Get To Know Me
Past Experience
Grandville Public Schools
Mental Health Coordinator
2017-2019
Helen Devos Children's Hospital
Pediatric Child Abuse Coordinator Intern
2013-2014
North Ottawa Community Hospital
Medical Social Worker
2014-2021
Kalamazoo CMH
Family Support Specialist
2011-2013
Family Futures
Family Foundations Intern
2010
Big Rapids Public Schools
After School Program Coordinator/Mentor
2005-2008
Corewell
Medical Social Worker
2014-2017
Forest View Psychiatric Hospital
Case Manager/Group Therapist
2014-2019
Cherry Street Health Services
Community Health Worker
Ottawa Hills High School
2013-2014
Gift of Life Michigan
Organ Procurement Coordinator Intern
2009-2010
Pine Rest
Mental Health Worker
2009-2010
Circle of Life Psychiatric Hospital
Admin/Intake Support
2003-2005
Currently Held
MIND BODY SOULUTIONS, LLC
Owner/Psychotherapist
2016 - Present
www.mindbodysoulutionsllc.com
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
BSW/MSW Instructor
BSW/MSW/Field Education
2021 - Present
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY
Distinguished Adjunct Faculty, Health and Human Services Case Mgmt, College of Health Professions
2017 - Present
Davenport University
Board Member, College of Health Professions Advisory Board
PSI Perinatal Mood Disorders Trained
More about Anyssa and her practice experience visit www.mindbodysoulutionsllc.com
Higher Education
As an educator, clinician, with research interests, I am committed to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment that prepares BSW and MSW students for ethical and effective social work practice. My teaching philosophy ensures that students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for professional success.
I have extensive experience teaching BSW and MSW courses, including case management, clinical practice, and field education. My student-centered approach integrates experiential learning methods such as case-based discussions, role-playing, and applied problem-solving to bridge theory and real-world application and even immersive experiences in the community. Additionally, I have played a key role in curriculum development, refining coursework and field education programs to align with evolving accreditation standards and workforce demands.
Field education is central to social work training, and I have mentored students as both an instructor and site supervisor. I support diverse learners, including first-generation college students and nontraditional students, helping them navigate academic challenges and career pathways. By fostering confidence and leadership, I prepare students to excel in diverse practice settings.
As a teaching-practitioner, I integrate current research into my teaching, drawing from my interdisciplinary work in attachment, generational trauma, and social-emotional intelligence. I model a commitment to lifelong learning, inspiring students to engage in critical thinking and evidence-based practice.
Through innovative teaching, curriculum development, and mentorship, I am dedicated to shaping the next generation of social workers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to create meaningful change in individuals and communities.
With a Bachelor of Science in Health Communications, Master of Social Work and pursing my PhD in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, continued education and professional development is not just a passion of mine but necessary in this field as the populations we serve and their needs grow.
Course Content
Courses Content Taught
Davenport University
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Disability Populations
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Medical Terminology
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Healthcare Law and Ethics
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Death and Dying
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Case management Fundamentals
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Community Services
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Dual Enrollment (Kentwood Public Schools)
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Case Mgmt Special Populations
Courses Content Taught
Western Michigan University
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Individual practice
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Family practice
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Group practice
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Assessment and Interviewing
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Documentation and Treatment planning
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Field Education
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Community and Organizational Behavior
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Task Groups/Organizations
Teaching Interests
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Perinatal
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Long Term Care/Skilled Interns
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Psycho-somatic/yoga
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Child Maltreatment
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Inpatient, Outpatient, Residential
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Social emotional skills/development
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Insurance and Credentialing
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Billing/Coding
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Private Practice
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Clinical education
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Supervision
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Program planning/development
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Public Health Education
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Emergency treatment
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Interdisciplinary
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Curriculum Development
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ADHD
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Trauma
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Marriage and couples
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Ethic Dilemmas
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School social work
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Medical Social Work
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Attachment
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Modality specific (IFS, ACT, TF-CBT, CPT, DBT, Existential, Gottman, Play therapy)
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Testifying
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Psychopharmacology
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Psychopathology
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Diagnostics/Assessment Measures
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Family Consumer Sciences
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Parent-Child Relationships
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Counseling Education
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Accreditation
Community and CEU Courses and Training
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Enhancing Social Emotional Skills and Psychosomatic Interventions for Children in Social Work Practice, March 2024, WMU
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Enhancing Clinical Skills for Strengthening Clients’ Internal Attachment Management in Social Work Practice, May 2024, WMU
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To Err is Human, Davenport University (Statewide), DU Expert Panel Participant, Oct 2021
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Employee Health Education, 4-part Series Facilitator, Stress Management, John Ball Zoo, 2018, MIND BODY SOULUTIONS
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First Response Mental Health Training, 2011, Kalamazoo CMH
Supervision
As a social worker and having 20 years in the field in various settings and roles, I believe in collaboration not competition. I believe in inter-generational and inter-disciplinary learning opportunities. This means I have something to teach just as much as new social workers coming into the field have something to teach as well. When completing my clinical hours, I choose external supervision outside of my place of employment because I wanted to have additional support with unbiased, objective and confidential guidance and I have no regrets in that decision. True leadership to me means teaching, inspiring, and supporting clinical growth to enhance a person's professional and personal life.
My supervision approach is integrative, combining various therapeutic modalities to support supervisees' growth. As the owner and supervising therapist of a private practice and higher education instructor, I emphasize the importance of self-care among mental health professionals, acknowledging that therapists are also human and require support. This philosophy encourages supervisees to engage in self-reflection and personal development, fostering resilience and effectiveness in their practice.
Incorporating external supervision into one's professional routine not only enriches clinical practice but also promotes personal well-being, leading to more effective and ethical service delivery.
Supervision Details
ADVANTAGES:
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Objective Perspective: An external supervisor brings an impartial viewpoint, free from internal organizational dynamics, allowing for candid discussions about challenges and ethical dilemmas.
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Confidentiality: External supervision ensures a safe space for practitioners to explore sensitive issues without fear of workplace repercussions, promoting honest self-reflection.
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Professional Development: External supervisors often possess diverse expertise, offering tailored guidance that enhances a social worker's skills and knowledge base.
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Emotional Support: Discussing work-related stressors with an external supervisor can help mitigate burnout and compassion fatigue, contributing to overall well-being.
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Ethical Guidance: External supervisors provide assistance in navigating complex ethical situations, ensuring adherence to professional standards when conflicts arise with agency policies and the ethical code.
WHAT:
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Virtual Supervision/Collaboration for both LLMSW/LMSW (Individual and Group)
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Rate $150/hour individual (2 hours per month required for licensing)
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Rate $50 for group session (1 hour per month required for licensing) (Recommend twice a month).
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All supervision fees can be included as write off/deductions in tax/accounting (Consult with accountant for more information)
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Supervision for LARA Corrective Action
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Can join independently or as a collective group of clinicians
WHY:
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20 years of experience in health and human service field, including experience in Healthcare (OB, Emergency Room, ICU and Med/Surg.), Inpatient Psych, K-12 Schools, Residential, Somatic in service work and more.
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9 years in private practice.
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8 years higher education teaching in Case Management and Social Work.
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Field placement site supervisor and field instruction experience with MSU, WMU, Ferris, and GVSU.
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3rd Year PhD student in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences at WMU (Research interests in Attachment, Single Father Rearing Households, Social Emotional IQ)
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