Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Ann Arbor, MI
Timber Creek Counseling is a dedicated mental health practice committed to promoting wellness and dignity for adults, children, couples, and families. Our approach emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized care tailored to each client's unique needs. With locations in Ann Arbor and Chelsea, Michigan, we provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Our multidisciplinary team combines diverse expertise to deliver comprehensive care, prioritizing community engagement, inclusivity, and cultural humility.We work with major insurance providers to ensure accessible mental healthcare while maintaining a focus on clinical excellence and client-centered outcomes. Through individual, couples, family, and group counseling, we address issues ranging from anxiety and depression to relationship challenges and trauma. Our values-driven practice fosters healing justice and systemic equity in mental health services.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Counseling
Family Counseling
Youth Counseling
Teletherapy
Group Counseling
Speaking Engagements
Clinical Consultation
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma-informed care for clients aged 5-95 with 20+ years of combined clinical experience
- We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, and 5+ major insurance plans as in-network providers
- Our evidence-based approach integrates research-proven interventions with personalized treatment plans
- We maintain 98% client satisfaction through culturally humble, strengths-focused therapeutic relationships
- We offer teletherapy access across Michigan with HIPAA-compliant video sessions
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions create a safe space for adults and adolescents to explore mental health challenges. Through evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices, clients develop personalized coping strategies. Our therapists work collaboratively to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions while respecting each person's unique background and experiences.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication patterns and rebuilding trust between partners. Our specialized therapists guide couples through conflict resolution, intimacy building, and co-parenting strategies. The structured 20-session program includes assessment phases and maintenance check-ins to ensure lasting relationship improvements through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Youth Counseling
Our youth counseling services address emotional and behavioral challenges for children and adolescents. Using age-appropriate techniques like play therapy and school-based interventions, we help young clients develop emotional regulation skills. The program specifically addresses academic stress, social challenges, and family dynamics while involving parents in the therapeutic process when appropriate.
Teletherapy
Teletherapy provides accessible mental health care through secure video sessions using HIPAA-compliant platforms. This service maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person sessions while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling challenges or geographic limitations. Available for individual, couples, and family therapy sessions across Michigan.
Clinical Consultation
Our clinical consultation services support mental health professionals and organizations through expert guidance on complex cases. We provide supervision for clinicians, consultation for medical professionals, and mental health education for schools and nonprofits. The service focuses on improving treatment outcomes and reducing systemic barriers in mental healthcare delivery.
People
Melissa Cuthbert
Executive Director
Melissa Cuthbert leads operations with 15+ years in mental health administration. Her MBA and clinical background ensure efficient service delivery while maintaining therapeutic integrity across all programs.
Dr. Andrew Cuthbert
Clinical Director
Dr. Andrew Cuthbert oversees clinical programs with expertise in trauma treatment and evidence-based therapies. He ensures all services maintain rigorous clinical standards and research-backed effectiveness.
Stephanie Germain
Associate Director
Stephanie Germain coordinates counseling services with specialized training in adolescent mental health. Her LPC credential and community focus enhance accessibility and cultural competence in client care.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and youth counseling, teletherapy, group sessions, speaking engagements, and clinical consultation services.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we are in-network providers for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, and several Michigan-based insurance plans.
Is teletherapy available?
Yes, we offer secure video therapy sessions through HIPAA-compliant platforms for clients across Michigan.
How long are counseling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended options available for specialized programs like couples counseling assessments.
What happens during first couples counseling session?
The initial session includes joint meeting, followed by individual partner sessions and treatment planning during the fourth session.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
While we focus on insurance-based services, we can discuss payment options during your initial consultation if needed.
