Meet the Staff
Director
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
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
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
Dr. Kimberly Stokes-Mason
Limited Licensed Psychologist
Education: Wayne State University PhD in Counseling Psychology, Wayne State University MA in Counseling Psychology, Howard University M.Ed in Elementary Education, Howard University BA in English
Clinical Interests: Racial identity development, CPTSD/intergenerational trauma and healing, culturally-grounded care, religion and spirituality, depression, anxiety, life transitions, international students, relational concerns, couple's therapy and clinical supervision and training
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, multicultural feminist, relational cultural, person-centered, somatic techniques, family systems and attachment, and motivational interviewing
Pronouns: she/her/hers
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
Jerrard M. Wheeler
Limited License Masters Social Worker
Education: Master's of Social Work from the University of Michigan, Bachelor's of Science in Environmental Biology from Western Michigan University.
Clinical Interests: Men of color, people of color, marginalized lived experiences, lgbtq+ lived experiences, intersections of oppressed identities, trauma and healing, interpersonal relationships and conflict, racial identity development, global experiences, self-esteem/motivation.
Theoretical Orientation: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, person-centered, person-in-environment, groups.
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Kali Rickertsen
Doctoral Counseling Psychology Trainee
Degree/License: Kali Rickertsen – Doctoral Student in Counseling Psychology - Doctoral Limited License
Psychologist
Education: I completed my bachelors degree in psychology at The University of Iowa, followed by a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan. I am currently working towards a doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology at Wayne State University.
Clinical Interests: My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, personality dynamics, interpersonal
relationships, and couples work.
Theoretical Interests: Integrative, Psychodynamic, Humanistic.
Pronouns: She/her
Dennis Brown
Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee
Name and degree/license: Dennis Brown, MA, TLLP
Education: Michigan School of Psychology
Clinical Interests: Working with the emerging adult population undergoing intergenerational trauma, exploring emotional awareness, developing positive coping skills, and fostering an enriching, meaningful life.
Theoretical Orientation: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Pronouns: He, Him
Tre’si Ingram Jolley
Doctoral Clinical Psychology Trainee
Name and degree/license: Tre’si Ingram Jolley M.A, TLLP
Education: I graduated with both my B.A in Psychology and M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University.
Clinical Interests: I am passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to healing and self-discovery. I take an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs and goals. I have experience working with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and relationship challenges, providing a safe space for growth and empowerment.
Theoretical Orientation: Existential, Multicultural
Pronouns: she/her
Briana McLeod
Master of Clinical Psychology Trainee
Name and degree/license: Briana McLeod, BA in Psychology
Education: I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Detroit Mercy. I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Windsor.
Clinical Interests: Anxiety, Trauma, Relational and Attachment concerns, Academic and Life Stressors, Body Image and Self-Esteem Concerns.
Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, Interpersonal Process Theory, Person-Centered, Trauma Informed, Attachment-Based, Integrative.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Lauren Dioszegi
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology Trainee
Name and degree/license: Lauren Dioszegi, BA in Psychology
Education: I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology at Eastern Michigan University. I graduated from Siena Heights University in 2025 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Clinical Interests: Trauma and trauma-related concerns, psychological testing and assessment, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), adjustment concerns, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, and athlete mental health.
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative (Psychodynamic & Humanistic)
Pronouns: she/her
Office Staff
Janet Vasquez
Administrative Assistant
Education: BA in Psychology from University of Michigan-Dearborn
Pronouns: she/her/hers