Cathy has experience working with men and women of different ages. She has experience with mental health and substance abuse disorders as well as co-occurring disorders in both the individual and group setting.

Education:
Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Special Interests:
Bipolar Disorder & Co-occurring Disorder
Outside Work Interests:
Enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and family

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:
Master Degree in Counseling from Spring Arbor University
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)

Developmental Plan-Certified Clinical Supervisor (DP-CCS)
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.

Jay Parker, LLMSW – Substance Abuse Therapist. Jay has experience using mindfulness techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy strategies, and manualized twelve step facilitation therapy to treat substance abuse and other co-occurring disorders.

Education:
Master’s Degree in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University                                                                                      Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University
Certificates/Licenses:
Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW)

Developmental Plan Counselor (DP-C)
Special Interests:
Substance abuse and trauma
Outside Work Interests:
Professional sports, literature, information technology.

Michelle has experience working with people who have experienced domestic and sexual violence, particularly women. She also has experience working with people who have co-occurring disorders and criminal backgrounds. Michelle is an empowerment perspective counselor who is very interested in assisting people experience healthy relationships and achieve emotional self sufficiency.

Education:
Master Degree in Counseling from Spring Arbor University
Certificates/Licenses:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)

Developmental Plan- Certified Clinical Supervisor (DP-CCS)
Professional Organizations:
National Association of Professional Women
Special Interests:
Domestic Violence, Trauma Recovery, Addiction Recovery, Women’s Services
Outside Interests:
Married. Enjoys reading, watching movies and fishing.

Shana Norgan, CADC-DP is a compassionate, down-to-earth clinician known for her honest and practical approach. She holds the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor – Development Plan (CADC-DP) credential.

Shana currently provides substance use disorder (SUD) counseling and recovery-focused services, including relapse prevention planning, motivational enhancement, coping skills development. She uses evidence-based approaches including Motivational Interviewing (MI). Shana works from a strengths-based, person-centered perspective; meeting clients where they are and helping them build insight, resilience, and sustainable change.

Education:

• Bachelor of Social Work – Saginaw Valley State University

Credentials & Certifications:

• CADC-DP – Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Development Plan

Special Interests:

• Substance Use & Recovery

Outside Interests:
When not in session, Shana enjoys being active, spending time with loved ones, and finding balance through nature, music, and self-care routines that keep her grounded.

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Nichole provides a compassionate, supportive, non-judgmental space to help individuals, couples, and youth navigate life challenges. Nichole’s areas of focus include, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, personal growth, couple counseling. Her approach to counseling is from an integrative perspective, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness- based interventions. Nichole’s therapeutic philosophy is grounded in the belief that client are experts of their own lives, therefore, therapy is a collaborative process designed to create connection and cultivate a more meaningful life.

Education:

Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Certificates/Licenses:

Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC)

Special Interests:

Depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, personal growth, and couple counseling.

Outside Work Interests:

Painting, reading, being in nature, swimming, and spending time with family.