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Our Collective of Experts

Our therapists each have their own unique personalities, therapeutic styles and methods of practice. Because of this, we place our clients intentionally with the therapist that will be the right fit. We also understand that you can’t drink from one well and “hope” that it never dries up. When clients need more, or something different, we connect clients to other therapists within our practice. Clients gain additional skills or supports to keep growing, all while maintaining the connection with their primary therapist. This option helps our clients get the best of both worlds. While they develop a long-term, trusting foundation with one therapist, they have the option of working with specialists to address a specific area of need.

Read more about each of our therapist’s areas of expertise by viewing their full bios below:

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Mia Sawyer, LLMSW

Heal from trauma and anxiety with Mia Sawyer. Offering EMDR and CBT therapy in Farmington Hills, Mia helps you build resilience and find peace of mind.

Morgan LaClear, EMDR Therapist

Morgan LaClear, EMDR Therapist

Are you a sensitive person who feels misunderstood or overwhelmed? Meet Morgan LaClear, an EMDR therapist dedicated to helping individuals like you. With expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma, Morgan offers a supportive space where you can feel heard. By tailoring her approach to your needs and using various therapy techniques, she helps you overcome fear and loneliness. Start your journey toward better health and happiness today. Call us!

Kristina Bieniek, Anxiety and Depression Therapist

Kristina Bieniek, Anxiety and Depression Therapist

Kristina combines cognitive therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with bottom-up approaches such as EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and Flash EMDR. She helps clients strengthen their nervous systems and manage uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, empowering them to feel capable and balanced.

Prima Muzirman, Prescriber for Anxiety and Depression Medication

Prima provides amazing care and support for anyone looking for medication for anxiety or depression in Michigan.

Callie Diz, EMDR Therapist

Callie specializes in assisting women overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression using advanced EMDR techniques. Her personalized approach equips clients with essential skills, such as boundary setting and confidence building, for emotional stability and self-awareness.

Meet Missy — one of our equine partners in healing at Serenity Oaks.

Missy & Dream, Horse Therapists

Discover the transformative power of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Missy & Dream, Bright Spot Counseling’s compassionate rescue horses. Experience the calming presence of a horse as you build emotional resilience, practice mindfulness, and learn to regulate your feelings. Whether you’re new to equine therapy or seeking a fresh approach to emotional wellness, Missy & Dream are ready to guide you on your healing journey. Don’t miss the chance to connect with this unique therapy partner—schedule your session today!

Jocelyn Peters, EMDR & Animal-Assisted Therapist for Anxiety, Trauma, and Life Transitions

Are you feeling stuck in old habits from your past, finding it hard to relax or move forward with confidence? Jocelyn Peters, a caring therapist who specializes in EMDR and Animal-Assisted Therapy, is here to help you work through trauma, anxiety, and life changes. With a calming presence and a holistic approach, Jocelyn blends proven techniques with the comforting support of therapy animals to encourage emotional balance and strength. If you're ready to start a healing journey that feels safe and empowering, learn how Jocelyn can help you create a more connected and grounded life.

Kara Ettenson, LMSW, provides therapy for children and adults at Bright Spot Counseling in Farmington Hills, MI.

Kara Ettenson, Child & Adult Therapist

Are you searching for a compassionate child or adolescent therapist in Michigan? Do you want to support your child through anxiety, bullying, or the challenges of being neurodivergent? Kara Ettenson is here to help. With her expertise in CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness, she provides individualized care that empowers clients to navigate life's complexities. Parents appreciate her deep understanding of the education system, while children feel safe and supported in therapy. Discover how Kara can help your child thrive—one step at a time. So if you're looking for a child therapist in Michigan, contact Kara today!

Anu Bhullar, PMHNP-BC, DNP, provides psychiatric evaluations and prescribes medications to support mental health and well-being.

Anu Bhullar, PMHNP-BC, DNP, Medication prescriber for mental health

Anu Bhullar, PMHNP-BC, DNP, is not just a prescriber for anxiety, depression, and ADHD; she embodies empathy and understanding. Many of her clients grapple with feelings of isolation, questioning their worth and struggling with emotional turmoil. As a woman of South Asian descent, Anu is dedicated to breaking cultural stigmas surrounding mental health, creating a safe space for open conversations. Her approach combines clinical expertise with a deep appreciation for individual experiences, ensuring that every client receives compassionate, culturally sensitive care. Discover how Anu’s unique perspective can help you navigate your mental health journey.

Sarah Petrofsky, OCD Therapist

Sarah Petrofsky, OCD Therapist

Break free from overthinking with Sarah, an anxiety and OCD therapist in Farmington Hills, MI, using ERP, CBT, DBT, and polyvagal techniques to build calm and confidence. Compassionate, evidence-based care for teens and adults.

Tiffany Misangyi, ADHD Medication Provider Michigan

Are you feeling rushed or overlooked during your ADHD appointments? Meet Tiffany Misangyi, a caring ADHD prescriber in Michigan who takes the time to understand your individual symptoms, history, and goals. With a friendly and cooperative style, Tiffany works with you to create personalized treatment plans at your own pace. Whether you’re managing ADHD in kids, teens, or adults, or addressing related issues like anxiety and depression, Tiffany is here to offer complete support. Experience a space where your concerns matter and are truly heard—without any pressure to make quick decisions.

