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Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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I specialize in pediatric behavioral health and am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to support their emotional and physical well-being. I take a collaborative, compassionate, and culturally responsive approach to care—creating a space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered. I’m deeply committed to addressing the impact of racial and health disparities in care and strive to make my practice inclusive, equitable, and trauma-informed. Whether helping individuals manage stress related to illness, navigate sleep difficulties, or cope with somatic symptoms, my goal is to promote resilience and meaningful, lasting change.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English & Arabix
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
Approach Description: My therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and guided by evidence-based interventions. I draw from my experience in integrated medical and behavioral health settings to support individuals within the context of their broader systems—family, culture, development, and environment. I work to understand the whole person, recognizing the connection between mind and body as well as the impact of social determinants of health. In sessions, I prioritize transparency, open communication, and trust. I tailor treatment to each individual’s goals, whether we’re building coping skills, improving functioning, or fostering self-awareness and resilience.
Education & Credentials
Summer Chahin PhD
- Female
- License # 6301019484
- Licensed in MI
- PSYPACT Mobility # 22414
- Practicing Since 2022
Education: I earned my undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from Western Michigan University. I went on to complete a post-doctoral fellowship at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital/Michigan Medicine, with continued focus on integrated care.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 200
- Out of Network
- We offer the necessary paperwork to utilize Out-of-Network benefits.
Summer Chahin Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth Platform