Former Clinicians
Michael Samar
LMSW, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Trauma and PTSD, Veterans, Substance abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing
Michael Samar is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan. Michael has decades of experience working with children, adults, and seniors. An Air Force veteran, Michael also has experience working at the Veterans Health Administration. Michael takes a holistic approach to unroot concerns and uncover other areas of life that have potential for meaningful change. Michael aims for this process to feel supportive, affirming, and appropriately challenging. Michael is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and can deliver best-in-class care for insomnia.
Arthur Smith
LCSW, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
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Arthur Smith, an experienced LCSW in Michigan, specializes in mental health concerns and personalized care plans, prioritizing sleep improvement through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Committed to community engagement through Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated, Arthur provides friendly guidance for mental health concerns in Michigan.
Drew Smith-Hall
LMSW, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, Career and work stress, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing
Drew Smith-Hall is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan. Drew is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and can deliver best-in-class care for insomnia. Her focus in therapy is collaborative and client centered. She enjoys working with clients to find strengths, overcome daily and life stressors, and develop new ways of coping. She is dedicated to providing a safe, therapeutic environment where you feel unconditionally accepted. She believes that each and every client is unique and requires an individualized treatment plan. She uses a variety of evidence-based techniques to help build skills to work through your troubles and reach your goals.
Emily Thomas
LMSW, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Anxiety, Self esteem, Bipolar, Family and relationships
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused
Emily Thomas is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan. Emily is person centered and helps clients to achieve their personal goals. Success is an individual process and has a personalized definition. Emily aims to create a supportive place to express emotions and concerns and to work through barriers. Emily is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and can deliver best-in-class care for insomnia.
Sarah Tomcala
LPC, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Trauma, Substance abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing
Sarah Tomcala is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with expertise in insomnia, trauma, and addiction. She has completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia and can deliver best-in-class care. Her passion is helping people regain their strength and have support through the many tough and unexpected trials in life. Her desire is to help people give grace to themselves where possible, while also helping connect to resources and skills to help them see where they can take action and control of their circumstances. It has been her personal and professional experience that finding connection and being reminded that you are not alone is profound.
Susan Whitener
LPC, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Anger, Divorce, Career and work stress, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused
Susan Whitener has 25 years experience working with individuals facing challenges such as insomnia, trauma, sexual identity, PTSD, career development, and family/relationship issues. Susan's goal is to provide supportive counseling to help you work through life's challenges. She uses a variety of counseling techniques, tailored to your needs. You will learn about yourself, identify coping strategies, and set goals that will lead to solutions and real life changes. Each session will center around your concerns - her intent is to help you process your own experiences and ultimately, develop your strengths.





