Hello! I'm Ivy, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I believe that every person has strengths they may not yet recognize and an incredible capacity for growth, even when life has convinced them otherwise. I am deeply passionate about understanding the human experience and helping people make sense of the challenges that have shaped them. Many of the struggles we experience today make sense when we understand where they came from. I believe lasting change happens when we move beyond simply managing symptoms and begin understanding the patterns, experiences, and beliefs that have shaped how we see ourselves, others, and the world. My goal is to help clients recognize their own resilience, find their voice, and move through life with greater confidence, purpose, and connection. Having overcome significant challenges in my own life, I understand how difficult change can be. I also believe that healing isn't about erasing the past—it's about understanding it well enough that it no longer dictates the choices we make today. I strive to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and challenged as you create meaningful, lasting change.