Therapists for college students near Michigan State University

At Therapy Today Counseling & Consulting, we create a welcoming and supportive environment for you. We are here to help you today, so you don’t have to be alone with a problem for long. In individual therapy sessions, you and your therapist identify life challenges and explore their underlying causes. Together, you’ll uncover why previous strategies may not have worked and develop new solutions.

I believe mental health is just as essential as physical health. Just as we care for our bodies, we deserve the same attention and compassion for our emotional well-being. Therapy isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about understanding yourself on a deeper level, finding clarity, and making space for your story to be seen and heard. Every person has a unique journey shaped by their experiences, relationships, and inner world. I see therapy as a space where you can explore that journey without judgment. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk alongside you as you make sense of where you’ve been and where you want to go. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration. I work to create a supportive, open environment where you can feel safe to be yourself, reflect on your patterns, and begin to grow in ways that feel meaningful to you. Your story matters. I’m here to help you uncover the strength, insight, and resilience that’s already within you. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Michigan State University, where I developed a strong foundation in clinical practice, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed care. My professional experience includes working in an inpatient behavioral health hospital, where I supported individuals experiencing acute mental health crises in a highly structured and intensive care setting. I also spent time in community mental health, providing services to individuals living with severe and persistent mental illnesses, helping them navigate complex challenges with compassion and consistency. In addition, I’ve provided individual counseling through a nonprofit agency, offering support to clients from diverse backgrounds as they worked through issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma.

“I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable. I am an original.” As a mental health counselor, my goal is to help clients build upon their strengths, process life struggles, and overcome challenges. My experience and education has allowed me to work with clients from varying backgrounds and with various diagnoses. I work with individuals and couples. Please reach out should you have any questions or are interested in working together to achieve your goals! I have specialized in child and adolescent counseling throughout my Master’s education at Northwestern University. I hold additional certification through the Gottman Institute for relationship counseling as a Level 2 Clinician. My previous experience includes providing in-person and Telehealth counseling to adolescents, adults, and couples in a private practice setting similar to that of Therapy Today.

“The more I hold myself close and fully embrace who I am, the more I thrive.” — Elliot Page It is my goal to create a space where you feel safe to be who you truly are, and to meet you where you are at. The act of loving and accepting yourself can be a struggle, but it is not an impossible task. Using ideas like radical self love and acceptance, you can learn to love who you are today, and use that to inform who and where you want to be tomorrow! I find that the more you are able to appreciate who you truly are, the more joy you will be able to find in the world around you. I thrive to be flexible with my approach, and want to make going to therapy feel easy, and even fun! I have previous experience working in crisis intervention with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Through this work I have gained knowledge in providing a trauma informed and empowering environment. I have also worked with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, and have a Bachelor’s degree in Women and Gender Studies. Seeing live music, and crafting are my favorite forms of self care. I value creativity and playfulness, and use these to inform how I move through the world. I have 3 cats and a fish that I adore with my whole heart.

Hey there, I’m Georgia. As a therapist my goal is to put you at ease with the process of therapy, and provide a comfortable, warm environment for all of my clients. I emphasize kindness, respect, humor and open communication in my work. I look to create a safe, protected and professional relationship where we can work together to help you address the things that are causing dysfunction in your life, and create opportunities to experience the power of relationships to engage and to heal. In my practice I blend attachment-based, person-centered, trauma-informed and strength-based approaches. I believe that every human is unique and has a unique story, and that therapy should be tailored to best fit you. I have deep respect for the individuals and families who come to therapy, and always seek to support and honor my client’s strengths and resiliencies. It can be very difficult to take on the commitment of therapy and to open up to someone else, and just showing up to therapy is an act of strength and courage. I seek to maintain an affirming and accepting space for all humans, including LGBTQIA2S+ identified individuals. I have 9 years of experience working in the mental health field in research, school, home-based and clinical settings. I have worked primarily with young children, but have also had experience working with infants, toddlers, teens, young adults, parents, families, and pregnant individuals. I have experience providing therapy to children from difficult places, children in foster care, adoptive children, and children who have experienced trauma. I am passionate about working with children, families with young children, and about helping caregivers to grow stronger connections with themselves and with the children in their care. I also enjoy working with individuals of all ages and believe that it is never too early, nor is anyone ever too old, to benefit from a therapeutic relationship. I have completed foundational training for Theraplay® and am now engaging in work based on Theraplay principles. Theraplay is an approach to child and family therapy that aims to address behavioral, emotional, or developmental issues and improve the parent-child relationship through play and healthy interaction. Caregivers of children up to age 12 are welcome to inquire to learn more about this method. A little about me – I live in South Lansing with my partner and our dog, two cats and a small flock of chickens. I spend most of my free time working to transform my 1.3 acre lawn into an urban farm, food forest, and native plant and wildlife refuge. I find my greatest moments of joy and peace in life through engagement and connection with nature, and love to hike, backpack, camp, kayak and explore new places.

