Therapist
Elise Ferrary
Contact Elise: eferrary@lakemicounseling.org
Biography
Hi, I’m Elise. A Mother and a Counselor. I know those are the roles you are wondering about most- they are also my favorite and most important roles. I have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years now and have had the opportunity to work in various settings with a wide range of clients. I have found my niche in counseling working with women of all stages, including the perinatal period. I specialize working with more complex perinatal cases including infant loss, fertility challenges, and NICU/medical trauma.
Fit. It’s what I talk to every client about when they first see me. It’s just that important. I am confident we can get you feeling your best but first, we have to make sure it’s a good match for you. The therapeutic relationship is the most important part of the process so if at any time it feels like it isn’t the right fit with me, I can help you get a referral that will work best for you. I am here to help you in the best way I can – I am glad you are here.
For those of you wondering about my training and schooling, this is for you! I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Family Studies and my Master’s Degree in Counseling. I completed a dual specialization for school and community counseling and was a member of Oakland Universities’ International Honor Society for Professional Counseling (Chi Sigma Iota). I have worked as a School Counselor, in a Non-Profit (in-home and agency settings), and in private practice. I hold an LPC and an SCL in Michigan. I am a member of the ACA, NBCC, and PSI. I hold my PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) and offer EMDR.
Here are some of my most relevant trainings: QPR Suicide Prevention Training, Strengths-Based Solution-Oriented Assessment, and Intervention Training, Advanced Motivational Interviewing, Domestic Violence Intervention Training, Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care, Postpartum Stress Center 12 HR. Postgraduate Training Program: The Art of Holding Perinatal Women in Distress Assessment, Treatment, & Advanced Clinical Practice, Zero to Thrive: Michigan Model DBT -Pregnancy and Postpartum; Evidence-Based Approaches to Clinical Supervision ACT Counselor Training; Psychiatric Disorders in Women: Diagnostic and Treatment Considerations Across the Female Lifespan, Foundational EMDR Training Part 1 and 2.I utilize an integrative approach to counseling – meaning I use tools and techniques from various counseling theories in order to best treat the client and meet them where they are now.
Other Team Members
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Lindsey Brace
I will work with you to learn how to cope with life’s challenges and ultimately make positive and meaningful change. We are equal partners in this journey to find wellness and build a better ‘you’!
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Marci Witkowski
As a clinician I take a holistic approach, making sure to take into consideration all aspects of your life. I believe in taking a strengths-based perspective to give you the courage and motivation to implement the changes you wish to make in your life. I am here to help empower you to create the life you want to live.
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Bethany Miller
As a licensed counselor, I can help provide that objective insight and support along the way. I believe in down-to- earth strategies that can be used in practical ways. My approach is on solution-focused techniques, with an emphasis on assisting clients with finding the balance in their lives between taking care of themselves while maintaining healthy personal relationships with others. I believe in clients setting their own goals in a safe and judgement-free environment.
Business Manager
Thomas Brace
Office Administrator
Michelle Witkowski
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Lindsay Dalman
In our work together, we'll create a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space to explore your emotions, build coping skills, and help you feel more empowered in your life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in real-life experience—as a fellow parent, I understand the challenges that come with trying to do it all. I bring a down-to-earth approach and a touch of humor to our work together, helping you feel comfortable, supported, and truly seen.
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Yasmeen Barnes
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Kimberlee Gugliotta
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Jeanna Boase
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Brooke Ten Hagen
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Amber Thompson
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Madison Marvin
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Halee Stalmack
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Sarah Dorris
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Kerri Price
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Elise Ferrary
I utilize an integrative approach to counseling – meaning I use tools and techniques from various counseling theories in order to best treat the client and meet them where they are now.
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Howard Falkinburg
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