Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP (they, them)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Let's Connect (734) 672-3162
As a therapist, I approach all of my work from a social justice framework. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those struggling with chronic illness or dynamic disabilities. I work with clients to set realistic, attainable goals for treatment. I aim for transparency in everything that I do. I particularly enjoy supporting women, members of the LGBTQ community and clients from other marginalized groups. I am culturally Deaf and fluent in ASL, and as such, I serve many Deaf clients. However, spoken English is my native language, so many of my clients are also hearing.
With the advent of virtual therapy, I can now offer my services to Deaf teens, parents of Deaf children, CODAs, or entire families via Zoom. I work with adults in mixed Deaf-hearing marriages, regardless of the language modality. I also supervise new therapists and am available for training, consultations and presentations on Deaf mental health topics.
My doctoral dissertation was conducted on the topic of transgender identity development. Currently, many of my clients identify as queer, trans, LGBTQ, genderqueer, non-binary or asexual. I also greatly enjoy working with neurodivergent, gifted, or immigrant clients, as I am intimately familiar with being a minority in this world.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Mel Whalen Ph.D. now - (734) 672-3162
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $150
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Medicare
- Michigan Education Special Services Association
- Out of Network
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Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6301015759 Mel Whalen Ph.D.
- In Practice for 13 Years
- Attended Eastern Michigan University, Clinical Psychology Ph.D., Graduated 2013
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (734) 672-3162
Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Issues
- Women's Issues
- Sexual Abuse
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bisexual
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Spirituality
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (734) 672-3162
Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Deaf Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
American Sign Language (ASL) ,
British and Australian Sign Languages
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Deaf Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
American Sign Language (ASL) ,
British and Australian Sign Languages
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Culturally Sensitive
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (734) 672-3162
Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP
Location
Nearby Areas
Take the first step to help. Call now - (734) 672-3162
Mel Whalen Ph.D.
Psychologist, LP
Last Modified: 7 Nov 2023