders like Post Traumatic Stress.
He prides himself in working alongside each individual, their emotional support, and their therapist, to craft a personalized treatment plan using psychopharmacology and state of the art options like genetic testing to assist in selecting medications.
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Bill is passionate about working with you and the Lakes Center Mental Health team to offer modern treatment options designed to improve your physical and mental health, and to help you return to functioning in life at your very best.
William Byers, PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner
"Our journey will start with you at the center, making decisions with input from your team, designed to help you restore, accept and love the person staring back at you in the mirror"
Kelly graduated from Oakland University in 2014 with her master’s in nursing earning a Family Nurse Practitioner certificate. In 2020 she obtained her post master’s certificate as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Early in her career in family practice, Kelly knew that she wanted to further her education in psychiatry and help patients to receive the mental health care that they needed.
Kelly believes in a holistic approach to mental health care as well as the importance of good therapeutic relationships with her patients and their families. Kelly is seeing children and adolescents as well as adults.
Kelly Gamache, PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner
“Knowing that we can be loved exactly as we are, gives us all the best opportunity for growing into the healthiest of people.”
- Fred Rogers
appointments: (248) 859-2457
phone: (248) 859-2457
email for CURRENT patients only: KGamache@lakescenter.com
Accepting children and adolescents for medication management.
Diane Gutchak is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), a psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), as well as faculty for the University of Michigan – Flint. Twenty-four years as a FNP helped to nurture a passion for psychiatry. Diane provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, and medication management for patients experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar and other mood disorders. She is always working with patients to help them achieve recovery, improved quality of life, and improved relationships.
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Diane Gutchak, PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner
“ Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone”
- Lisa Olivera
appointments: (248) 859-2457
phone: (248) 859-2457
email for CURRENT patients only: DGutchak@lakescenter.com
Accepting new in-person patients for medication management at the Owosso, MI location only.
Angela Stathopoulos is a 2002 graduate of Michigan State University's College of Nursing and a 2005 graduate of Wayne State University's College of Nursing's Master of Science in Psychiatric Nursing Program. She is ANCC board certified as a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
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Angela comes to Lakes Center Mental Health Network with over 17 years of full time work experience as an NP in outpatient psychiatry.
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Angela holds special interest in the treatment of refractory depression using strategies beyond the typically necessary SSRI's and psychotherapy venturing into options including TMS, SPRAVATO, add on antidepressants, Lithium, vibrational frequency, and Botox injections of the forehead and 11 lines.
Angela Stathopoulos,
PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner
We will need to try some things. We might need to try a lot of things. Just know, we will keep trying all the way until we get there.
appointments: (248) 859-2457
phone: (248) 859-2457
email for CURRENT patients only: AngieS@lakescenter.com
Accepting new patients for
medication management.
Therapists
To easily find a Therapist with availabilities that matches your needs, click here for our handy, sortable Therapy Staff Chart.
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NEW PATIENTS: Please contact the chosen therapist (call or email) directly to set up an appointment.
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Then call (248) 859-2457 to provide patient information and to get the new patient paperwork. It is also available on the FORMS page.
Regina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist certified in both EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Perinatal Mental Health, and she also incorporates CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems) treatment modalities into her work. Regina has worked in private practice for a decade supporting clients sorting through developmental trauma, single incident trauma and antenatal/postpartum issues.
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Regina also provides EMDR Intensives which are sessions that are several hours or days long to address client trauma and symptoms quicker than is usually achieved through weekly sessions. Please inquire directly if you are interested in this service.
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Areas of experience include:
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Acute and Chronic PTSD
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Traumatic Birth Issues
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Postpartum Mood/Anxiety Disorders
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Adjustment Disorders/
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Military Trauma
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Low Self-Worth/Self Esteem Issues/Negative Self Beliefs
Regina Baker, LMFT
Licensed Marriage
and Family Therapist
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.”
– Helen Keller
direct line/appts: 248-617-8967
e-mail: RBaker@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
“Courage and Commitment – Let's Break Every Chain!”
