Therapy for Depression & Mood Disorders
Regain Stability, Energy & Emotional Resilience
Healing Starts Here.
When your emotions feel unpredictable or overwhelming, it can impact every aspect of life—your relationships, your ability to focus, your motivation, and even your sense of self. Depression, mood swings, and persistent emotional lows are not simply a matter of feeling sad or unmotivated; they are often deeply rooted in how your nervous system processes stress, how past experiences have shaped your emotional patterns, and how your brain regulates energy and emotions. These struggles can leave you feeling disconnected, drained, or stuck in cycles that seem impossible to break.
At Michigan Wellbeing, we recognize that depression and mood disorders are complex, but healing is possible. Our approach to therapy goes beyond managing symptoms—we help you understand the deeper emotional, cognitive, and physiological factors at play while equipping you with real strategies to regain stability and resilience. Whether you experience persistent low moods, emotional ups and downs, or feel disconnected from yourself and those around you, our therapy is designed to help you break free from these patterns, reclaim your energy, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.
How We Approach Depression & Mood Disorders
Healing from depression and mood challenges isn’t just about feeling “better”—it’s about creating real, sustainable change in how you experience and engage with the world. Our therapy process is rooted in a whole-person approach, addressing not just thoughts and behaviors but the nervous system, relationships, and underlying emotional patterns.
Understanding Your Emotional Landscape — We work with you to identify the emotional, relational, and environmental factors influencing your mood. This includes recognizing patterns of negative self-talk, exploring the impact of past experiences, and understanding how your body holds onto stress and emotions.
Regulating the Nervous System — Chronic stress, unresolved trauma, and emotional overwhelm can keep your nervous system in a state of dysregulation, making it difficult to feel grounded and emotionally stable. Through somatic therapy, mindfulness techniques, and polyvagal-informed interventions, we help you restore balance, reduce emotional reactivity, and develop a sense of internal safety.
Strengthening Emotional Resilience — We don’t just help you “cope”—we help you build resilience. Using evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic exploration, we guide you in shifting unhelpful thought patterns, developing emotional flexibility, and reconnecting with what brings meaning and joy into your life.
Breaking Cycles of Isolation & Disconnection — Depression and mood disorders often make it difficult to reach out for support, maintain relationships, or feel truly understood. Through relational therapy and attachment-based approaches, we help you navigate relationship struggles, rebuild trust in yourself and others, and cultivate deeper, more meaningful connections.
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Meet the Team
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George Khamis, MA, LLP
Therapist & Clinic Director
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Ashley Legel, MSW, LCSW
Therapist & Supervisor
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Jazminne Silva, LLSW
Therapist
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Esther Guak, LLMSW
Therapist
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Chloe Mitchell, LLMSW
Therapist
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Sonia Khaleel, LLMSW
Therapist
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Courtney Hall, LLMSW
Therapist
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Matt Nieto, LLPC
Therapist
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Dr. Jeffrey Karp, LP
Supervisor
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Christy Stiles, LLMSW
Therapist
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Emily Thomas, LMSW
Supervisor
Types of Mood Disorders We Support
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) – Persistent low mood, fatigue, lack of motivation, and difficulty finding joy.
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) – Chronic feelings of sadness or emptiness that linger over time.
Bipolar Disorder & Mood Instability – Navigating cycles of emotional highs and lows while building tools for regulation.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – Managing seasonal mood changes and developing supportive strategies.
Depression & Anxiety Overlap – Addressing the complex relationship between worry, fear, and persistent low mood.
What To Expect From Therapy at Michigan Wellbeing
A Thoughtful, Individualized Approach – Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. We take the time to understand your experiences, your history, and the ways you relate to yourself and others.
A Whole-Person Perspective – We integrate relational therapy, somatic work, self-regulation techniques, and evidence-based interventions to address challenges from multiple angles.
Practical Tools for Everyday Life – Therapy is not just about insight—it’s about gaining the tools and strategies to navigate emotions, relationships, and daily life with confidence.
Deep, Root-Cause Healing – Instead of just managing symptoms, we work to understand and shift underlying patterns so that real, lasting change can happen.
A Flexible, Evolving Process – As you grow, your therapy evolves with you. We adjust the approach based on what’s working, ensuring that each session remains impactful and aligned with your needs.
💡Therapy is about more than just coping—it’s about building a stronger, more resilient, and more connected version of yourself. Whatever challenges you’re facing, we are here to help you move through them with care, expertise, and a truly integrative approach to healing.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
Depression and mood challenges don’t have to define your life. With the right support, it is possible to rediscover hope, reconnect with yourself, and create a life that feels more fulfilling and aligned.
Insurance, Fees & Access
We're a fully virtual practice, so you can meet with us from wherever you are in Michigan.
In-network: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna and Priority Health.
UnitedHealthcare and HAP PPO are coming soon. We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
Self-pay: $165–185 for a 53-minute therapy session, depending on clinician credentials. Ask us about sliding-scale options if cost is a concern.
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Contact Us
If you’re interested in therapy, we invite you to get started here. You can explore our therapists, request a consultation, and find care that fits your needs.
Our sessions are virtual, so you can work with us from anywhere in Michigan.
Prefer Another Way to Connect?
Email info@miwellbeing.org or call/text (248) 266-5775.
You’re also welcome to send us a message using the form below. We look forward to connecting with you.
In the context of integrative relational psychotherapy, the therapeutic relationship serves as a dynamic space where past and present intersect, allowing clients to explore and transform deep-seated patterns. This process fosters self-awareness, emotional resilience, and authentic connections, guiding individuals toward meaningful change and personal growth.
FAQs
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For therapy services, we currently accept most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, including BCBS Federal Employee Program, Blue Care Network, Aetna, and Priority Health Insurance. For individuals that are out-of-network we are able to provide you with a superbill for reimbursement. Out-of-pocket costs start at $145 a session.
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MI Wellbeing offers therapy services through telehealth which can be done through your phone or computer in the comfort of your own home. Therapy services can occasionally include home visits, office visits, or nature-based Walk & Talk Sessions. Therapy clients must be physically located in MI. Coaching services are offered to individuals who do not reside in MI.
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To schedule an appointment with MI Wellbeing, click the ‘Book Now” button at the top of this page. Additionally, texting our phone number or emailing us is the fastest way to reach us.