Therapists for college students near Ann Arbor, MI

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Angel Burns, LLCSW, (she/her), enjoys encouraging clients to take an active role in their own therapeutic journey. Angel believes that each client is the author of their own story, and she feels honored to hear that story directly from the author. She is a compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist, passionate about diverse genders, sexual orientation and behaviors, and relationship structures. She is committed to creating a warm environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable. Angel recognizes that different therapeutic approaches work for different clients, and she utilizes a range of techniques based on each individual’s needs. Her work is grounded in feminist theory and guided by a person-centered approach. She incorporates third-wave CBT techniques, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), self-compassion, and mindfulness practices. Angel is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Throughout the therapeutic journey, Angel seeks to provide clients with tools they can apply in their own mental health growth. She strives to empower clients at every stage of change, and she supports them in deepening their understanding of themselves so they can move toward greater mental health and peace in their lives

Sharda Rucker, LLCSW (she/her), offers her clients a wealth of professional expertise and personal experience, specializing in perinatal care and life stage transitions. While she has a deep understanding of women's health challenges—including fertility treatments, pregnancy anxiety after loss, and postpartum mental health—Sharda is equally skilled in supporting women without reproductive concerns and men. Her integrative approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and person-centered techniques, tailoring the therapeutic experience to the unique needs of each individual. Sharda works collaboratively with her clients to address immediate concerns and foster long-term well-being, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. Whether they’re recent graduates, individuals facing fertility challenges, new parents, overstimulated or burned-out mothers, or seasoned professionals seeking balance, Sharda welcomes adults of all ages and backgrounds to her client base. She provides specialized support for fertility issues, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, menopause-related mental health, anxiety management, trauma processing through EMDR, career challenges, and relationship counseling. Sharda believes in the validity of her clients’ experiences and prioritizes their mental health. She offers a safe, understanding space for their healing journey, working collaboratively to reshape thought patterns, process emotional wounds, and help clients embrace their innate strengths.

Sonia McCain, LLCSW (she/her), brings over 10 years of experience in social work, with a broad background in case management, therapy, and crisis intervention. Throughout her career, Sonia has had the privilege of working with a diverse client base, including adults and children facing mental illness, substance use, and developmental delays. She has honed a versatile skill set that allows her to meet the unique and varied needs of each individual she works with, utilizing a compassionate, person-centered approach. Sonia specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing; along with evidence based practices that empower individuals to manage symptoms, shift unhelpful thought patterns,and build intrinsic motivation for meaningful change. Her approach is collaborative and flexible, adapting to the unique needs of each client to create a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. She works with clients to help them better understand their challenges, develop coping skills, and build resilience to improve overall well-being. In addition to her work with mental health and substance use concerns, Sonia supports first responders and helping professionals navigating the unique emotional demands and stressors of their work. She also assists clients experiencing complex family dynamics, trauma, and relationship stressors. Whether clients are dealing with acute crises or everyday overwhelm, Sonia’s goal is to help them regain control and move toward a life of balance, growth, and fulfillment. She fosters a space where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.

Nichole Birk, LLMSW (she/her), has over five years of experience in social work, with a strong background in case management, crisis intervention, and client advocacy. Her professional path has centered on supporting individuals navigating housing instability, systemic barriers, and complex care systems. With a deep commitment to social justice, Nichole brings both compassion and practical expertise to her therapeutic work. Nichole takes a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, creating a space where individuals feel respected, supported, and empowered to take steps toward healing and growth. She is particularly skilled in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, eating disorders, life transitions, and the emotional toll of navigating unjust systems. She also has experience supporting youth through complex challenges and identity development. Drawing from her extensive knowledge of community resources and services, she works to connect each client with the tools and supports they need to thrive. Nichole provides individual and couples therapy to people from all backgrounds and walks of life. She is currently accepting new clients and offers services through a range of insurance plans.

