Washtenaw County, Michigan Psychotherapists, Q-Z

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Andrea Rich, M.A.
AA Therapy Works, LLC- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-780-7852
Email: aatherapyworks@yahoo.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Speech & Hearing Science, George Washington University, 2001
Licensed Speech Pathologist #7101006477, State of Michigan
Member, American Speech & Hearing Association, 1998- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Autism- 20 yrs. exp.
Developmental Delay- 20 yrs. exp.
Feeding & Swallowing Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.
Dyspraxia- 20 yrs. exp.
Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, HAP, Premier Care; Sliding fee scale

Melissa K. Richter, M.S.W.
360 Consultations- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-761-1033
Email:  melissarich@earthlink.net

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., History of Art, University of Michigan, 1995
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice/Mental Health, University of Michigan, 2001
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801078396, State of Michigan, 2002- Present

Member, National Association of Social Workers, 2002- Present
Member, Council for Affordable Quality Health, 2010- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Adolescent & Young Adult Assessment & Therapy- 17 yrs. exp.

Family & Individual Psychotherapy- 17 yrs. exp.

Depression & Anxiety Issues- 17 yrs. exp.
Co-Occuring Disorders- 17 yrs. exp.

Substance Abuse Assessment, Treatment & Intervention- 17 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Cross/Blue Shield; Sliding fee scale available

Laura Carter Robinson, Psy.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-864-2056
Email: lauracarterrobinson@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Psy.D., Clinical Psychology, Graduate School of Applied & Professional Psychology, Rutgers University, 2012

Postdoctoral Limited License Psychologist, State of Michigan, 2012- Present
Member, Michigan Society for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
Member, Michigan Psychological Association
Member, American Psychological Association, Division 39

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Adult Psychotherapy- 10 yrs. exp.

Short-Term & Long-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- 10 yrs. exp.

Relationship Issues- 10 yrs. exp.
Gifted & Creative Adults- 10 yrs. exp.

Anxiety & Depression- 10 yrs. exp.

Fee Information: BC/BS & BC/BS PPO provider; Self-pay for clients with other insurance coverage. A statement provided for insurance reimbursement.

Alison B. Roth-Kerner, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-707-9220
Email:  alisonrothkerner@gmail.com 

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Boston University, 2005
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801091578, State of Michigan, 2009- Present

Member, National Association of Social Workers, 2002- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Child & Adolescent Assessments & Psychotherapy- 7 yrs. exp.

Family Psychotherapy- 7 yrs. exp.

Conjoint Psychotherapy- 7 yrs. exp.

Adult Assessments & Psychotherapy- 7 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield; Sliding fee scale availa

Anita Rubin-Meiller, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-332-0669
Email:  anita1018@sbcglobal.net 
Website: www.gentlebe-ing.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Gerontology/Casework, Boston University, 1978
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801046564, State of Michigan, 1986- Present

EMDR Level II Certification, EMDRIA, 2007-
Diplomate, American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work, 2009
Realization Process Teacher Certification, Judith Blackstone, Ph.D., 2010

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Survivors of Sexual Abuse- 21 yrs. exp.

Mindful Self-Compassion & Compassionate Life Review- 8 yrs. exp.

Issues of Aging, Illness & Life Transitions- 40 yrs. exp.

Integrative Therapy for Body, Mind & Spirit- 15 yrs. exp.

Adult Survivors of Dysfunctional Families - 40 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield & Medicare

Barbara Boyk Rust, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-994-5032
Email: bbrustphd@rustpractice.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Michigan, 1994

M.A., Clinical Psychology, University, 1979

Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 1999- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Adult Psychotherapy - 30+ yrs. exp.

Anxiety- 30+ yrs. exp.

Depression- 30+ yrs. exp.

Life Transitions - 30+ yrs. exp.
Spiritual Development- 30+ yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: Check with your plan to ascertain coverage for fully licensed psychologist.

James Rust, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-883-9179
Email:  jamesrustmsw@rustpractice.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Clinical Social Work, Wayne State University, 2010
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #680109248, State of Michigan, 2012- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Depression- 8 yrs. exp.

