Dr. Akash Kumar
Dr. Akash Kumar has lectured and taught at UM, the forensic center, and across the prison system. He has particular interests in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and personality. When needed, he will go beyond the usual 20 medications and utilize psychotherapy, labs to assess nutritional status, genetic testing, medical workups, neurological exams, and lifestyle modifications to help patients achieve their stated goals. Dr. Kumar does not see those under the age of 18.
He is in-network (and a preferred provider) with most BCBS and BCN plans, BCBS Highmark Pennsylvania, PHP, Aetna, Cigna, Priority Health, BlueCross Complete, Medicaid, McLaren and Physicians Health Plan. He is out-of-network with UHC/UBH, HAP/ASR, Beacon Health Value Options, and Magellan.
Erin Egan, LMSW
As an LMSW and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a specialty in school social work, Erin Egan, LMSW can address a broad spectrum of reasons for seeking therapy in both teenagers and adults. She has extensive experience helping clients facing end of life issues, substance abuse issues, relationship conflicts, difficulties with life transitions such as job loss and retirement, and school-related issues including bullying. She does not see those under the age of 18.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS and BCN plans. She is also in-network with Aetna, BlueCrossComplete, PHP, Medicare of MI and Priority Health. She is out-of-network with UHC/UBH, HAP/ASR, Cigna, Beacon Health Value Options, and Magellan.
Sarah J. Kruger, LCSW
Sarah Kruger, LCSW utilizes a Client-Centered approach that integrates several evidence-based therapies including; CBT, DBT, Family Systems Theory, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She has experience treating adjustment issues, anger management, anxiety disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, behavioral problems, bipolar disorders, crisis intervention, depression, divorce & co-parenting problems, domestic violence, grief & loss, parenting challenges, relational problems, substance abuse recovery & relapse prevention, and stress management. She does not see those under the age of 18.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, with most BCBS and BCN Plans, as well as Aetna, PHP, BlueCrossComplete, Medicare of MI and Priority Health. She is out-of-network with UHC/UBH, HAP/ASR, Cigna, Beacon Health Value Options, and Magellan.
Dr. Aaron Sedlar
Aaron Sedlar, PhD, has experience with a wide range of clients of diverse backgrounds and presenting problems. Dr. Sedlar primarily works with individuals with anxiety, attentional problems, and depression; however, he is also skilled in helping clients with OCD, trauma, insomnia, life stressors, and other difficulties. He uses techniques such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. He does not see those under the age of 18.
He is in-network and a preferred provider with most BCBS plan and BCN plans, UHC/UBH, as well as Aetna, Medicaid, PHP, BlueCrossComplete, Medicare of MI and Priority Health. He is out-of-network with Cigna, HAP/ASR, Beacon Health Value Options, and Magellan.
Pamela Aalto, LMSW
Pamela Aalto, LMSW obtained her Master of Social Work-Clinical tract, from Michigan State University. She has been serving persons suffering with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or emotional impairments for over 25 years. Her specialties include mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorders, and suicidal ideation; anxiety: post-traumatic stress disorder; obsessive compulsive disorders; personality disorders: borderline personality disorders; development disorders: including ADHD/ADD, grief, family, and relationship issues; substance use disorders, while practicing the ‘Stage of Change Approach’.
She believes it is important “to work together to drive your own bus to happiness” by learning how to manage people places, and activities. She does not accept patients under the age of 18.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS and BCN plans, as well as Aetna, BlueCrossComplete, PHP, Medicare of MI and Priority Health. She is out-of-network with UHC/UBH, HAP/ASR, Cigna, Beacon Health Value Options, and Magellan.
Benjamin Hadden, LLMSW
Benjamin Hadden is trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which can quickly reprocess trauma and anxiety responses and can install positive beliefs in place of negative ones. He believes that the patient is the expert on themselves and their experiences. He works to use a holistic approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help patients better identify areas they seek to improve and progress through treatment in a way that is authentic to their identities and values. He has a clinical concentration in Mental Health, and is currently practicing under a Limited License (for new Social Workers) through the state of Michigan. He does not see those under the age of 18.
He is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS plans, as well as Aetna, and PHP. He is out-of-network with HAP/ASR, Cigna, and Beacon Health Value Options. He cannot see those that have BCN or Medicaid plans.
Kristen Daniels, LMSW
Kristen Daniels is trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which can quickly reprocess trauma and anxiety responses and can install positive beliefs in place of negative ones. She is a strength based clinical social worker dedicated to serving adults. Previously she worked in hospice and with seniors in intensive outpatient treatment. She has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, leading her to be a great advocate and listener.
Her areas of specialty include grief and loss, dealing with a chronic or terminal illness, life transitions related to aging, depression, anxiety, autism, bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder, EMDR, and ADHD coaching.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS and BCN plans, as well as Priority Health, PHP, Medicaid, Medicare of MI and BlueCrossComplete.
Mary Jameson, LMSW
Mary Jameson, LMSW, has over 15 years experience in the mental and behavioral health fields, working with adolescents and adults. She specializes in a person centered approach through the use of Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused therapies along with Motivational Interviewing. Mary Jameson does not see those under the age of 13.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS and BCN plans, as well as Aetna, PHP, UHC/UBH, Priority Health, Medicare of MI, Medicaid and BlueCross Complete. She is out-of-network with HAP/ASR, Cigna, and Magellan.
Rachel Thompson, LLMSW
Working in diverse populations most specific to trauma, anger management, cognitive behavioral issues, abuse and acute mental health, Rachel is willing to help others learn to understand how to cope with their mental health and their needs. She is passionate about helping to work with populations to teach specific skills for understanding trauma, abuse, PTSD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, and those who have been part of the criminal justice system, specifically CSC. She is trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and has ADHD certification.
Everyone struggles within their environment, school or work related. Rachel can help others learn to find ways to adapt when life becomes challenging, cope with past and present issues and learn to refocus on what is important to them.
Rachel does not see those under the age of 18.
She is in-network, and a preferred provider, for most BCBS plans, as well as Aetna, and PHP. She is out-of-network with HAP/ASR, Cigna, and Beacon Health Value Options. She cannot see those that have BCN or Medicaid plans.