Keke is passionate about helping her clients rediscover hope, process their life experiences and find healing. They utilize an eclectic approach, drawing from Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Keke is trained in Trauma Model Therapy as well as the WPATH standards of care. She spent over one year working as the Associate Therapist for a Partial Hospital Program and has an additional year of experience working in private practice, supporting clients throughout various stages of life. Keke will provide a warm, safe space for you to hold your feelings and experiences. “Together we will laugh, learn and dive deep; label your feelings, step into mindfulness and challenge lifelong thinking patterns. If you are looking for someone you can be yourself without judgement, a space where all of your feelings matter, and some education on personal steps you can take - we may be a great fit! Let me help you reach your goals, build your confidence, and redefine your thinking patterns. You are not alone.”

Do you want someone who will listen, validate, or challenge you? Discuss emotions or events with someone who won’t judge, will respect you as you are? Amy will strive to take time to understand and accept that every person is unique in their needs, wants, and desires. She will take the time and offers a safe and comfortable environment to build the trust needed to form a solid partnership for your journey. As a therapist, Amy enjoys strengthening an individual’s wellbeing using various therapy strategies, including Person-Centered Therapy (self-discovery and growth), Solution-Focused Therapy (empowering and strengthening the here and now), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) (thoughts vs. emotions and behaviors), Motivational Interviewing (MI) (internal motivation to make change), and Mindfulness techniques (awareness and acceptance of living in the moment).

Letisia’s goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your concerns, build resilience, and move toward healing and growth. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 18 years of experience helping individuals, families, and communities navigate life’s challenges. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based care. She specializes in supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. In her work, Letisia integrates therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care. She also considers the whole person; mind, body, and environment while recognizing that factors like health, relationships, and community resources all shape well-being. Letisia has worked across diverse settings, including community mental health, hospitals, higher education, and primary care. As a bilingual (Spanish/English) therapist, she values cultural humility and creating a safe, inclusive space for all clients. Whether you are seeking short-term support or longer-term therapy, my goal is to walk alongside you as you work toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.

John is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a nationally certified counselor (NCC). He has completed the requirements to provide supervision to limited license professional counselors (LLPC) in Michigan. He has experience working with a diverse population of children, adults and families experiencing stress, depression, substance use or abuse, grief and other difficult life experiences. John enjoys working with athletes in hopes to help improve performance. His primary therapy styles are: cognitive behavioral therapy, strength based, and brief solution focused therapy. John offers both virtual and in-person therapy.

Andrea Durkee is a licensed professional counselor. She really enjoys working with adults, families, and especially children. She has experience in helping individuals with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, child behavior issues, ADHD, mild autism, separation anxiety, OCD, school issues and social skill issues, among others. Andrea likes to build rapport and trust with each person she sees. She assesses the needs and the unique personality and strengths of each individual. She is able to draw on her years of experience working in community mental health, a family residential program, and as a school counselor. Working in a school gives her insight into how a child’s symptoms can impact their school life and the kinds of interventions that can help. Andrea's approach is client-centered therapy, which can include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, play therapy, psychoeducation, and others. She also uses art, games, and books with children to provide guided experiential learning. Whatever issue brings a person to counseling, her goal is to provide a caring and helpful experience.

Stacy Cross is a licensed clinical social worker and addictions counselor. She has over 20 years' experience working with adults with diverse needs that include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma/abuse, medical conditions/chronic pain, substance use/addiction and relationship concerns. Her therapy style is collaborative, warm and non-judgmental. She uses a holistic approach to wellness, considering physical, emotional and spiritual needs. She also has a background in cognitive behavioral and DBT informed therapy. Her aim is supporting individuals in developing self-awareness to enhance relationships with themselves and others.

