Jenna Genereaux, LMSW

 Jenna graduated from Ferris State University  with a Master of Social Work degree in August 2016. She has 7 years of clinical counseling experience, 5 of which are post grad . She is fully licensed in the state of Michigan. Jenna opened Illuminate My Life Counseling in August 2017.  Jenna is  also a CSTIP(Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional).

Jenna  has been touched by many events including facing the foster care system as both a child and foster parent. These experiences have lead her towards her professional interests in clinical therapy. Jenna has training in TF-CBT through her internship experience with the Children's Advocacy Center.  She has also taken trainings in reasoning, ethics, assessment and pain managements, and human trafficking.

Jenna  also developed an educational focus on family dynamics and began working with a local middle school to gain experience. Jenna has experience working with those facing several barriers such as Depression, Anxiety, Domestic violence, Trauma, and more. She has worked with population's from 5-102 years old.

For fun, Jenna enjoys spending time with her husband and children. She has a weightlifting routine and admits to feeling best when she is "moving her body". She also enjoys time at the beach with her favorite season being summer!

Psychotherapy: Sex and Couples therapy,  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Walk and Talk Integration

Jenna currently accepts  Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, Priority Health, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

Animals are proven to be helpful with mental health. Honey often sits in on sessions to allow clients to pet her. She can help with anxiety and depression and other mental health symptoms. Honey is still a pup, and is currently in training to be a successful counseling office pup. 

Honey enjoys being pet, fed, snuggled and played with. When Honey is tired, she needs her space to rest. Honey loves spending time with clients.

In order for Honeysuckle to join you in session, you must read over liability and consent form, along with giving a signature to acknowledge the rules provided. 

Feel free to enjoy Honey's company! :) (Kingsley office only) 

Alisha has been trained to work with insurance companies, provide knowledge about billing and to tackle any extra task we throw as her! If you have any questions in regards to your co-pay, deductible or any bills you are responsible for in relation to your therapy sessions, Alisha is the one to contact!

Alisha is a mother, daughter, friend and wife. She enjoys spending time with her family.  Alisha also enjoys being involved in the community! She has three dogs, two of which are St Bernard's.  She is always open to learning new things about her job. 

Alisha works to verify client insurance, communicate client payments,  submits claims and ensures that the company is being paid so that IMLC can continue to support their clients and staff. 

Currently accepts: Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, Priority Health, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and cash pay options.   

Out of Network Services: Clients are responsible for paying up front. Alisha will provide client with a "super-bill"  to turn into their insurance company for reimbursement (this does not guarantee reimbursement). Clients are encouraged to reach out to their insurance representative to ask about reimbursement for out of network services. 

 Sharron obtained a Bachelors and Master’s Degree through Ferris State University and is a License Master’s in Social Work (LMSW) Psychotherapist. Sharron’s therapeutic approach to clients is person centered, strength based, and motivation for change. Sharron has been trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF CBT), certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Related Behaviors in individuals and military veterans.  

She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults as a social worker in the Child Welfare field. Sharron has worked with children and families with trauma related histories including sexual abuse, substance use, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.   

Sharron enjoys music, attending sporting events, boating, reading, and spending time with family. She is a strong advocate and is passionate about helping clients find their way through turbulent times and transitions in their lives.  

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Sharron currently accepts Priority Health, BCBS, Blue Care Network, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.

Jennifer obtained both her Bachelors and Masters in Social Work from Ferris State University, and is a Limited License Masters of Social Work (LLMSW) Clinician. She has experience working in the mental health field and has the ability to connect with families, adults and children.  

In her spare time Jennifer loves to learn new things such as historical facts, ways to improve, crafts( Kumihimo), painting with a variety of mediums, reading and gaming. When Jennifer is home she loves spending time with her daughters, her two Boston terriers and pug pom (Rocky, Polie, and Bubbles) and her black cat Onyx. 

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Jennifer currently accepts  Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

Kacie obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University and her Masters in clinical Social Work degree from Ferris State University. Kacie has spent 10+ years navigating the mental health field and foster care system while advocating for others.  Most recently, Kacie spent three years facilitating clinical therapy in practice.

Kacie is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) trained and has large experience work with trauma, TBI (traumatic brain injury), anxiety and depression as well as an array of other mental health disorders. Kacie enjoys helping individuals, couples, and small groups of all ages, however, her focus is in working with the pre-teen and teenage population (10 – 17 years). 

Kacie loves photography and getting outside to spend time in nature whenever given the chance! She finds benefit in bringing these enjoyments into her sessions as well by doing walk-and-talk sessions outside (when weather permits). Kacie’s passion in showing others it is possible (and strategies) to strengthen and improve even the darkest areas of ones life leads her to practicing from a trauma-informed and positive/motivational therapeutic approach while focusing on each clients individuals needs. 

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR

Kacie currently accepts  Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

 Tanya graduated from the University of Michigan in 1993 with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Psychology. From there she went on to work with children and adults with developmental delays and disabilities. She enjoyed working with all ages of people, but especially interacting with children. By now her own children added extra inspiration for her desire to understand and help children grow to be their best selves in a healthy, accepting way.

