Therapists in 48103
In times when we are feeling stuck or challenged, therapy can provide a space for healing, growth, and self-understanding. I use a client centered, strength-based approach that focuses on fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. I will aim to support you in building self-awareness and increasing self-esteem. I have experience working with a variety of clinical issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and trauma in individuals of all ages. Additionally, I have specialized training in working with children and families, and love partnering with children and caregivers to support connection.
In times when we are feeling stuck or challenged, therapy can provide a space for healing, growth, and self-understanding. I use a client centered, strength-based approach that focuses on fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. I will aim to support you in building self-awareness and increasing self-esteem. I have experience working with a variety of clinical issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and trauma in individuals of all ages. Additionally, I have specialized training in working with children and families, and love partnering with children and caregivers to support connection.
Ann Arbor Psychological Testing specializes in comprehensive evaluations for adolescents and adults. We provide clarity and direction for concerns related to ADHD, learning differences, adult autism, and emotional or behavioral challenges. Clients choose us because we offer rigorous, individualized assessments paired with a compassionate, hassle-free process. Our goal is to remove barriers so that you get the answers you need in a timely manner. We help you get the clarity you need to take the next step forward with confidence.
Ann Arbor Psychological Testing specializes in comprehensive evaluations for adolescents and adults. We provide clarity and direction for concerns related to ADHD, learning differences, adult autism, and emotional or behavioral challenges. Clients choose us because we offer rigorous, individualized assessments paired with a compassionate, hassle-free process. Our goal is to remove barriers so that you get the answers you need in a timely manner. We help you get the clarity you need to take the next step forward with confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or a lingering sense that something just isn’t quite right. You don’t have to figure it out alone. I offer a collaborative space where you can explore what’s holding you back and move toward the life you want with greater clarity, confidence, and ease. My approach is tailored to your unique needs—because there is no one-size-fits-all path to growth.
Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or a lingering sense that something just isn’t quite right. You don’t have to figure it out alone. I offer a collaborative space where you can explore what’s holding you back and move toward the life you want with greater clarity, confidence, and ease. My approach is tailored to your unique needs—because there is no one-size-fits-all path to growth.
We all deserve to feel joy in our everyday lives. Depression and anxiety can make this difficult. Brain fog, fatigue, and concentration issues can make success a struggle. Together we can make a plan to get you feeling more like your best self. Together because it's about you and your voice. You'll get education on your diagnosis and treatment options with authentic personal care. More that just giving medication, learn if there are underlying concerns driving your symptoms and get an integrative approach.
We all deserve to feel joy in our everyday lives. Depression and anxiety can make this difficult. Brain fog, fatigue, and concentration issues can make success a struggle. Together we can make a plan to get you feeling more like your best self. Together because it's about you and your voice. You'll get education on your diagnosis and treatment options with authentic personal care. More that just giving medication, learn if there are underlying concerns driving your symptoms and get an integrative approach.
I feel passionate about supporting people to become more of who they want to be. Our work together is a way to explore what has been going on, where you're getting stuck or overwhelmed, & how to get where you want to be. You don't have to be defined by your past or the beliefs you've carried with you.
While I work with all adults (18+), I am especially passionate about working with queer & trans folks.
I feel passionate about supporting people to become more of who they want to be. Our work together is a way to explore what has been going on, where you're getting stuck or overwhelmed, & how to get where you want to be. You don't have to be defined by your past or the beliefs you've carried with you.
While I work with all adults (18+), I am especially passionate about working with queer & trans folks.
Clare Lauer (she/her) works at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. She is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes in the power of self-awareness, self-compassion, and a positive mindset to foster personal growth. She specializes in working with children, teens, and families, offering a person-centered, strength-based approach to therapy. Clare has extensive experience supporting children and adolescents, from working in international classrooms and local preschools to providing therapy for young people from preschool to high school age.
Clare Lauer (she/her) works at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. She is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes in the power of self-awareness, self-compassion, and a positive mindset to foster personal growth. She specializes in working with children, teens, and families, offering a person-centered, strength-based approach to therapy. Clare has extensive experience supporting children and adolescents, from working in international classrooms and local preschools to providing therapy for young people from preschool to high school age.
Just as the body naturally moves toward physical health, the brain's natural tendency is to move toward mental health. But sometimes the brain can be blocked from its natural tendency due to disturbing life experiences. When this block occurs, we can experience ongoing symptoms and emotional distress. Disturbing life experiences can affect our ability to optimally function in the present. Memories, feelings, and beliefs that are associated with difficult events can cloud our perceptions and responses to people and situations in the current circumstances of our lives.
Just as the body naturally moves toward physical health, the brain's natural tendency is to move toward mental health. But sometimes the brain can be blocked from its natural tendency due to disturbing life experiences. When this block occurs, we can experience ongoing symptoms and emotional distress. Disturbing life experiences can affect our ability to optimally function in the present. Memories, feelings, and beliefs that are associated with difficult events can cloud our perceptions and responses to people and situations in the current circumstances of our lives.
