Therapists for college students near Ann Arbor, MI
When life knocks you off balance, it's easy to lose sight of who you are. I help people rebuild trust in themselves and others, find relief from trauma and anxiety, and feel safe and life themselves again. Maybe you've experienced combat, military service, sexual trauma, assault, religious trauma, or a serious accident. Maybe you're wondering how to get rid of your PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or low self-esteem. Together, we’ll create a path toward feeling grounded, connected, and revitalized.
I work best with students who appreciate authenticity and want a therapist who “gets it.” I bring a down-to-earth, compassionate approach that helps clients feel seen and supported without judgment. Having grown up in Detroit and worked closely with youth and families, I understand how stress, identity, and real-life challenges can impact mental health. I strive to create a space where you can unpack what’s on your mind, build coping tools that work for you, and feel grounded again, no matter what life throws your way.
Here at The Illuminated Mind, we are driven by a single goal: to help our clients find inspiration, meaning, and purpose in everyday life. We strive to provide quality therapy services to individuals, couples & families by promoting self-reflection, guiding the work of personal growth, and building genuine client relationships that assist in the achievement of freedom from emotional suffering. We believe that each person is capable of making lasting change in their lives and we want to support you in the process: let us provide the spark that moves you toward positive action and thought as you journey to your most authentic self.
Therapy shouldn’t be just another “office visit!” The first-of-its-kind right here in Grand Rapids, all-inclusive space for all things self-care. Combining luxury & design with access to monthly creative education workshops, sound bath, yoga, photography, reiki, life & intimacy coaching, trauma therapy, perinatal mental health and intentional retail. Designed in response to the lack of resources offering the combination of mental health with wellness & luxury. Come early or stay after so you can complete your therapy self-care homework or simply help yourself decompress after an intensive therapy session. Our wellness service add-ons include a botanical shower with luxury brand body care products, heated grounding mat, hot stone mat, private yoga/meditation space reservation in our private horticulture therapy studio.
Many of the students I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck in their thoughts, or unsure how to manage everything on their plate. You might be dealing with anxiety, burnout, trouble focusing, or feeling mentally exhausted from trying to keep up with school, work, and life. I work especially well with students who are navigating ADHD, autism/neuro-spicy, executive functioning challenges, anxiety, depression, or big life transitions. Some of my clients struggle with procrastination, staying organized, or following through on tasks, even when they really want to do well. Others feel constantly stressed, overthink everything, or have a hard time turning their mind off. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or just not like yourself lately, that’s enough. My approach is practical and supportive. We focus on real-life strategies that help you manage stress, improve focus, and feel more in control of your day-to-day life. At the same time, we’ll explore what’s underneath the stress so you can start to feel more grounded and confident. If you’re looking for a therapist who is easy to talk to and focused on helping you actually feel better, not just talk about problems, you’re in the right place.