Our therapists provide couples & marriage counseling in Lansing, MI

Delana Hadden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 12 years of experience working with individuals and couples with varying severity of mental illness and concerns. She specializes in helping teens, adults, and seniors to better cope with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance use, and personality disorders.

Delana completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and utilizes various evidence-based modalities including acceptance and commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and mindfulness, believing that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience.

Delana is committed to providing a comfortable and safe environment to assist clients in processing and developing coping strategies to assist in leading fuller lives. She strives to help clients sort through the things that are difficult right now, and offers a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. Delana invites you to reach out if you are ready to take the next steps in beginning to work on the struggles you are facing and offers a safe place to explore your inner thoughts and feelings.

Chris Lawitzke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 4 years of experience. He works with teens, adults, and seniors to identify their goals and work through issues related to addictive disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral modification, bipolar disorders, borderline personality disorder (BPD), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), depression, LGBTQIA+-related issues, PTSD, stress, and more.

Chris completed his Master's degree in Social Work at Grand Valley State University. He enjoys working with individuals living with developmental disabilities, severe and persistent mental illness, incarcerated populations, at-risk youth, and members of the LGBTQIA+ communities. Chris uses a variety of treatment modalities and principles including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, coping and distress tolerance development (CDTD), and behavior modification. Chris believes that rapport-building and developing the therapeutic alliance is the key to all therapeutic relationships.

Chris believes that each person has the potential to overcome whatever ails them and causes them to stumble. Chris's practice works to help people to explore their abilities while engaging their strengths. Life is a constant state of transition and Chris works to help people understand their resources to move forward and gain mastery.

Amanda Lambert is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has been a therapist since 2012. Amanda feels that mental health is such an important part of our lives. She believes that everyone deserves access to help with this, and that this help is needed for everyone from time to time. Her passion and purpose is to empower her clients to love their lives and themselves. Amanda strives, always, to provide a safe and accepting environment for you to share and grow. Her counseling style is warm and positive. She believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, compassion, and without judgment.

Amanda’s counseling approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and rational-emotive counseling. She will tailor our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, and she is always open to your input for what approaches work best for you.

Thank you for taking the time to look over Amanda’s profile, and congratulations and best wishes on your journey toward better mental health. She looks forward to working with you!

Karen Bennett is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 21 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. She has worked in diverse settings, including schools, universities, and community mental health. Karen specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. She is passionate about helping others heal, grow, and achieve emotional wellness through empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.

Karen earned her Master’s in Counseling from Oakland University and integrates cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed approaches into her work. She believes in meeting clients where they are and helping them build resilience, manage symptoms, and develop healthy coping strategies to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.

Karen creates a supportive, client-centered space where individuals feel heard and empowered. Her work helps clients gain insight, improve communication, and build healthier relationships. With a focus on self-awareness and compassion, she supports clients in fostering personal growth, emotional balance, and meaningful change.

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.

Gabriel Kangas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience in mental health. He specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, children, and adolescents. He knows that every client is different—that's why his responses and approaches to therapy are diverse.

Gabe completed his Master's degree at Central Michigan University, and utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness, and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). His personal theoretical foundation is not limited to one approach and Gabe believes it is necessary for counselors to be adaptive.

We all go through different circumstances in life. Gabe is confident that he would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that would allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with him today.

Making the decision to seek therapy is incredibly courageous. I have over 19 years experience working as a Social Worker and I am a licensed Master’s Social Worker. I have worked with a diverse population with a variety of diagnoses and situations. However, I believe that each person’s experience is unique and while they may be similar to someone else’s, no two people or situations are the same, therefore neither are the solutions. I provide a non-judgmental , compassionate, therapeutic environment. Working together is essential to creating a good therapeutic relationship and one that is most beneficial. I find that creating meaningful goals with clients based on specific needs really helps this process. Life is not meant to be figured out alone. I feel both honored and privileged to work with my clients helping them to overcome their obstacles and empowering them to do so.

Jordan Arntz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Jordan is passionate about helping clients develop realistic goals and achieving them. She works with those who have experienced child abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, depression, anxiety, grief, major life transitions, and difficulty with defiance.

Jordan completed her Bachelor's degree in Social Work at Western Michigan University and obtained her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from Spring Arbor University. Jordan utilizes multiple therapeutic models with her clients, this includes cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), person centered therapy (PCT), compassion-focused and mindfulness-based therapy. Jordan obtained a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT) as well and has completed this model with multiple clients.

No one in immune to hardships in life and often it can be helpful to get additional support during these times. Jordan is confident that she has the ability to meet you where you are at and support you on your healing journey. If you are looking for that support, schedule an appointment with her.