Refreshing Waters Counseling . Sheila Renae Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
No waitlist—online and in-person therapy sessions available now!
Are you ready to move forward and leave behind the emotions, patterns, and circumstances that have held you back? Investing in your well-being can be the first powerful step toward building the life you truly want.
At Refreshing Waters Counseling, we walk beside you with compassion, proven strategies, and personalized care. Change can be hard, but you're not alone. Don't settle for a life that feels disconnected or unfulfilled. Our passion is to help you break through barriers, find lasting healing, and create a life of meaning and hope for yourself and your family.
No waitlist—online and in-person therapy sessions available now!
Are you ready to move forward and leave behind the emotions, patterns, and circumstances that have held you back? Investing in your well-being can be the first powerful step toward building the life you truly want.
At Refreshing Waters Counseling, we walk beside you with compassion, proven strategies, and personalized care. Change can be hard, but you're not alone. Don't settle for a life that feels disconnected or unfulfilled. Our passion is to help you break through barriers, find lasting healing, and create a life of meaning and hope for yourself and your family.
Melissa works at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. Melissa has almost 10 years of experience using evidence based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. Past employment includes being a high school social worker within Washtenaw County for over 6 years, working with a non-profit focusing on Tier 1 mental health interventions with athletes, and coaching individuals with disabilities to promote personal and professional growth with young adults.
Melissa works at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. Melissa has almost 10 years of experience using evidence based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. Past employment includes being a high school social worker within Washtenaw County for over 6 years, working with a non-profit focusing on Tier 1 mental health interventions with athletes, and coaching individuals with disabilities to promote personal and professional growth with young adults.
You deserve to feel at home in your body, at peace in your mind, and confident in your worth. I aim to create a warm, compassionate space where you can feel deeply seen and supported as you heal and grow. With experience treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions, I take a holistic approach that nurtures self-compassion, balance, and lasting change—guiding you toward a life rooted in connection, inner peace, and self-acceptance.
You deserve to feel at home in your body, at peace in your mind, and confident in your worth. I aim to create a warm, compassionate space where you can feel deeply seen and supported as you heal and grow. With experience treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions, I take a holistic approach that nurtures self-compassion, balance, and lasting change—guiding you toward a life rooted in connection, inner peace, and self-acceptance.
Everyone deserves to have a good day and a better tomorrow. I realize that taking on a personal change out of desire or necessity is often harder than it sounds. I work with all ages, life-stages, and conditions. People arrive with their bag of “stuff”: hopes, disappointments, wounds, trauma, diagnoses, and connections. I start where you are and work with you to create a path to a place of well-being.
Everyone deserves to have a good day and a better tomorrow. I realize that taking on a personal change out of desire or necessity is often harder than it sounds. I work with all ages, life-stages, and conditions. People arrive with their bag of “stuff”: hopes, disappointments, wounds, trauma, diagnoses, and connections. I start where you are and work with you to create a path to a place of well-being.
If you are reading my personal statement, you are probably in distress and at least considering looking for therapist. It takes lots of courage to start therapy and address issues that cause you pain in your life. You probably have already tried to cope on your own, and discovered that it did not work. As a therapist, I can help you by providing a different perspective, new insight, and teach you skills so you can learn to manage your present and future challenges on your own.
If you are reading my personal statement, you are probably in distress and at least considering looking for therapist. It takes lots of courage to start therapy and address issues that cause you pain in your life. You probably have already tried to cope on your own, and discovered that it did not work. As a therapist, I can help you by providing a different perspective, new insight, and teach you skills so you can learn to manage your present and future challenges on your own.
I have been in practice for over thirty years working solely with adults. I have expertise in addressing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, stress management, co-dependency, addiction and recovery related issues. I also specialize in couples work assisting with problems such as communication and conflict management. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques designed to meet the unique needs of individual clients. I am extremely well known and widely respected in my field for achieving a high level of success in the work that I do.
I have been in practice for over thirty years working solely with adults. I have expertise in addressing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, stress management, co-dependency, addiction and recovery related issues. I also specialize in couples work assisting with problems such as communication and conflict management. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques designed to meet the unique needs of individual clients. I am extremely well known and widely respected in my field for achieving a high level of success in the work that I do.
Feeling like your motherhood experience is way more hot mess than hashtag blessed? Wrestling with guilt because you’re too overwhelmed to “enjoy every moment” (which is garbage advice, by the way)? Up late at night wondering if your parenting is setting up a steady income stream for your kid’s future therapist? If you’re looking for a break from the worry, longing to enjoy being a mom more, and wanting to feel confident and relaxed: you’re in the right place, friend. I'm Amanda, and I specialize in helping moms who are struggling with anxiety stop being at the mercy of their thoughts.
Feeling like your motherhood experience is way more hot mess than hashtag blessed? Wrestling with guilt because you’re too overwhelmed to “enjoy every moment” (which is garbage advice, by the way)? Up late at night wondering if your parenting is setting up a steady income stream for your kid’s future therapist? If you’re looking for a break from the worry, longing to enjoy being a mom more, and wanting to feel confident and relaxed: you’re in the right place, friend. I'm Amanda, and I specialize in helping moms who are struggling with anxiety stop being at the mercy of their thoughts.
