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Individual Therapy · Ferndale, MI & Virtual

Therapy for adults & teens ready to grow

An integrative, holistic approach that weaves together mindfulness, somatic practices, and relational therapy. We meet you exactly where you are.

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About Our Approach

You deserve therapy that works for all of you

We work with adults and teens (15+) using an integrative approach. Mindfulness, somatic practices, relational therapy, and talk therapy woven together to help you feel more grounded, connected, and alive. No agenda, no rush. We start where you are.

What We Treat

Our core specialties

We use an integrative approach tailored to what you bring. These are the areas we most commonly work with.

Anxiety & Chronic Stress

Racing thoughts, physical tension, constant overwhelm. Anxiety is your nervous system asking for help. We use mindfulness-based CBT, nervous system regulation, therapeutic yoga, and somatic practices to help you find lasting calm.

Depression & Motivation

When life feels flat, heavy, or joyless, it can be hard to know where to start. We help you reconnect with what matters, gently rebuild energy and meaning, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

Relationships & Communication

Individual therapy is a powerful space to explore how you show up in relationships. Your patterns, attachment wounds, and relational needs. Healing your relationship with yourself changes everything else.

Life Transitions & Values

Career changes, loss, identity shifts, becoming a parent. Transitions can shake us loose from who we thought we were. We help you find your footing, clarify what matters, and move forward with intention.

Other areas we can help with

Trauma Burnout Somatic Therapy Mindfulness Therapeutic Yoga Body Image Joyful Movement Walk & Talk Therapy Career Counseling Friendships Family Conflict Open Relationships / ENM Self-Compassion Identity & Values
Relationships in Individual Therapy

Your relationships are part of you

You do not have to be in couples therapy to work on your relationships. Individual therapy is one of the most powerful places to explore how you connect with others: your patterns, needs, wounds, and strengths.

Whether you are navigating a difficult partnership, healing from a painful relationship, working through family dynamics, or simply wanting to show up differently in the relationships that matter most, we can help.

● Attachment patterns and how they shape your relationships
● Communication and conflict patterns
● Boundaries, people-pleasing, and self-abandonment
● Healing from relationship wounds or painful endings
● Family-of-origin patterns and their present-day impact
● Loneliness, connection, and belonging
● Navigating ENM or polyamorous relationship structures
● Building deeper intimacy with yourself and others
How We Work

Our therapeutic approaches

We draw from a range of evidence-based methods and tailor each session to what feels most supportive for you.

Caitlin Estep practicing mindful breathwork in the Middle Way Wellness yoga space in Ferndale, MI
Walk and talk therapy outdoors in Ferndale, MI with Middle Way Wellness
Learn to observe anxious thoughts with curiosity rather than struggle, shifting your relationship to your mind rather than only its content.
Healing is not just cognitive. We work with the body through breath, sensation, and movement as a pathway to regulation and presence.
For those open to it, gentle yoga and breathwork can be integrated directly into sessions to deepen mind-body connection. Three of our therapists are registered yoga teachers.
Healing happens in connection. We explore attachment patterns, interpersonal dynamics, and how your relationships shape your inner world.
Several of our therapists offer outdoor walk and talk sessions in Ferndale for those who find connection in movement and being outside. Research shows that moving while talking can ease the intensity of difficult feelings.
We help you clarify what matters most and build a life of meaning by learning to move toward your values, even in the presence of difficulty.
An Affirming Practice

You are welcome here

Our Ferndale therapists are committed to providing a knowledgeable, affirming, and non-judgmental space for every person.

LGBTQ+ Affirming Adults & Teens (15+) All Cultural Backgrounds All Spiritual Backgrounds Polyamorous & ENM Body-Inclusive Neurodivergent
Our Individual Therapy Clinicians

Meet your therapist

Ellie, Courtney, and Caitlin are currently welcoming new individual therapy clients. Click to request an appointment directly with any of them. Caitie is not currently accepting new individual clients.

Ellie Rosenberg, LPC, RYT, therapist in Ferndale, MI

Ellie Rosenberg

LPC, RYT
Adults & Teens (15+)
HSA/FSA, BCBS, Sliding Scale, Private Pay
Book with Ellie →
Courtney Sommers, LLPC, therapist in Ferndale, MI

Courtney Sommers

LLPC
Adults & Couples
HSA/FSA, Aetna, Priority Health, Sliding Scale, Private Pay
Book with Courtney →
Caitlin Estep, LLPC, RYT, therapist in Ferndale, MI

Caitlin Estep

LLPC, RYT
Adults & Teens (15+)
HSA/FSA, Aetna, Priority Health, Sliding Scale, Private Pay
Book with Caitlin →
Caitie Fey, LPC, E-RYT, therapist in Ferndale, MI

Caitie Fey

LPC, E-RYT
Adults & Couples
HSA/FSA, BCBS PPO, BCN, Aetna, Priority Health, Private Pay

Not currently accepting new individual therapy clients

Paying out of pocket? See our fees and sliding scale below.

Not sure who to work with? Learn more about our team →
Getting Started

Starting therapy is simpler than it might feel

It is normal to feel uncertain about reaching out. Here is what to expect.

