Meet Our Staff

Paul Brown

Paul Brown, LLC

Limited Licensed Counselor

Seeking help when you are going through difficult times really comes down to one desire-you seek change. We want to change the things in our lives that are causing us pain or distress. Whether it be external circumstances or something about us or within us, how many times have we said to ourselves, “if I could change this, or just change that, then I will happy.”

Sometimes we can make the changes we seek and are still not happy, or not as happy as we thought we would be. Why is that? Other times that process can seem like a road that never reaches its destination.
Some things we cannot change. We cannot change the past. Rarely can we change other people. But we can change how we think about and react to the situations in life that are causing us to be unhappy; that is where true freedom lies, and then we begin to change our individual futures.

We will work together to empower you to be more in control of your thoughts and feelings and less a victim of them. With each new level of awareness comes the power to perceive distressing thoughts, feelings, and memories in a new light that brings healing and freedom. Collaboratively we will work towards forging a positive, hopeful vision for your future.

Erica Crosby

Erica Crosby

Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP

Erica earned her Master’s in Clinical Behavioral Psychology from Eastern Michigan University in 2015. She utilizes evidence-based behavioral therapies, with an emphasis on mindfulness and health psychology. Erica is a Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) with a background in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure therapies, and extensive experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Behavioral therapy is about finding the balance between acceptance and change. Erica collaborates with clients to set meaningful goals and design customized treatment plans around their personal values. Her aim is to help people develop skills that will lead to real, measurable changes that don’t fade away after therapy. In addition to depression and anxiety, she also specializes in trauma, sex and couples therapy, sleep disorders, phobias, learning disorders, eating disorders, OCD, and bipolar disorder.  

Crystal Davis

Crystal Davis

Limited License Counselor, LLC

Crystal earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Siena Heights University in 2014. She is presently a Limited License Counselor, LLC. Crystal is pursuing her certification in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) a technique used to treat trauma. She has a background in community mental health, has assisted individuals, families, and couples in grappling with various obstacles, including depression, trauma, anxiety, adjustment issues, chronic illnesses, low self-esteem, substance use disorders and persistent mental health conditions.
 
Crystal’s therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from various evidence-based modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, mindfulness practices and solution-focused techniques. This flexibility allows her to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. Crystal strives to create a safe growth-oriented space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, working to uncover behavior patterns and gain insights into past experiences. She encourages clients to draw from their own strengths and resilience. Working collaboratively with her clients, she aims to foster new perspectives, increase self-awareness, and equip her clients with tools to create lasting change in their lives.
Aggie Johnson

Aggie Johnson

Limited Licensed Social Worker, LLMSW

Aggie graduated from Wayne State University with her Master’s Degree in social work in 2021. Currently, she is a limited license social worker, LLMSW. She has a background in cognitive behavioral therapy with additional experience with motivational interviewing, grief & loss, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Aggie also has experience working in community mental health and strongly believes that everyone should have access to mental health services in efforts of achieving overall happiness.

Aggie’s focus within the scope of therapy is to promote a greater wellbeing for individuals by providing psychoeducation to manage, cope, heal, and overcome. Along with these principles, Aggie believes in the power of a listening ear and the value of wise counsel. Aggie is a woman of faith who is passionate about empowering others and upholding the dignity and worth of a person no matter their race, beliefs system, cultural norms, or identity.

Brad Karwowski

Brad Karwowski

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

Brad earned his Master’s Degree from Wayne State University in 2010. He is a fully licensed clinical Social Worker, LMSW. He has a background working in outpatient community mental health and utilizing techniques based in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma informed therapy, and motivational interviewing to assist people with symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger and adjusting to life changes that interfere with their quality of life.

Brad’s goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients in a manner that best fits their values, identity and needs in an effort to create a trusting therapeutic relationship of mutual respect in a safe environment for people to share their stories and feel validated. He works with clients to empower them and to identify their personal strengths, build upon these skills to assist them in working towards goals, affectively confronting challenges, and finding healing from pain and suffering.

Jordyn Mitchell

Jordyn Mitchell

Limited Licensed Social Worker, LLMSW

Jordyn earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at Wayne State University in 2021. She is currently a limited licensed social worker, LLMSW. She has experience working with children in an inpatient and outpatient setting. Jordyn interned at Detroit Behavioral institute/Capstone Academy and worked as a Youth Counselor at Vista Maria. She has a background with utilizing techniques based in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy to support clients with depression, anxiety, and behavioral difficulties.

