Now Accepting New Clients

Be your best self

Are you struggling to build meaningful relationships or feeling stuck in patterns that leave you unfulfilled? Do you want to break free from self-doubt and have more joy?

Rest on the couch and let yourself grow.

Professional, compassionate counseling for individuals, couples, and families in Michigan. In-person and telehealth appointments available.

We specialize in
  • Attachment Issues
  • Anxiety & Chronic Stress
  • Depression & Grief
  • Relationship and Intimacy Problems
  • Multicultural & Faith Based Issues
  • Clinical Therapist Development

Ready for real change?

One call is all it takes.

313-205-2241


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About us

A Space to Heal & Grow

At Couch Therapies LLC, our licensed therapists are here to guide individuals, couples, and families through a meaningful journey of self-discovery and growth. We make finding the right therapist refreshingly straightforward. It starts with a free phone consultation where we get to know you and understand what you need. From there, we'll match you with a therapist who's the right fit for your unique needs.

Our therapists partner with you to set and achieve your goals. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, a crisis of faith or cultural identity, we can help. Using a person-centered, integrated, evidence-based approach we'll work with you to build effective communication skills and a stronger sense of self.

Furthermore, we understand connection with your therapist is important. If it doesn't feel quite right let us know. We'll find you someone better suited — no questions asked.

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The team
Our Clinicians

Each therapist brings their own background, approach, and specialties. Find the right fit for you.

Marcie Kansou Accepting clients
Marcie Kansou
Founder · Licensed Professional Counselor

Marcie helps individuals and couples break free from self-doubt, heal attachment wounds, and build more joyful, connected lives using an integrative, culturally sensitive approach. Her expertise in attachment-based therapy, trauma recovery, intimacy/sexuality issues and multicultural counseling brings deep clinical knowledge and a person-centered approach to every session.

M.A. Master of Arts in Counseling · Spring Arbor University (CACREP Accredited)

B.A. Communications & Spanish – Eastern Michigan University

Trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Infant Mental Health and Supervision of limited licensed counselors.

AnxietyTraumaCouplesIntimacyAttachmentMulticultural
English · Spanish
Sameer Ali Accepting clients
Sameer Ali
Limited Licensed Counselor

Sameer works with individuals, couples and families navigating cultural adjustment/identity, emotional stress, and life transitions. He brings a warm, multicultural approach that is supportive and non-judgmental where clients feel genuinely heard.

M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling · University of the Cumberlands (CACREP Accredited)

M.A. Religious Studies · Stanford University

B.A. · Rutgers University

DepressionStressIdentityMulticulturalCouplesFaith & CultureGrief
English · Urdu
For Professionals
Our Supervisors

Our supervisors support the development of emerging clinicians with guidance, expertise, and care.

Amanda Cooksy-Osorio
Amanda Cooksy-Osorio
LMSW Supervisor
Accepting supervisees

Amanda Cooksy-Osorio, LMSW brings over 20 years of front-line clinical experience to her supervisory work. As Clinical Director of Biomed Behavioral Health Services, with locations in Roseville and Flint, Michigan, Amanda has built her career working with individuals, couples, and families navigating mental health concerns, substance use disorders, co-occurring conditions, and crisis intervention. That breadth of experience means supervisees benefit not just from theory, but from hard-won clinical wisdom. Amanda's approach to supervision centers on the professional relationship itself. She creates a space of mutual respect where clinicians feel safe to ask hard questions, sit with uncertainty, and develop the critical thinking skills that lead to lasting professional growth. Curiosity is not just welcomed in her supervision — it is the starting point.

Marcie Kansou
Marcie Kansou
LPC Supervisor
Accepting supervisees

Marcie Kansou is an experienced therapist with a distinguished career spanning many years in clinical practice. As a clinical and reflective supervisor, she creates space for practitioners to slow down, examine their work with honesty, and grow with intention. She has a particular gift for helping clinicians develop their skills in case conceptualization — guiding them to think more deeply about the full picture of a client's world, history, and presenting concerns in order to shape more effective, attuned treatment. Central to her supervisory practice is her ability to help clinicians recognize and work skillfully with transference and countertransference dynamics. Marcie believes that this self-awareness is not a distraction from clinical work — it is the work.

What we treat
Services

Our team collectively covers a wide range of concerns — individual, relational, and cultural.

Individual therapy

Individual therapy

One-on-one sessions focused on your personal goals — whether managing anxiety, healing from trauma, building self-esteem, or navigating life transitions.

Couples therapy

Couples therapy

Strengthen your relationship through improved communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and deeper emotional connection with your partner.

Family therapy

Family therapy

Address family conflict, intergenerational patterns, and relational dynamics in a structured environment that promotes healing for the whole family.

Group therapy

Group therapy

Connect with others facing similar challenges. Group sessions foster community, shared growth, and the understanding that you are not alone.

