Our therapists provide couples & marriage counseling in Lansing, MI

I am a dedicated mental health professional with experience in clinical therapy and a passion for social work and community engagement. I received my master’s in social work from Boston University and my bachelor’s in behavioral neuroscience with a studio art minor from Grand Valley State University. I have worked with children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, autism, and suicidal ideation. My goal is to help others find motivation, build a daily routine, and work on communication skills. I look forward to expanding my practice into art therapy and couples and family therapy.

Specific methods and supporting styles include CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Role Playing, SUD, and other preventative measures. My specialties include CBT and Motivational Interviewing, which include identifying and labeling emotions, basic questions surrounding emotions, wants, needs, and interpretations.

I am committed to lifelong learning, professional development, and collaborative community partnerships that advance mental health and social well-being. My long-term goal is to combine clinical expertise, social work values, and community leadership to help create meaningful, lasting change for individuals, families, and the communities I serve.

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.

Marcy Bristol is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 40 years of experience in mental health and medical social work. She has worked extensively with individuals facing adjustment to chronic illness, grief, loss, and bereavement as well as depression and anxiety disorders. Marcy focuses on helping clients understand and strengthen the physical and emotional components of their lives to create a healthy balance to face any challenges.

Marcy received her Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago. She takes a collaborative, strength-based, person-centered approach, using cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies to meet the specific needs of each client.

Building trust and respect between the therapist and the client is essential for achieving positive outcomes in therapy.

Marcy provides a warm, compassionate, and trusting environment, always keeping in mind that everyone is unique and the treatment approach will be tailored to them as an individual. Schedule an appointment today!

I am an EMDR certified professional who can help clients get through any storm whether it is divorce, chapter 7 bankruptcy, job loss, heavy financial losses, sex addiction, drug addiction or loss of loved ones who passed away suddenly. I can help clients build new treatment plans, achieve the next level or assist in your self re-invention of your personality or ego or help let go of trauma. I typically work with young people 18 years old to seniors going into retirement or single/widowed people wanting to create new bonded relationships/family relationships with people. 

Clients can expect a fast turn around or planned ascent towards real goals. Clients learn how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Psychotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Bibliotherapy or Cinematherapy can create new solutions or possibilities for the future timeline. 

We invite you to take the next step into transforming your life by scheduling a virtual appointment and immediately gaining results for yourself and taking bold steps to create a life of true fulfillment, happiness, peace and love.

I'm a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping professionals navigate leadership pressures, career transitions, identity development, and emotional well-being. My background spans workforce development, talent strategy, and mental health practice. I've led statewide initiatives and built programs to strengthen mental health and professional readiness. This gives me deep understanding of how workplace stress, organizational dynamics, and personal expectations shape daily life. I work primarily with professionals navigating demanding careers or transitions—many facing burnout, stress, or uncertainty about their next steps. 

My approach blends reflective work with concrete tools. I help clients explore identity, challenge limiting beliefs, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with purpose using CBT, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Therapy is a judgment-free space where you can be honest and gain strategies to move through challenges with clarity.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or ready for something to shift, you're not alone and I'm here to help. I meet you with authenticity and compassion, helping you process what you're carrying, heal from the past, and build confidence to move forward with clarity. Together, we can explore what's possible and help you toward the life you want to live.