Ginger Blair, LMSW, CAADC
Clinical Social Worker
and Certified Addiction Specialist
direct line/appts: (313) 415-1449
email: GBlair@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Ginger Blair is MSW and a Certified Addictions Counselor. Her undergraduate training included a first in the country program for a BA in Social work. (Waverly, Iowa) Her graduate training is from Wayne State School of Social Work. Ms. Blair has over 40 years of experience in behavioral medicine. She takes pride in her 30 years of service within public health settings. She has also four years of training in Bioenergetic analysis.
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“It has been an honor to serve and help heal – and to be healed – we are a team! “
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Ginger has developed her skills as a Certified Addiction counselor and addresses issues of addiction, adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) trauma in the addicted family, co-dependency, and dual diagnosis. Our goal is to work together to break the chain of addiction and pain.
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Ginger also treats individuals who experience :
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Adult ADHD
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Schizophrenia
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Dual Diagnosis
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Alcohol and drug addiction.
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Abuse and Neglect
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Trauma
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Women’s issues which impact
daily living
Ashli received her Master's of Clinical Psychology from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. She has experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community health settings. Her practice includes helping those with personality disorders, Trauma/PTSD, and those who struggle with relational issues. She has taken additional training on how to advocate and treat those who have experienced sexual assault as well as mindfulness techniques and helping clients to recognize their coping skills and strengths. Her method is based on unconditional positive regard for her clients and validation all through a DBT intensive lens, helping people on their journey to wellness.
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Specialties include:
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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Self-harm
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Anxiety
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Sexuality/Kink/BDSM
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Stress Management
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Substance Use
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Women’s issues
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Relationship issues
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Trauma/PTSD
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Depression and other mood disorders
Ashli Brennan, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
"It's ok to not be ok."
- Anonymous
direct line/appts: (312) 967-6619
email: ABrennan@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Hello! I’m Terrie Browning, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Forensic Consultant, Credentialed Telehealth, with specialization in Counseling Psychology. I am trained in ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy, which is the gold standard of treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder with a strong research base to prove its efficacy.
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I offer goal-oriented therapies for adults and adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I am passionate about the mind/body connection and use CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP along with a mindfulness skill set to increase awareness, create necessary habit changes, improve relationships both personal and professional, and maintain a healthy balance in your life. I specialize in life pattern changes.
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I offer online counseling with a flexible schedule, combining mind and body wellness, positive psychology, among other services for the most thriving mental health.
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Types of Therapy
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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Forensic Psychology
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Mindfulness Based Therapy
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Humanistic Interpersonal
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Emotionally Focused
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Compassion Focused
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Culturally Sensitive / LGBTQ
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Motivational Interviewing
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Solution Focused
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Specialties Include:
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Behavioral Issues
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Coping Skills
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Grief
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Life Transitions
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Obsessive / Intrusive Thoughts and Compulsions
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Self Esteem / Self Worth
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Stress
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Women's Issues
Terrie Browning, LPC, CFC, DCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
“Mental health…is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going."
direct line/appts: (248) 342-9254
email: TBrowning@lakescenter.com (pref.)
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients ages 12 and up,
for Telehealth only.
ERP offered for ages 10 and up.
Olivia is a Licensed Master of Social Work and psychotherapist who graduated from Wayne State University in 2019 where she studied art therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. She has clinical experience working with children, families, and adults in community mental health outpatient, school, and health care systems settings. As a nationally certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, she specializes in supporting children overcoming trauma.
Olivia believes that all persons are capable of thriving when their needs are met. She utilizes attachment, trauma, art, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and play therapy informed interventions to empower clients to strengthen relationships, enhance coping abilities, and expand insight.
Olivia is intentional about being curious about each person’s unique experience and forming a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients, bringing authenticity, cultural humility, empathy, non-judgment, humor, and creativity into the work. She is eager to connect with and support children ages 6+, adolescents, parents, and adults in managing:
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Life Transitions
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Social skill building / Social Functioning
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LGBTQ+ Specific Matters
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Behavioral Challenges
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Interpersonal Relationships
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ADHD Related Symptoms
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Emotion Regulation
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Traumatic Stress
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Self-Esteem
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Grief and Loss
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Depression and Anxiety
direct line/appts: (313) 389-6316
email: OBurlison@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457​
Olivia Burlison, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do“
- Brené Brown
Anne Campbell, PhD
Psychologist
“Encouraging a child means that one or more of the following messages are coming through, either by word or by action: I believe in you, I trust you, I know you can handle this, You are listened to, You are cared for, You are very important to me.”