Professional Development

Professional Development

Learn about case conceptualization and therapeutic techniques by joining group or individual supervision. We offer supervision with fully licensed LPC or LMSW for LLPC's and LMSW's as well as training on a variety of topics.

Coverage
Insurance

We work with most major Michigan insurance providers. Contact us to verify your benefits.

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Priority Health
Self-pay / sliding scale
Out-of-network superbills

Self Pay

No insurance? No problem. If you don't have insurance or your provider isn't listed, you can always pay as you go. Here are our standard rates.

Individual

Serving individuals ages 12–120.

Intake $150
Sessions $120

Per 55 minute session

Couples

Serving those dating, partnered, or married.

Intake $175
Sessions $145

Per 55 minute session

Family

Serving all forms of families including single parent, multiple parent, and multi-generational households.

Intake $200
Sessions $170

Per 55 minute session

We also offer sliding scale payments for a limited number of clients experiencing economic hardship. Contact us for more information 313-205-2241.

Resources
Mental Health Resources

You don't have to wait for your next session to get support. These resources are here for you anytime.

🆘Crisis & Emergency

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or immediately reach out to one of the crisis hotlines below.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 — available 24/7
988lifeline.org →
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 — available 24/7
crisistextline.org →
NAMI Helpline
Call 1-800-950-6264 — Mon–Fri, 10am–10pm ET
nami.org/help →
Domestic Violence Hotline
Call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788
thehotline.org →
SAMHSA Helpline
Call 1-800-662-4357 — free, confidential, 24/7
samhsa.gov →
Michigan Crisis & Access Line (MiCAL)
Call or text 1-888-733-7753 — available 24/7
michigan.gov →

📄Mental Health Articles

Mental Health & Behavior
The Silent Saboteur
Shame, Behavior & Therapy — how shame shapes our actions and what therapy can do about it.
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Mental Health & Self-Discovery
The Courage to See Yourself
Why vulnerability with yourself is the foundation of real therapeutic progress.
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Stress & Neuroscience
Rewire: Stress, the Brain & the Path to Calm
How chronic stress reshapes the brain — and what science says about finding your way back.
Read →
Addiction & Recovery
The Real Roots of Addiction
Understanding what drives addiction — and how connection and compassion are key to healing.
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Depression & Burnout
Burned Out or Depressed?
How to tell the difference between burnout and depression — and why it matters for your recovery.
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Depression
You Don't Have to Look Depressed to Be Depressed
The secret many people carry — and why depression doesn't always look the way we expect.
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Connection & Loneliness
The Quiet Epidemic
How to cope with loneliness — and why it's more common than most people realize.
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Anxiety
You Already Have What It Takes
Managing anxiety by changing how you see yourself — and what you're truly capable of.
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Trauma & Culture
Wounds Without Memory
Understanding historical trauma — and how the past shapes our mental health today.
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Mind & Wellbeing
Make Stress Your Friend
What if everything you believed about stress was wrong — and that belief itself was the real danger?
Read →
Faith & Culture
Covering with the Hijab
A guide for women, girls, and parents navigating the decision to cover and what it means for identity and faith.
Read →
Faith & Family
When Mom Prays One Way and Dad Prays Another
How interfaith families can navigate religious differences while raising children with love, respect, and clarity.
Read →

📋Downloadable Worksheets & Guides

Anxiety & Stress
Depression & Mood
Relationships
Grief & Loss
Abuse & Safety
Self-Esteem & Identity
Other Mental Health

📚Recommended Reading

The Body Keeps the Score
The Body Keeps the Score
Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

How trauma literally reshapes body and brain — and new paths to recovery through neuroplasticity.

Buy on Amazon
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
Dr. Joe Dispenza

Combines quantum physics, neuroscience, and biology with steps to recondition the body and create better health.

Buy on Amazon
Getting the Sex You Want
Getting the Sex You Want
Tammy Nelson

Teaches couples how to build sexual communication skills and connect with their partner in a new way.

Buy on Amazon
When You're The One Who Cheats
When You're The One Who Cheats
Tammy Nelson

For anyone having an affair who is confused, unsure, and looking for candid, non-judgmental answers.

Buy on Amazon
Open Monogamy
Open Monogamy
Tammy Nelson

A practical guide for exploring new relationship directions — excitement and variety without sacrificing trust or respect.

Buy on Amazon
She Comes First
She Comes First
Ian Kerner

An essential guide for men that breaks down the art of female pleasure.

Buy on Amazon
Healing the Trauma of Abuse
Healing the Trauma of Abuse
Mary Ellen Copeland & Maxine Harris

Proven step-by-step exercises to work through and minimize the consequences of a traumatic event.

Buy on Amazon
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Lindsay C. Gibson PsyD

Understand the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. Learn how these parents create a sense of neglect and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood.