Erin Parcell believes that life is full of many challenges and we all need a community of support to navigate it. Erin wants to be part of that community for you. During the course of our strenuous daily lives, it's often difficult to find time to devote to investing in yourself. Worse, when new demands arrive unexpectedly, it can feel like that time is the easiest thing to sacrifice. When we work together, in a safe, open, strength-based environment, that investment will be our only focus, free from competition by any other demand. You will guide your experience from beginning to end. ​ Erin brings a diverse background of experience spanning 19 years of supporting clients aging from young childhood through mid-adulthood. Erin supports people with childhood concerns such as ADHD, bullying, family, and trauma through concerns into adulthood such as stress management, depression/anxiety, life changes, grief, relationships, and trauma/PTSD. Erin is passionate about helping others become the author of their own lives. Let's start your next chapter now.

Kelsey Dowty, is a licensed master social worker with over 10 years of experience working with young children and their families. Kelsey is an endorsed Infant Mental Health Specialist and certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She is often inspired by her pet pigeon Bobber and his flock of resilient pigeon friends, who have a remarkable way of igniting hope in the hopeless. Bobber and his feathered friends sometimes make their way into therapy, as they enjoy sharing their life stories with children about how embracing adversity can create beautiful meaning. Kelsey has worked extensively with young children experiencing developmental delays, children dealing with trauma and loss, children who have attachment disorders, as well as children who have been in foster care or adopted. For young children, she approaches trauma and attachment difficulties within the parent-child relationship, as caregivers are essential in helping their child heal. Kelsey knows there is power in relationships and opportunity for healing. She is here to witness your truth, sit with you through the anguish, and empower you to create your next beginning.

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step” Lao Tzu Welcome, thank you for looking at my profile. I am a bilingual Spanish/English therapist who believes in the power of self-discovery and insight to generate change. I believe in kindness and that each and everyone of us has something positive to bring and share with others. With over ten years of experience helping families through major life events, I have gained a strong grasp of resilience and determination. I am committed to upholding everyone’s inherent dignity, sense of belonging, and capacity for self-determination. My approach to counseling is rooted in cultural humility, a commitment to understanding your unique background without making assumptions. I recognize the profound impact that culture, identity, and background play in our lives. I approach every session with genuine curiosity and respect, valuing your experiences and perspectives as the expert on your own story. I provide an environment that is welcoming, empowering, and, above all, focused on your individual needs. Recognizing that you are the foremost authority on your own experience, my aim is to support you throughout this process and collaborate in a manner that aligns with your present goals. Whether you’re facing life changes, dealing with anxiety, depression, experienced trauma, family conflict, or exploring your identity, I offer tools and insights for healing and growth. If you want judgment-free support on this journey, I welcome the opportunity to help. Over the past decade, I have worked with marginalized communities, especially immigrants who have encountered various forms of trauma and who are adapting to the complex process of acculturation. I have experience working with families and children in various residential settings and within the foster care system. Furthermore, I have experience working with clients who have sustained traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and supporting their process of adjustment and recovery. My favorite activities include outdoor pursuits, enjoying nature, cooking, gardening, reading, crafting, and spending time with family, friends, and pets.

I approach counseling as a collaborative process rooted in trust, safety, and respect. My role is to offer a steady space where clients can talk openly about their experiences and be supported while navigating them —at a pace that feels manageable and realistic. I specialize in working with young adults and adults across the lifespan, including individuals navigating change or seeking support after experiences of trauma. This can include harm within relationships, connected to systems such as healthcare, workplaces, or other institutions, as well as pregnancy loss, infertility, or other forms of reproductive grief. I also support clients who want to strengthen boundaries, build self-awareness, or regain a sense of direction during uncertain or challenging periods. My work is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in the counseling relationship. I believe all individuals have the power to make meaningful change in their lives and strive to shape the therapy process based on each client's unique strengths, needs, and preferences. I earned my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Central Michigan University in 2015. My background includes providing therapy in a university counseling setting and serving in leadership roles within domestic and sexual violence crisis services.