Family Psychotherapy- 8 yrs. exp.

Anxiety- 8 yrs. exp.

Men's Issues- 8 yrs. exp.
Mid-Life Growth & Change- 8 yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: Medicare & some BC/BS; Sliding fee scale. Contact me for information on insurance coverage.

Laura Sanders, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Email: createcoun333@gmail.com
Business Phone: 734-662-3509 
Website: www.laura-sanders.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1988
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801061563, State of Michigan, 1990- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1996- Present
Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning, Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, 2016

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Trauma Recovery (PTSD, Sexual Abuse)- 30 yrs. exp.

Child & Family Therapy for Severe Behaviors- 30 yrs. exp.

Attachment Difficulties- 30 yrs. exp.

Gender & Sexual Identity Issues- 30 yrs. exp.

Animal Assisted Therapy- 4 yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: Fee at time of service; detailed receipt provided.

Anne Sanderson, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Dexter, MI
Business Phone: 734-358-8257
Website: annesanderson.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 2009
J.D., University of Michigan Law School, 1988
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801091876, State of Michigan, 2011- Present
Member, State Bar of Michigan, License P41769

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Child & Adolescent Assessments & Psychotherapy- 8 yrs. exp.
Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression- 8 yrs. exp.
General Adult Psychotherapy- 8 yrs. exp.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- 8 yrs. exp.

Mindfulness Based Therapy- 8 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network; Sliding fee scale

Melisa Schuster, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-302-0033
Email: melisa.schuster@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1994
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801074425, State of Michigan, 1999- Present

Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 2001- Present
Certified Childbirth Educator, Birthworks, 1998- Present
Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor, MCBAP, 1993- Present
Level II Certification, EMDR Institute, 2005- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Postpartum & Prenatal Depression/Anxiety- 19 yrs. exp.

Traumatic Birth- 12 yrs. exp.
Trauma & EMDR Treatment- 13 yrs. exp.
Addiction & Co-Dependency- 29 yrs. exp.
Individual Psychotherapy- 24 yrs. exp.

Fee Information: Fee for service; will provide invoice for reimbursement. Sliding fee scale

Judy Seldin, M.A.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-913-9734
Email: judyseldin@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Clinical Psychology, Center for Humanistic Studies, 1995
Limited License Psychologist # 6301009730, State of Michigan, 1995- Present
Supervised by Johanna Soet Buzolits, Ph.D.
Level I Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Sensorimotor Institute, 2014
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
General Adult Psychotherapy- 21 yrs. exp.
Anxiety Disorders- 21 yrs. exp.
Body-Mind Approaches- 21 yrs. exp.
Trauma/PTSD - 21 yrs. exp.
Adult Survivors of Dysfunctional Families- 21 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Ivan Sherick, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-662-2211
Email: isherick@umich.edu

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Washington University (St. Louis), 1964
Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 1972- Present
Certified in Adult Psychoanalysis, American Psychoanalytic Association, 1982- Present
Certified in Child/Adolescent Psychoanalysis, American Psychoanalytic Association, 1984- Present
Certified Child/Adolescent/Adult Psychoanalysis, Michigan Psychoanalytic Council, 2012- Present
Member, Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute & Society
Member, American Psychoanalytic Association
Member, International Psychoanalytic Association
Member, Association of Child Psychonalysis
Member, American Psychological Association

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (All Ages)- 51 yrs. exp.

Psychoanalysis of All Ages- 46 yrs. exp.

Supervision- 46 yrs. exp.
Child & Adolescent Psychoanalysis- 46 yrs. exp.
Parent Guidance.- 46 yrs. exp.

Matruka Sherman, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor
Business Phone: 734-213-7475
Email: matrkasher@aol.com 

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1996
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801071119, State of Michigan, 1998- Present

Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1998- Present
Level II Certification- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, EMDRIA Institute,1998- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Adult Psychotherapy  22 yrs. exp.

Spiritual Identity: Crisis or Focus- 43 yrs. exp.