Buy on Amazon
For Professionals
Professional Development

Couch Therapies supports the growth of emerging and experienced clinicians through clinical supervision, mentorship, and continuing education.

🎓Clinical Supervision

LMSW Supervision

Individual and group supervision for Limited Licensed Master Social Workers working toward full licensure. Supervision grounded in reflective practice, clinical skill-building, and professional identity development.

LPC Supervision

Individual and group supervision for Limited Licensed Professional Counselors pursuing full licensure. Our supervisors bring deep clinical experience across trauma, relationships, identity, and multicultural practice.

🌱Why Couch Therapies

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Relational Approach

Supervision built on mutual respect, curiosity, and trust — not hierarchy.

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Evidence-Based

Grounded in current research and best practices across clinical modalities.

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Culturally Inclusive

Multicultural and faith-sensitive frameworks woven into every supervision relationship.

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Licensure-Focused

Structured to meet Michigan licensure requirements for LMSW and LPC candidates.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Reach out to learn more about supervision availability, rates, and fit.

Community & Connection
Group Therapy

Sometimes the most powerful healing happens in community. Our groups offer a safe, structured space to share, listen, and grow alongside others who understand.

What is Group Therapy?

Group therapy brings together a small number of individuals guided by a licensed therapist to work through shared experiences and challenges. Unlike individual therapy, groups offer the added benefit of peer connection — hearing others' stories, offering support, and realizing you are not alone.

Research consistently shows group therapy is as effective as individual therapy for many concerns, and uniquely powerful for issues rooted in relationships, isolation, and self-worth.

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Peer Connection

Build genuine relationships with others who truly get it.

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New Perspectives

Gain insight by hearing how others navigate similar challenges.

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Accessible Care

Group therapy is often more affordable than individual sessions.

📅Current & Upcoming Groups

Anxiety & Stress
Managing Anxiety Together

A structured group for adults experiencing anxiety and chronic stress. Learn coping skills, share strategies, and build resilience in community.

Details coming soon — contact us to be notified
Relationships
Healing Attachment Wounds

For individuals seeking to understand their attachment patterns and build healthier, more secure relationships in every area of life.

Details coming soon — contact us to be notified
Grief & Loss
Grief Support Group

A compassionate space for those navigating loss. Share your experience, find solidarity, and move through grief at your own pace with guided support.

Details coming soon — contact us to be notified
Identity & Culture
Multicultural Identity Group

A safe space for individuals navigating questions of cultural identity, belonging, and faith. Explore who you are in a community of shared experience.

Details coming soon — contact us to be notified

Is group therapy right for you?

Group therapy works well for people who:

  • Want to feel less alone in their struggles
  • Are ready to both give and receive support
  • Want to practice new interpersonal skills in a safe setting
  • Are looking for an affordable complement to individual therapy
  • Want to gain perspective from others with similar experiences

Interested in joining a group?

Reach out and we'll help match you with the right group for your needs.

Common questions
FAQs

Everything you need to know before your first session.

How do I choose the right therapist?

Read through each clinician's bio and specialties above. If you're unsure, call us at 313.205.2241 and we'll help match you with the best fit.

Do you offer a free consultation?

Yes — all of our therapists offer a free 15-minute phone consult so you can get a feel for the relationship before committing.

Is telehealth available?

Absolutely. All clinicians offer secure video sessions for clients located anywhere in Michigan.

What if I want to switch therapists?

That's completely okay. We can facilitate a warm handoff to another member of our team at any time — no awkwardness, no pressure.

How can I access my client portal?

If you need access to your client portal simply click the Portal button below. If you have trouble with your portal access, please contact our office or inform your therapist. We will gladly help you regain entry.

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HIPAA Compliance
Notice of Privacy Practices

This notice describes how health information may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

Couch Therapies LLC

14203 Penrod St Detroit, MI 48223
Phone: 313-205-2241  ·  Email: hello@couchtherapies.com

Effective Date: This notice went into effect on 1/1/2025

I. My Pledge Regarding Health Information

I understand that health information about you and your health care is personal. I am committed to protecting health information about you. I create a record of the care and services you receive from me. I need this record to provide you with quality care and to comply with certain legal requirements. This notice applies to all of the records of your care generated by this mental health care practice.

I am required by law to:

  • Make sure that protected health information ("PHI") that identifies you is kept private.
  • Give you this notice of my legal duties and privacy practices with respect to health information.
  • Follow the terms of the notice that is currently in effect.

I can change the terms of this Notice, and such changes will apply to all information I have about you. The new Notice will be available upon request, in my office, and on my website.

II. How I May Use and Disclose Health Information About You

The following categories describe different ways that I use and disclose health information. For each category of uses or disclosures I will explain what I mean and try to give some examples. Not every use or disclosure in a category will be listed. However, all of the ways I am permitted to use and disclose information will fall within one of the categories.

