At Head & Heart, we believe every person deserves to feel, heal, and evolve.
We provide a safe environment, affirming relationships, and science-based therapy.
We believe every person deserves to feel, heal and evolve.
All Head & Heart therapists are licensed clinicians with master’s degrees, experience in diverse settings, and graduate-level supervision and internships.
We challenge ourselves to continuously learn and evolve in our role as therapeutic allies. In addition to maintaining our professional licenses and affiliations, we attend trainings in evidence-based approaches and participate in consultation regularly.
We take our work seriously and value learning, humility, and creativity when it comes to caring for our clients. We provide a safe environment, affirming relationships, and science-based therapy.
Caroline believes whole-heartedly that every person has adapted to do the best they can, often unaware of how strong they’ve been in the face of overwhelming circumstances. She sees therapy is as much an excavation as a process of growth and evolution: digging into the stories we've created about ourselves and then challenging the assumptions and interpretations we've made along the way.
The foundation of Caroline’s clinical work is a warm and authentic relationship with her clients and a deeply held conviction that healing requires restoring trust in the innate wisdom of our bodies. Her practice is rooted in a passion for helping clients achieve healthy relationships and happy, fulfilling lives. Her approach is based on research: treatments that have been proven to help people find real solutions to real problems.
Caroline has been a clinical social worker since 2009, working in the child welfare system as well as community mental health as a therapist and a clinical supervisor. She opened Head & Heart in 2018 in the hopes of creating a transformative and healthy work environment for clinicians and a place of refuge and healing for our community.
Caroline enjoys baking, board gaming, and entertaining friends and family in her home. She loves to laugh and seeks joy every day, through her relationships and her work.
Caroline looks forward to re-writing your narrative with you.
Lauren has a deep-rooted passion for supporting you in navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Her mission is to facilitate growth within a nurturing relationship. Lauren works to cultivate a safe atmosphere of trust and acceptance, where clients can openly share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. It's within this secure haven that transformative healing can take place.
With years of experience in the field, Lauren understands the unique struggles that women often face and is passionate about helping women reach their goals. She has a holistic approach that is combined with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that centers on fostering an environment where clients feel not only understood but also empowered to seize control of their lives. Guided by the belief that every individual possesses unique strengths to overcome obstacles, Lauren collaborates with clients to harness their inner resilience and discover their untapped potential.
Lauren moved back to Traverse City in 2010 after graduating with her Master’s Degree from the University of South Carolina. Lauren loves everything that Northern Michigan has to offer and she can usually be found with her husband and two kids either on the water, the ski slopes, or somewhere on the trails.
Lauren is excited to help you create the life that you are excited to live.
Whitney believes that only you are the true expert of your own life. She also understands that sometimes the most transformative change comes from a deeply vulnerable place. Through Whitney’s calm demeanor and person-centered approach, she creates a safe, kind, and compassionate space to access growth.
Whitney enjoys working with individuals going through life transitions, or who experience anxiety, depression, and/or panic. Whitney incorporates a variety of approaches, including expressive arts.
Whitney is also passionate about providing grief therapy to adults. She is a Certified Grief Counselor and specializes in Prolonged Grief Disorder. Whitney believes grief is an invitation to remember, laugh, mourn, and cry but also sees grief as an opportunity for immense individual growth. Whitney understands grief therapy can help you rediscover joy that isn’t defined by loss. Clients emerge with a new sense of hope and meaning.
Though originally from Austin, Texas, Whitney has been proud to call the Traverse City area her home since 2009. In her free time Whitney can be found roaming the beaches of Leelanau, swimming, gardening with her husband and daughter, and dabbling in a variety of creative hobbies.
Whitney is eager to help you unlock the doors that lead to healing and growth.
Cheryl's style is authentic, compassionate, curious, and directive. She believes in balancing safety and agitation for growth. Cheryl focuses on clients’ individual strengths and growth areas to determine an appropriate pace. She creates a therapeutic environment that allows you to be yourself while learning new skills, rediscovering lost ones, and connecting to something deeper within yourself.
