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Self-Reflections was founded by two clinical social workers; Nisha Tebear-Coolman, LMSW and Michael St. John, LMSW. Their goal in private practice was to help meet the emense mental health needs of the human service field. After years of directly serving the public mental health system, this was their opportunity to give back to the local community. Through a holistic approach, they provide professional clinical services using best practices and empirically proven methods. A high value was placed on confidentially and coordinating care with other providers.
At the start of the practice, they provided mental health therapy directly to the clients. After a few years, it was determined that, although there is a tremendous need for mental health therapy, there is a greater need in providing support at a higher level. This was a very difficult transition but it was done with client care and sustainable community support in mind.
Since that transition started, collaboration, consulting, and contracts with human service entities have been the focus of the practices efforts. Within those roles, more thoughtful thorough, and trauma informed work will continue to spread. Not only is this done for the clients but for the staff, the businesses, and the community as a whole. It is important that systems are considered, collaborative, and supported if lasting wellness is to be had.
The Original Founders of Self-Reflections Therapeutic Services Inc.
Nisha Tebear-Coolman, LMSW, CEO
Nisha Tebear-Coolman, LMSW, CEO
Nisha is a fully licensed MSW. She earned her BSW at Northern Michigan University and her MSW from Western New Mexico University. Nisha has worked with various populations throughout her career. This ranges from community advocacy, community organizations, homeless services, post adoption and foster care services, infant mental health and adults with serious mental illness. Nisha is an experienced clinical supervisor and she is certified in a variety of therapeutic modalities.
Michael St. John, LMSW, CFO
Michael St. John, LMSW, CFO
Michael is also a fully licensed MSW. He earned his BSW at Central Michigan University and his MSW from Michigan State University. His career experience is also varied across populations. He has worked with adults with serious mental illness, intellectually developmentally disabled adults, nursing homes, community organizations, substance abuse services, courts and the Council on Aging. Michael is an experienced clinical supervisor and a former CEO for a public mental health system. Michael is trained in various therapy practices.
Board of Directors
Self-Reflections is a Non-Profit Organization, 501(c)(3) We are led by a policy board comprised of members who have worked in the mental health field, along with years of service in other helping professions. Our passion is to provide mental health services to the community. Our primary focus is to service our underserved area and continue to support our local community. We would like to thank our board of directors for their efforts to help our organization grow into what it is today.
Board - Chair
Barb Laughbaum
Board- Vice Chair
Kami young
Board - Secretary
Cheryl Corden
Member
Faye Witte
Member
Lisa Valiquette
Board Meeting Information: The next Board Meeting will be held on 3/4/26 at 5:30 pm
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