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I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 6 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns. I value individualized treatment and strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their healing journey.

I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Drexel University. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, and I collaborate closely with clients to develop thoughtful treatment plans that align with their goals and lived experiences.

If you are feeling overwhelmed or seeking support, recovery and wellness are possible. I am here to partner with you in building coping skills, improving symptom management, and creating meaningful, lasting change. I encourage you to schedule an appointment to explore your treatment options.

Vauwn Hinton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working with children, adults, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, postpartum/women's issues, parenting challenges/development, attachment, and behavioral concerns. She is passionate about working with children/adolescents, parents, and pregnant and postpartum women navigating life transitions and mental health concerns.

Vauwn earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She has experience using mindfulness-based practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy interventions, infant-parent psychotherapy, supportive counseling, and child-centered play.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but Vauwn believes each client deserves validation, connection, and hope for a better tomorrow. She views clients as experts in their lives and works alongside them to build a mental health journey that supports their goals and fosters growth.

Jennifer Plesz is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor (CRC, LPC) with over 10 years of professional experience helping clients to overcome anxiety, family conflict, relationship difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum related issues, stress, anger issues, ADHD, women's issues, and much more. 

Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Wayne State University, and has several years of experience working with people from all backgrounds. Today Jennifer offers individual, couples, and families who experiencing hard times, or new obstacles. 

Tackle your roadblocks with help from Jennifer; with her professional support and guidance, you can start feeling better, while rebuilding trust, confidence, and contentment. With each session, she'll work to establish a professional, caring relationship between you and herself. 

Rosemary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Michigan. Rosemary has worked as a counselor for over ten years with clients across a broad spectrum, who are dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, eating disorders, relationship issues, procrastination, domestic violence, career/vocational exploration, and sexual abuse.

Primarily, Rosemary uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psycho-educational, and person-centered modes of therapy when she interacts with clients. Together, the client and Rosemary, select goals and then work to bring these to fruition. 

Rosemary is passionate about the mental health field. She wholeheartedly believes that empowering clients with tools and strategies to manage life’s obstacles are essential to their continued success. Clients will know that they have been successful when they have achieved their personal goals.

Jordan Arntz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Jordan is passionate about helping clients develop realistic goals and achieving them. She works with those who have experienced child abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, depression, anxiety, grief, major life transitions, and difficulty with defiance.

Jordan completed her Bachelor's degree in Social Work at Western Michigan University and obtained her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from Spring Arbor University. Jordan utilizes multiple therapeutic models with her clients, this includes cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), person centered therapy (PCT), compassion-focused and mindfulness-based therapy. Jordan obtained a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT) as well and has completed this model with multiple clients.

No one in immune to hardships in life and often it can be helpful to get additional support during these times. Jordan is confident that she has the ability to meet you where you are at and support you on your healing journey. If you are looking for that support, schedule an appointment with her.

Arlene Donnelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and loss, trauma, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and hoarding. Arlene is passionate about helping clients from all backgrounds find meaning, purpose, and clarity in their healing journey. She values the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful, lasting change.

Arlene holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She utilizes exposure therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavioral activation. Her approach is individualized, helping each client discover what works best for their growth.

Arlene is warm, compassionate, and deeply committed to helping clients achieve their goals. She supports, encourages, and challenges those she works with to take steps toward healing, while walking beside them every step of the way. Clients can expect a therapeutic partner who believes in their success and offers consistent encouragement.

Heather Crampton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 7 years of experience working with clients of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, and ethnicities in various settings. Her specialties include but are not limited to all anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, substance abuse, working with anxious youth and positive youth development, and helping veterans and others who suffer from PTSD.

Heather graduated from Western Michigan University with a Master's in Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health. She is trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and utilizes various other types of therapies that are tailored to the client’s needs.

Heather's passion is to help others who are struggling with different aspects of their lives. She considers it a privilege to be a part of someone's journey. She enjoys facilitating change in clients toward positive and healthy solutions. Heather works to provide clients with tailored treatment plans that can be integrated into their daily lives.

Karla Walker is a Licensed Limited Master Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. Her ideal clients are individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, or identity challenges. They seek holistic therapy tailored to their unique needs and aim to restore emotional balance, develop self-awareness, and find empowerment in their healing journey. Karla is passionate about working through a spiritual lens and is a licensed and ordained Minister.

Karla earned her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Michigan. She integrates eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, cognitive behavior therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy with a holistic approach, creating a safe, empowering space for healing.

Karla understands that healing is a deeply personal journey, and she creates a compassionate space where clients feel heard and supported. She tailors therapy to individual needs, helping clients find strength and balance.

Glikeria (Ria) Mantis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults and seniors address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Ria specializes in major life transitions, aging, end-of-life/hospice issues, grief, loss, bereavement, addiction, substance use, depression, mood disorders, trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, low-self esteem, women's issues, bipolar disorder, relationship concerns, and stress management.

Ria completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Eastern Michigan University with a concentration in Aging Services. Ria utilizes multiple treatment approaches, including person-centered therapy (PCT), mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), addiction, prolonged exposure therapy (PET), motivational interviewing, existential therapy, somatic, solutions-focused therapy (SFT), reality therapy, and more.

Ria is confident to provide a safe, private and professional therapeutic journey. Let Ria assist you in getting to your goal through a person-centered approach. She'll help you to obtain new perspectives and techniques to allow you to cope and heal with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to put in the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

Pamela’s professional goal is to assist in making lives happier, healthier, and more fulfilling. She describes herself as a pragmatic humanistic psychotherapist who leads with compassion. Pamela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for over 30 years in California, New Mexico, and Michigan — where she practices currently. She has expertise in helping individuals cope with life stressors, transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and marital counseling, family issues, 2SLGBTQIA support, grief and loss, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, ADHD, adjustment to school, mood changes, self-esteem, anger management, postpartum depression, overcoming burn-out, care management, and life coaching. She is also trained in crisis intervention at the Center for Domestic Preparedness/Homeland security and with the Red Cross.

She received both her Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan, where she graduated with honors. For Her Master’s degree in Social Work, Pamela graduated Summa Cum Laude. She has spent over three decades working with individuals, children, and families helping improve the quality of their lives and relationships. Pamela takes a well-rounded, global approach to behavioral health encompassing aspects from several schools of psychology including cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, and psychodynamic theories. In addition to providing individual counseling, Pamela has also worked as a School Social Worker and Hospital/Medical Social Worker. She brings these skills and her specialized training to her role as a therapist to provide you with the tools and support you and your family need in order to achieve the best version of yourselves in a calm and safe space. Pamela believes every person deserves a personalized approach to maximize the benefits of counseling.

Pamela takes care to tailor healing plans for each of her client’s unique needs. She provides a welcoming, non-judgemental and empathetic environment for you to begin to explore your strengths, heal, and thrive. She offers you in-person or virtual appointments. In sessions, we will focus on insight, adjusting patterns that you feel no longer serve you, and building emotional strength to manage anything life presents.