Therapy in Oak Park, MI for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Stress & Relationships

Lauren Provencher, LMSW, CTP-C

Clinical Therapist

Lauren completed Wayne State University’s Master of Social Work program in 2011, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and interpersonal relationships. Her interest in understanding the impact of stress and trauma on the brain and body ultimately led to her credentials as a Certified Trauma Practitioner.

She has also completed courses related to mindfulness, meditation, and sensory intervention. Lauren recognizes the importance of restoring health physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. She feels confident that with her skill set and experience, she can help guide your journey of self-discovery and growth.

Ronit Szczotka, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is common for those experiences to impact multiple facets of life. Ronit completed Wayne State University's Master of Social Work Program in 2015, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Ronit began her career working in the inpatient hospital setting using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) informed practice. This experience allowed her to work with adolescents, adults, and families struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, and relationship issues.

Ronit uses a strengths-based, client-centered, solution-focused approach to create a safe place for healing and resolution.

Ashley Schrode, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

Ashley completed her Master’s Degree in Social Work from The University of Michigan in 2010 and has TF-CBT training to specialize in working with individuals who have experienced a traumatic event.

She strives to be an approachable, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapist who works to empower clients. She works with adults and families on behavioral and impulse control issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and affirming the LGBTQ+ self-discovery process.

Ashley helps clients build practical skills that support daily life, including coping tools for stress, focus, healthier routines, relationships, identity, family conflict, and emotional regulation.

Erin Williams, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

Erin completed her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University in 2019 with a primary focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and substance use disorders. Since graduating, Erin has studied and incorporated Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, relational theory, Gestalt, and attachment-based theories into her clinical practice.

Erin is a Level 2 trained Gottman Method therapist and has enjoyed learning more about the treatment of trauma through couples work. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life stress, transitions, addiction, ADHD, and shame.

Using a holistic and person-centered approach, Erin creates a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental space for clients, including affirming care for LGBTQ+ and diverse communities.

Ellie Walz, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

Ellie has been a licensed social worker since 2015 and has experience helping adults navigate life's challenges using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Her therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate, client-centered, and rooted in evidence-based practice. Ellie prides herself on creating a safe space, free of judgment, where clients can explore their truest thoughts and emotions.

Ellie works collaboratively with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, family dynamics, grief, and loss to create an individualized treatment plan specific to each client’s needs.

Allison Failla, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

Allison Failla, LMSW, earned her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan in 2021. She works with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, and personality disorders. In addition to her clinical work, Allison is an adjunct professor at Spring Arbor University. She also has a history of providing clinical education and training for graduate-level therapy interns, and enjoys supporting the growth and confidence of emerging clinicians..

Allison's approach to therapy is empathetic, collaborative, and down-to-earth. She believes meaningful change happens when clients feel genuinely understood and supported, while also having space to build insight and practical tools. Her work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and person-centered therapy, with sessions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.

Clients can expect a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive therapy environment that blends traditional talk therapy with gentle structure when helpful. Allison works collaboratively with clients to recognize patterns, strengthen relationships, build emotional awareness, and develop sustainable coping strategies. She values authenticity, flexibility, and humor when appropriate, and sees the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for growth. Allison is especially passionate about helping clients feel less stuck, more confident, and more connected, both to themselves and to others. Whether you're processing past experiences, navigating burnout, working through relationship challenges, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, therapy with Allison is a space for reflection, growth, and meaningful change. Allison is accepting in-person and virtual clients.

Chloe Metzger, LMSW

Clinical Therapist

Chloe’s mission as a therapist is to create a safe environment without bias or judgment, helping clients move through the internal problems that bring them to therapy so they can begin to love the life they live.

She graduated from the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2020, where she worked closely with families and youth who faced adverse childhood experiences. Post-graduation, she worked in a nonprofit setting helping those experiencing substance abuse, addiction, and comorbidities.

Chloe implements Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy and helps clients get to the root of what is driving their symptoms. She is accepting new clients for virtual and in-person therapy.

Carmen Carpenter, LLMSW

Clinical Therapist

If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, or carrying the weight of painful experiences, you're not alone. Reaching out can feel vulnerable, so Carmen strives to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel supported from the very beginning. Carmen Carpenter, LLMSW, works with adults navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, life transitions, and stress. She is especially passionate about supporting individuals struggling with overthinking, perfectionism, self-doubt, and disconnection. She is also committed to providing inclusive, affirming care to clients from diverse and underserved backgrounds.

Carmen takes a warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She believes therapy should feel empowering, genuine, and tailored to the individual—a space where clients can better understand themselves, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change. Carmen’s background in trauma and neurodevelopmental research at Wayne State University informs her understanding of how stress and past experiences impact mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. Carmen is accepting new clients for in-person therapy in Oak Park and virtual therapy across Michigan.

Bevan Forrest, LLMSW

Clinical Therapist

Bevan earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, specializing in interpersonal practice with a focus on the connection between physical, mental, and behavioral health. Before becoming a therapist, she spent nearly a decade in “therapy-adjacent” roles as a first responder and yoga instructor, supporting individuals across diverse communities. Her clinical career began in inpatient and outpatient hospital units, where she worked with individuals and families navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, grief, and other challenges.

Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), she helps clients build resilience, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. Bevan is also expanding her clinical expertise in couples therapy and is committed to providing affirming, inclusive care to diverse communities. Bevan creates a space where clients feel safe to be themselves, especially during life’s most vulnerable moments. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and authentic, emphasizing meaningful connection as a foundation for healing and growth. Using a person-centered, holistic framework, she integrates various therapeutic modalities to meet the unique needs, strengths, and goals of each individual she works with. Bevan is accepting both in-person and virtual clients.

Sarah Voeffray, MSW Intern

Clinical Therapist

Sarah is a Master of Social Work student at the University of Michigan and is expected to graduate in August 2026. She brings more than ten years of experience in leadership development and professional coaching, which shapes her interest in helping clients navigate life transitions, career challenges, and questions of identity and purpose. She has experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. She draws from attachment-based and mindfulness-informed approaches that emphasize emotional safety, self-compassion, and the healing power of supportive, attuned relationships.

Sarah offers a warm, collaborative space with flexible scheduling (including some evenings) and is currently welcoming new clients.