Hi, I'm Makayla!

Welcome!

So you’ve decided to dive into the world of therapy. Maybe you and your partner are having communication issues. Maybe your child is experiencing social anxiety at school. Or maybe your family is having a hard time understanding one another. Whatever the reason that brought you here, I hope that by the time you finish reading you will feel comfortable with taking me on this journey with you.

In the therapy room:

The hallmark of my therapy style draws from a strengths-based approach. This means that I like to help clients find strengths in their adversities in order to build them up for resiliency. My goal is to provide a safe, inclusive environment led with compassion and unconditional positive regard. We will work collaboratively to create goals that align with your desired outcome of treatment.

My specialty areas include:

• Sexual trauma
• Domestic violence
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Marital conflict 
• Interpersonal and relational issues
• ADHD
• Mood disorders

My training:

I received both my Bachelor of Psychology and Master of Clinical Social Work degrees from Michigan State University (Go Green)! My graduate program allowed me the opportunity to take advanced courses that enhanced my practice with couples and families. I am passionate about looking through a systemic lens to cultivate change within individuals. We are a product of our environment, after all.

Additionally, I have extensive experience in working with children and adolescents. My most recent experience includes providing psychotherapy for children with severe mental illness in a community mental health setting.

Outside the office:

During my free time, you can catch me curled up in bed with candles, reading a book or creating digital art on my iPad. I also love traveling, crocheting, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.