- Barbara Coloroso
direct line/appts: (248) 910-9159
email: ACampbell@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
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Accepting new patients.
Anne is a fully licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, teens and families. She received her doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialty in Child and Family Treatment in 1985 from Oklahoma State University. Her undergraduate studies were at Kalamazoo College with work at Johns Hopkins in the Kennedy Child Development center. She
is licensed in both Michigan and New York. Further, she is trained in Play therapy and Family Systems Therapy. She has worked for over 35 years in private practice, community mental health, hospitals, courts, and school settings; evaluating and treating children with a variety of challenges. Anne is a member of the American Psychological Association and Michigan Association of School Psychologists.
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Her understanding of the school system and needs of school-aged children and teens helps to best address the concerns of students struggling academically or emotionally by providing them with the support and problem solving skills they need to be successful. Her goal is to empower clients with the understanding and strategies they can use to solve problems effectively
Tamara Carter, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
""I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become"
- Carl Jung
Tamara Carter has more than 14 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings, such as inpatient psychiatric clinics, outpatient clinics, private practice, specialty clinics, and nursing homes.
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She has extensive clinical experience working with individuals and groups in various areas, including trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, anger management, schizophrenia, DBT, group psychotherapy, and palliative care.
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Tamara adopts an integrative and holistic approach guided by the understanding that a balance in the mind, body, and spirit play a vital role in mental health.
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To meet each patient’s needs, she utilizes various techniques and skills drawn from evidence-based treatment modalities, such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), motivational interviewing, PE (Prolonged Exposure) PTSD treatment, solution-focused therapy, along with psychoeducation.
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Areas of Expertise:
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Trauma
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Depression
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Bipolar Disorder
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Anxiety Disorder
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Anger Management
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Schizophrenia
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DBT
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Group Psychotherapy
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Palliative Care
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PE PTSD
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CBT
direct line/appts: (989) 213-4430
email: TCarter@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Hannah Collard, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
"When we approach our distressing emotions with curiosity and compassion, we can learn to soar"
- Aundi Kolber
direct line/appts: (734) 304-8906
email: HCollard@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Hannah is a fully licensed clinical therapist. She received her Master of Social Work degree in 2011 from Eastern Michigan University and her Bachelor of Psychology from The University of Michigan in 2009. Hannah has experience in outpatient, inpatient and residential settings. She has experience treating teens, adults, and seniors. Her passion is providing support to promote wellness, healing and improved quality of life. She understands that navigating all the turns in life can be challenging and is here to walk by your side.
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In her practice she focuses on providing a safe, calm, and compassionate environment. While collaborating with you, she will provide treatment based on your needs and preferences. She has been trained in CBT, DBT, and EMDR as well as other treatment modalities. Hannah understands that starting therapy can be a big step and hopes that wherever you are at in life you will be willing to process it with her. Come as you are.
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Specialties include:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Stress Management
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Relationship Issues
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Trauma
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Self-Esteem/Self-Worth
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Life Transitions and Adjustment
Susan received her master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan in 1986. She has 30+ years of clinical experience treating clients with a wide range of issues. Her practice includes adult men and women of all ages who are trying to bring about positive change in their lives. Her approach is eclectic, using a broad range of techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and supportive psychotherapies. Areas of specialty include: Depression, stress management and anxiety reduction, relationship issues, marital and divorce counseling, parenting issues, adults of any age struggling with life transition issues, and mood disorders with co-morbid substance abuse.
Contemplating change is the first and sometimes most difficult step. Together we will collaborate to understand how your history has shaped you, and what you can do to change the patterns causing your current challenges. Finding this healthy balance between acceptance and change will lead to more peace, satisfaction and happiness in your daily life.
