Jennifer returned to school in 2016 to begin a career in social work after working in medical sales for 10 years. She has experience working with LGBTQIA individuals and groups, women and children experiencing domestic violence and substance use disorders. Jennifer has a passion for women’s issues and recently started researching the use of video games to connect with youth and adolescents.

 Education: 
Master of Social Work from SVSU, Bachelor of Social Work from SVSU, Bachelor of English Education from SVSU
Certificates/Licenses: 
LLC
Special Interests: 
Substance Use Disorders, domestic violence/women’s issues
Outside Work Interests:
Enjoy spending time with my daughter, taking our dog on long walks to “explore our city”, traveling, reading, learning new things, and cooking.

Diane utilizes an eclectic approach to treatment and has experience working with adults and children. Her strengths lie in cognitive behavioral and play therapy. Therapy is a creative process to help others grow and achieve their fullest potential.

Education:
Master Degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Professional Organizations:
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Tri-County Psychotherapist Association
Special Interests:
Mood Disorders
Outside Work Interests:
Church choir, knitting, creative writing, reading, nature

Ruth enjoys working with all ages.  She has experience working with survivors of trauma as well as domestic and sexual violence.  Ruth also has experience working with a wide array of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety and relationship/family issues.

Education: 
Masters Degree in Counseling from Spring Arbor University
Certificates/Licenses: 
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Special Interests: 
Trauma Recovery, Sexual Abuse Recovery, Domestic Violence
Outside Work Interests:
Married with two children
Enjoys reading, playing the piano and spending time with friends and family.

Tracy (they/them) is an outpatient therapist at List’s Bay City location. They incorporate Person Centered Therapy and Feminist therapy approach in treatment, with a special focus on the intersectional identify of each client. They have over five years’ experience working with LGBT!/queer individuals, as well as adolescent and adult clients with co-occurring mental health disorders, chronic mental illness, trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Education: 

Master of Arts, Counseling, Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Saginaw Valley State University

Certificates/Licenses:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Professional Organizations:

American Counseling Association (ACA)

Special Interests: 

LGBT+ and Queer Identities

Outside Work Interests:

Tracey enjoys spending their time with family and friends, traveling, reading audiobooks.

Megan is the Bay City Site Supervisor. She incorporates Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy and provides a specific and person-centered approach to her treatment of clients. Megan believes that each specific client goal is relevant to their journey in therapy, and fosters an accommodating, empathetic, yet motivational therapeutic relationship with her clients. Megan has over five years of experience working with clients experiencing substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, trauma, criminal backgrounds, anxiety, depression, trauma, codependency, and other family and relationship needs, as well as working with individuals who are simply curious to decide whether therapy is the right path.

 Education: 
Master of Arts, Counseling, Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education & Early Childhood Education, Saginaw Valley State University
Certificates/Licenses: 
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Certified Clinical Supervisor Development Plan (DP-S)___
Special Interests: 
Addictions and Recovery, Criminal and Legal Backgrounds, Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety
Outside Work Interests:
Megan enjoys spending time with her family up north, walking and playing with her dog Sammie, reading, crafting, organizing her life, and Michigan football (Go Blue!).

Kaitlyn 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 Interests:
Distance running and outdoor activities

Substance Use Disorder Counselor:

Julie has experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy to treat a variety of substance abuse, mood, and cooccurring disorders. She has experience working with adults 18 and older, both men and women, and individuals involved in the legal system. Julie is interested in pursuing and developing programs that aid in preparing individuals for long-term successful recovery by teaching basic independent living and home economic skills in Bay City and surrounding areas

Education:

MS in Addictions Counseling, MS in Counseling in Trauma

Certificates/Licenses:

Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Behavioral Therapist(CBT), (SFT), (MI), Life Coaching, Mental Health and Wellness

Special Interests:

Impacts of Faith in Healing and Resilience. Currently pursuing a post-Master’s with a focus in Trauma. Plans to pursue a Doctorate.

Outside Work Interests:

Impacts of Faith in Healing and Resilience. Currently pursuing a post-Master’s with a focus in Trauma. Plans to pursue a Doctorate.

Todd Butterfield, LLMSW, CADC- Therapist: Todd has experience using cognitive behavioral treatment methods to treat various mood, substance use, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders. He has experience working with diverse adolescents and families and the treatment issues they present. Todd is very interested in implementing evidence-based best clinical practices to stabilize, aid, and empower individuals and families in the Bay City area.

Education:

Masters of Clinical Social Work from Walden University

Certificates/Licenses:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC)

Special Interests:

Substance Use Disorder

Outside Work Interests:

Avid gamer, recreational disc golfer, amateur cook, former musician.

Mallory, CAADC-DP, has experience working with diverse individuals facing various issues, such as anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, emotional regulation, severe and persistent mental health needs, communication and organization needs, relationship issues, and recovery from substance use. Mallory strives to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to openly talk about whatever is on their mind. Mallory uses cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing to help individuals along their journey to wellness.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Saginaw Valley State University

Pursuing master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Central Michigan University

Certificates/Licenses:

Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor- Development Plan (CAADC-DP)

Special Interests:

Outside Work Interests:

Mallory enjoys spending time with her children, gardening, watching and feeding birds, and thrifting.

Barabara, MA, CADC-SUD counselor and recovery coach: I have lived experience with SUD, which enable me to relate to adult male and female clients and recoveree who are working toward living a healthier lifestyle, free from all mood-altering substances. I use CBT, MI, and OARS treatment methods to help stabilize persons with SUD. I support recoverees in the community by taking them to sob er events and meetings. By doing this they will learn how to socialize in a group setting and how to break the pattern of isolation. I believe where there is breath, there is hope.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science with a minor in Substance Use Disorder, and Masters of Administrative Science (Leadership)

Certificates/Licenses:

Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC)

Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM)

Community Health Worker (CHW)

Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC)

Special Interests:

Persons with Substance Use Disorder

Outside Work Interests:

Outdoor activities, cooking and working in my garden

James Stevens, LLPC, MA has experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and play therapy techniques working with children and teenagers that were victims of sexual abuse.

Education:

Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University

Certificates/Licenses:

Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC)

Special Interests:

Cognitive behavioral therapy

Outside Work Interests:

Working out and spending time with family.

Shana is a compassionate and dedicated social worker. She recently graduated with her bachelors of social work from Saginaw Valley State University and is currently pursuing her masters of social work through the advanced standing program. With a strengths-based approach and personal experience in recovery, Shana is dedicated to helping her clients navigate their wellness journeys.

Education:

Bachelors of Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University

Certificates/Licenses:

Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor-Development Plan (CADC-DP)

Special Interests:

Alcohol and Drug Recovery

Outside Work Interests: