Lansing, Michigan Psychotherapists

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Jerilyn Davis Robison, M.A.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-337-1006

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Clinical Psychology, Oakland University, 1976
Limited License Psychologist #6381002863, State of Michigan, 1976- Present
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801019714, State of Michigan, 1982- Present
EMDR Training, EMDRIA Association
Member, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Trauma- 32 yrs. exp.
Adult Survivors of Family Dysfunction- 32 yrs. exp.
Lesbian & Gender Issues- 25 yrs. exp.
Relationship Issues- 32 yrs. exp.
Chronic or Terminal Illness- 20 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, Care Choices, Integrated Health Plan, Magellan, Priority Health, Trinity Health, Value Options and others. Fee- $115

Merilee Dodson, M.A.
Affordable Counseling Services - Holt/South Lansing
Business Phone: 517-819-4542
Email: merilee@affordablecounselingservices.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Counseling, Spring Arbor University, 2006
Limited License Professional Counselor #6401010175, State of Michigan, 2006- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Online Counseling- 2 yrs. exp.
Parent & Family Counseling- 2 yrs. exp.
Individual Therapy- 2 yr. exp.
Play Therapy- 2 yr. exp.
Mental Health Consulting- 1 yr. exp.
Fee Information: $30.00 per session

Rhonda M. Earley, M.A., L.P.C.
Private Practice - Okemos
Business Phone: 517-381-1770
Email: rhondaearley@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Counseling, Central Michigan University, 1994
Licensed Professional Counselor #6401005869, State of Michigan, 1994- Present
Certificate, Fundamentals of Substance Abuse, 1999
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
General Adult Assessments & Psychotherapy- 15 yrs. exp.
Adolescent Assessments & Psychotherapy- 15 yrs. exp.
Mood Disorders- 15 yr. exp.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- 12 yr. exp.
Substance Abuse Disorders- 15 yr. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Chickering, Cofinity, Magellan (BC/BS State of Michigan), McLaren Medicaid, PHP, United Behavioral Health, Value Options;  Sliding fee scale.

David A. Harley, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Lansing
Business Phone: 517-321-6858
Email:  harley@msu.edu

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Michigan State University, 1990
M.A., Counseling Psychology, Michigan State University, 1969
Licensed Psychologist #6301003131, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
EMDR Level II EMDR Association, 1998- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
General Adult Assessments & Psychotherapy- 35 yrs. exp.
Bariatric Surgery Assessments- 7 yrs. exp.
Chronic Illness/Pain- 13 yrs. exp.
PTSD/Trauma- 11 yrs. exp.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- 20+ yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, GM Careline, Magellan, Physicians Health Plan, United Behavioral Health, Value Options

Cynthia A. Hockett, Ph.D.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-351-8899

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Counseling Psychology, Michigan State University, 1987
Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Michigan State University, 1989
Licensed Psychologist #6301006955, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
Member, American Psychological Association, 1989- Present
Member, Michigan Psychological Association, 2004- Present
Member, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council- 2004- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Adult Psychotherapy- 20 yrs. exp.
Mood & Anxiety Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.
Life Transitions- 20 yrs. exp.
Gay & Lesbian Issues- 20 yrs. exp.
Spiritual & Existential Issues- 20 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information:  Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Cross PPO/Community Blue; most other insurances; for managed care plans, reimbursement will be at the level of non-participating provider.

Larisa K. Hutchins, Psy.D.
Private Practice- Okemos
Business Phone: 517-420-2788
Email: lkahutch@att.net

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Psy.D., Clinical Psychology- Child/Adolescent, Central Michigan University, 1999
M.A., Clinical Psychology, Central Michigan University, 1992
Licensed Psychologist # 6301008832, State of Michigan, 2002- Present
Member, American Psychological Association, 2002- Present
Member, Greater Lansing Women's Psychotherapy Association, 2004- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.
Individual Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.
Early Childhood Assessments & Therapy- 17 yrs. exp.
Depression- 17 yrs. exp.
Anxiety- 10 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Magellan, McLaren Medicaid, Medicare, Physicians Health Plan, Tricare, PPOM.

Nikola J. Kochinski, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- Lansing
Business Phone: 517-392-5694
Email: nkochinski@yahoo.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Social Work, Grand Valley State University, 1987
Registered Social Worker, State of Michigan, 1986-1989
Certified Social Worker, State of Michigan, 1989-2006
Licensed Master Social Worker #6801058131, State of Michigan, 2006- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Psychotherapy- 25 yrs. exp.
Cognitive Therapy- 25 yrs. exp.
Solution Focused Therapy- 25 yrs. exp.
Adult Survivors of Dysfunctional Families- 25 yrs. exp.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)- 1 yr. exp.
Fee Information: $90-$120 per session; sliding fee scale.

David R. LaCharite, L.M.S.W.
Integrity Counseling Services - Okemos, MI
Business Phone: 517-347-0988
Email: drlacharite@hotmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Social Work, Michigan State University, 2005
D.D.S., Dental Surgery, University of Michigan, 1980
Licensed Master Social Worker #6801085336, State of Michigan, 2005- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers
Member, Association of Marriage & Family Therapy
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Adolescent Counseling
Family Therapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Anxiety
Depression
Insurance Information: Aetna, BC/BS, most other insurances

Jill Messer, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- Lansing
Business Phone: 517-332-7105
Email: JillMesser@sbcglobal.net

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Social Work, Michigan State University, 1978
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801004394, State of Michigan, 1975- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1980- Present
Intensive Individual Therapy Certificate, Smith College, 1987
Collaborative Divorce Coach, 1994- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Psychotherapy(Adult, Child & Adolescent)- 30 yrs. exp.
Depression, Anxiety & Mood Disorders- 30 yrs. exp.
Grief, Loss & Bereavement- 30 yrs. exp.
Family Counseling- 30 yrs. exp.
Divorce Issues- 30 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, BC/BS, CIGNA, McLaren, MESSA, Tricare, United Behavioral Health/Physicians Health Plan & Value Options: $130 per session