Tanya graduated from Western Michigan University with a Master’s in Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology. Her specialty is in School Counseling, continuing her emphasis on children. Since then she has taken more education classes including trauma-informed counseling approaches and challenges with children and families. 

Through her professional and personal journey so far she has experienced many developmental issues like parenting, mothering a special needs child, death of loved ones, loss and grieving, and single motherhood.

Tanya’s passion for life involves her three amazing children she feels so inspired and blessed to be able to care for and love. She is drawn to the outdoors with activities like walking her fur baby, hiking, swimming, gardening and landscaping. Inside she enjoys cooking, get-togethers, reading, and volunteering in the community and church.

 She has an eclectic approach to counseling with the client first and foremost in mind. While looking at the client through an appropriate developmental lens, she also considers important influential factors for her client like family dynamics.

Psychotherapy: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approach, somatic interventions, mindfulness, emotionally-focused training (EFT), dialectical behavior training (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), internal family systems (IFS), and artistic and playful interventions.

Tanya accepts Meridian, McLaren, GTB Potawatomi Insurance, all (4) major credit cards, Zelle, PayPal, check, cash 

Emma earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Eastern Michigan University and a Master’s degree of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University. 

She has over a decade of experience working with families and children and has training in cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and person-centered care.

Emma specializes in issues related to childhood trauma/abuse, sexual trauma, eating disorders, relationships, adolescent issues, self-esteem, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, depression, anxiety, and crisis response.

She is an animal-lover, podcast and audiobook enthusiast, and can usually be found painting on the weekends or at the beach in the summertime! 

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Emma currently accepts  Meridian, McLaren, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

Marisa has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business from Davenport University, and earned a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Ferris State University with Highest Distinction.

Marisa’s focus is with Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) to address chronic clinical ailments such as high stress, anxiety, depressive negative thought patterns, and dysphoric moods for conscious emotional processing. 

She also has extensive experience in conflict resolution as a marriage, family, and civil court issues mediator. 

Marisa is an avid hot yoga enthusiast, Petoskey stone rock hunter, and water lover. She enjoys nutritional science, eastern philosophy, art, and international movies.

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Marisa currently accepts Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, Priority Health, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

Shania earned her Bachelor and Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work through Ferris State  University. She developed a broad range of experience from working with kids to older adults through internships, volunteering and her work history. Shania has helped others explore depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, stress, grief, chronic illness and other life obstacles.

Shania believes there is no one approach that works for everyone. She is trained and continues to train in many interventions that help individuals recognize their internal and external resources. Once these resources are found it’s important to understand how to utilize them. Shania is passionate about walking alongside others through their mental health journey. She  provides guidance with developing and acknowledging your skills, strengths and abilities to help promote overall well-being and achieve your goals. 

Depending on the season, Shania enjoys baking, gaming, reading, and crafting. When the weather is nice she often prefers to go for a walk and experience nature. 

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Shania currently accepts Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, Priority Health, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

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Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Emily  currently accepts Meridian, McLaren, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

Jessica earned her master's degree in social work from Spring Arbor University and has garnered a wealth of diverse experience in recent years. She has worked in various capacities, including inpatient and outpatient settings, specializing in group therapy, particularly in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and with sexual abuse survivors. Additionally, Jessica has been actively engaged in fundraising and organizational development for nonprofits, ensuring the continuity of crucial services.

In her current role as a Substance Use Disorder Family Support Specialist, Jessica is deeply committed to prevention work. She leverages community outreach to enhance the accessibility of resources for individuals and families facing substance use challenges.

In her ongoing professional development, Jessica is pursuing certification as a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and working towards full licensure as a social worker. Her expertise encompasses substance use, family dynamics, couples, and children aged 7 and above. As a clinician, Jessica adopts a client-centered and strength-based approach, guiding individuals on their path to mental and emotional well-being. Committed to establishing a collaborative and empowering environment, Jessica aims to assist individuals in navigating life's challenges. She prioritizes building relationships based on trust, empathy, and respect.

 Jessica, alongside her husband Matt, both Navy veterans, relocated to Michigan in 2021 with their two children, aged 6 and 7. Outside of her professional life, Jessica enjoys activities such as going to the gym, spending quality time with family, and indulging in painting.

Psychotherapy:  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Family Therapy 

Jessica currently accepts Meridian, McLaren, BCBS,  BCN, Priority Health, GTB Potawatomi, Auto Insurance and offers cash pay options.  

 Emilee graduated with her bachelor's in social work from Ferris State University and is currently enrolled in their social work Master's program. She was accepted into the fast-track advanced standing program and will complete the program in a year. 

Emilee has interned for Open Arms Child Advocacy Center and Addiction Treatment Services. She plans to specialize in substance use. 

Emilee enjoys spending time with her husband and two young kids, doing puzzles, reading, listening to music, and creative writing.

Talk Therapies, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational  Therapy 

Emilee currently offers cash pay options.