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  • About Us

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    Our Story

    Focus Therapy Clinic is an outpatient private practice for mental health services. We provide services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. In addition, we offer specialties such as co-parenting, reunification therapy and couples’ workshops. In 2018, the company was founded by Siedah Spencer-Ardis, MA, LMFT. Siedah Spencer-Ardis is a Marriage & Family Therapist and a AAMFT Approved Supervisor. 

    Our Mission

    Focus Therapy Clinic was established with a mission to service communities of color with consistent, quality therapy services. Focus Therapy Clinic works to provide people of color a safe place to rediscover themselves. Whether the goal is to restore, heal or work through the transitional periods of life, we are here to help. 

    We're here for you.

    Everyone walks through life with a different story. Our job is to meet you exactly where you are. We honor you as the author of your story and provide a safe place to explore, rewrite and define who you are. As a team the therapist works with you to develop new goals, tackle barriers and walk different journey.

    Meet our Staff

    Karen Vogt, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Karen Vogt, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Hi there! My name is Karen Vogt, and I am thrilled to be sharing a bit about myself with you. I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at National University, and I couldn’t be more excited about this next chapter in my life. Growing up, I always had a deep […]
    Alexandria Luchenbach-McClellan, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Alexandria Luchenbach-McClellan, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Alex McClellan is a dedicated and compassionate clinician intern who is passionate about helping individuals and couples improve their relationships and overall mental well-being. Currently working as a Marriage and Therapy Intern, she is pursuing her dream of becoming a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. With her extensive knowledge in the field of therapy and […]
    Charlie Harden, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Charlie Harden, Master’s Level Student Intern

    My name is Charlie Hogan, and I am an MFT intern at National University. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about challenging the misconception that mental health is a myth, especially within the black community. One of my greatest accomplishments so far is being on track to achieve my Masters in Marriage […]

    Shellie Crook, Master’s Level Student Intern

    Hi, I’m Shellie Crook, and I’m thrilled to be a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern. Right now, I’m pursuing my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at National University. But before that, I earned my B.S. in Counseling Psychology from Rochester University.I’ve been involved in ministry for over 20 years, and I’m also a […]
    Sharine Berry, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clinician

    Sharine Berry, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clinician

    Sharine has over 10 years of experience working within the Mental Health community. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Couneling Psychology from Rochester College. After accepting a position in a Commuity Mental Health Hospital, Sharine decided to enroll in The Chicago School of Professional Psychology to complete her Master’s in Psychology and Certificate as a […]
    Alicia Luch, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clinician

    Alicia Luch, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clinician

    Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed?  Are you facing difficulties in your marriage or experiencing family conflict?  Is your teenager undergoing problems at school, with peers, or having other mental health concerns?  Sometimes the daily struggles of life can steal our joy and not allow us to live life to our full potential and […]
    Angela Goodman, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clincian

    Angela Goodman, MA, LLMFT Licensed Clincian

    As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have been in the mental health field for nearly fourteen years and have experience working with adults, children, and families who have experienced trauma, autism, and various mental health diagnoses. I enjoy working with individuals and couples as well as children, families, and blind families to navigate life’s […]
    Ranine Swaid, LLMFT, ATR-P, Licensed Clinician & Art Therapist

    Ranine Swaid, LLMFT, ATR-P, Licensed Clinician & Art Therapist

    As a graduate of Notre Dame de Namur University, with a Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy, emphasis Art Therapy. I experience in a variety of settings between the United States and Lebanon starting from 2015. Working within the school system, psychiatric hospitals, community mental health, and transitional housing facilities I pride myself […]
    Carraus Harden, LPC Licensed Clinician

    Carraus Harden, LPC Licensed Clinician

    Carraus Harden is a graduate of Wayne State University, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in professional counseling. Carraus, has been working in the mental health field since 2015 with adolescent’s and their families. Carraus, continues to work with children and families through private practice as well as community mental health. […]
    Dayries Donald, LLMSW Licensed Clinician

    Dayries Donald, LLMSW Licensed Clinician

    Dignity and respect is the foundation of providing therapy to all clients, and with me you will receive that and more. As a Social Worker, I have experience with working with people with diverse backgrounds and involved in our justice system as well as our child welfare system. With my background in child welfare and […]
    Dr. Tonja Lawrence, MA, LLPC Licensed Clinician

    Dr. Tonja Lawrence, MA, LLPC Licensed Clinician

    Dr. Lawrence is a limited licensed professional counselor and earned her bachelor’s in psychology from Oakland University where she also earned her Master’s in Counselling. Dr. Lawrence earned her Doctoral Degree in Communication Studies from Wayne State University.  Dr. Lawrence approaches her work with clients from a cognitive and behavioral approach and a systems perspective. […]