Samantha Teach

I have an extensive background working in different facets of the mental health community with diverse populations. My passion for mental health began working with ECT patients on an inpatient unit at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI. After nursing school, I worked in a Level 1 trauma hospital in Detroit for years, creating a robust foundation of medical knowledge in addition to caring for patients in psychiatric crisis. I have worked in outpatient, partial hospitalization, community mental health, inpatient, and crisis center settings.

In my spare time, I love to read, run, rock climb, play with my animals and spend time with my family. I believe that mental wellness incorporates your total well being. In addition to evaluation and medication (if necessary) I am a strong proponent of utilizing exercise, diet, therapy and meditation as part of treatment plans.

My approach to providing care is focused on collaboration. I concentrate on working with what care you see for yourself and what type of treatment will fit your into your life to achieve personal goals.

Our first session is focused on fostering an open and welcoming working relationship, obtaining a complete history, and establishing short and long term goals for treatment.