Meet
Abbey
Get to know Abbey
It’s Wonderful to Meet You!
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, and I'm glad you're here! I know how overwhelming life can feel when you're carrying stress, navigating change, or feeling disconnected from yourself. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and collaborative space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful change. My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and collaborative, meaning we'll work together to better understand your experiences, identify your goals, and find strategies that fit your unique needs. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, compassion-focused techniques, and play-based interventions when working with children.
In the therapy room:
I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional regulation, ADHD, burnout, life transitions, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and parenting stress. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, my goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change!
My specialty areas include:
My training:
I earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Services from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and am currently in my second year of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Kentucky. As a student therapist with Being Human Group, I provide low-cost therapy under the supervision of experienced clinicians.
My professional experience includes working in community mental health, youth assistance, and hospital settings. During my internship with the Westland Youth Assistance Program, I facilitated individual and group sessions and organized community-based programming for youth and families. While interning with The Guidance Center's Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, I developed skills in motivational interviewing while supporting individuals working toward their mental health and recovery goals. I also worked as a Patient Observation Aide at Corewell Health, helping provide compassionate care and maintain patient safety. Additionally, I have experience supporting individuals with autism through community-based companion services and have completed training in the Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) modality.
Outside of work, I love spending time outdoors, exercising, attending concerts, and being with family and friends. I'm also a lifelong animal lover and have enjoyed dog-sitting throughout my academic journey.
My hope is to one day incorporate animal-assisted interventions into my work as a therapist. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you as you take the next steps toward healing, growth, and becoming more connected to yourself!