Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Royal Oak, MI

"My goal is that all clients feel heard, understood, and safe while partnering with me to make meaningful life changes. "

KaiLi McGrath is a Licensed Master Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She has had the privilege of working with a diverse set of individuals and abilities in schools, community mental health agencies, and therapeutic settings. KaiLi can understand and relate to all types of experiences.

KaiLi earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan. She utilizes collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral, and solutions-focused approaches to therapy.

KaiLi believes being brought into a client's life is a privilege and meets them where they are to focus on building trust and collaborating on their unique needs. We all have a desire to feel heard, connected, and safe. Schedule an appointment with KaiLi today!

"Sometimes it’s hard to reach out for help when life gets difficult! I'm so glad you did, because there are times when you need someone to support and encourage you, hold your concerns and problems in a safe space, and help you work towards fulfillment and peace of mind."

Colette Spaulding is a Licensed MSW and has worked for 18 years in the mental health field. She views each client as a whole person, taking a client-centered approach and collaborating with them to match interventions with their particular needs. She has worked with survivors of abuse, domestic violence, and trauma, as well as clients with mood disorders, anxiety and depression, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions. She utilizes multiple treatment modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), as well as psychodynamic, relational, and existential therapy strategies.

Colette completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Michigan. Her professional experience includes working with culturally diverse populations in urban and rural settings, with a wide variety of mental health issues and challenges. This, coupled with her innate empathy and non-judgmental stance, enables her to provide her clients with the support and guidance they are seeking.

Colette asks, "What has happened to you?" rather than, "What is wrong with you?" She knows how important it is to establish a safe and compassionate space for her clients to share their unique stories. She will work with you to weave together elements of patterns, strengths, and coping skills; to increase self-awareness, improve your relationships, and promote the healing and growth you desire, to become the best version of you!

"I come to sessions authentic, kind, and compassionate, and I will ask questions about all areas of your life that make you who you are - what is important to you is important to me."

Kelly Kellerman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 25 years of experience partnering with adolescents and adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma issues, and relationship issues.

Kelly completed her Bachelor of Arts in History and Human Services from Albion College and received her Master of Social Work from The University of Chicago. Kelly utilizes a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative approach while blending evidenced-based interventions such as cognitive-behavioral (CBT), mindfulness, and strength-based approaches to promote healing and wellness.

Kelly believes life and relationships can be healthy when we have the tools. She seeks to create a safe and caring space to learn new patterns of emotions, behaviors, and thoughts, improve coping and create positive changes in your life.

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.

"As a millennial, I understand the ever-changing balancing act of navigating anxiety, career shifts, relationship issues, everyday life stressors, and all of life's plot twists in between."

Diamond Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience supporting clients through self-esteem issues, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and daily stress. She specializes in person-centered and narrative therapy and works with clients of all ages and backgrounds.

Diamond earned her Master’s in Counseling from the University of Detroit. She uses a compassionate, client-focused approach rooted in narrative and person-centered therapy to create a safe, supportive environment for healing and growth.

Diamond believes that taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care. She’s honored to walk alongside you or your child on this journey and looks forward to helping you build confidence, awareness, and emotional well-being.