EMDR/PTSD/Trauma- 22 yrs. exp.
Body/Mind Approaches- 22 yrs. exp.

Women's Issues- 22 yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: Blue Care Network, BC/BS, M-Care

Ann Shields, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-622-0661
Email: annshieldsphd@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Rochester, 1996

Post Doctoral Fellowship, Brown University School of Medicine, 1996-98
Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 1999- Present
Member, Michigan Psychological Association, 1999- Present
Professional Member, RESOLVE
Member, Association for Conflict Resolution
Professional Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Psychotherapy- 28 yrs. exp.

Short-Term Dynamic Therapy- 25 yrs. exp.
Mood Disorders- 28 yrs. exp.
Grief & Bereavement- 28 yrs. exp.
Reproductive Health: Infertility, Reproductive Loss, Postpartum Issues- 21 yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: BC/BS, Blue Care Network, UM Premier & UM Grad Care

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1994
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801067519, State of Michigan, 1994- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1997- Present
Certified Couples Therapist, Association for Imago Relationship Therapy
Certified Divorce Mediator, Mediation Training & Consultation Institute, 2004- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Psychotherapy-23 yrs. exp.
Family & Conjoint Psychotherapy- 23 yrs. exp.
Divorce Issues- 23 yrs. exp.
Midlife Growth & Change- 23 yrs. exp.
Gay, Lesbian & Gender Issues- 23 yrs. exp.
Fee Information: Sliding fee scale

John Simpson, M.A.
Cobalt Counseling- Ypsilanti, MI
Business Phone: 734-741-8844 
Email: cobaltcounseling@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Clinical Psychology, Center for Humanistic Studies, 1991
M.A., Criminology, Eastern Michigan University, 2001

Limited License Psychologist #6301008620, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
Member, Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Member, American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists
Member, Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality
Member, Association of Black Sexologists & Clinicians

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Relationship Enhancement- 25 yrs. exp.

Sexual Issues and Problem Sexual Behavior- 25 yrs. exp.

Assessment & Treatment of Anger & Abusive Behavior- 25 yrs. exp.

Legal Assessments- 25 yrs. exp.

Interpersonal Difficulties- 30 yrs. exp.

Michael Singer, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-995-3654
Email: michaelsingerphd@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Michigan, 1974

Graduate, Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute, 1996
Licensed Psychologist #6301001475, State of Michigan, 1977- Present
Certified in Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychoanalysis, American Psychoanalytic Association, 2001- Present
Certified Sex Therapist, American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists, 2001- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy- 41 yrs. exp.

Individual Adult Psychotherapy- 43 yrs. exp.

Marital & Sexual Dysfunction Therapy- 43 yrs. exp.
Psychoanalysis- 26 yrs. exp.
Psychotherapy Supervision- 27 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Out of network provider; some fee adjustment possible; will provide statements for insurance reimbursement.

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1983
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801033722, State of Michigan, 1985- Present
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1990- Present
Level I & II Trained in EMDR, EMDRIA Institute, 1999- Present
Full Member, EMDRIA Institute, 2002- Present
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy Advanced Teacher Training, 2011- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy- 12 yrs. exp.
Spirituality & Psychotherapy- 12 yrs. exp.
Couples & Families- 30+ yrs. exp.
Women's Issues- 30+ yrs. exp.
Gay/Lesbian Issues- 30+ yrs. exp.

Karen M. Skrzypek, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Email: therapytothrivepllc@gmail.com
Business Phone: 248-491-8584 

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Clinical Social Work, Wayne State University, 1998
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801073930, State of Michigan, 1998- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Child, Adolescent & Adult Assessment & Psychotherapy- 20 yrs. exp.

Depressive Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.

Anxiety Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.

Substance Use Disorders- 20 yrs. exp.

LGBTQ Issues- 20 yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Care Network, BC/BS, Medicare; Fee $100/$125, sliding fee scale.

Tamar Springer, Ph.D.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-213-2504
Email: tspring@umich.edu  

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S., Clinical Psychology, University of Michigan, 1989

Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Michigan, 1994

Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 1996- Present

Member, Michigan Psychological Association, 1994- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Psychotherapy- 29 yrs. exp.

