Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Novi, MI

"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 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 woman of color and a first-generation immigrant, I understand the unique challenges that come along with intersectionality and ethnic identity."

Shanila is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address their unique struggles to live meaningful and fulfilled lives. Shanila specializes in anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, coping skills, school issues, mental stress, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Shanila completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the University of Michigan with a concentration in interpersonal practice and mental health.

Shanila utilizes multiple treatment approaches including positive psychology, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

Shanila's compassion and unconditional positive regard towards her clients allow them to gain new perspectives and learn strategies and techniques that help them cope with whatever challenges they are contending with. If you feel that you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

"You are not alone. Your life story matters."

Trisha Zukowski is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who specializes in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), grief and loss, and hospice (end of life). Trisha has 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Wayne State University. 

Trisha believes that everyone should be able to tell their stories without judgment. Your experiences mold you into who you are, however this does not mean you can't change and grow. Sometimes people find themselves stuck in patterns, with hurt and pain that don't serve them well, and are unhealthy. Sometimes because of such events you know it's time to make a change, and learn to grow into who you have always wanted to be. 

Trisha believes that you can heal from your past stories, pain, and hurt. You can learn from these events and make new healthy patterns. She is here to hear your story. Your life story matters! Work with Trisha to see the changes you would like to see. Contact her for an appointment so you can get started!

"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.

"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.