Jordyn’s approach to therapy is to empower individuals to discover their own strengths and work towards healing and living a fulfilling life. Jordyn believes that building an open and trusting relationship with a client is the key to a positive therapeutic experience. She is dedicated to the wellness of each individual and strives to provide a safe environment for clients to reflect on their personal challenges.

Maryam Mohiuddin

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Limited Licensed Social Worker, LLMSW

We’re all going through challenges in life but we haven’t learned to navigate through everything. We might feel that others know exactly what to do while we struggle through it all. Our thoughts seem to have so much power over us and are stopping us from achieving the life we want. 

I’m here to listen to you about the interactions in your life that are bothering you, or the thoughts in your head that are not going away, or the feelings that are overwhelming and hard to understand. I’m here for us to talk through and work through things so that you can live presently and put your mind to things that make you feel alive. 

You will have my support as we walk through challenging thoughts and ideas. We will work together on things that you want in order to make changes that you feel good about. 

I specialize in offering therapy to adults who have experienced trauma and are experiencing feelings of helplessness, anxiety, depression, guilt, and low self-worth. 

Seeking help for your mental health can be challenging and is a process, and you’re doing it! Welcome to continuing your journey to help yourself wholly. 

Debra Napier

Debra Napier

Licensed Professional Counselor, Ph.D, LPC, NBCC, ACS

Debra Napier has been a Licensed Professional Counselor for 20 years.  She has worked with individuals, couples, and families in supporting the needs of the individual as well as the family.  Debra has also worked with Child and Family Services for the State of Michigan for 35 years prior to retirement. 

She is flexible, non-judgmental, and sees the value in each person she works with.  Working with an understanding of the unique needs of each client(s) that includes an understanding of cultural influences in the lives of those she works with, Debra is able to assist clients in healing and growth that includes connecting with resources in the community and providing tools and techniques that are based on each individual client(s) needs. 

Monique Samano

Monique Samano

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

It is challenging to make the first step in finding help, however, as your therapist, I will always seek to support you in this process. I strive to create an environment that allows you to be yourself. I want you to feel comfortable and safe enough to communicate the challenges that you are facing. Sometimes stress can feel overbearing. Unmanaged stress can lead to feelings of depression, hopelessness, feeling lost, disconnected, and losing your sense of self. You may also feel anxious and overwhelmed, and finding it difficult to get rid of these feelings.

I graduated in 2018 from Wayne State University with my Masters in Social work. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, with a clinical specialty (LMSW-Clinical). I have experience working with at-risk youth involved in the Juvenile Justice system. I have worked with new mothers facing the challenges that come along with being a mother of a baby in the NICU, or assisting them as they learn how to cope with the loss of their precious Angel. I also have worked extensively with adults of all ages of the life span learning how to cope with the many challenges that come with life as we age. Some of my areas of specialty include stress management, anxiety, depression, loss, and navigating distressing life changes. I strongly believe in treating the individual, and I appreciate the uniqueness of each client. Therefore, I employ a variety of techniques and tailor my treatment in accordance with your specific needs. I generally utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet each person’s unique needs. I am also experienced in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques.

I am committed to providing you with a safe, non-judgmental space to express yourself. The decision to pursue therapy can be challenging, yet very exciting. I look forward to building a therapeutic relationship together and working collaboratively to help you build the life you want.

Kathy Thompson

Kathy Thompson

Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPC, CADC, NCC, ACS

Kathy graduated from Wayne State University and received her Masters in Community Counseling and Art Therapy Degree in 2009. Kathy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Art Therapist (ATR), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). She has worked in both inpatient residential and outpatient community settings. She has experience working with children, adults and substance abuse populations. Kathy has volunteered at The Children’s Center in Detroit, at Vista Maria in Dearborn Heights and did her internship at Oakland Family Services in Pontiac. Kathy is the director and owner of Wellness Counseling.

“My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are at. I have always wanted to help others to be their personal best. I enjoy guiding people to see their true potential.”

Kim F

Kim F.

Office Manager

Kim has 15+ years of experience in medical office management and customer service. Kim can answer any of your office related questions. Kim is happy to be a part of the WC team and is looking forward to assisting you!

Kelly M

Kelly M.

Office Administrator/Support Staff

Kelly has multiple years of experience working with insurance companies and is our warm and friendly face/voice that greets all of our clients. Kelly handles all billing and insurance claims and assists with client concerns.

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