Evelyn Fehrlen, BA (she/her) is a Master of Social Work intern completing her final year at Grand Valley State University. Her education in both psychology and social work, combined with an advanced generalist training approach, has shaped a deeply holistic understanding of how systemic and environmental factors influence individual wellbeing. Evelyn brings a warm, person-centered style to her work, prioritizing each client’s unique strengths and challenges. She specializes in working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, and has developed a focused interest in supporting clients navigating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Evelyn is passionate about helping individuals better understand intrusive thoughts, compulsive patterns, and anxiety-driven behaviors while building practical, evidence-informed coping strategies. She strives to offer an affirming, empowering therapeutic space where clients feel both supported and challenged in meaningful ways. Her lived experience allows her to connect with clients in a way that is authentic, compassionate, and rooted in real-world understanding. Evelyn is LGBTQIA+ allied and committed to creating a safe, inclusive space for individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

Amanda VanDuinen, BA Psychology, CADC (she/her), specializes in trauma-informed care, substance use recovery, and adult mental health. With hands-on experience as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and case manager, Amanda brings both clinical expertise and personal lived experience to her practice. Allowing her to create a therapeutic space grounded in empathy, authenticity, and resilience. She works primarily with adults navigating complex life experiences, including trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Amanda’s approach integrates mindfulness, meditation, and holistic modalities with evidence-based interventions, supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves, cultivating emotional strength, and fostering sustainable healing. With a compassionate and collaborative style, Amanda helps clients move through life’s challenges with clarity and confidence; guiding them toward greater balance, renewed purpose, and meaningful transformation.

Phylicia Keys, PhD, LLMSW (she/her) brings over a decade of experience working in community and educational settings, supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges with authenticity and growth. She holds both a PhD and Master’s in Social Work and is also a certified yoga instructor, integrating body-based awareness into her work when it aligns with the client’s needs. Her approach is holistic and strengths-based, viewing healing as a process that includes mind, body, and behavior. Rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and culturally responsive practice, Phylicia helps clients develop practical tools to manage anxiety, stress, and mood challenges while deepening self-understanding and self-compassion. Phylicia works collaboratively with adolescents and adults, and she specializes in supporting older adults (55+) as they navigate life transitions, shifting roles, grief and loss, identity changes, retirement adjustment, and finding renewed purpose and connection. Whether it’s processing transitions, navigating relationships, or rediscovering purpose, Phylicia’s approach is compassionate, empowering, and designed to meet clients where they are in their journey. If this is your first time in therapy or you’re returning with new goals, Phylicia’s goal is to help you find clarity, direction, and sustainable change.

aryn Sinclaire, LCSW, (she/her), is a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist specializing in attachment, trauma, and personality disorders. Based in Michigan, Taryn offers telehealth services, allowing her to connect with clients from anywhere in the state. She is passionate about working with clients who are ready to engage actively in their therapeutic journey, believing strongly that true progress in therapy comes from taking an active role. Taryn creates a warm, compassionate, and calm environment where clients feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings, no matter how intense. She values honesty and warmth in her therapeutic relationships, and she celebrates her clients' successes while providing a supportive space for growth and exploration. With a focus on equipping clients with the skills and understanding they need to navigate life's challenges, Taryn views therapy as a collaborative effort to add more tools to one's toolbox. Her goal is to help clients learn and grow in a way that allows them to function at their best, no matter what life throws their way. By working together, Taryn aims to empower her clients to become their best selves and enjoy life to the fullest.

H&A is dedicated to meeting clients where they are at and helping them find the best path to who and where they want to be! We see clients of all ages, cultures, identities, and beliefs for a variety of issues. Our therapists offer individual, family, and group therapy, as well as a complete range of psychological testing. We see clients for virtual appointments and also have 8 locations in Farmington Hills, Plymouth, South Lyon, Ann Arbor, and Fenton.

