Meet the Staff

Director

Sara Byczek
Dr. Sara Byczek

Dr. Sara Byczek

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Education: Indiana State University PhD in Counseling Psychology, Illinois State University MS in Clinical Counseling Psychology, University of Michigan-Dearborn BA in Psychology

Clinical Interests: Trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, Gender related concerns, Anti-racism work and advocacy 

Theoretical Orientation: Interpersonal Process Theory/Feminist Theory  

 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Assistant Director

Charles Starkman
Dr. Charles Starkman

Dr. Charles Starkman

Licensed Clinical Psychologist 

Education: Adler University, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology 

University of Michigan BA in Psychology and Art History

Clinical Interests:  Eating disorders and body image concerns, PTSD/Trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, Relational concerns, Anxiety disorders, Self-injury, Clinical supervision and training, Psychological testing and assessments

Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, Cognitive-Behavioral, Third-Wave Behavioral, Interpersonal Process

Pronouns: he/his/him

Clinical Staff

Lusine Hambardzumyan
Lusine Hambardzumyan, LLP

Lusine Hambardzumyan

Limited Licensed Psychologist 

Education: University of Detroit Mercy, MA in Clinical Psychology  

Yerevan State University, MS in Psychology with Specialization in Medical Psychology

Clinical Interests:  Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Developmental issues, Adjustment/Life transitions, Multicultural/Diversity issues, Mind/Body connection, Psychosomatic conditions, Mindfulness, Relational concerns  

Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, Culturally Sensitive, Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Cognitive Behavioral

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Tracy Gallardo
Tracy Gallardo

Tracy Gallardo

Licensed Masters Social Worker 

Education: Wayne State University-Masters in Social work

University of Detroit Mercy-Bachelors in Social worker, Minor in Women and gender studies. 

Clinical Interests: Anxiety, grief & loss, depression, self-esteem, trauma, marginalized/minority populations through a cultural lens, and community outreach and engagement.

Theoretical Orientation: CBT, TF-CBT, Trauma informed, motivational interviewing, psychotherapy, and interpersonal 

Pronouns: she/her/hers/ella

Languages: English and Spanish

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El'Verson Mitchell, LLMSW

El'Verson Mitchell

Limited License Masters Social Worker 

Education: University of Michigan, MSW Interpersonal Practice Concentration Albion College, BA in Psychology, Sociology/Anthropology Minor 

Clinical Interests: Student-Athletes, Trauma, Anxiety, Obsessions-Compulsions, Stress management, Anger management, Interpersonal, Grief

Theoretical orientation: Adlerian, Rational Emotive Behavioral, Relational Cultural, Cognitive, Positive Psychology, Attachment Theory

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Maria Christoff
Maria Christoff

Maria Christoff

Licensed Clinical Psychologist 

Education: University of Detroit Mercy, PhD in Clinical Psychology. University of Michigan, BA in Biological Anthropology.

Clinical Interests:  Neurodiversity, queer and transgender issues, populations of the global majority, Latinx, identity development, sex therapy, clinical supervision, advocacy.  

Theoretical Orientation: Intersectional feminist, psychodynamic, multicultural, empowerment-based, psychoeducational, cognitive-behavioral.

Pronouns: she/her

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Manda Harp

Manda Harp

Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee

Name and degree/license: Manda Harp, MA, TLLP
Education: PsyD Student – Michigan School of Psychology; MA in Clinical Psychology –
Michigan School of Psychology; BA in Psychology – University of Michigan – Dearborn
Clinical Interests: Trauma, Multicultural/Diversity Issues, Adjustment/Life Transitions,
Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Existential Issues, and Relational Issues
Theoretical Orientation: Humanistic-Existential, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive
Processing Therapy, Trauma Informed. Manda can conduct therapy in Arabic.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Mary Pendleton
Mary Pendleton

Mary Pendleton

Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee

Name and degree/license: Mary Pendleton, MA TLLP
Education: I received my master’s in clinical psychology from the Michigan School of
Psychology and I am currently a 3rd year doctoral student at the Michigan School of Psychology.
Clinical Interests: Anxiety, grief & loss, navigating emerging adulthood, and
multicultural/diversity issues.
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, psychodynamic, CBT and DBT.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

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Barbara Bruno

Barbara Bruno

Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee

Name and degree/license: Barbara A. Bruno, MA, DTLLP
Education: I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology in 2022 from the Michigan
School of Psychology (MSP). I am currently enrolled in my third year of the PsyD Clinical
Psychology at Michigan School of Psychology.
Clinical Interests: My clinical interests are working with anxiety, depression, adjustment
disorders and personality disorders.
Theoretical Orientation: I have a psychodynamically-informed cognitive approach that is
integrated with neuropsychology.
Pronouns: she/her/hers

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Leila Bazzi

Leila Bazzi

Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee

Name and degree/license: Leila Bazzi, Master's degree in Clinical Psychology.
Education: I completed my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of Michigan- Dearborn in 2020, followed by a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at the Michigan School of Psychology in 2021. I am currently advancing my studies at MSP, working towards a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology.
Clinical Interests: My clinical focus is on assisting diverse populations coping with challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) forms the foundation of my theoretical approach.
Pronouns: she/her/hers

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Alex Smith

Alex Smith

Masters of Clinical Psychology Trainee

Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Eastern Michigan University), General Clinical Psychology Master Student (Eastern Michigan University)

Clinical Interests: LGBTQ issues and gender concerns, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma

Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, Cognitive-Behavioral, Third Wave Behavioral Therapies

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Office Staff

Janet Vasquez
Janet Vasquez

Janet Vasquez

Administrative Assistant

Education:  BA in Psychology from University of Michigan-Dearborn

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Counseling and Psychological Services

2157 - James C. Renick University Center
4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128
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Phone: 313-593-5430
Fax: 313-593-3263