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Areas of specialty include:
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Depression
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Stress management and anxiety reduction
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Relationship issues
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Marital and divorce counseling
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Parenting issues
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Adults of all ages struggling with life transition issues
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Mood Disorders with co-morbid substance abuse
Susan Deutsch, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
“Contemplating change is the first and sometimes most difficult step. Together we will collaborate to understand how your history has shaped you, and what you can do to change the patterns that are causing your current challenges. Finding this healthy balance between acceptance and change will lead to more peace, satisfaction and happiness in your daily life”
direct line/appts: (248) 563-7004
email: SDeutsch@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Cathy is a clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with adults, teens, and families. She is committed to helping people build happiness and joy in their lives, while also helping them learn to manage feelings of anxiety and depression. Her life experiences have taught her the importance of compassion and empathy; she strives to incorporate these qualities into her practice techniques. She believes change is possible. Using mindfulness skills along with learning to manage thoughts and emotions can be powerful tools to help cope with challenges in life. She is a person-centered therapist, focusing on your goals and strengths. She is DBT informed and often uses ACT, CBT, and somatic techniques in her practice style.
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Practice Styles:
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CBT
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DBT
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ACT
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Somatic
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Solution Focused
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Trauma Informed
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Areas:
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Anxiety Disorders
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Depression/Mood Disorders
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Stress Management
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Trauma
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Grief and Loss
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Life Change
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Pain Issues
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Relationship Issues
Catherine DuFresne, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
Every moment is a fresh beginning
- T.S. Elliot
direct line/appts: (248) 854-3915
email: CDuFresne@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Linda Fershtman, (she/her/hers) has been practicing psychology for 26 years. She is dually certified in both clinical and school psychology. Before joining Lakes Center Mental Health Network, Linda was the Managing Director and clinician for 11 years at Lakes Area Psychological Services. Linda also has extensive experience in the school setting working with individuals from ages 5-26. Having worked as a school psychologist for 25 years, her rich experience allows her to witness and support the unique difficulties, challenges and problem-solving complexities of children, tweens, and teens. She also has a tailored skill set with school collaboration, helping to guide parents and schools with IEP and accommodation planning. Linda offers goal-oriented in-person or telehealth sessions for each client and throughout her years, has counseled many children, tweens, teens, young adults, with or without their families, in individual, small group and large group settings.
Linda’s compassion and empathy are utilized for developing meaningful relationships consisting of strong rapport. She uses evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Based Therapy and Mindfulness to provide support in the areas of overall skill building, conflict resolution, anti-bullying, executive functioning development, relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, parenting, stress management, and issues related to LGBTQIA+. She is honored to embark on her journey to support others to help them reach their full potentials.
Linda Fershtman, LLP
Limited-License Psychologist
“If children feel safe, they can take risks, ask questions, make mistakes, learn to trust, share their feelings, and grow.”
- Alfie Kohn
direct line/appts: (248) 671-3030
email: LFershtman@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Victoria Harrington is a Licensed Masters Social Worker and received her Masters Degree of Social Work from the University of Michigan. During her career as a clinical social worker, for over 40 years, she has worked in a variety of mental health clinics and family service agencies. Her practice includes treatment of adults of all ages.
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Special Interest Areas include:
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Adjustment Disorders which occur in response to a major life event, change or crisis.
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Anxiety and Panic Disorders
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Depression
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Women in transition
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Young adults with transitional issues
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Pre marital counseling
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Divorce related issues
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Vicki works with her clients to establish a collaborative therapeutic relationship to determine the goals of treatment. Treatment approaches and techniques utilized to achieve these goals include psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, mindfulness, and relaxation and stress management techniques. The client is helped to alleviate distress and improve his or her quality of life and relationships.