Lauren Lay, MA, MLP, LLP holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Grand Valley State University and a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the Michigan School of Psychology. With over 20 years of experience as a case manager and psychotherapist, she has worked in diverse settings, including residential and community mental health, hospitals, mental health courts, and private practice. Lauren believes that struggles do not define us as weak or inadequate and offers a compassionate, judgment-free environment grounded in empathy and understanding. She helps clients explore their stories, take responsibility, and release anxieties about what is beyond their control. Her therapeutic approach integrates attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), person-centered, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), humanistic, Gestalt, and existential therapies, focusing on improving self-awareness, self-acceptance, and interpersonal relationships. Lauren specializes in working with adults and couples navigating relationship challenges, emotional expression, and anxiety. Clients often find her warm, empathetic, and insightful, fostering openness and significant personal and relational growth. As the managing associate and attending provider at Hutchison & Associates’ Fenton, Michigan office, Lauren offers both telehealth and in-clinic sessions to meet clients' needs. The office is located at 10089 White Lake Rd, Fenton, MI 48430.

I am a dedicated therapist committed to supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment to facilitate growth for each client. I have experience in treating those dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, behavioral issues, and family/marital conflict. Whether you're seeking strategies for parenting, navigating complex emotions, or finding balance in your life, I am here to provide compassionate and effective support.

I approach therapy with a warm, collaborative, and person-centered style, focusing on building genuine relationships that foster trust and growth. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and understood. I believe growth occurs through authentic connection and self-exploration, and I work alongside clients to help them recognize their strengths, gain insight into their experiences, and make meaningful changes in their lives. Before joining Therapy Today, I gained experience working with children, college students, adults, and older adults in a variety of settings. My background includes providing individual and group counseling, conducting psychological assessments, and supporting clients with concerns such as anxiety, stress, life transitions, and identity development. I have also worked with individuals with disabilities and facilitated an LGBTQ+ support group. These experiences have strengthened my ability to meet clients where they are and provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs. Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and staying active. I’m passionate about continual learning and personal growth, and I often find inspiration through reading and creative outlets. I value meaningful connections and believe that authenticity and balance are essential both in and outside the therapy room. These experiences help me relate to clients with empathy and understanding as they navigate their own challenges and seasons of growth.

Hi there! I am so excited to sit with you and be present as you engage in the therapeutic process. Taking the walk to receive the care you deserve is often the hardest step, so I am excited to be here with you to cheer you through it! In this life, we face a whirlwind of different scenarios that may create ups and downs in our timeline. And even more often, our internal voice may guide us in a way that sets us back. Together, as we establish our therapeutic relationship, I will work with you to empower you and help you explore how to reach your full potential! As a growing counselor, I have been able to gain a breadth of different experiences throughout my education. Hailing from Western Michigan University, I have had experiences working with individuals with developmental disabilities (behavioral) and was fascinated by people’s different stories and how all of our domains in life affect us in so many different ways! As I embarked on the clinical route, I have had experience working in individual and group counseling settings. As a neurodivergent individual myself, I understand what it’s like to feel those struggles inside and outside of ourselves. I aim to create a space for you to have that voice, the tools, and structural pieces to bring to the outside world. In our work, I often explore from a CBT, DBT, ACT, person-centered, and/or humanistic perspective. I also integrate faith-based counseling, spirituality counseling, as well as mindfulness based practices to help navigate the intersection between physical and mental growth. I work with anyone in our space from ages 13-100+, offering both individual and, now, group services (please reach out for more info on group, if interested)! In this space, my biggest goal is to recognize, ensure, and promote your safety and comfort, and collaboratively create a plan tailored to your success and well-being with the right tools for you. I will act as the facilitator to your growth, where you will always be the expert. My clinical interests involve working with neurodivergent individuals (autism, ADHD), life transitions, self-identity, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, anger management, boundary-setting/communication, relationship issues, as well as trauma-focused work. I’m excited to meet with you and look forward to what’s to come!

