Steve brings to LIST over 35 years of clinical experience. Over the years he has treated clients, both adults and children, with a wide variety of disorders including those related to grief, loss, marital conflicts and domestic violence.

Education:
Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Certified Christian Counselor
Professional Organization:
National Association of Social Workers (ACSW) member
Clinical Social Work Association
International Federation of Social Workers
National Association of Black Social Workers
North American Association of Christians in Social Work
Special Interests:
Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Major Depression, Domestic Violence and Grief/Loss
Outside Work Interests:
Enjoys hiking in state and national parks, also enjoys boating on the Great Lakes

Michael has extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression and substance abuse. He has been trained in EMDR techniques that address the effects of trauma. Michael is very interested in spirituality and holistic healing – body, mind and spirit.

Education:
Masters Degree in Social Work form Wayne State University
Master of Divinity form Lutheran Seminary, St. Paul, MN
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Professional Organizations:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association (EMDRIA)
Special Interests:
EMDR, PTSD
Outside Work Interest:
Married with two children
Enjoys his dogs, reading, travel and metaphysics

Spencer has experience using Gestalt and Existential modalities, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to treat various personality, substance use, and trauma related issues.  She believes that self awareness is transformational, and the closer we can be in connection with our authentic selves, the more contentment and peace we can hope to achieve.  Spencer specializes in working with couples and families to discover the root causes of patterns of symptoms and believes that to come to a solution it is necessary to view symptoms using a holistic approach.

Education:

BA Colonial History University of Michigan 2011, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling, UNC Charlotte 2022

Certificates/Licenses:
Limited License Counselor(LLC)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Professional Organizations:

Special Interests:
Couples and family therapy, attachment focused approaches to therapy and parenting, trauma, and personality disorders
Outside Work Interests:
Outside of work Spencer loves to spend time with family and in nature, and loves to learn about astrology

Mikayla has over five ears of experience incorporating Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help individuals achieve their mental health treatment goals. She has experience in treating people with substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma related disorders. Mikayla strives to foster an empathetic and non-judgmental atmosphere for clients, so that they feel supported inreaching their mental health goals.

Education:

Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University

Certificates/Licenses:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Development Plan – Supervisor (DP-S)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)

Special Interests:

Adolescents, young adults, and the LGBTQ+ community

Outside Work Interest:
Mikayla enjoys spending time with loved ones (including her cat), reading fantasy novels in coffee shops, and spending mindful time in nature.

Kaitlyn is the Saginaw Site Supervisor. She utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral strategies to treat a range of disorders in both adults and children. She has experience working with people with developmental disabilities, children and teenagers with behavioral issues and adults with depression, anxiety and other severe mental illnesses . Kaitlyn takes a collaborative approach to working with clients in order to focus on their strength’s. She is passionate about helping others incorporate mindfulness and motivation into their everyday lives. Other treatment modalities include Solution- Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Education:
Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Michigan School of Professional Psychology
Certificates/Licenses:
Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP)
Special Interests:
Mood Disorders and Behavioral issues
Outside Work Interest:
Distance running and outdoor activities