Victoria Harrington,
LMSW, ACSW
Clinical Social Worker
"The therapy experience is each individual's unique journey of self discovery, which provides an opportunity for healing and personal growth within the accepting environment of the therapeutic relationship.”
direct line/appts: (248) 349-8934
email: VHarrington@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Anetia Isbell is a licensed Professional Counselor and a graduate from Wayne State University. Ms. Isbell is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She has completed EMDR training, levels I and I; Dialectical Behavior Training; Motivational Interviewing; Michigan Society of Clinical Hypnosis approved Clinical Hypnosis Training and is a Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate I. Ms. Isbell has done intensive independent study in family dynamics, the impact of addiction and other dysfunction on families and individuals, and personality disorders.
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Ms. Isbell has extensive training and experience providing individual, family and group therapy to a wide variety of clients with various concerns including severe and persistent mental health issues, Borderline Personality disorder, addictions, depression and anxiety, alcohol and drug dependency, relationship difficulties, family problems and interpersonal skills deficiencies. Co-occurring substance abuse, psychiatric and emotional disorders are areas of specialty. Ms. Isbell tailors her interventions to meet her client’s specific needs.
Anetia Isbell, LPC, CAADC
Licensed Professional Counselor
"We are all just walking each other home."
- Ram Dass
"I am honored that people allow me in and trust me at their most challenging times."
Telehealth Visits Only
direct line/appts: (313) 587-3363
email: Aisbell@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients for Telehealth only.
Kathleen Mahoney LMSW is a fully licensed clinical therapist who graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Postgraduate she functioned as a Medical Social Worker in both a hospital and homecare settings. These positions afforded her the opportunity to assist with many medical diagnoses and treatments including chronic pain, heart disease, COPD, oncology and hospice. She utilizes this knowledge in her treatment process.
Before joining Lakes Psychiatric Center PLLC, she was a Clinical Therapist at A Healing Place LLC for over two years. Prior to this experience she worked as a Clinical Therapist at Henry Ford Jackson Behavioral Health for twenty years. Kathleen practices from both a holistic and strength-based perspective to assist clients with creating personal goals that can then become the actions that improve their daily life. She has training in treating multiple diagnoses including women’s issues, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, relationship issues and life transitions with her treatment focused on the use of cognitive behavioral therapy while incorporating other models as well.
Kathleen believes that therapy is a substantial investment involving significant time and energy and she enjoys aiding people who need guidance with discovering the areas of their life that create concern and are blocking their ability to find contentment. Kathleen works with individuals ages 18 and older as well as couples. One of the aspects of therapy that Kathleen values most is in constructing a safe and trustworthy environment for clients to be able to confidently share their thoughts and feelings so they can begin the journey of self-healing and fulfill internal objectives.
Kathleen Mahoney, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall”
- Confucius
Telehealth Visits Only
direct line/appts: (517) 962-8832
email: KMahoney@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients for Telehealth only.
Jessica received her Master’s of Social Work from Michigan State University in 2016 and has experience in the residential and community mental health settings. Jessica has certifications and extensive experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) among other treatment modalities. Jessica works with various populations including adolescents, teens, and adults.
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Jessica focuses on a goal oriented, person centered approach to treatment and believes that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and their challenges, Jessica creates a tailored approach for each individual and situation. Jessica considers herself an active therapist and combines education, creativity and, experience with a realistic approach to therapy.
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Specialties include:
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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Self-esteem issues
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Self-harm
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Anxiety
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Trauma/PTSD
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Stress Management
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Depression and other mood disorders
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Schizophrenia and other thought disorders
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Adjustment Disorders
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Dual Diagnosis
Jessica Muirhead, LMSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom"
– Anais Nin
direct line/appts: (248) 778-6822
email: JMuirhead@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients for DBT program only.
Marina is a board certified licensed professional counselor in private practice in West Bloomfield, Michigan. She offers help to young adults and older. Marina’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, parenting, perinatal adjustments and mood disorders, couples therapy, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress. In addition, Marina is an approved clinical supervisor supporting novice counselors obtain their full professional license.
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For over twelve years, Marina specialized in helping women with perinatal mood disorders and their families during her work with the Beaumont Health System’s Parenting Program. An undergraduate degree in educational psychology was obtained in Argentina. After living in Germany for thirteen years, Marina moved to the US where she obtained a master’s degree in community counseling from Siena Heights University in Michigan, and a doctorate in health psychology from Walden University. Her research focused on implementing mindfulness-based stress reduction to the treatment of postpartum depression and anxiety.