“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” – George Eliot I approach therapy as a collaborative journey, one where I join you as a supportive partner in navigating life’s challenges. My fundamental belief is in your inherent resilience and capacity for growth; the therapeutic space I create is designed to be a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore your inner world and find your own answers. In the room, I am a warm, engaged, and authentic presence. I believe that the strength of our therapeutic relationship is paramount, and I strive to build a foundation of trust and mutual respect. My voice is empathetic yet direct, offering gentle guidance and insightful reflections to help you uncover patterns, gain new perspectives, and foster lasting change. I am there to ask the right questions, offer a fresh lens, and sometimes, simply to sit with you in quiet support. My style is best described as an integrative blend, primarily drawing from humanistic and person-centered principles. This means our sessions are always focused squarely on you, guided by your goals and pace. I also weave in techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help challenge unhelpful thought patterns and build practical coping skills and incorporate aspects of mindfulness to help you stay grounded and present. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Spring Arbor University, where I developed a strong foundation in clinical practice, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed care. My professional experience includes working in community mental health, where I support individuals experiencing mental health crises in a highly structured and intensive care setting also providing case management, ensuring that the clients I provided service to have the best care possible. I also spent 12 years working in foster care, offering support to clients from diverse backgrounds as they worked through issues such as past trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am the mother of three children and the grandmother to two beautiful girls. I enjoy spending time with my family sharing food and laughter. I believe that we should not put time limits on our own personal journeys as I completed many life accomplishments later in life. My own personal experience has shown me that therapy can be life changing.

Life is filled with seasons that we don’t see coming. Some are beautiful and some make you feel like you have lost track of which way is up. Every day can feel like a battle. No matter where you are, my desire as a clinician is to come alongside you, or your child & family, as you navigate the challenges on your journey towards healing & deep, abiding peace. ​ My goal is to create space for you or your child to experience the freedom that comes with the challenging work of growth and healing. Whether you are a new mother in need of a place to sit with a cup of coffee and feel supported through postpartum adjustment; a parent who longs to help their child cope with trauma, a foster parent desperate for space to process the demands of selflessly loving children who have experienced trauma; or if you are ready to heal from trauma of your own, my door is open. It is my sincere honor to come alongside you as you take this courageous step toward tangible and positive life change.

My primary goal in therapy is to create a nonjudgmental, safe space for expressing feelings and emotions. I am deeply committed to helping children aged 8 and older with issues related to school, peers, anxiety, executive functioning, and self-esteem through play therapy. Additionally, I enjoy supporting young adults as they navigate life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My approach is warm and compassionate, focusing on engaging children creatively (slime, books, games, etc!!) to foster enthusiasm and interest in their therapeutic journey. ​ I am a dedicated therapist passionate about enhancing the well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults. Each client I have worked with has enriched my understanding of resilience, courage, and the importance of human connections. ​ I am eager to use my skills to help young individuals not only overcome challenges but also thrive. If you’re looking for a therapist who truly cares about the well-being of young minds, please contact me.

I’m a firm believer that we are not meant to do life alone. Whether you’re adjusting to parenthood, grieving a loss, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or OCD—it’s my honor to provide you with space to simply be human. I don’t hold the belief that it’s my job to fix your problems. Even if it were, I never could—because I am not the expert on your life. You are. And while I have many valuable tools and perspectives to offer, I believe the most meaningful thing I can give you is space. Space to think. Space to express your thoughts. Space to sit with your feelings and actually feel them. It is in this kind of space that I believe transformative healing happens—where you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and what you need, of which burdens you can lay down, and which tools and resources you can pick up. In this space, I offer evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, The Art of Holding, and Exposure and Response Prevention. It’s hard when your thoughts feel scary or when life changes bring more fear than joy. You don’t have to pretend you’re okay or figure it out alone. Whatever you’re navigating, I can help you develop skills to reduce distress, reconnect with yourself, and feel more grounded and whole.