Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW (she, her)

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2 Endorsed

2200 Green Road, Suite N, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

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Accepting new clients. Trauma informed therapist. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic pain or illness, PTSD, panic attacks, food addiction, binge eating, grief, divorce, ADHD, phobias, test anxiety, public speaking? Do you seek change? Let’s do the work in therapy so you can live the life you want to live. Change is possible. I am committed to establishing trusting, meaningful relationships to inspire change. I purposefully create an affirming environment where you'll feel validated and empowered to embrace change. Choose either virtual therapy or come meet Trooper and me in-person for tail wags & warm greetings.

Creativity and mindfulness inform my approach to therapy. Inclusivity and intersectionality shape my belief in anti-racist, feminist, humanistic, holistic, and social justice approaches to therapy.

Former researcher with the University of Michigan's Food Addiction Science and Treatment Lab. Focus or research: Food as a maladaptive coping mechanism for emotional and chronic pain. Advisory board member for animal assisted therapy interventions. Focus: expand and advocate for partnerships with animals in therapy.

Call or Email Melissa Stephen And Trooper now for a free 15 minute consultation - (734) 927-9068

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

2200 Green Road

Suite N

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

(734) 927-9068

Lyon Counseling Center

127 North Lafayette Street

South Lyon, MI 48178

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Migraine, Binge Eating and Neurodiversity, Panic Attacks, Food Addiction

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (734) 927-9068

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

2200 Green Road

Suite N

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

(734) 927-9068

Lyon Counseling Center

127 North Lafayette Street

South Lyon, MI 48178

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Migraine, Binge Eating and Neurodiversity, Panic Attacks, Food Addiction

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $165
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Can't accept Blue Care Network
Workers Compensation

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Michigan / 6851116978 Supervised by Gina Shagena (Michigan / 6801105830) Melissa Stephen And Trooper
Certificate from EMDR - Basic Training - EMDRIA 2023
Attended University of Michigan, MSW, Graduated 2023

My individualized trauma-informed therapy is customized to your needs and draws from evidence-based modalities.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

My individualized trauma-informed therapy is customized to your needs and draws from evidence-based modalities.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Migraine, Binge Eating
Neurodiversity, Panic Attacks, Food Addiction

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Body Positivity
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Education and Learning Disabilities
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Veterans

I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic pain. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing concerns in a way that helps you live the life you want to live. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

2 Endorsements

Sydney Klevering

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Melissa has a wonderful energy and a wealth of knowledge. Her pup, Trooper, is a comforting addition to her therapeutic style. I highly recommend her as a therapist!

Alexandra Lopez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LLMSW

Melissa is a wonderful therapist who has the drive to help others. I would definitely recommend working with Melissa.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Trauma Focused & Animal Assisted Therapy

In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. About the space: I am mindful of sensory needs, including sounds, lights, smells, textured surfaces, alternative seating, etc. I invite you to get comfortable.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Location

Primary Location

2200 Green Road

Suite N

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

(734) 927-9068

Email me

Additional Location

Lyon Counseling Center

127 North Lafayette Street

South Lyon, MI 48178

(734) 927-9068

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Call for a free consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW

Call for a free consultation now - (734) 927-9068

Melissa Stephen And Trooper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MFA, E-RYT, MSW