Short-Term Dynamic Therapy- 29 yrs. exp.

Anxiety Disorders- 29 yrs. exp.

Relationship Issues- 29 yrs. exp.

Depression- 29 yrs. exp.

Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, UM Grad Care, UM Premier Care

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 2003
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical Practice) #6801095929, State of Michigan, 2013- Present
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, State of Minnesota, 2006- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Individual Adult Psychotherapy- 14 yrs. exp.
Women's Issues- 14 yrs. exp.
Trauma/PTSD- 14 yrs. exp.
Grief & Bereavement-14 yrs. exp.
Chronic Illness, Pain & Caregiver Issues- 14 yrs. exp.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy-4 yrs. exp.
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy- 3 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Blue Care Network, BC/BS, Magellan, Medicare, Meridian, Optum; Private pay & sliding fee scale

Markita Thompson, DNP
Ann Arbor Counseling- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-956-0051
Email: annarborcounseling@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Michigan, 2015
Nurse Practitioner #4704218652, State of Michigan
Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center, 2017

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Psychopharmacology
Depression
Anxiety Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome

Childhood & Adolescent Disorders

Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Medicare, Meridian

Bruce H. Thomson, M.S.W.
Thomson Solutions- Ann Arbor, MI
Business: 734-994-8120
Email: bruce@ThomsonSolutionsLLC.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 2009
M.S., Environmental Psychology, University of Michigan, 1986
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801091826, State of Michigan, 2010- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Couples Psychotherapy- 9 yrs. exp.
Individual Psychotherapy- 9 yrs. exp.
Adolescent Psychotherapy- 9 yrs. exp.
Marriage Counseling- 9 yrs. exp.
Chemical Dependency Treatment- 9 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Magellan, Priority Health, UM Premier Care

Linda Thomson, M.S.W.
Thomson Solutions- Ann Arbor, MI
Business: 734-994-8120
Email: linda@ThomsonSolutionsLLC.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 2009
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801091925, State of Michigan, 2010- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Women's Issues Including Menopause- 9 yrs. exp.
Recovery Coaching- 9 yrs. exp.
General Adult Psychotherapy- 9 yrs. exp.
Depression & Anxiety- 9 yrs. exp.
Chemical Dependency Treatment- 9 yrs. exp.
Insurance Information: Blue Care Network, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Magellan, Priority Health, UM Premier Care

Nicole K. Turcotte-Ruiz, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business: 734-263-6644
Email: info@carrythehope.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Simmons College, 2006
Licensed Master Social Worker #6801088354, State of Michigan, 2006- Present
Member, National Association of Social Workers, 2017- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Adult Psychological Evaluation, Assessment & Psychotherapy- 12 yrs. exp.
Group Psychotherapy- 12 yrs. exp.
Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, Divorce- 12 yrs. exp.
Reproductive Loss, Infertility & Adoption Issues- 7 yrs. exp.
CBT, IPT, MI & Narrative Therapy for Depression, Anxiety & Bipolar Disorder- 12 yrs. exp.

Jan Ulrich, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-709-4160
Email:  jan.ulrich.lmsw@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Interpersonal Practice, University of Michigan, 1995
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801068987, State of Michigan, 1998- Present

Infant Mental Health Specialist, Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health , 2003- Present
Member, Academy of Certified Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers, 1999- Present
Levels I & II Certification, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, EMDRIA Institute, 2005- Present
2nd Languages- Spanish & French
Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual Adult Psychotherapy- 20+ yrs. exp.

Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing- 12 yrs. exp.

Infant Mental Health- 20+ yrs. exp.

Perinatal Mood Disorders & Trauma- 20+ yrs. exp.