Meet Carolyn Thao Phan, Bright Spot Counseling mental health provider here in Farmington Hills. I’m passionate about holding space for those navigating anxiety, grief, and life transitions.

Carolyn Thao Phan, Anxiety and Grief Therapist

Are anxiety and depression holding you back? Meet Carolyn Thao Phan, a caring therapist with 20 years of experience, ready to help you navigate life's challenges. With expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Carolyn supports clients facing issues from family problems to past trauma. Together, you'll work through challenges and build strength for a brighter future. Your journey to hope and healing starts here.

Julie Ohana, Couples Therapist

Discover a unique blend of therapy and cooking with Julie Ohana, an experienced Relationship Therapist in Oakland County, MI. Julie combines traditional talk therapy with cooking experiences to help clients manage anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Through mindfulness techniques, she fosters personal growth and self-awareness. Whether seeking personal insights or relationship improvement, Julie's support will guide you. Explore the benefits of culinary art therapy and start your journey towards better relationships and well-being.

Jen Nyberg, Trauma Therapist

Jen Nyberg, Trauma Therapist

Looking for a therapist in Michigan? Jen is empathic, pragmatic and skilled at what she does. Her unique blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Brainspotting, Polyvagal Modalities and EMDR Therapy speeds healing.

Megan Fordon, Attachment Therapist

Megan is dedicated to providing holistic, trauma-informed care to girls and young women. She specializes in overcontrolled personalities, anxiety and depressive disorders, relationship issues, emotional abuse, and low self-esteem. She has experience offering several different therapeutic interventions, including CBT, DBT, and RO-DBT.

Laila Marashi, Prescriber for Anxiety and Depression Medication

Laila specializes in pediatric, adolescent, and adult psychiatry across diverse diagnoses. She works closely with her patients’ and their families to develop individualized treatment plans specific to their medical and psychiatric needs. She specializes in medication for anxiety and depression..

Andrea Nitzkin, LMSW/CAADC, specializes in trauma-focused therapy and EMDR intensives.

Andrea Nitzkin, EMDR Intensive Therapist

Andi is a licensed therapist committed to working with individuals, couples, and families. Her clinical interests lie in partnering with her clients to help them overcome anxiety, depression, painful experiences, family and relationship conflicts, and to navigate life transitions.

Autumn Martin, EMDR Therapist — supporting clients with trauma-informed care.

Autumn Martin, EMDR Therapist

Autumn's approach to therapy is utilizing your strengths to assist you in reaching your personal goals for a more balanced and fulfilling life. She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), for those of you interested in addressing trauma.

Ginger Houghton, Equine-Assisted Therapist, Certified Addictions Therapist

Ginger is quirky and open and will help you embrace your inner magic. She has specialized training in anxiety, substance use, insomnia, and chronic pain. She created Bright Spot Therapy for those looking for a comprehensive approach to their mental health.

Irene Ivanac, EMDR Therapist

Irene Ivanac, EMDR Therapist

Irene helps clients move from the darkest place by finding pinpoints of light, through humor, and body-brain connection. She works with clients who are navigating major relationship changes, grief and loss, and experiencing the anxiety and depression that comes with all of those things.

Jamie A. Night, Neurodivergent Trauma Therapist

Jamie A. Night, Neurodivergent Trauma Therapist

Jamie helps trauma survivors create and streamline the vision they have for their lives by bridging the communication gap between who they are now, parts of themselves that may not be heard, and how past trauma is currently affecting their everyday lives.

Kristin Barnett Lmsw

Kristin Barnett, Grief and Anxiety Therapist

Kristin is a certified grief specialist and also certified in clinical hypnosis for treating stress, anxiety, sleep issues and physical problems such as IBS. She combines talk therapy with CBT, mindfulness, hypnosis, guided imagery, meditation and compassion-focused techniques.

Madison Marcus-Paddison, Anxiety and Perfectionism Therapist

Madison Marcus-Paddison, Anxiety and Perfectionism Therapist

Over 15 years of experience in the mental health field has afforded Madison the opportunity to work with individuals coping with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and family conflict. She takes an eclectic approach and uses a variety of modalities to empower her clients with the tools they need to find a stronger sense of emotional wellbeing.

Rachel Freedland

Rachel Freedland, IFS Therapist

Rachel believes that the intent of therapy is to partner with her clients, enabling them -in a non-judgmental way- to clarify and actualize their dreams and goals, giving voice to their unique personal character and needs.

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In the Community

We not only want to be a Bright Spot in our clients’ lives, but also in our local community as well!

We provide therapist-led discussions for organizations to build resilience, skills and support among staff. Bright Spot therapists also love connecting with other local mental health providers and traditional and functional medicine practices.

We also support and work with local non-profits such as Hospitality House Food Pantry. In 2022-2023, all the proceeds from the Self Care Closet will benefit For Goodness Cakes, a non-profit that provides birthday cakes for kids in foster care. We are also partnered with Detroit Dog Rescue. We are a drop-off site for dog supplies (Monday – Thursday).

The First Step is the Hardest but That's Why We're Here

Starting therapy can frustrating and intimidating. We get it! Let us help you figure out if our traditional talk therapy or if our integrated Deep Healing program would be the best fit for you.