Ann Arbor Therapists specializing in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Leticia Berg

In the past, I have worked extensively in hospital and community mental health settings, providing clinical support and counseling for various medical personnel and patients. From 2014 to 2016, I served in the Oncology, Pre-Surgical, Critical Care and Cardiology Cath Lab units as a Clinical Care Extender at Glendale Adventist Hospital in Glendale, California. Through my hospital work, I learned the importance of focusing on building a strong therapeutic alliance with patients from the very first interaction. If are ready to embark on a journey of transformation into being your most authentic, emotionally balanced and life-embracing self, I will create a safe, compassionate space for you to do this crucial recovery work.

Jenna Chang

I’m a certified trauma specialist with experience treating trauma response and PTSD. I have worked with veterans, car accident victims, and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and abuse.

Tristan Woodsmith

My approach is rooted in a combination of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness techniques. I also utilize aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I enjoy sharing experiential practices that shift us into a joyful flow, so we can live, love and work from our full potential.

Matt Bouse

I offer you empathy, validation and a place to share. My goal is to build a relationship where you feel safe and supported. We will practice observing and labelling emotions and holding them safely together. I hope to help you make sense of your emotions and develop skills to empathetically tend to your scariest feelings on your own or with trusted others. I am a social worker, which means I consider how privilege, oppression and our social environment affect our moods and actions. Being a social worker also means that I value your strengths and unique abilities. I do this work because I like helping people relearn how to love themselves. I have great respect for your decision to enter this process. Already, you’re showing strength and dedication by taking this important first step. As your therapist, I will work with you to meet your goals and imagine a better world.

Sarah Cissell

A self-identified life long learner, I pride myself on sharing information and relevant resources with clients. My work is both goal oriented and client directed. My therapeutic approach is attachment-based and utilizes an eclectic mix of modalities including interpersonal therapy, CBT, strengths-based, and trauma-focused therapy. Areas of interest include sexuality, relationships, depression, addiction, anxiety, transitions, and trauma. I have experience working in a variety of settings ranging from career/educational counseling to counseling center work. I have completed training in sex therapy and sex education. I am a DONA trained doula, birth coach, and have worked with families during pregnancy and postpartum.

Margaret Levasseur

Using trauma-informed stabilization, I help clients learn to feel grounded and safe in the present and in their bodies. I also can help you process traumatic experiences so they are no longer pulling you back into the past.

Jennifer Tang

I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, including extensive training in research-supported evidence-based therapy at Harvard medical school hospitals. All the therapists at my group practice, Everwell Health and Counseling Services, actively practice in our mission to provide diversity-affirming, culturally sensitive therapy that is rooted in utilizing research-supported, evidence-based therapies, helping clients to learn more coping tools. We work actively and collaboratively with our clients to explore how your unique cultural, ethnic, gender, sexual, and religious identities are interwoven in influencing who you are and shaping your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We also work from a strength-based perspective, helping to empower our clients to recognize their own resiliency, and helping them pursue a more meaningful life.

Amber Sylvan

I have extensive experience working with college students and young adults learn how to manage stress and anxiety, overwhelming emotions, and gain skills for improving their relationships. I focus on our working relationship and will collaborate with you to figure out what's wrong, what your goals are, and how you want to get there. If you identify with a geek, I am happy to integrate aspects of geek culture into our work together. Whether it's learning how to summon your own personal patronus for self-regulation or utilizing fanfic to process trauma, I provide a space for geeks to lean into their special identities for the purpose of personal growth and healing.

Freeman Shields

Throughout life, we are faced with many decisions, which can be boiled down to acting in a way that moves us forward, and acting in a way that moves us backwards. To assist clients in bringing more meaning to their lives, I plan on building awareness of what matters, awareness of the decisions as they come up, and the strength to make the forward choice.

Paula Kirsch

I practice sex-positive, LBGTQ affirming, Kink, and Polyam friendly therapy. I work with sexual orientation, coming out, and those involved in open relationships. My post-graduate training was through the University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certificate Program. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I also have training in the Gottman Method for couples. Your sexuality does not have an expiration date! Addressing sexual issues can improve your quality of living now, increasing pleasure! Contact me today for an appointment.

M. Douglas Evans

Laura Ganzel

I am trained in SAFE EMDR and have a passion for those suffering from PTSD and C-PTSD. You and your system deserve to know that the past is in the past, and that you are safe now.

Kristen McCurry

I graduated from the University of Michigan with my master’s degree in social work in 2013. Since then, I’ve been working in many of the places you’d find social workers—research and evaluation projects, nonprofits, policy development, and clinical settings. In early 2016, I decided to devote my full-time efforts to being a therapist, because nothing else gives me the same joy I feel when my client and I celebrate a new level of healing that is happening in their lives. My main areas of practice have focused on issues of anxiety, depression, and trauma. It's is truly amazing to see my clients heal by bringing new awareness of past experiences into their present reality. By moving through those spaces, we're able to identify what goals they want to reach and which action steps feel are most beneficial to moving forward. I like to very strongly collaborate with my clients; I want honesty and transparency from both of us about our process together.

Wise Mind PLLC

Our clinicians are trained to provide trauma-informed and trauma-responsive treatment.

Allison Gilson

I have extensive experience working with individuals with PTSD, with trauma-related issues being my primary focus for more than ten years. I'm trained in a number of evidence-based treatments for PTSD, including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Written Exposure Therapy, all shown to be highly effective in dealing with traumatic memories. I'm also familiar with issues frequently seen in people with PTSD, including chronic health concerns, migraines, seizures, and traumatic brain injury.

Amy Szaraz

I worked for over a decade in mental health before taking another decade to focus on my three children. Currently, I own a private practice in Saline, Michigan. I help clients to regulate their emotions and nervous system for optimal performance in work and in relationships. Most importantly we elevate the relationship with self so that you can heal past traumas and access your optimal zone for comfort, motivation, and connection. Specialized training in areas of trauma, anxiety, EMDR, and mind-body connection.

Korrine Wojcik

My goal as your therapist is to bring direction, meaning, and purpose to the forefront of your life. Our sessions will provide a space to explore your connection with yourself and how you move through the world. Together we'll learn where harm, hurt, and shame lives within you, so you can safely process these emotions and experiences to move forward. We'll also try out different daily practices that align with the healing work you're doing, so you can feel supported in and out of session.

Robin Chaustowich

I use an integrated Humanistic approach to therapy, recognizing the unique aspects that make up each individual. Counseling is a collaborative journey, where clients can develop self-understanding, leading to life long changes and emotional well being. I also offer Equine Assisted Counseling services on a limited basis for those aged twelve and above.

Pam Grzech

My first career was in Nursing, where I focused primarily in Oncology and Hospice. After graduating from Wayne State University with a Masters in Social Work, I have spent many years in practice with adults and children. I have experience with many areas of concern, such as depression, stress, family issues, coping with health issues, abuse, trauma, grief and loss. I love working with children who are struggling and with their parents to help identify the source of their behavior issues.

Courtney Billington

I use a variety of skills and mindful practice to increase awareness of your body’s signs and signals to better prepare for differing scenarios. So, whether you are in need of support at work due to stress; relationship-building skills; assistance with anxiety and/or depression; self-esteem; encouragement for your next step in life, I am in your corner. We will work through your concerns together.