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

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

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

Mikayla has experience in treating people with anxiety, depression and substance use disorder.  She enjoys working with adolescents, young adults and the LGBTQ+ community.  Mikayla uses cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy and person-centered therapy to help individuals achieve their treatment goals.

Education:
Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University
Certificates/Licenses:
Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW)
Development Plan – Counselor (DP-C)
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Special Interests:
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+ community, adolescents and substance use disorder
Outside Work Interest:
Mikayla enjoys books, movies, cats and traveling

Louis has experience using cognitive behavioral methods to treat a spectrum of mood disorders

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in social work form Harding University

Masters Degree in social work from Case Western Reserve University

Certificates/Licenses:
Limited Licensed Master social worker (LLMSW)
Professional Organizations:
Micah 6 Community
Special Interests:
Anxiety and Depression
Outside Work Interests:
Happily Married, enjoys video games, camping, and gardening.

Abbi incorporates different forms of therapy and tailors to the need of her clients. Abbi utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy while being solution-focused and centering each session around the client. Abbi has experience  in working with clients who struggle with depression and anxiety. In addition, Abbi enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. Abbi utilizes different coping skills and techniques such as mindfulness to help clients to be the best versions of themselves

Education: 
Masters of Arts Clinical Mental Health Counseling Spring Arbor University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Saginaw Valley State University
Certificates/Licenses:
Limited License Counselor(LLC)
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Development plan(DP – C)
Professional Organizations:
American Counseling Association
Special Interests:
Adolescent Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy , Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Recovery, Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, and Bariatric Clients.
Outside Work Interests:
I enjoy watching anime, working out, traveling to different zoos, and trying new flavors of coffee. I am currently pursuing my doctorate of education of education in traumatology.

Education: 
MA Clinical Mental Health CSLG from UNC Charlotte

BA Colonial History from University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Certificates/Licenses:
Limited License Counselor(LLC)
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Development plan(DP – C)
Professional Organizations:

Special Interests:
Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Psychosomatic healing
Outside Work Interests:
Holistic wellness, nutrition, astrology, Hiking