Cheryl specializes in relationship enhancement: breaking ineffective communication cycles, preparing for transitions, and overcoming barriers to sexual intimacy. Many people have witnessed their parents' marriages fail and want to avoid those same mistakes. But without role models, we don’t know "how" to make that happen or overcorrect. Cheryl enjoys working with couples who are being proactive about their relationship and willing to put in the work to find lasting change.
Cheryl's current passion project is therapy groups utilizing Dungeons & Dragons! She'd love to nerd out about your fandoms, games, and hobbies: these can be a huge part of one’s identity. Cheryl loves helping fellow geeks learn to discover their emotions and more effectively communicate and connect. She has led many individuals through their quest to overcome depression, social anxiety, and low self-esteem.
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Cheryl completed her undergraduate work at Western Michigan University and her graduate studies at the University of Oregon. After living in Oregon and Colorado, Cheryl and her partner returned to Northern Michigan to raise their daughter closer to family and the Great Lakes.
Cheryl invites you to find the courage to live mindfully and connect fiercely.
Kristen believes that a felt sense of belonging and a consistent, empathetic relationship are the keys to resilience. She is passionate about for supporting trauma survivors. She works with clients to create an authentic relationship in which clients feel heard, accepted and supported - just as they are.
After over 20 years of clinical experience, Kristen is back in school completing her her Master's in Clinical Social Work with an added certificate in Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment. She’s worked with youth and families through a variety of programs including Juvenile Justice, Early On/HeadStart, and as a School Psychologist. Kristen believes in the profound connection between the mind and body, and integrates a deep understanding of and respect for the nervous system in her work. Her work in oncology and trauma-sensitive yoga proves a skill set that allows clients to build a foundation of breath and physical regulation in order to achieve healing and growth.
As our clinical MSW Intern, Kristen provides support to youth who have experienced traumatic events as well as caregivers who may be navigating personal or secondary trauma.
Kristen welcomes you with heart and compassion to come as you are.
JodiAnn believes that every body deserves respect, dignity and compassion and that re/building a foundation of body sovereignty is the first step on the path toward this freedom. With her clients, she co-creates a brave space for the honest exploration of the internal and external sources that disrupt our ability to be friendly and loving toward our own bodies. JodiAnn trusts every client to be the world's number one expert on their own body and life experiences and sees it as her primary duty to listen deeply, witness, and support that innate wisdom.
To help guide her clients on this journey, JodiAnn offers integrative, holistic Health At Every Size ®️ aligned Health Coaching that includes weight-neutral programming and Intuitive Eating® guidance. She re/mixes motivational interviewing, reflective dialogue, education, practical trouble-shooting, humor, compassion, arts-based expressive activities, body awareness exercises, and other techniques to meet her clients where they are and support their work in moving closer to where they would like to go.
Born in Traverse City and raised for the first part of her life in Northern Michigan, JodiAnn has lived all over Michigan and the Southwestern and Northeastern United States and for two years in Poland as a Peace Corps Volunteer. She returned to Northern Michigan in 2016 with her small family because no matter where she went, nothing ever felt more like home than Lake Michigan, and its dunes and woods.
JodiAnn invites you craft your own definition of health & reclaim body respect.
Maristela believes that human beings can harness the complexities of the mind, the wisdom of the body, and the fearlessness of the heart to regain clarity when they are hurting, feeling dissatisfied, or are confused about how to make changes. Suffering can leave us hopeless and disconnected, but it also reveals our innate capacity to wrestle with life’s multifaceted realities and possibilities. Maristela’s integrative approach guides you into wholeness, recognizing that your best qualities are who you are and who you are becoming.
As a woman of color, Maristela understands the impact of historical trauma and current social wounds inflicted on individuals, communities of color, and the world. She is aware of the need to learn about the experience of others, create safe spaces for honest discussion, address issues of oppression, and intentionally contribute to change.
Maristela has over 25 years of experience as a professor of social work and holistic practices, therapist and clinical supervisor, and consultant. She works with individuals and families and is skilled in various evidence-informed somatic and integrative approaches. She has maintained a meditation practice for over 40 years and is ordained under the Cafh Order. She is a Reiki practitioner, a Certified iRest Teacher, and speaks Portuguese and Spanish fluently. She loves to hike, backpack, and play with her two granddaughters.