Reflective Supervision/Consultation- 20+ yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Cross/Blue Shield (Traditional & PPO); Sliding fee scale available

Sylvia K. van Meerten, M.A.
Empower Autism- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 828-458-0313
Email: Sylvia@empowerautism.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.A., Counseling Psychology, Union Institute & University, 2011
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor #6401015933, State of Michigan, 2017
Member, Michigan Counseling Association, 2016- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Autism/Aspergers- 12+ yrs. exp.
Family Counseling- 12+ yrs. exp.
Teens & Young Adults- 8 yrs. exp.
Anxiety- 6+ yrs. exp.
Depression- 5 yrs. exp.
Fee Information: Fee for service; Sliding fee scale

Cam Vozar, M.S.W.
Private Practice- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-747-9073
Email: cam.vozar@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Group Work, University of Michigan, 1975
Licensed Master Social Worker (Clinical & Macro Practice) #6801011181, State of Michigan, 1976- Present
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, State of Michigan, 1991- Present
Level II Certification- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, EMDRIA Institute, 1993- Present
Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Conjoint Therapy- 30+ yrs. exp.
Trauma & Recovery- 30+ yrs. exp.
Men's Issues- 30+ yrs. exp.
EMDR- 25+ yrs. exp.
Individual Therapy- 30+ yrs. exp
Insurance & Fee Information: Blue Care Network, BC/BS, UM Premier Care; sliding fee scale

Mel L. Whalen, M.S.
Ann Arbor Deaf Psychological Services, LLC- Ann Arbor, MI
Business Phone: 734-822-0297
Email: whalen.mel@gmail.com

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S., Clinical Psychology, Eastern Michigan University, 2009
M.A., Sign Linguistics, LaTrobe University, Australia, 2000
Limited License Psychologist #6301014212, State of Michigan, 2012 - Present
Member, Michigan Psychological Association, 2011 - Present
Member, Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Loss, 2006 - Present
Affiliate, American Deafness & Rehabilitation Association, 2005 - Present
Student Member, American Psychological Association, 2005 - Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Issues- 10+ yrs. exp.
Gay, Lesbian & Gender Issues- 10+ yrs. exp.
Multi-Cultural Issues- 10+ yrs. exp.
Women's Issues- 10+ yrs. exp.
ADHD/ADD- 10+ yrs. exp.

Insurance & Fee Information: Aetna, BC/BS, Blue Care Network, Magellan, Medicare, Meridan, Priority Health, United Behavioral Health; Sliding scale fee

Carisa Wilder, M.S.W.
Ann Arbor Holistic Therapy- Ann Arbor
Business Phone: 734-904-9621
Email: annarborholistictherapy@gmail.com 

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
M.S.W., Social Work, San Francisco State University, 2000
Licensed Master Social Worker #6801086707, State of Michigan, 2007- Present

Child Welfare/Trauma Certificate, San Francisco State University
Spanish as a second language
Ayurvedic Health Practitioner, New World Aynrveda/Dr. Paul Dugliss
Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training
PACT- A Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy, Level II
Heart-Based Mediation Instructor, New World Aynrveda/Dr. Paul Dugliss

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Individual & Adult Psychotherapy  15 yrs. exp.

Marriage & Couples Counseling- 5 yrs. exp.

Gay, Lesbian & Gender Issues- 10 yrs. exp.
Holistic Treatment Modality- 5 yrs. exp.

Trauma & Recovery- 22 yrs. exp.

Fee Information: Sliding fee scale

Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D.
Center for Neuropsychology, Learning & Development- Ann Arbor, MI
Center Website: www.CNLD.org
Business Phone: 734-994-9466
Email: lwoodcock-burroughs@CNLD.org

Training, Certification & Professional Associations:
Ph.D., School & Community, Wayne State University, 2012

Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan, 2014- Present

Limited License Psychologist, State of Michigan, 2006- 2014
School Psychologist Certification, State of Michigan, 2006- Present
Nationally Certified School Psychologist, National Association of School Psychologists, 2006- Present

Areas of Practice/Specialty:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- 6 yrs. exp.

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy- 6 yrs. exp.
School/Educational Psychology- 13 yrs. exp.
Child Management & Parenting- 6 yrs. exp.

Depression & Anxiety- 6 yrs. exp.
Fee Information: Fee for service; Sliding scale is available.

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

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