Have substances or other behaviors (such as digital media, food, gambling, or sex) gotten the best of you? Do you feel stuck in your life due to feelings of overwhelm or being on-edge? If you need help enacting change in your life, relationships, or behaviors then I'm here to help! It is both difficult and scary to make changes, especially if we don't have the right tools and the right support. I will help you develop tools you can use to remain in the present moment while working through issues from the past. We will look at blocks and barriers to making the changes you wish to make.
Have substances or other behaviors (such as digital media, food, gambling, or sex) gotten the best of you? Do you feel stuck in your life due to feelings of overwhelm or being on-edge? If you need help enacting change in your life, relationships, or behaviors then I'm here to help! It is both difficult and scary to make changes, especially if we don't have the right tools and the right support. I will help you develop tools you can use to remain in the present moment while working through issues from the past. We will look at blocks and barriers to making the changes you wish to make.
My approach is caring, collaborative, and practical, helping clients clearly articulate goals and then work to accomplish them. I have a strong belief in everyone's innate capacity for growth and healing and my intention is always to help people access and draw wisdom from this inner capacity. In addition to working with individuals in this way, I also have training in family/couples therapy, and work extensively with adolescents, couples, and families. I was a Lecturer for 19 years at the University of Michigan School of Social work and taught courses in Family/Couples Therapy, Adolescent Development and Mental Health.
My approach is caring, collaborative, and practical, helping clients clearly articulate goals and then work to accomplish them. I have a strong belief in everyone's innate capacity for growth and healing and my intention is always to help people access and draw wisdom from this inner capacity. In addition to working with individuals in this way, I also have training in family/couples therapy, and work extensively with adolescents, couples, and families. I was a Lecturer for 19 years at the University of Michigan School of Social work and taught courses in Family/Couples Therapy, Adolescent Development and Mental Health.
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Are you a member of the healthcare workforce, a first responder or a family member of someone in these fields?
RISE - Resilient Inclusive Sexual Health Education & Therapy. The framework/lens from which RISE operates are vital components to the practice. RISE unapologetically upholds the following values; to challenge systems of oppression & create positive change in the world through disseminating radical compassion & support for those folxs/communities often marginalized. A Social Justice Lens - Anti Racist - LGBTQ+ Queer Affirming - Trans/Non-binary/GNC - Feminist - Sex Positive - KINK/BDSM - Fat Positive/Health at Every Size - Consensual Non-Monogamy - Disability/Neurodiversity - Intersectional Identities.
RISE - Resilient Inclusive Sexual Health Education & Therapy. The framework/lens from which RISE operates are vital components to the practice. RISE unapologetically upholds the following values; to challenge systems of oppression & create positive change in the world through disseminating radical compassion & support for those folxs/communities often marginalized. A Social Justice Lens - Anti Racist - LGBTQ+ Queer Affirming - Trans/Non-binary/GNC - Feminist - Sex Positive - KINK/BDSM - Fat Positive/Health at Every Size - Consensual Non-Monogamy - Disability/Neurodiversity - Intersectional Identities.
I work at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. My goal for therapy is to build awareness, understanding, and new skills. In our work together, I incorporate a strength-based, relationship focused perspective into your treatment. I believe a positive working alliance can lead to increased awareness, compassion, and acceptance toward yourself and others. I am comfortable providing services to clients from diverse populations, social economic groups, and education levels. Together, we can explore ways to increase coping skills, provide mental clarity, and explore workable strategies leading to positive change.
I work at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, formerly CNLD Testing & Therapy. My goal for therapy is to build awareness, understanding, and new skills. In our work together, I incorporate a strength-based, relationship focused perspective into your treatment. I believe a positive working alliance can lead to increased awareness, compassion, and acceptance toward yourself and others. I am comfortable providing services to clients from diverse populations, social economic groups, and education levels. Together, we can explore ways to increase coping skills, provide mental clarity, and explore workable strategies leading to positive change.
My work is short term and solution focused. I draw on several therapeutic approaches, depending on the nature of the problem, including behavior therapy, family therapy and strategic therapy. I have a diverse background from 50 years of experience in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I am expert in a number of psychotherapeutic approaches, including short-term solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, family-systems therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy. I developed an evidence-based wellness program with a positive psychology emphasis at the Ann Arbor VA Hospital.
My work is short term and solution focused. I draw on several therapeutic approaches, depending on the nature of the problem, including behavior therapy, family therapy and strategic therapy. I have a diverse background from 50 years of experience in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I am expert in a number of psychotherapeutic approaches, including short-term solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, family-systems therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy. I developed an evidence-based wellness program with a positive psychology emphasis at the Ann Arbor VA Hospital.
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Number of Therapists in 48103
600+
Average cost per session
$152
Therapists in 48103 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Stress |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 92% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 65% | Aetna |
| 52% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in 48103 see their clients
| 58% | In Person and Online | |
| 42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |