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Therapists for college students near Ann Arbor, MI

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Kessie Karg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Holland, MI
Accepting new clients

I work with teens and adults who are thoughtful, sensitive, and often high-functioning, but are carrying more than others can see. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, or feeling caught in patterns that are hard to change. My work is neurodivergent-affirming. This means I don’t see ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence as problems to fix, but as important parts of how you experience the world. Whether you have a diagnosis or are simply exploring, I offer a space to better understand your brain, reduce shame, and build a life that honors your needs and strengths. I also support clients navigating trauma, grief, religious or spiritual hurt, identity shifts, and major life transitions. I offer a grounded, respectful space for exploring emotion, meaning, and self-connection. My approach integrates somatic awareness, relational depth, and gentle structure to bring steadiness and coherence. I honor grief, sensitivity, and identity work as pathways toward clarity, healing, and renewal. I am also trained in Brainspotting, a somatic therapy and am working toward becoming ADHD-CCDP certified. Therapy can offer steadiness, a place to listen inward, integrate, and reconnect with yourself. It would be an honor to be a part of your support team.

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Hope Welch
Pre-Licensed Professional
Kentwood, MI
Accepting new clients

Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life. I'm a Limited License Professional Counselor in Michigan. I specialize in addictions, including alcohol and substance use. Besides a strong focus on client centered healing, I've received specific trainings in depression, anxiety, eating disorders and sport psychology. Seeking counseling is a huge first step that I applaud you for. I will provide a safe space for self-regulation and improvement. We can accomplish this together by designing a plan to help you reach your individual goals. My counseling style resonates well with adolescents and young adults, and I'm honored to hear each of my client's life stories

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Ashley Karas LLC
Counselor
Troy, MI
Accepting new clients

I have experience working at a college and with college students and an understanding of the demands in a college/univeristy setting. I provide telehealth only currently as a way to help therapy fit into a college students very busy schedule. I can help with anxiety, relationships, transitions, career and other issues that arise during this chaotic time in your life.

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Kimberly Zeiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Okemos, MI
Accepting new clients

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Crimson Cardinal Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Cheyenne, WY
Accepting new clients

Kimberly Koll has over a decade of experience working almost exclusively with those with trauma, grief and loss, infertility, anxiety, and depression. Kimberly takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach while working with clients. Kimberly has been a hospice counselor for several years, and previously worked in school, hospital and community settings.

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Molly Koelzer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new clients

I am a licensed therapist in Grand Rapids (virtual or in-person) and I work with students of all kinds who are looking for a space to work through some of the challenges you are facing as you make your way through the school year. I work with issues like anxiety, depression, self-worth and identity, relationship concerns, career concerns, and navigating all that college can stir up as you begin to start this independent life of your own. All are welcome here.

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Renee Rose, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new clients

My name is Renee Rose. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider. I have extensive trauma training and experience working with individuals and families. I specialize in working with women during and after pregnancy. I also enjoy supporting people with anxiety and depression symptoms as well as people that are having difficulty in relationships (making and keeping friendships or intimate relationships, communication issues and/or difficulty setting boundaries with self or others). Additionally, I enjoy helping people discover themselves as they become young adults and how that impacts their relationships.

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A Better Bond Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Flint, MI
Accepting new clients

You might be a good fit for working with me I if you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or carrying around stuff from your past that still shows up in your day-to-day life. Maybe you’ve been through hard or confusing experiences and aren’t sure how to talk about them yet. Therapy with me isn’t “one-size-fits-all” — we go at your pace and figure out what actually works for you. I focus on helping students feel safer in their bodies, understand their emotions, and build real coping skills they can use outside of sessions. I also love incorporating animals into therapy when appropriate, because they can help make the process feel more comfortable, grounding, and a little less intimidating. If you’re looking for a supportive, down-to-earth space where you can be yourself, you’re in the right place.

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Jacquelyn Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Wyoming, MI
Accepting new clients

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616 Counseling
Group practice
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new clients

Journey with us for your healing and recovery. We are licensed mental health professionals with a passion for helping individuals navigate through the challenges of life and find ways to grow and thrive. The process of healing and recovery is a deeply personal one. We approach each client with compassion, respect, and a non-judgmental attitude. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard and understood, and where you can work through your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. We promise not to measure your steps but rather invite you to look how far you've come. Some days it may feel like sitting and other days it may feel like sprinting. But everyday will move you forward. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and help you on your path towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Welcome to counseling as it should be.

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Hampton Psychological Services
Group practice
Grand Blanc, MI
Accepting new clients

College can be exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between. At Hampton Psychological Services, we specialize in supporting college students who are juggling academic pressure, relationships, identity questions, anxiety, burnout, and major life transitions. Our therapists offer a grounded, supportive space where you can talk openly, learn practical coping skills, and build confidence in who you’re becoming. Whether you’re navigating your first semester or preparing for life after graduation, we’re here to help you feel steady, capable, and understood.

