Currently offering immediate virtual and in person crisis services for those who have been directly or indirectly affected by the mass shooting that occurred on 2/13/23. Services are free to any MSU student, staff, faculty, or affected community member. I am an MSW student graduating in April 2023 with a focus on trauma-informed therapy, crisis counseling, and PTSD management. I have experience working with survivors of trauma and utilize a mixed-methods approach to therapy. I am an LGBTQ+ affir...
Modern humans have existed on earth for about 200,000 years, while the modern office (and many other stressors in our lives) emerged less than 200 years ago. We really are in uncharted waters. With such a minuscule amount of human history lived under these conditions, it is no surprise that so many of us struggle to make our way. Everyone deserves to have someone in their corner. Everyone deserves to aspire, achieve, dream, thrive, and rest. The miracle of the therapeutic relationship is not jus...
My therapeutic style is an integrative one that utilizes a variety of tools to help create understanding, comprehension, solutions and/or shifts to achieve relief and healing. My therapeutic approach, while empathetic and compassionate, is lovingly direct, helping to increase clarity and reduce confusion in what is often a confusing time in one’s life, when seeking out therapy. My passion is helping to create the shift from suffering to empowerment to allow you to move forward in the world, with...
I have many years of experience working with undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty and staff at the university level. The reality is that being a student or working in academia can be both very rewarding but challenging and I am here with the privilege of accompanying individuals on their journeys whether it be personal or professional in nature. I look forward to the possibility of working with you to reach your goals!...
Life is nuanced. It is filled with choices, priorities, curve balls, imperfection, and grace. It is a commemoration of beginnings and endings. I specialize in working with individuals going through significant transition. This could be career change, terminating a relationship, processing through grief or simply wanting to change a habit. I am here to support, empower, and advocate for you as you go through change and find secure footing in uncertain times. My approach to therapy is purposely...
As a dedicated grief therapist, my primary focus lies in offering support and guidance to individuals grappling with the profound impact of chronic illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss. My practice is open to individuals across all age groups, acknowledging that grief and its accompanying challenges do not discriminate by age. My core objective is to assist my clients in navigating the significant changes and upheavals in their lives brought on by their unique circumstances. I firmly b...
“When we are no longer able to change a situation – we are challenged to change ourselves.” -Viktor E. Frankl My goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe and empowered. As a therapist, I am empathic, approachable, and genuine, which are qualities that help me effectively listen to each client with compassion. Deciding to enter therapy is not only about getting help, but also about going on a courageous journey to find a new level of awareness. ...
When it comes to therapy, I engage each person, focusing on their uniqueness and the reason they are seeking therapy. I applaud everyone that has made the decision to be proactive regarding their mental health and to put forth the effort to address circumstances, either past or present, that have caused disruptions and undesired outcomes in their lives. I would like to support you in any way I can to produce positive outcomes in the most ethical, professional, and compassion filled way possible....
Hello and welcome! I'm Carissa and I work for Elevate Counseling and Community Services. I am currently accepting new telehealth clients and will be accepting in person clients starting the first week of March. I am also doing short term crisis services for those impacted by the events that have taken place at MSU. I have experience working with people who have been diagnosed with mental health issues of all kinds, especially borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophren...
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“A contributive life of giving hope to those who are suffering is a source of growth, fulfillment, learning, creativity, and solidarity.” Daiskau Ikeda I hold an MSW in Interpersonal Practice and Global Social Work from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Strategic Planning from the University of San Francisco. My extensive training across diverse clinical settings has deepened my passion for providing exceptional care to clients of all backgrounds. I find my work most fulfilling when su...
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Dr. Edward C Cook is a Board-Certified Neuropsychologist with over 35 years of experience in helping patients that have traumatic brain injuries, concussions, ADD/ADHD, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other or related brain conditions. Dr. Cook is an MSU graduate and is Triple Board Certified. Through the years, he has been affiliated with numerous hospitals in Michigan, including Edward W Sparrow Hospital. He has been consulted from courts out of state, including California....
Although we have little control over the hand that life deals us, I believe in the hope that it is never too late to heal, to learn new and more effective behaviors…to create the life that you have always dreamed of living. What does it take to get there? What is holding you back? Those answers lie within each one of us. I enjoy creating an alliance with my clients, to be a guide in their own journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and acceptance. I believe in creating an environment that bal...
I am a mature, older woman with a great deal of professional and life experience that I apply in my practice. I am an empathic, respectful, and careful listener. I work with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, life transitions, attachment, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ challenges, and relationships. I also have a special interest in neurodivergence, including both high achievers and individuals with ADHD. Because of my proximit...
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Navigating the path to mental well-being may seem overwhelming, and I acknowledge the courage it takes to embark on the journey of therapy. My goal is to create a welcoming and secure environment for clients, recognizing that there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Utilizing a person-centered approach, I tailor sessions to your unique life situation, employing warmth and empathy to foster a safe therapeutic space where opening up becomes more accessible. My commitment is to provide excellent care...
I am a multicultural therapist, and bring that perspective to therapy....