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Marina has provided Mental Health First Aid instruction to the community around the Detroit metropolitan area including the Hispanic, public safety, military and higher education populations while working with local mental health agencies. Within the Mental Health First Aid area, Marina served as a National Trainer and a Quality Evaluator for the National Council of Behavioral Health.
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Marina’s theoretical orientation is integrative of client-centered, brief solution focused, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic perspectives. She has a holistic approach to counseling that, when appropriate and conducive to your general wellbeing, may include the option of mindfulness and hypnotherapy.
Marina Pesserl, PhD, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
“Happiness belongs to you...Allow this one correction to be placed within your mind...Then welcome all the happiness it brings as truth replaces fear, and joy becomes what you expect.”
- Helen Schuman
direct line/appts: (248) 910-1591
email: MPesserl@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients for DBT program only.
Yawen Ning, LCSW
Clinical Social Worker
“Every morning, we are born again. What we do today is what matters most”
direct line/appts: (313) 799-3636
email: Ning@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Ning is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a strong focus on sexual health and trauma. She graduated from the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2018 and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Social Work at Boston University, concentrating on Mental Health and Trauma. As a bilingual immigrant therapist, Ning emphasizes culturally competent and inclusive care, and provides treatment in both English and Mandarin.
In her practice, Ning uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including EMDR, DBT, and CBT, tailored to meet the specific needs of her clients. With six years of clinical experience in various settings, she has refined her skills in psychiatric evaluations, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention for adults struggling with PTSD, depression, and other mental health concerns. She also assists young adults with identity exploration. Ning's therapeutic approach is human-centered, valuing each individual's autonomy and fostering close collaboration with her clients. She is knowledgeable, non-judgmental, and dedicated to creating a safe space for individuals to explore, grow, and heal. Ning specializes in serving the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals who practice ethical non-monogamy.
Beyond her clinical endeavors, Ning actively engages in research, enhancing understanding of how sexual health and trauma affect diverse populations. Her work is published in peer-reviewed journals, and she regularly shares her findings at conferences and public speaking events, aiming to improve mental health interventions and outcomes within the communities she serves.
Ashley earned her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Wayne State University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a development plan counselor with the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals. Prior to joining the Lakes Psychiatric Center team, Ashley worked at a non-profit organization, which provided her with invaluable clinical experience, treating a wide range of presenting problems in persons 6 years and older through individual, group, and family therapy. She practices trauma-informed care and places an emphasis on developing a strong therapeutic relationship, which is the foundation for effective treatment. She believes that you are the expert on yourself and your goals, and partners with you sharing her own knowledge on treating mental health and substance use disorders to develop a clear plan to elicit change. Ashley strives to provide a safe, compassionate space free of judgement to process life experiences and learn skills to better manage symptoms. She uses an integrated approach to treatment, drawing upon a variety of therapeutic techniques based on individual needs. Frequently utilized techniques include person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, play-based therapy techniques, motivational interviewing, reality therapy, gestalt therapy, and psychoeducation.
Ashley Rubel, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
"Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light."
– Albus Dumbledore
direct line/appts: (248) 462-6514
email: ARubel@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients ages 6 and up,
for Telehealth only.
Josephine is a Licensed Masters Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. She has over 20 years experience treating young adults and seniors using methods customized to the individual including: cognitive/behavioral therapy, mindfulness, insight therapy and relaxation/ stress reduction techniques. Issues focused on include:
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Depression, Anxiety/Panic, OCD
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Relationship issues
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Women's issues
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Low self-esteem
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Adjustment to life changes: Loss from death of a loved one, divorce, job,
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Obstacles to personal/professional growth
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Chronic pain management and other disorders related to adjustment to a medical condition
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Anorexia/bulimia and body image issues
Jo is problem focused and goal-oriented with a commitment to facilitating positive change.