1

Free 15-minute consultation

A no-pressure call to meet your therapist, share what is bringing you in, and ask questions. No commitment required.

2

Benefits and pricing review

We can check your insurance benefits when you reach out. We accept BCBS (Ellie and Caitie), BCN (Caitie only), and Aetna and Priority Health (Courtney, Caitlin, and Caitie), plus self-pay and sliding scale.

3

Intake session

Your first full session. Your therapist gets to know your history, goals, and what has helped before. If using insurance, a standard clinical assessment is completed.

4

Ongoing sessions

Most clients meet weekly or biweekly for 55 minutes, and 40-minute sessions are also available. We work with you to find a frequency and pace that fits your schedule, goals, and budget.

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Investment

Individual therapy fees

Ellie accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield. Courtney and Caitlin accept Aetna and Priority Health. Caitie accepts BCBS PPO, BCN, Aetna, and Priority Health. If you are paying out of pocket, these are our session fees.

Start HereFree15-minute consultation
Intake$200First full session
55 Minutes$170Individual session
40 Minutes$125Individual session

Therapy should be within reach. Self-pay clients can use our sliding scale, which starts with your household income and size. Tiers are based on 2026 HUD income limits for the Detroit-Warren-Livonia metro area, which includes Oakland County, so they reflect the real cost of living here.

Find your estimated fee

Choose your household size and yearly household income before taxes.

For example: significant debt, medical or caregiving costs, supporting family members, job loss or reduced hours, or other necessary expenses. No documents needed.

Your estimated tier and session fees will appear here.

See all tiers
TierIntake55 min40 min
Tier AUp to 50% of area median income (up to $36,700 for 1 person, $52,400 for 4)$120$100$75
Tier B50% to 80% of area median income (up to $58,700 for 1 person, $83,850 for 4)$150$125$95
Tier C80% to 100% of area median income (up to $73,400 for 1 person, $104,800 for 4)$175$150$110
Full feeAbove Tier C$200$170$125

More than income

Your therapist will also consider debt, necessary expenses, supporting others, job changes, and other hardships. You report this yourself, and no documents are needed.

Limited spots

Each therapist holds a limited number of sliding scale spots. If none are open, we can add you to a waitlist or help you find other low-cost options.

Same care, kept private

Your fee never affects the quality of your care, and it stays confidential. Fees are reviewed every 12 months.

Sliding scale fees are for self-pay clients; insurance contracts generally do not allow us to discount copays or deductibles. HSA and FSA funds may be accepted; check with your plan administrator. Need something lower? Visit our Resources page for free and low-cost options in Michigan.

Get in Touch

Your first step is a free 15-minute conversation

No pressure, no commitment. Just a chance to share what is going on and see if we are the right fit for you.

Request an appointment online with Ellie, Courtney, or Caitlin. Choose a time that works for you, share a little about what is bringing you in, and we will follow up to confirm.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield · BCN · Aetna · Priority Health · Self-Pay · HSA / FSA may be accepted

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Everything you might want to know before reaching out.

Yes. Caitie Fey accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Care Network (BCN), Aetna, Priority Health, and private pay. Courtney Sommers and Caitlin Estep accept Aetna, Priority Health, and private pay. Ellie Rosenberg accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield and private pay. HSA and FSA funds may be accepted; check with your plan administrator. We can check your benefits when you reach out.
Your first 15-minute consultation is free. For self-pay clients, the intake session is $200, 55-minute sessions are $170, and 40-minute sessions are $125. Sliding scale fees are available. We also accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ellie and Caitie), BCN (Caitie), and Aetna and Priority Health (Courtney, Caitlin, and Caitie).
Yes. Self-pay clients can use our sliding scale, which is based on household income and size using 2026 HUD income limits for the Detroit metro area, including Oakland County. Fees range from $75 to $150 per session depending on your tier and session length. Your therapist will also consider debt, expenses, and other hardships, and no documents are needed. Each therapist holds a limited number of sliding scale spots. See our fees and sliding scale above, or visit our Resources page for free and low-cost therapy options in Michigan.
Yes. We work with adults and teens aged 15 and older. Caitlin Estep is especially experienced working with teens and young adults and is available afternoons and evenings. Ellie Rosenberg also brings experience supporting adolescents in school-based settings.
Absolutely. Individual therapy is a powerful space for exploring relationship patterns, attachment wounds, communication challenges, and relational healing. You do not need to be in couples therapy to do meaningful relationship work. For direct work with a partner, we also offer couples counseling.
Yes. All of our therapists offer secure virtual sessions to clients anywhere in Michigan. Virtual therapy is available for all individual services and works especially well for busy schedules, clients in more rural parts of the state, or anyone who prefers the convenience of connecting from home.
Individual therapy focuses on one person's growth, healing, and goals. Couples therapy focuses on the relationship between two partners. You can do both at the same time, though typically with different therapists. If you are unsure which is right for you, our free 15-minute consultation is a good place to start.
Middle Way Wellness

359 Livernois #202
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 266-0503
caitie@middlewaywellnessmi.com

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