What if I have never been to therapy before?

That is completely okay. Many clients come to Ephphatha Counseling for their very first counseling experience. Dr. Shannon creates a warm, judgment-free space to help you feel comfortable from the very first session, with no pressure and no expectation that you already know what to say.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Yes. Research shows virtual therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions for many concerns, including anxiety, relationship stress, and life transitions. Ephphatha Counseling provides the same level of personalized, attentive care through secure virtual sessions.

Virtual Counseling for Detroit, Lansing & Grand Rapids

Ephphatha
In Aramaic it means
"be opened" or
"be healed"

You do not have to carry everything alone.

You were built to withstand the trials you have faced and are facing. There is hope, and you already have strength within you. Through counseling, we will uncover it together.

Ephphatha Counseling provides customized therapy, counseling, and conflict resolution for clients who need a safe place to talk, heal, communicate, and feel supported.

Led by Dr. Shannon Nwaka, PhD, Ephphatha Counseling serves clients virtually across Michigan, including Detroit, Livonia, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield, Farmington Hills, Redford, Westland, Novi, and surrounding communities.

Sessions are available virtually.

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Client Services

Ephphatha Counseling offers virtual counseling for women, teens, and individuals at every stage of their healing journey. Dr. Shannon provides thoughtful, personalized support shaped around what you are actually going through.

Heal From Within

Individual Counseling for Women

A space to explore your emotions, relationships, and personal healing process, without explaining yourself to everyone around you. Sessions are about 50 minutes, with a customized, non-cookie-cutter approach.

Best fit for: Women navigating overwhelm, relationships, life transitions, and personal healing.

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Growing Up Is Hard

Teen Counseling for Girls

Down-to-earth, age-appropriate support for young ladies ages 8 to 17 navigating family, friendships, and big emotions. Sessions are about 45 minutes.

Best fit for: Girls and teens who need a safe space to talk through what they're feeling.

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Hard Conversations Made Easier

Conflict Resolution Counseling

A guided space for two individuals to slow down, be heard, and work toward healthier communication. Sessions are about 50 minutes.

Best fit for: Two individuals navigating conflict, communication breakdowns, or unresolved hurt.

Work It Out

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Family Is Complicated

Mother-in-Law and Daughter-in-Law Resolution

A guided space for honest conversation and healing within the family system, when relationships feel deeply meaningful and deeply complicated.

Best fit for: Mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law navigating conflict and seeking family healing.

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For Existing Clients

Emotional Support Animal Letters

Available after at least two individual therapy sessions, once eligibility for an ESA letter is clinically assessed.

Best fit for: Clients seeking professional assessment and documentation for emotional support animal needs.

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Insurance and Private Pay

Ephphatha Counseling accepts BCBS, Blue Care Network, Aetna, Maclaren-Medicaid, Blue Cross Complete, Carelon, and Cigna.

Insurance coverage may vary by service. Please contact Ephphatha Counseling to confirm coverage, session type, and availability before beginning services.

Frequently asked questions

Getting Started First-Time Clients

Practical Logistics

Services Who It's For

Therapist Services in Michigan

Therapists, counselors, and helping professionals need support too.

In addition to counseling clients, Dr. Shannon Nwaka, PhD provides support for therapists, future counselors, and mental health professionals seeking supervision, mentorship, or a confidential space to process their own lives and work.

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Supervision Services

Supervision services are available virtually for Limited Licensed Professional Counselors in Michigan working toward full LPC licensure. Individual and group supervision options are available, with space to consult, grow, and develop alongside a credentialed LPC supervisor. Once hours are complete, Dr. Shannon will assist with the necessary paperwork to apply for full licensure with the State of Michigan.

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Therapy for the Therapist

Are you a therapist in need of therapy? Whether it is for your personal life or the weight of showing up for others every day, you deserve a safe place to air out your heart too. Dr. Shannon provides a confidential virtual space for mental health professionals to be supported, heard, and cared for.

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Therapist Mentorship

Looking to start your own practice or strengthen the one you have? This 3-session virtual mentorship bundle starts with a free consultation to learn your goals and where you are in your journey. From there Dr. Shannon develops three custom enrichment sessions built around what you actually need. Topics include LLC and business incorporation, business finances, passive income, marketing, insurance and private pay, telehealth, and more.

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Grow Your Private Practice

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Are you ready
to get started?

I'M READY