Josephine Salem, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
"Make a positive change with Hope, Purpose, Wisdom and Fulfillment"
direct line/appts: (248) 736-9373
email: JSalem@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Courtney Scheid, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change”
- Carl Rogers
direct line/appts: (970) 903-7577
email: CScheid@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Courtney received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Northern Arizona University and earned a Master’s of Community Counseling Degree in 2009 from Adams State College. She has experience working with adolescents and adults in community based, academic, and health care settings. Courtney’s training and experience in the counseling field includes working in the areas of Crisis Intervention, Domestic Violence, interpersonal and relationship issues, working with individuals and groups with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), substance abuse issues, and equine assisted recreational and therapeutic groups, as well as providing support for Palliative Medicine patients and families. Having raised a family, cared for aging parents, and through her palliative clinic experience, she brings an understanding of various stages of life to her counseling approach.
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Specialties Include:
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Substance Abuse
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Interpersonal and Relationship Issues
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Self-Esteem issues
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Emotional Awareness
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Emotion Regulation
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Communication Effectiveness
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Distress Tolerance
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Adolescents
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Courtney’s therapeutic approach is based in acceptance and change, helping people to accept where they are and make changes toward a fulfilling life. Courtney provides professional and compassionate services from a combination of a cognitive-behavioral, strength based and goal-oriented framework. Through education, introspection, support, goal setting and incorporating mindfulness and DBT informed practices, Courtney can assist clients on their path to personal empowerment and growth. Through a nonjudgmental approach, she helps identify negative thought patterns and create balanced reactions, as well as gain access to inner strength and resilience to find a life worth living. There are many paths to healing, and Courtney strives to help others find the one that is the best fit for their individual needs.
Linda is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 25+ years’ experience. She received her BSW from Michigan State (1979) and her MSW from Wayne State University (1994).
She works with a wide range of clients: female, male, as well as non-binary, from 18 years and up to seniors. Her experience has been varied, dealing with a wide range of issues.
Experience/Specialties include:
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Depression, anxiety, grief, trauma,
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Marital and pre-marital
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Life changes and adjustment
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Women/Men empowerment and self-compassion
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Domestic violence: emotional, verbal, and physical
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LGBTQIA+
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Individuals, couples, families
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Her therapy style is interactive and will allow significant/relevant others in sessions as indicated to reach client goals. Her treatment is tailored to the clients’ personal goals to reach optimal results, trust, and satisfaction. Her approach is cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic with a focus on mindfulness techniques.
Her hope is for the client to discover more about themselves, others, and develop their confidence to change and grow. She believes that when we change and grow things in our life change and grow as well.
This is a journey worth taking and she believes it is a privilege to be a part of this journey.
Linda Sherman, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you gotta put up with the rain”
- Dolly Parton
direct line/appts: (248) 880-8087
email: LSherman@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Heidi has a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Wayne State University. She also has a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture with a minor in Horticulture! She has extensive experience with the perinatal mental health population not only through her own experience but also through training from Postpartum Support International, The Bloom Foundation, Postpartum Progress, Beaumont Parenting Program, and as a clinician at Nature’s Playhouse in Ferndale. Heidi also has remained an active patient advocate for Sage Therapeutics, a leader in perinatal mood disorder research and pharmaceutical intervention.
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Heidi works with young adults (15+) throughout adulthood.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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Action and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Motivational Interviewing
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Solution-Focused
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Humor and Real-life Experiences
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Although Heidi’s passion is maternal/paternal mental health she works closely with issues of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders such as bipolar, borderline personality disorders, and major depressive disorders. Heidi is also passionate about the ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) population and is dedicated to helping families of addicts heal from addiction and generational patterns.
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Lived experience brought Heidi into the therapeutic profession and continues to drive her career through education and training to help patients work through and heal from mental health and life change issues.
Heidi Stamper, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending."
- C. S. Lewis
email: HStamper@lakescenter.com
(for patient communications/appts)
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paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients for DBT program only.
Genevieve is a fully licensed professional counselor. She received her Master's degree from Oakland University in 2012. She has worked in a variety of community mental health settings, including a mobile crisis team and in a residential substance abuse treatment center. She works with children, adolescents, adults and families in individual and group therapy sessions.