Maristela welcomes you to prepare the ground and create new possibilities for a fulfilling, wholesome life.
Kaylee believes that a trusting relationship between counselor and client is the foundation for positive growth. It is important to explore the role of culture in identifying your concerns and goals for treatment. Kaylee specializes in understanding how traumatic experiences impact mental health and she focuses on providing a safe, trauma-informed healing experience.
Kaylee is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She genuinely enjoys working with, and learning from, children and adolescents ages 8-18, adult women, and families on matters such as trauma, attachment issues, family systems, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life transitions.
Born in Crested Butte, Colorado and raised in the Traverse City area, Kaylee completed her undergraduate work at Grand Valley State University and her graduate studies at the University of Colorado, Denver. She has a heart for both the mountains and the Great Lakes! Kaylee is passionate about self-growth, yoga, and time spent in nature with her border collie, Maizie.
Kaylee is eager to create a safe space for you to heal.
Jackie understands life can be overwhelming and we can find ourselves wondering "How did I get to this point?". She knows it takes courage to ask for help. Jackie’s approach is to create a relaxed, safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to become more emotionally adjusted. Recognizing the unique challenges each client experiences and identifying and building on strengths is important to Jackie. She integrates various evidence-based treatment models because she believes therapy is not one-size-fits all.
Jackie has over 15 years of experience in the helping profession in a variety of settings including residential and outpatient programs, mental health agencies, and juvenile justice programs. She specializes in working with adolescents ages 10-19 and adult women who have gone through traumatic life events, have mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, or are struggling with life transitions.
Jackie knows that change is possible and looks forward to supporting you through this process.
Chris believes that finding purpose in life is critical to happiness. This journey is unique to each person, and improving one area creates a happier, more meaningful life.
Implementing diverse approaches, Chris’ clinical work rests on a foundation of existentialism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Through this, he has witnessed clients make profound changes. Chris works with adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and substance abuse.
Born and raised in Northern Michigan, Chris recently returned to the area after working in Alaska, Vermont, and the Upper Peninsula. He is a family man who loves spending time with his two children and partner. You can often find him playing hockey and enjoying nature.
Chris looks forward to joining you on your quest for happiness, wellness, and meaning.
Isabel believes that there is no secret ingredient to living a good life. Her approach is to guide and encourage each individual to take small daily steps that will set them on the path they desire. Isabel embraces holistic methods to mental health and believes that taking care of your mind, body and soul comes as a package deal.
Isabel knows that adolescence is not for the faint of heart. She supports her teenage clients, ages 12-18, in overcoming anxiety, depression, self-harm, and relationship conflict, all while they navigate the challenges of adolescent identity development. Isabel also specializes in working with adults who have experienced complex trauma and are struggling with anxiety and depression. She practices evidence-based trauma treatment to support clients in overcoming the shadows that trauma casts over their lives and sense of self.
During her career Isabel has worked as a School Counselor for Chicago Public Schools, a Youth Services Counselor, and a Mental Health Counselor. Isabel grew up in the Traverse City area and returned with her husband to raise their three children. She loves reading and yoga. She has been meaning to get back into running since the birth of her first child…. any day now! And she is actively working through her nacho addiction.
Isabel looks forward helping you create an identity as the hero of your own story.
Tasha joined Head & Heart in 2019 as the Office Administrator. She coordinates new patient intakes, assists with scheduling and manages all aspects of billing. If you have a question about the office, she could probably answer it!
She understands that seeking help can sometimes be overwhelming and intimidating, especially if you’ve never been in therapy. When you take that step she will do her best to make you feel safe and welcomed. She understands that life is a journey filled with mountains and valleys. Sometimes we need support along the way.
Born and raised in Michigan, Tasha recently relocated to Texas and works remotely. She enjoys spending time with family, playing board games, camping and soaking up the sunshine.
Tasha looks forward to welcoming you and being part of your support team.
