Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Novi, MI

"As a nurse practitioner, my philosophy of nursing is to provide individualized care to my patients and their unique situations, educating patients and their families and providing compassionate, high-quality care."

Michelle Modlinski is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, school issues, and sleep/insomnia. She is passionate about providing compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. As a PMHNP, Michelle's role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, therapist, and medication manager. Michelle completed her Master of Nursing at Wayne State University and her post graduate degree studies at the University of Michigan, Flint.

Michelle has strong clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. In addition to medication management, she incorporates cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), culturally sensitive, emotionally-focused, person-centered, and faith-based techniques into treatment, as well as motivational interviewing.

We are all faced with challenges in life. Michelle is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to get started, schedule an appointment with her today!

"I have a broad range of experience that contributes to my psychiatric care of patients including both medication and non-medication options for addressing unique patient issues."

Julie Kuebler is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 20 years of experience. Julie has a broad range of experiences including both inpatient and outpatient care and has worked in a variety of settings including medication management of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, women's health, adolescent psychiatry, crisis management, care management, geriatric psychiatry, and psychology. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner Julie has provided medication management and therapy to thousands of patients including patients with mood/anxiety disorders, older adults, adolescent patients, patients with crisis management issues, cancer patients, serious and chronic mental illness, and co-occurring medical illness. Within her role as an NP she has developed programs for self-management of chronic illness and depression disease management

Julie completed both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and her PMHNP at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She worked in both adult and child/adolescent inpatient psychiatry at the University of Michigan for many years before making a decision to complete graduate work in psychiatric nursing. Julie has experience incorporating various therapies into her work with clients including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical therapy, interpersonal therapy, self-management of chronic illness, psych oncology, and supportive therapy. 

Julie views mental illness on a continuum of mild to severe, and she understands that we can all fall somewhere on that continuum depending on a variety of individual factors. Her role is to support patients wherever they happen to be by utilizing both medication and non-medication approaches that incorporate these individual factors into her plan of care. Julie believes strongly that it is important to work as a partner to the patients she sees and to incorporate and support the idea of patient self-management of illness by providing the education and clinical support that a patient needs be able to manage their illness effectively.

"You are the expert on your life. As a therapist, I am here to learn from you and to offer you an objective view of yourself, including your strengths, which we will build from."

Emily Zimmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience working in the mental health care system. Emily has a passion for helping those who have been through trauma—helping them to see the hope and the future on the other side of the pain. Emily specializes in PTSD and complex PTSD, treatment for OCD behaviors, bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Having ADHD herself, Emily has taken what she has learned and applied in her own life and used it to help others who are struggling to make their ADHD work better for them. Emily completed her Master of Social Work at the University of New England.

Emily is also a U.S. Army veteran and can understand many of the struggles and challenges that military families face. Emily utilizes a relational approach to therapy with multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques.

Emily believes in a very person-centered approach to therapy where you and her work together to identify goals and formulate a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. You are the expert on your own life and she would love to help you on the journey of self-discovery and healing.

"As a first-generation middle-eastern mother, I understand the unique issues related to motherhood and culture. "

Alyse is a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who manages and treats many mental health concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and sleep/insomnia. She is dedicated to providing cohesive, individualized care for each of her patients.

Alyse's educational background includes the following: Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Oakland University), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Oakland University), Master of Nursing (South University), and Post-graduate Nursing Certificate (U of M - Flint). Alyse has worked in healthcare since 2010 and has advanced from a nurse assistant to a board-certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. She has always been determined and has had a passion for aiding the sick. She has worked in many different specialties throughout her career, including critical care, emergency medicine, and psychiatry. After becoming a nurse practitioner and practicing in a more autonomous capacity she was very drawn to mental health and has been working in the field for the past 5 years. Through her extensive education and experience, she has developed integrative and conventional practices and she works closely with her patients to put in place the most effective personalized treatment plan.

Seeking out help for your mental health can be overwhelming. Alyse is confident she would be able to create a therapeutic and comfortable space in order to address your issues. She helps her patients with creating a plan that can include supplements, medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, etc., and follows closely with them to make any adjustments that are needed. Her goal is to provide comprehensive care and create a healing environment for her patients.

