Business Details
Expert Mental Health Therapy Services in Michigan
Equanimity Partners is a specialized mental health practice dedicated to providing evidence-based therapeutic solutions for individuals facing psychological and behavioral challenges. Our team of doctoral and master's level psychologists and social workers brings decades of combined experience in clinical practice, academic research, and supervised training. We specialize in modern cognitive behavioral therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based approaches, with demonstrated effectiveness in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, chronic pain, and behavioral health issues like emotional eating and internet overuse.Our clinicians maintain active research programs and teaching roles while delivering personalized care that integrates scientific rigor with compassionate support. We serve diverse populations including LGBTQ individuals, caregivers, pre/post-bariatric surgery patients, and those navigating multicultural stressors or health crises. Our treatment plans emphasize psychological flexibility, emotional regulation, and sustainable behavior change to help clients create meaningful lives aligned with their values.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Substance Abuse Counseling
Chronic Pain Management
Weight Loss Support
LGBTQ Mental Health
Caregiver Support
Trauma Recovery
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapies proven effective through clinical research
- Our team includes doctoral-level psychologists with university teaching experience
- Specialized training in mindfulness and acceptance-based therapeutic approaches
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and cultural contexts
- Proven expertise in treating complex behavioral health challenges like emotional eating
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program addresses negative thought patterns and behaviors through structured, goal-oriented sessions. With proven effectiveness for anxiety, depression, and PTSD, our therapists help clients develop practical coping strategies. Treatment typically lasts 3-6 months with weekly 50-minute sessions.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on psychological flexibility through mindfulness and behavior change. This approach helps clients manage difficult emotions while aligning actions with personal values. Our ACT specialists have extensive experience treating chronic pain and behavioral health issues.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-based interventions cultivate present-moment awareness to reduce stress and prevent relapse. Our clinicians integrate mindfulness practices with evidence-based protocols for emotional regulation, showing particular effectiveness for substance abuse recovery and emotional eating disorders.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Specialized substance abuse counseling addresses nicotine, alcohol, and drug dependencies using evidence-based behavioral interventions. Our therapists combine motivational interviewing with relapse prevention strategies, addressing co-occurring mental health conditions in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Chronic Pain Management
Chronic pain management combines cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance-based strategies to improve quality of life. Our program helps clients develop coping skills for pain-related distress while addressing associated depression and anxiety symptoms through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Dr. Tamara Loverich
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Loverich is a licensed psychologist with 20+ years clinical experience specializing in behavioral health. She holds a doctorate from University of Nevada, Reno and has supervised therapy trainees since 2001. Her research focuses on behavioral coping mechanisms.
Elizabeth Rodems
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Elizabeth Rodems is a licensed social worker with experience treating depression, anxiety, and chronic illness. She specializes in mindfulness-based therapies and completed her MSW at University of Michigan with fieldwork at Michigan Medicine.
Lindsey Bunio
Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist
Lindsey Bunio provides evidence-based therapy for emotional and behavioral concerns. She earned her masters from Eastern Michigan University and specializes in CBT, DBT, and behavioral activation for diverse client populations.
Tara Stone
Limited License Psychologist
Tara Stone offers psychotherapy using CBT and mindfulness approaches. With a masters from University of Detroit Mercy, she specializes in emotional regulation and chronic illness coping strategies while supervising under Dr. Loverich.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We specialize in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness approaches proven effective through clinical research.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial intake appointments last 90 minutes, with follow-up sessions scheduled weekly for 50-minute therapeutic sessions.
What mental health concerns do you treat?
We treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, chronic pain, weight management issues, and behavioral health concerns using specialized therapeutic protocols.
Are telehealth services available?
Yes, we currently offer remote therapy options via phone and secure video platforms for client convenience and safety.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our clinic at 734.531.6176 to schedule an intake appointment and receive necessary forms for therapy participation.