Mary Nowack, Ph.D.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-332-1580
Email:  msumax@comcast.net

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Michigan State University, 1984
Licensed Psychologist #6301003862, State of Michigan, 1986- Present
Member, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council, 1989- Present
Member, American Psychological Association
Certification, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council, 2006
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Adult & Adolescent Psychotherapy- 30 yrs. exp.
Eating Disorders- 30 yrs. exp.
Depression- 30 yrs. exp.
Anxiety Disorders- 30 yrs. exp.
Sexual Abuse Survivors - 30 yrs. exp.
Grief & Bereavement - 30 yrs. exp.
Women's Issues - 30 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Cross PPO, Chickering, Magellan, MESSA, MESSA TriMed, United Behavioral Health.

Barbara J. Rossen, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-332-7050
Email:  rossenb@aol.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1977
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801013805, State of Michigan, 1977- Present
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #4100055507, State of Michigan, 1995- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1979- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers, 1977- Present
Clinical Member, American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy, 1987- Present
Board Certified Diplomate, American Board of Examiners for Clinical Social Workers
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Relationship & Conjoint Psychotherapy- 30 yrs. exp.
Adolescent & Young Adult Psychotherapy- 30 yrs. exp.
Eating Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.

Depression & Anxiety - 30 yrs. exp.
Parenting Issues- 30 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information:   Aetna, Cigna, Magellan. MESSA, TriMed, United Behavioral Health. Fee- $125; sliding fee scale.

Norma J. Sell, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- Williamston, MI
Business Phone: 517-490-0203
Email: nsell@cablespeed.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Michigan State University, 1981
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice), State of Michigan, 1987- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers, 1985- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1985- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Depression- 25+ yrs. exp.
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy- 25+ yrs. exp.
Anxiety Disorders- 25+ yrs. exp.
Special Needs Children & Adults- 25+ yrs. exp.
Family & Conjoint Psychotherapy- 25+ yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: BC/BS, Blue Care Network, Magellan, McLaren, Medicare, MESSA, PHP, United Behavioral Health; sliding fee scale

Jason G. Stentoumis, Psy.D.
Private Practice- Lansing
Business Phone: 517-999-3935
Email: jgs@drstentoumis.com
Website: www.DrStentoumis.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Psy.D., Clinical Psychology, Wright State University- School of Professional Psychology
M.S., Clinical/Behavioral Psychology, Eastern Michigan University
Licensed Psychologist #6301013410, State of Michigan, 2008- Present
National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, 2008- Present
Member, American Psychological Association, 2001- Present
Member, Michigan Psychological Association, 2006- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Child & Adolescent Assessments (Including ADHD, Learning Disorders, Anxiety, etc.)- 12 yrs. exp.
General Adult Assessments (including ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, etc.) - 12 yrs. exp.
Individual Adult Psychotherapy - 12 yrs. exp.
Child, Adolescent & Family Psychotherapy- 12 yrs. exp.
Anxeity & Mood Disorders- 12 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield (Traditional & PPO), Community Blue, Cofinity/PPOM, McLaren Health Plan (Medicaid) & Health Advantage, MESSA (Choices, TriMed, Choices II), TriCare.

Terri K. Stong, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- Okemos
Business Phone: 517-614-1819

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Social Work, Michigan State University, 2006
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #680108807, State of Michigan, 2008- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers, 2005- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy
Individual & Family Art Therapy
Individual Play Therapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Magellan, PHP Plus & Value Options; sliding fee scale

Brenda Swope, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-333-8753

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Clinical Social Work, Michigan State University, 1985
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801057622, State of Michigan, 1987- Present
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, State of Michigan, 1992- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1987- Present
Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, National Association of Social Workers, 1994- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
General Adult Psychotherapy- 22 yrs. exp.
Gay, Lesbian & Gender Issues- 22 yrs. exp.
Depression- 22 yrs. exp.
Relationship Issues- 22 yrs. exp.
Adult Survivors of Dysfunctional Families- 22 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Magellan, Medicare, MESSA, PHP, Preferred Mental Health Management, United Beahvioral Health- PHPMM, Value Options.

Elizabeth A. Waiess, Psy.D.
Private Practice- East Lansing
Business Phone: 517-336-9930

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Psy.D., Clinical Psychology, Central Michigan University, 1997
M.A., Clinical Psychology, Central Michigan University, 1983
Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 2000- Present
Psychoanalyist, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council, 1995- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy - 23 yrs. exp.
Adult, Adolescent & Child Psychotherapy- 23 yrs. exp.
PTSD & Dissociative Disorders- 23 yrs. exp.
Adjustment Disorders (Loss, Grief, Illness, Divorce, Etc.)- 23 yrs. exp.
Learning Problems- 23 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Medicare and some BC/BS.

Peter C. Wood, L.M.S.W.
Private Practice- Okemos
Business Phone: 517-881-6845
Email: peter.wood@comcast.net

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Clinical Social Work, Michigan State University, 1991
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801062793, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers, 1990- Present
Member, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council. 1998- Present
Certification in Psychoanalysis, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council. 2008
Member, International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, 2006- Present
Member, National Membership Committee on Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work, 2005- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Conjoint Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.
General Adult Assessments & Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy- 8 yrs. exp.
Adolescent Assessments & Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Chickering, MESSA, PHP, United Behavioral Health

The full descriptions for the abbreviated academic degrees & licenses given above are as follows:

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