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Genevieve helps guide clients towards self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. She received her DBT certification in 2019. Additionally, she is well versed in cognitive and behavioral modification, mindfulness, play and art therapy, and trauma informed care interventions. She creates a caring and compassionate space for individuals to develop goals that are unique and creative.
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In working with Genevieve, a person will begin a healing journey to better understand themselves, their relationships, and the world around them.
Genevieve Taylor, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be."
- Lao Tzu
direct line/appts: (248) 766-2036
email: GTaylor@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Sydney received her Master of Social Work from Michigan State University with specialized training in evidence-based trauma treatment and significant clinical practice in outpatient, community mental health and medical settings. As a mental health provider, Sydney has treated diverse populations of all ages utilizing trauma-informed interventions and collaborating with health providers and top tier specialists in Michigan. She has also received endorsement in infant and maternal mental health.
Repeatedly recognized for excellence in trauma-informed care and psychotherapeutic treatment, Sydney strives to assist each person in their personal growth and restoration within their systems through purposeful work established in the therapeutic relationship. Sydney is invested in promoting an integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach. She utilizes various modalities to treatment that include cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused, interpersonal and family psychotherapy, mindfulness and trauma-informed care to enhance the overall total health and well-being of a person with special interest in issues related to depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and emotional dysregulation. Focusing on a person's strengths and wellness, Sydney believes that any person is capable of change given the education and tools. She embodies an empathetic, non-judgmental, and trustworthy stance with the goal of creating a safe and supportive environment to explore new insights, coping, and areas of growth.
Specialties:
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Adjustment Disorder
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Adolescent Issues
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Anxiety Disorders
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Depression
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Dual Diagnosis
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Infant and Maternal Mental Health
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Grief / Loss
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Trauma
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Interpersonal Relationships
Sydney Walley, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
"it's never too late or, in my case, too early to be whoever you want to be"
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
direct line/appts: (989) 574-7315
email: SWalley@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Dr. Bettie Williams is a psychologist (PsyD), professional counselor (LPC), certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP), and EMDR Trained.
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Bettie believes in a client-centered approach with a holistic framework. Bettie understands that trauma and grief manifest in many different forms, and everyone reacts and responds differently. Bettie believes symptoms are chains that have a crippling and damaging effect on your life, and with help, they can be broken so that anyone can experience joy again.
She respects everyone without judgment and honors each person. She believes in walking with you through the healing process at your speed as your journey partner. She is a Christian therapist who understands your spiritual walk and everyone is welcomed regardless of beliefs.
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Grief
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Trauma, including childhood trauma
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PTSD
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Helplessness
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Unforgiveness of Self/Others
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Sleeplessness
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Crying Spells
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Can't Focus
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Anger
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Resentment
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Autism
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Bipolar disorder
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ADHD
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Practice Styles:
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EMDR
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Trauma-Informed
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Patient-Centered Therapy
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CBT
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Solution Focused
Bettie Williams, PsyD, LPC
Psychologist
"It's time to break free of crippling and damaging chains so you can experience healing and ultimately joy"
direct line/appts: (248) 721-2422
email: BWilliams@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
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Accepting new patients.
Trisha Zukowski, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
"You are not alone. Your life story matters."
direct line/appts: (248) 919-8369
email: TZukowski@lakescenter.com
paperwork: (248) 859-2457
Accepting new patients.
Trisha Zukowski is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who specializes in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), grief and loss, and hospice (end of life). Trisha has 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Wayne State University.
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Trisha believes that everyone should be able to tell their stories without judgment. Your experiences mold you into who you are, however this does not mean you can't change and grow. Sometimes people find themselves stuck in patterns, with hurt and pain that don't serve them well, and are unhealthy. Sometimes because of such events you know it's time to make a change, and learn to grow into who you have always wanted to be.
Trisha believes that you can heal from your past stories, pain, and hurt. You can learn from these events and make new healthy patterns. She is here to hear your story. Your life story matters! Work with Trisha to see the changes you would like to see. Contact her for an appointment so you can get started!