Brandi Belcher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults and couples navigate struggles within their daily lives/relationships in order to face unique challenges with strength, resiliency, and purpose. Brandi specializes in depression, anxiety, coping skills, family conflict, life transitions, mental stress, relationships, self-esteem, stress, substance use, women's issues, parenting, and pregnancy/postpartum-related concerns. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Western Michigan University.

Brandi’s knowledge of resources in the mental health community and her experience working with a wide variety of populations help her support and serve clients. She utilizes an integrative treatment approach that utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), the Gottman method, motivation interviewing, person-centered planning, and solution-focused therapy.

In life, we are faced with challenges beyond our control that shape our outlook on life as well as our experience in it. Brandi can help you navigate that journey to discover ways to build resiliency, cope, and thrive. If you are ready to discover the best version of yourself, schedule an appointment with her today!

Curtis Thornton is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Curtis specializes in providing therapy to individuals attempting to overcome challenges related to substance use and/or mental health disorders. The areas he has treated include, but are not limited to, relapse prevention, symptom management, enhancing self-esteem, relationship building, building a strong family structure, and recognizing and coping with thoughts, feelings, and emotions. While the goals vary based on the individual, one constant is shared by all: the client directs the course of care, and they choose the desired outcome. Things that people experience shape their lives, some for the better and others sending them down a path for which they were unprepared and need assistance in overcoming. Whether it be illness, substance use, family issues, relationship challenges, difficulty expressing emotions, or any other challenge, hope is possible.

Curtis completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Eastern Michigan University. He is a Certified Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CAADC) and a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). Prior to earning his MSW, Curtis provided direct care and education to individuals with substance use disorders and/or diagnosed mental health conditions. In this capacity, he was able to work with individuals in overcoming symptoms that had negatively impacted their lives. This phase of Curtis’s career solidified his belief that all individuals need to be treated with love and care, in a way that focuses on the uniqueness of the person and allows them the opportunity to live the life they envision. Curtis knew from the moment he graduated that his dream was to provide therapeutic services to individuals who felt "lost", "hopeless", or whose lives were not being lived in a way that represented their authentic self.

As a therapist, Curtis works with you to look at the big picture of what is occurring in your life. Taking a look at thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and expectations allows you to see what has worked, what has not worked, and what could work with modification. Curtis is well trained in recognizing ways in which we block change, and he has an expertise in overcoming these blocks. He is able to pull from numerous therapeutic models, as together you create a plan to address your specific needs. Curtis believes that therapy works best when you work as a team in moving you towards your goals. He also believes that all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. All individuals have an inner strength that allows them to overcome the obstacles that hold them back from reaching their goals. Curtis will assist you in finding or utilizing this inner strength throughout your course of care. If you are looking for a therapist who is empathetic, compassionate and able to see you beyond the challenges that led to therapy, Curtis could be the therapist for you. Whether you select him or not, congratulations on starting this journey of change.

Katlynn "Katie" Bovee is a Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker (LMSW-C) with nearly 4 years of experience helping adult clients to better cope with addictions, grief, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, women’s issues, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and career-related issues.

Katie earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University. She has a relaxed teamwork approach, where her clients are seen as the expert in their own lives. As a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Katie understands the connection between trauma, isolation, and substance abuse.

She enjoys helping her clients process their history of trauma while learning how to cope and make peace with their past. Katie's goal is always to meet her clients where they are at and work as a team to help their symptoms improve from wherever they are at.

Anna Herich is a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) who has more than 3 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Anna is passionate about helping people work through everyday challenges in order to live a fulfilling life. Anna specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, mental disorders, relationship issues, stress management, behavioral issues, and life transitions. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Spring Arbor University.

Her personal experience of growing up in an adoptive family coupled with her professional experience enables her to provide support and assist her clients in growth and change. Anna utilizes a blended treatment approach including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, coping skills, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

We all go through difficult life stages. Anna is confident that she can walk alongside you to increase your skills in processing, coping, gaining insights, communicating with others, and reaching your personal goals. If you are motivated to begin the journey, schedule an appointment with her today!

Jillian Kraydich is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Michigan who has extensive experience partnering with adolescents, adults, couples and families seeking support for anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief and relationship/family issues. She also has vast hospital, emergency and crisis experience. Jillian believes in collaborating with clients to form a strong therapeutic alliance. She individualizes therapy and assists her clients in working toward achieving their ultimate goals and healing. Implementing strengths-based, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy interventions with a highly personalized approach, Jillian ensures that each client receives the best support and the most comprehensive care possible. Jillian is committed to eclectically supporting each individual client on their journey toward healing. She creates a safe, warm and client-focused environment in which individuals feel comfortable discussing and processing all of life’s challenges.