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“As a therapist, I am mindful that those that I am serving are the experts in their own lives. I work to craft a therapeutic relationship with my clients as a companionship—where I am here to walk alongside this journey of healing with them.”
Office: Flint
Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Social Work from University of Michigan-Flint
Graduate Education: Master of Social Work, with a School of Social Work certification from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
License: Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW)
Year joined WBC: 2020
Personal Profile:
Fanta is a proud Detroiter who has resided in Flint since 2014. She is a wife to a supportive husband and mother to two amazing girls. Fanta knew Social Work was her calling at a very young age because she is passionate about the intersection of faith and mental health. In her free time, she loves to drink coffee and watch YouTube videos.
She holds a certification in School Social Work, a specialization in Intergrated Health and African-Centered Social Work. She has experience in the school, community mental health (cmh), and hospice settings.
“The beauty about counseling is that we all can learn from each other. Our experiences shape and prepares us to become teachers of our experiences, and to be a guiding light for others.”
Office: Ann Arbor
Undergraduate Education: BA in Political Science, Wilberforce University
Graduate Education: MA in Counseling Education with concentration in mental health and substance abuse, Wayne State University
Licenses/Certifications:
License Professional Counselor
Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Year joined WBC: 2020
Personal Profile:
Eric is married and has five children. Eric has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 1998. He has provided counseling services in various levels of care ranging from hospitals, inpatient substance abuse and mental health facilities, intensive outpatient treatment, traditional outpatient treatment, medication assisted treatment, and crisis stabilization. He enjoys counseling and helping people to reach their potential. He believes it is not where you start but where you finish.
Office Location: Ann Arbor & Flint
Undergraduate Education: BA in Music with a minor in Christian Ministry Leadership from Calvin College
Year Joined WBC: 2015
Personal Profile:
Alexia is an accomplished pianist, playing the piano since the age of 4. She is also a part time piano instructor for a local company. She is actively involved in her local church serving as the pianist for the praise team. Alexia is newly married and resides in Southeast Michigan. In 2019, she became an entrepreneur and opened a music studio called Water Walking Studios, where she and her husband write their own music.
“I have been blessed to serve in a helping/counseling role for my entire 25+ year career. I have learned from every person I’ve had the pleasure of serving over the years, and understand fully the importance of empowering others to know they’re an integral part of this world we live in together. I never take life for granted and am so grateful for the opportunity to continue serving those in need.”
Office Location: Ann Arbor
Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Sociology from Grand Valley State University
Graduate Education: Master of Arts in Counseling from Oakland University
Licenses:
Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Year Joined WBC: 2019
Personal Profile:
Don is a Michigander, having been born and raised in Oakland County where he resided until venturing off to the Grand Rapids area to attend GVSU. Don has been a resident of Wayne County since graduating from OU in 1998, and presently resides with his wife Leanna in Livonia, MI. Their blended family encompasses 2 handsome sons, 2 beautiful daughters, and 3 furry lovable felines. Don has been in the field of Human Services since 1989; having served as a professional counselor since 1998. He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, reading, participating in fellowship opportunities at his church, and is an avid sports fan.
“My greatest reward in my profession and in life is when I have been able to encourage and empower individuals to be resilient and to reach their goals.”
Office Location: Ann Arbor
Undergraduate Education: BA in Liberal Arts with a minor in psychology from Nazareth College, Kalamazoo, MI
Graduate Education: M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Sienna Heights University
License: Limited License Professional Counselor
Year Joined WBC: 2018
Personal Profile:
Denise is an only child raised by a single mother. Denise is the mother of two children living in Eastpointe MI. She has an extensive background in the mental health field and criminal justice. Denise enjoys spending time with family, traveling, shopping and giving back to those in need.