I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who works primarily with college students, graduate students, and young adults dealing with ADHD, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, sleep problems, academic stress, executive functioning difficulties, and feeling overwhelmed by everything they are trying to manage at once. I provide both therapy and medication management, depending on your goals. A lot of students I meet are smart, capable, and trying hard, but still feel like they are barely keeping up. They may be procrastinating more, having trouble focusing, falling behind, feeling constantly anxious, or wondering why things seem harder for them than for other people. Usually, that is not a sign that you are lazy or bad at life. It is more often a sign that something needs support. Meeting with me does not mean you have to take medication. It means you will have space to talk through what has been going on, better understand your options, and decide what feels right for you. I am a teacher by nature, so I try to make the process feel clear, and not overwhelming. My goal is to help you understand what is going on in your brain and body so things feel less mysterious and more manageable. I offer longer appointments, can usually see new clients within one week, and provide a complimentary 15-minute consultation if you would like to see whether we might be a good fit. I frequently work with college students and young adults across Southeast Michigan, including those connected to the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Oakland University, and surrounding college communities. In-person and virtual options are available.

I approach therapy with a warm, collaborative, and person-centered style, focusing on building genuine relationships that foster trust and growth. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and understood. I believe growth occurs through authentic connection and self-exploration, and I work alongside clients to help them recognize their strengths, gain insight into their experiences, and make meaningful changes in their lives. Before joining Therapy Today, I gained experience working with children, college students, adults, and older adults in a variety of settings. My background includes providing individual and group counseling, conducting psychological assessments, and supporting clients with concerns such as anxiety, stress, life transitions, and identity development. I have also worked with individuals with disabilities and facilitated an LGBTQ+ support group. These experiences have strengthened my ability to meet clients where they are and provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs. Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and staying active. I’m passionate about continual learning and personal growth, and I often find inspiration through reading and creative outlets. I value meaningful connections and believe that authenticity and balance are essential both in and outside the therapy room. These experiences help me relate to clients with empathy and understanding as they navigate their own challenges and seasons of growth.

“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” – George Eliot I approach therapy as a collaborative journey, one where I join you as a supportive partner in navigating life’s challenges. My fundamental belief is in your inherent resilience and capacity for growth; the therapeutic space I create is designed to be a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore your inner world and find your own answers. In the room, I am a warm, engaged, and authentic presence. I believe that the strength of our therapeutic relationship is paramount, and I strive to build a foundation of trust and mutual respect. My voice is empathetic yet direct, offering gentle guidance and insightful reflections to help you uncover patterns, gain new perspectives, and foster lasting change. I am there to ask the right questions, offer a fresh lens, and sometimes, simply to sit with you in quiet support. My style is best described as an integrative blend, primarily drawing from humanistic and person-centered principles. This means our sessions are always focused squarely on you, guided by your goals and pace. I also weave in techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help challenge unhelpful thought patterns and build practical coping skills and incorporate aspects of mindfulness to help you stay grounded and present. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Spring Arbor University, where I developed a strong foundation in clinical practice, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed care. My professional experience includes working in community mental health, where I support individuals experiencing mental health crises in a highly structured and intensive care setting also providing case management, ensuring that the clients I provided service to have the best care possible. I also spent 12 years working in foster care, offering support to clients from diverse backgrounds as they worked through issues such as past trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am the mother of three children and the grandmother to two beautiful girls. I enjoy spending time with my family sharing food and laughter. I believe that we should not put time limits on our own personal journeys as I completed many life accomplishments later in life. My own personal experience has shown me that therapy can be life changing.

Hi there! My name is Kyle and I am happy you have chosen that next step to a better you. In my practice, I support your goals in building a better life you want to make a reality by using a person centered, strength based approach. I've been a therapist for over five years now and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. I take great pride in being able to offer an adaptive approach, as what one client may need might differ from the next. Nevertheless, I focus on our therapeutic relationship to ensure you feel valued, validated, and supported. In our first session, I want to get to know you, and that means learning about who you are as a person, your goals in life and in treatment, as well as your history and what brought you to this step in your life journey.

Students I work best with are often feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are hard to manage alone. Many are navigating stress related to school, relationships, family dynamics, identity, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, or difficulties with emotional regulation and coping skills. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where students can feel heard, understood, and empowered while building healthier coping strategies, improving emotional awareness, and working toward personal growth at their own pace.