For Treatment, Payment, or Health Care Operations: Federal privacy rules allow health care providers who have a direct treatment relationship with the patient/client to use or disclose the patient/client's personal health information without the patient's written authorization, to carry out the health care provider's own treatment, payment or health care operations.

Disclosures for treatment purposes are not limited to the minimum necessary standard. Because therapists and other health care providers need access to the full record and/or full and complete information in order to provide quality care.

Lawsuits and Disputes: If you are involved in a lawsuit, I may disclose health information in response to a court or administrative order, or in response to a subpoena, discovery request, or other lawful process, but only if efforts have been made to tell you about the request or to obtain an order protecting the information requested.

III. Certain Uses and Disclosures Require Your Authorization

Psychotherapy Notes. I do keep "psychotherapy notes" as that term is defined in 45 CFR § 164.501, and any use or disclosure of such notes requires your Authorization unless the use or disclosure is:

  • For my use in treating you.
  • For my use in training or supervising mental health practitioners to help them improve their skills.
  • For my use in defending myself in legal proceedings instituted by you.
  • For use by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to investigate my compliance with HIPAA.
  • Required by law and the use or disclosure is limited to the requirements of such law.
  • Required by law for certain health oversight activities pertaining to the originator of the psychotherapy notes.
  • Required by a coroner who is performing duties authorized by law.
  • Required to help avert a serious threat to the health and safety of others.

Marketing Purposes. As a psychotherapist, I will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing purposes.

Sale of PHI. As a psychotherapist, I will not sell your PHI in the regular course of my business.

IV. Certain Uses and Disclosures Do Not Require Your Authorization

Subject to certain limitations in the law, I can use and disclose your PHI without your Authorization for the following reasons:

  • When disclosure is required by state or federal law, and the use or disclosure complies with and is limited to the relevant requirements of such law.
  • For public health activities, including reporting suspected child, elder, or dependent adult abuse, or preventing or reducing a serious threat to anyone's health or safety.
  • For health oversight activities, including audits and investigations.
  • For judicial and administrative proceedings, including responding to a court or administrative order.
  • For law enforcement purposes, including reporting crimes occurring on my premises.
  • To coroners or medical examiners, when such individuals are performing duties authorized by law.
  • For research purposes, including studying and comparing the mental health of patients who received one form of therapy versus those who received another form of therapy for the same condition.
  • Specialized government functions, including ensuring the proper execution of military missions, protecting the President, or conducting intelligence operations.
  • For workers' compensation purposes, to comply with workers' compensation laws.
  • Appointment reminders and health related benefits or services. I may use and disclose your PHI to contact you to remind you that you have an appointment with me.

V. Certain Uses and Disclosures Require You to Have the Opportunity to Object

Disclosures to family, friends, or others. I may provide your PHI to a family member, friend, or other person that you indicate is involved in your care or the payment for your health care, unless you object in whole or in part. The opportunity to consent may be obtained retroactively in emergency situations.

VI. Your Rights With Respect to Your PHI

The Right to Request Limits on Uses and Disclosures

You have the right to ask me not to use or disclose certain PHI for treatment, payment, or health care operations purposes. I am not required to agree to your request, and I may say "no" if I believe it would affect your health care.

The Right to Request Restrictions for Out-of-Pocket Expenses

You have the right to request restrictions on disclosures of your PHI to health plans for payment or health care operations purposes if the PHI pertains solely to a health care item or service that you have paid for out-of-pocket in full.

The Right to Choose How I Send PHI to You

You have the right to ask me to contact you in a specific way (for example, home or office phone) or to send mail to a different address, and I will agree to all reasonable requests.

The Right to See and Get Copies of Your PHI

Other than "psychotherapy notes," you have the right to get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other information that I have about you. I will provide you with a copy within 30 days of receiving your written request, and I may charge a reasonable, cost-based fee.

The Right to Get a List of Disclosures

You have the right to request a list of instances in which I have disclosed your PHI for purposes other than treatment, payment, or health care operations. I will respond within 60 days of receiving your request and will provide the list at no charge for the first request each year.

The Right to Correct or Update Your PHI

If you believe there is a mistake in your PHI or important information is missing, you have the right to request that I correct or add the missing information. I may say "no" but will tell you why in writing within 60 days of receiving your request.

The Right to Get a Paper or Electronic Copy of this Notice

You have the right to get a paper copy of this Notice, and you have the right to get a copy by e-mail. Even if you have agreed to receive this Notice via e-mail, you also have the right to request a paper copy of it.

More Information on Privacy, Terms and HIPAA

Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), you have certain rights regarding the use and disclosure of your protected health information. If you would like more information or to receive a copy of HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact our office at 313-205-2241.

Let's find the right fit for you.

Reach out and we'll help match you with the right clinician. Free 15-minute consultations available with all therapists.

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