Healthy Happy Counseling, PLLC

Mental health support that meets you where you are.

Feel calmer, lighter, and more in control—

Are you feeling overwhelmed, fearful, worried, as you navigate life's challenges and changes? Do you feel stuck in procrastination, perfectionism or people pleasing patterns? Individual therapy can assist you as you find your way, You don't have to navigate all of it alone.

No pressure, no judgment—just a safe place to start talking and receiving acceptance and support.

Licensed, ethical, client-centered care

Currently accepting new clients for virtual and in person sessions in Troy, Michigan. Equine Assisted Therapy sessions are held in Metamora, Michigan

Licensed Therapist, LMSW

Trauma‑informed & inclusive practice

Secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counseling

Have you experienced "talk therapy" before and found it helpful, but still feel there may be more to explore beneath the surface, deeper healing?

Perhaps you’re curious about Internal Family Systems (IFS) and what it might be like to experience the model for yourself. Or are you a mental health professional interested in tending to your own inner world?

Many people describe IFS as “the kind of therapy they hoped for” because of its compassionate, non-pathologizing approach. Rather than trying to "fix" yourself, IFS invites gentle curiosity toward the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that affect us. From this place of understanding and compassion, meaningful healing and lasting growth can begin to unfold.

In our work together, we approach these parts with curiosity rather than judgment. As we begin to understand what they are trying to protect or manage, they often soften and shift. This can create more internal space, reduce burnout, and help people relate to themselves with greater compassion.

Common reasons people reach out:

Persistent anxiety or worry that’s hard to switch off
Feeling burnt out, numb, or disconnected from life
Relationship or family conflict that feels heavy
Low self-worth, people-pleasing, or perfectionism
Grief, big life changes, or past trauma resurfacing

If any of this sounds like you, a short conversation can help you decide your next step.

Therapy that is gentle, grounded, and practical.

Clients often describe therapy as “finally having a space where all of me is welcome.”

Healthy Happy Counseling blends the approach of Internal Family Systems with mindfulness and a warm, relational style. Sessions move at your pace—allowing time to explore your internal system and get to know your parts.

Healing through connection with horses and parts work

Equine Assisted Therapy integrated with Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Equine Assisted Therapy uses meaningful interactions with horses to access emotions and parts of self that are difficult to reach in talk therapy alone. When combined with IFS, horses help clients notice internal states, build regulation, and practice compassionate leadership of their inner parts.

This approach complements our counseling services by offering experiential tools for grounding, self-awareness, and somatic regulation—especially helpful for clients who benefit from movement, sensory cues, and nonverbal feedback.

Individual sessions are offered in Metamora, MI.

Faster somatic regulation: horses mirror emotional states, helping clients calm dysregulated parts.
Enhanced parts access: nonverbal interactions make it easier to notice and speak to vulnerable or protective parts.
Immediate feedback: horses respond honestly in the moment, supporting mindful boundaries and attunement.
Embodied learning: experiential practice strengthens new internal leadership patterns created in IFS work.
Accessible for diverse clients: complements talk therapy for those who process best through movement and sensory experience.

Hi, I’m Sandy a therapist who believes you’re already doing your best.

I’m the therapist behind Healthy Happy Counseling, a practice dedicated to helping people move from self-criticism, burnout and survival mode to self-compassion and intentional living.

I'm a licensed therapist and social worker (LMSW) who supports adults, teens, and couples navigating life transitions, grief and loss, mood disorders, and burnout.

I bring a deep respect for neurodivergent ways of thinking and being into my work with ADHD and Autistic adults. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS/parts work), I help clients understand the protective patterns that developed for good reasons and build on their inherent strengths to create a life aligned with their own values.

My goal is to provide compassionate guidance and assist clients in achieving healing, personal growth and well-being.

LGBTQIA+ affirming, neuro-affirming and culturally responsive
Experience supporting caregivers, healthcare professionals, and young adults
Support for burnout recovery by helping clients understand the parts of themselves that push, mask, or overextend.

You’re allowed to ask for support.

Take the first small step toward feeling more grounded.

No long forms, no commitment. Just a caring, structured conversation to see if we’re the right fit. Share a bit about what you’re going through, and we’ll follow up with a few time options for your free 20-minute consultation.

You don’t have to have the perfect words. You just have to start.

Request your free consultation

Get in touch to ask a questions or to discuss working together. I'll get back to you within 1-2 business days!

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Healthy Happy Counseling

Offering virtual and in person mental health counseling for adults seeking calmer days, kinder self-talk, and more connected relationships. Most insurance accepted, check with your insurance plan to verify that I'm in network.

Not for emergencies. If you are in crisis or considering self-harm, please contact your local emergency number or dial 988 crisis helpline immediately.