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"As a person that has experienced and struggled with anxiety and depression, I understand that asking for help and being vulnerable can be scary."

Aileen Vazquez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. Aileen is passionate about helping others explore their goals, work towards a better version of themselves, and lead more fulfilling lives. She is particularly interested in the areas of anxiety, trauma, and the experience of pregnancy and postpartum-related issues.

Aileen completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Michigan State University. Aileen identifies as a Mexican-American woman and is both a therapist and a mother and therefore, understands how challenging and complex finding a balance and exploring identity can be. Due to personal experiences and previous experience working with adults with co-occurring disorders, Aileen is able to understand the complexities of life and how one issue can affect another. Aileen is particularly fond of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy (PCT), among other techniques.

It can be hard to reach out for help, but in doing so we are often able to open doors and accomplish things that may not have been possible without assistance. Aileen would be honored to be a part of your journey toward health and happiness. If you are seeking to work towards your goals and work together as a team, schedule an appointment with Aileen today.

"As a non-judgmental person, my passion is to assist my clients in improving their lives, changing their thought processes, and restoring calm and balance to their worlds."

Joe Jaster is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience. He specializes in therapy for substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, stress, and relationship issues for adults and teens, and has significant experience counseling adolescents and adults in substance abuse, usage, and addiction. He has a background in both individual and group counseling and has worked with diverse clientele. Joe completed a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Detroit and a Master of Arts in Guidance & Counseling from Oakland University.

Joe believes that it’s important to focus on the causes of the issues that his clients face, as well as the everyday external complications that impact their lives. Joe sees great value in exploring Relapse, Recovery, and Relationships with his clients, which are three major components of substance abuse.

Joe believes in helping his clients work through their concerns and remember that mental health issues affect not only the individual, but also those involved in their life. Schedule an appointment with Joe today.

"As a woman who is also a first generation immigrant, I understand the hardships of facing life challenges while paving my own path."

Zahra Moshref is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and Registered Nurse (RN) who has over 4 years of mental health experience and about 20 years of nursing experience. Zahra is experienced in treating patients who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder I and II, OCD, borderline personality disorder, autism, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and alcohol use disorder.

Zahra received her Master's degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Purdue University in Lafayette Indiana, and then went on to complete her Post-Graduate Certification degree as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Regis College. Being a first generation immigrant and also a mother of three, she appreciates that everyone's challenges are unique to them. This helps her appreciate the diverse backgrounds and challenges that her clients face and allows her to connect with her clients to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking on their journey to wellness.

Zahra is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

"As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and achieve meaningful growth and healing."

Anthonia Umelogu is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of clinical experience. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders through evidence-based, person-centered care. Her background in forensic psychiatry, outpatient clinics, and community mental health enables Anthonia to offer a compassionate, collaborative approach, helping clients build resilience, develop coping skills, and achieve their mental health goals.

Anthonia earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Wayne State University in Michigan. She provides medication management and also uses approaches including emotionally-focused therapy and integrative therapy based on client needs.

Anthonia understands how challenging it can be to navigate life’s difficulties alone. In a compassionate and collaborative space, she works alongside clients to help them find balance, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing, Anthonia invites you to reach out for support.

Sally is an experienced, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Michigan. She is able to effectively diagnose and treat adult clients suffering with mental health concerns. Sally views mental health as being central to and interconnected with overall health, and utilizes a range of integrative, lifestyle, and self-management techniques in assisting clients to achieve their mental health goals. She is able to effectively prescribe and manage treatment with psychotropic medications, in combination with other complimentary treatments.

Sally completed her Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Post Master's Certificate in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing all from the University of Michigan. She has been working in psychiatric nursing for over 30 years and has experience working at a large academic medical center. Her psychiatric nursing experience includes inpatient, partial hospital programs, psychiatric emergency rooms, and outpatient clinic care settings.

Sally is committed to sharing knowledge and answering all of her clients' questions and concerns so that they feel confident and comfortable with their treatment plan. She is respectful of all clients' race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual identity. She treats clients with respect, adheres strictly to patient confidentiality, and believes in partnering with clients in their health care. Sally is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care based on the most current research data and evidence-based standards of care. She appreciates that we all go through challenges in life and feels confident in her ability to understand, support and assist you on your journey to improved mental health and well-being.