Your Providers
Dr. Andrea
PhD, Founder
I created The Help Couch to facilitate positive change for individuals and couples. Intimate relationships, parenting, growing up, work, school, and social commitments - we understand how trying everyday life can be when things are out of balance. You are not alone in your challenges and you do not have to carry the weight by yourself. Together we will cultivate greater confidence, build richer, more intimate and fulfilling relationships and improve your feelings and behaviors.
Specializing in self-worth, intimate relationships, and family systems, our approach helps individuals and couples overcome conflicts and keep passion alive. We help people conquer problematic behaviors and improve mental health and functioning.
I care deeply about my work and the people we see. I have strived to hire a great group of therapists while creating a practice based on honesty, integrity, and empathy. Our style is warm and non-judgmental, and the therapeutic approach is tailored to meet your needs. We look forward to joining you on your path to well-being.
Alexa Lepsetz
LMSW
Life is full of changes and transitions. It is my goal that clients feel comfortable discussing their individual circumstances and concerns in an emotionally safe and non-judgmental environment.
Whatever the issue, whether it is:
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managing symptoms of anxiety and depression
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work stress
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grief and loss
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relationship challenges with family/significant others/friends
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the transition to adulthood for young adults
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gender identity challenges and transitions
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maternal and paternal mental health (such as fertility issues, miscarriage/perinatal loss, the transition into parenthood and parenting challenges),
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or other concerns unique to you.
We will work together to help you cope and manage. I use a variety of approaches to individualize care when working with clients. My intention is to help clients develop their own healthy tools and coping skills to allow them to reach their goals.
Dr. Binh
LMFT
I am here to witness, listen, and assist you in the process of understanding what you are struggling with. Be it the stressors you are currently encountering or the hardships and heartaches you have experienced in your life, I am here to focus on and assist with your needs. I am here to be your helper in understanding and coping with your depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, and family issues. I am here to talk about work - family balance, family roles stress, parenting, marriage and divorce, grief/loss, addiction, and other challenges.
I utilize Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Dynamics/Systems, Culturally Informed, Intergenerational Therapy, and Client Centered Therapy Models for individuals, couples, and families. I am LGBTQ friendly. I have worked as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the past 10 plus years.
Please join me at The Help Couch to gain insight, learn how to heal, and become empowered. The next step is easy. Just give The Help Couch a call or text and a friendly scheduler will answer any questions you have as well as schedule an appointment.
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Ashlen Michalski
LMSW
For Parents of Teenagers
You want to see your child happy, confident, and thriving. But lately, it might feel like they're withdrawing, struggling with big emotions, or facing pressures you can't quite pinpoint. You're looking for an experienced therapist whom you can trust to connect with your teenager and provide meaningful support. I can help with that. As both a therapist and a high school counselor, I am deeply embedded in the daily lives and experiences of teenagers. I witness firsthand the academic pressures, social anxieties, identity questions, and family dynamics that shape their world. This unique insight helps me build trust, connect, and help your child in an authentic, non-judgmental way.
For Young Adults (Ages 18-30)
Navigating your twenties is a time of intense pressure and uncertainty. You’re building a career, managing complex relationships, and figuring out who you want to be, all while feeling like you're supposed to have it all together. If you're feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed by stress, I’m here with the intent to help you sort through the noise and find your footing. My expertise and training provides me with a thorough understanding of the formative years that shape our adult lives. Together, we can explore the roots of current challenges, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
All Clients
I create a supportive and confidential space—an invaluable opportunity for you (or your teen) to feel heard and understood without fear. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults with:
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anxiety and depression management
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stress and burnout coping strategies
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processing grief and loss
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improving relationships (peers, family, partners)
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navigating significant life transitions
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healing from trauma
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support for living with ADHD
Emily Silver
LMSW
If your life has been impacted by depression and anxiety and your struggle has affected your life at home, school, or work, let’s talk!
I’m Emily and through my training and experience I have developed a passion for and specialization in helping people mitigate and overcome the adverse influence depression and anxiety can have on us. By working together, you will learn coping strategies, problem solving skills, and successful ways to reframe your anxious and negative thinking. These skills can aid in strengthening your confidence, communication, and ability to manage stressful situations.
Does your adult ADHD further complicate things? Utilizing a strength-based approach to life we can establish strategies for organization, managing issues of procrastination and avoidance. In practice, I utilize a down to earth, client centric approach that creates effective and practical solutions you can use.
Kathryn Shallow
LPC
Welcome! Are you struggling with life’s challenges? Would you like support in navigating mood, emotional expression, or connecting your past to your present and making sense of that bridge? I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental safe space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings, identify strengths and limitations, and work towards goals. I believe that each person has the capacity for growth and healing, and I am committed to helping clients develop the resilience and skills needed to thrive.
Are you preparing for or have you undergone weight loss surgery (including bariatric revision surgery)? It is often underestimated how integral the mental and emotional components of WLS are in the lifelong post-op journey. I specialize in therapy aimed at helping clients work through weight regain, transfer addiction, relationship to food, and healing trauma.
Additionally, I hold PMH-C certification which means I have specialty training in the assessment, support, and treatment of those who wish to begin a family, who are pregnant, or are in the postpartum period. My expertise along with my passion for this facet of life provides me the tools and understanding to support you while we explore the depth, complexity, and newness of emotions that often arise throughout the perinatal experience.
The next step is simple, just reach out and contact us. The administrative staff would be happy to answer any questions you may have as well as help you schedule your first session.
Stephanie Stasiak LMSW ACSW
Hi, I'm Stephanie. I've spent the last 35 years dedicated to helping people improve their mental well-being. Before entering private practice, I served as the Director of Behavioral Health for the Western Wayne Family Health Center. My experience enables me to identify a wide range of mental health challenges and effectively implement personalized treatment strategies to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve goals.
I work with adults facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, substance use disorders, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, and client centered. We’ll do the work together and create a plan that aligns with your needs and ambitions.
I'm committed to providing an environment where you readily explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. To accommodate your schedule, I offer some evening and weekend virtual appointments. If you're ready to take the next step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life, I invite you to reach out.
Sunanda Mishra TLLP
I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. I have received extensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems theory, and multicultural counseling.
My unique cultural perspective, shaped by my upbringing in India, allows me to sensitively address the diverse needs of my clients. My areas of specialization include family and relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, and cultural adjustment issues.
You will find that in my practice, I emphasize empathy, empowerment, and collaborative goal-setting. I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you to achieve mental health and wellness, regardless of your background or challenges
Nathaniel McClure
CLC
My role as a relationship coach is to help you and your partner build a stronger, more satisfying future together. My approach is solution-focused and present-oriented. While therapy often delves into the "why" behind relationship issues, my coaching emphasizes the "how" of moving forward. Together, we will focus on developing stronger communication skills, setting clear relationship goals, and creating practical strategies to navigate challenges effectively.
Our work together unfolds as we identify and process your individual and shared patterns. In our sessions, I'll serve as your referee, strategist, sounding board, and confidant, striving to empower both of you to speak and listen effectively. I will help you develop the tools and insights necessary to navigate your specific challenges and strengthen your connection. Together, we will work toward building the kind of relationship you both understand and, most importantly, want.
Curious to see if "relationship coaching" might be a good fit for you?