“If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.”
- Jack Kornfield

Our Therapy Specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma

Life transitions

Burnout

Relational Issues

Somatic Therapy

Mindfulness

Therapeutic Yoga

Body Image

Joyful Movement

Walk & Talk Therapy

Stress

Career Counseling

Friendships

Family Conflict

Open Relationships/ENM

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Maybe you’ve done therapy before-or spent time reflecting, journaling, trying to figure things out on your own. But something still feels out of reach. You might long for a deeper connection with yourself or with others. Or maybe the idea of sitting and talking for an hour just doesn’t feel like the right fit.

At Middle Way Wellness, we offer a holistic approach to therapy that supports your whole self-mind, body, and spirit. We believe that healing happens in connection: with your body, with your emotions, and with the people in your life.

Our therapists integrate mindfulness, somatic practices, yoga, and meditation alongside talk therapy to help you:

  • Understand and heal attachment patterns

  • Learn how to communicate and feel your emotions-without being overwhelmed by them

  • Reflect on your relationships and deepen your ability to feel close to others

  • Build a more compassionate relationship with yourself

  • Find clarity, calm, and equanimity in the midst of life’s challenges

Inspired by Eastern philosophies, nervous system science, and relational therapy, we guide you in moving toward greater presence, self-awareness, and connection. We emphasize equanimity, presence, and lasting contentment-not just symptom relief.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, burnout, or a desire for greater meaning, we’re here to support you with care and curiosity.

Middle Way Wellness is a space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and explore what it means to live in alignment.

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Our Therapists

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Caitie Fey, LPC, RYT

Intake Session: $185 ✦ Regular Session: $160

Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Complete-Medicaid Plan

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Courtney Sommers, LLC

Intake Session: $185 ✦ Regular Session: $160

Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Plans

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Caitlin Estep, Clinical Intern

Caitlin offers low cost private pay sessions ranging from $30-$60 per session

Ways to Pay for Individual Therapy

  • It is your responsibility to learn your benefits and pay any out-of-pocket costs [just like you would with any other healthcare provider].

    You can call your insurance company or visit their website to learn about your benefits.

    A good question to ask: Does my deductible, co-pay, or co-insurance apply to behavioral health [codes 90837 and 90834]?

    If you want to move forward with using insurance to pay for individual therapy, be sure to upload photos of the front and back of your insurance card AND an official ID (i.e. Driver’s License) to the client portal.

    If you have an HSA of FSA, you CAN use these funds to pay for individual therapy expenses, but NOT for late cancellation fees.

  • You may qualify for reimbursement from your insurance company if you have Out-of-Network benefits for behavioral health.

    You can call your insurance company or visit their website to learn about your benefits.

    If you choose to move forward with this payment type for individual therapy, you will pay session fees at the time of service, then submit invoices to your insurance company for partial reimbursement. These invoices are provided to you by your therapist.

    If you have an HSA of FSA, you can use these funds to pay for individual therapy expenses, but NOT for late cancellation fees.

  • If you have decided that you would like to move forward with therapy without using insurance, you will pay session fees at the time of service using a credit or debit card.

    We offer sliding scale agreements for those who are struggling financially. Let us know in the consultation that you would benefit from sliding scale pricing.

Our goal is to be transparent about therapy fees and payment types so that you can make the best decision for YOU. Therapy is an investment in your mental health and can have a true impact on your quality of life. With that being said, we realize that not everyone can afford to pay for therapy out-of-pocket for a variety of reasons. To account for that, we work with insurance providers to reduce out-of-pocket costs to you.

If you decide that none of the payment options at Middle Way Wellness are suitable for you right now, we’ve listed free and low cost therapy options on the Resources Page.

Endorsements from Colleagues…

“I would refer my closest friends and family to Caitie. She is not only incredibly gifted within her craft, but also a source of warmth and compassion in the face of those who need help and support. She also pushes people in the way they need when it comes to personal growth.”

-Kathleen M., LPC

“Courtney offers a compassionate, empathetic, and direct approach that really honors each client’s unique experience, whether it's Individual or Couples Counseling. If you’re looking for a therapist who is both insightful and genuinely committed to her clients’ growth, Courtney is someone I wholeheartedly recommend.”

-Margaux F., LLC

“Caitie is a skilled clinician with a calm and patient presence who excels at supporting individuals struggling with relationship challenges, anxiety and depression. She brings a unique and integrative approach to working with clients utilizing mindfulness, meditation and yoga. I highly recommend working with Caitie!”

Jim B., LPC

In-Person Sessions

  • Held in Ferndale, MI in our cozy office with a convenient location for those looking for therapy close to home in Ferndale, Royal Oak, Oak Park, Berkley, Detroit, Birmingham, and Troy.

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Virtual Sessions

  • Held through a HIPAA-compliant tele-health platform

  • Virtual therapy in Michigan (must be physically present in the state of Michigan to access virtual therapy sessions)

  • Virtual sessions allow you to access mental health care from the comfort of your home. Be sure that you have a quiet and private space to participate from

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This is an accepting and open therapy practice. Therapy should never make you feel ashamed of who you are or how your brain works. You are welcome here.