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Erin Jeltema - New Perspectives Therapy Services
Psychologist
Muskegon, MI
Accepting new clients

Hello! My name is Erin. I specialize in working with clients with a variety of concerns including PTSD, sexual traumas, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, LGBTQIA concerns, women's issues, divorce, relationship concerns, neurodivergent and more. Therapy works best when my client is motivated for some kind of change, even if they may not know what that looks like. My role is to support them in their journey to find their path. Please note that in accordance to Michigan Law, I participate in monthly supervision meetings with a Ph.D Psychologist, Dr. Julie Davis. I use a combination of CBT, positive psychology, motivational interviewing and more to meet a client where they are. My approach is direct for those who prefer, and softer for those who need a lighter approach. I use humor with my clients and find the absurdities and ironies in life. I am also able to go to the dark places with my clients. I know what it’s like to feel lost and uncertain. I know what it’s like to experience hopelessness and feel a desire to live a more meaningful life. These are just a few of the reasons I became a therapist. Participating in my own therapy from a young age helped me understand I wanted to others navigate these difficult feelings for a more fulfilling life.

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Wilson Psychological Services, PLLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new clients

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Megan Dean, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Keego Harbor, MI
Accepting new clients

Welcome! I work with college-aged individuals, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, or challenges at home, school, or in relationships. Many feel stuck, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a safe, open, nonjudgmental space to feel heard and supported. Together, we identify underlying patterns, build insight, and develop practical skills to create meaningful, lasting change. Please email me if you'd like to inquire about other available appointment slots. Thank you!

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Lauren Zolecki-Polzin
Pre-Licensed Professional
Okemos, MI
Accepting new clients

Supportive, Client-Based and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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Evergreen Therapy PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

My name is Kristen and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering telehealth therapy for teens and young adults in Ohio, North Carolina, and Michigan struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or school issues. Together we will work together to achieve the goals you've set for yourself through honest dialogue, empathetic understanding, and maybe even a little laughter. Thank you for considering me in your journey! Let's get started.

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Cassie Halder, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lansing, MI
Accepting new clients

Cassie operates out of a trauma informed lens. Additionally, she utilizes a person-centered, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral theoretical orientation. Cassie is a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) clinician and practices DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) informed treatment. Cassie believes there is not one technique that works for all individuals; therefore, the core of her professional work begins with creating a healthy therapeutic alliance. She is part of a multi-cultural family and values working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. She believes when individuals can understand and respect each other, a foundation exists where sharing, processing, and healing can take place. Cassie offers telehealth sessions to individuals in Michigan and in-person sessions in Lansing (about 5 minutes from MSU's campus).

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Holly Wickham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Asheville, NC
Accepting new clients

Getting started can be overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel as comfortable as possible so we can go at your pace. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and addiction. Many of my clients have tried to cope with difficult life changes by pushing their feelings away or finding short-term coping mechanisms that serve as a distraction. My role is to help people listen to and manage their emotions without feeling overwhelmed or ruled by them. Being personally in recovery from alcohol helps me understand and empathize with what you’re going through because I’ve probably been there too. I like to break down clinical approaches to collaboratively determine the best fit for each person’s unique goals. I incorporate elements of neurobiology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and schema work to help people better understand themselves and make meaningful changes in their lives. If you're not sure what you're looking for yet, that's okay! Feel free to reach out to set up an introductory phone call to see if we're a good fit.

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Michael Valenti, PsyD, LLP
Pre-Licensed Professional
Farmington Hills, MI
Accepting new clients

Everyone lives a diverse, intersectional existence with idiosyncratic experience. Acknowledging this means relating to others with inclusivity, openness, and humility. This philosophy not only humanizes students, many of whom identify as marginalized community members (e.g., BIPOC, LGBTQ+, accessibility needs, low-SES), but also honors their authenticity. Thus, I practice from an existential-humanistic-relational lens so I can naturally tailor therapy with evidence-based techniques (e.g., CBT, SFT, ACT) and psychological theories (e.g., identity, attachment, multicultural) necessary for understanding students’ intersectionality. I typically work with students experiencing elevated anxiety and depression, while specializing in identity development, interpersonal dynamics (e.g., relating to others), relational trauma, and existential concerns (e.g., authenticity, choice, meaning). Early sessions help form a therapeutic alliance, revealing underlying issues that manifest as psychological distress (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma). From there, we identify coping skills, foster hope, and alleviate symptoms as you gain insight-oriented feedback. We also collaborate to explore, discover, and empower actions for you to become the most authentic version of self. The modern world is daunting, with a pace and pivot difficult to navigate. The rapid spin of sudden chaos. Steady drift of aimless wander. Dead still of eternal stagnation. As a serving spirit, I provide a healthy space for students to be and become that who they are and will be. Here, all are welcome. Here… all are an expression of hope and self-empowerment.

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Lisa Papiez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Macomb, MI
Accepting new clients

What could the best version of yourself look like? By creating a safe, nurturing environment built on empathy, compassion and trust, together we will identify coping skills, establish healthy boundaries and reframe negative self talk. Together we will work on identifying more confident and healthy life choices. I would be honored to support you through your journey of self awareness and self empowerment. I graduated from Oakland University with a Masters degree in Counseling and a Post Masters Specialization in School Counseling. I earned my Bachelors degree in Sociology. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor. I have 15 years experience working with adolescents and adults . I enjoy working with a variety of clients and I approach each individual with compassion, empathy and unconditional positive regard. I find it important to create a nurturing environment that assists my clients with reaching their full potential. I work on empowering my clients, while gently challenging them to promote emotional and mental healing. I take a Client Centered, Solution Focused approach while utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Making the decision to start therapy is often not easy but you do not need to struggle alone.

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