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Francine joined Blue Water Counseling in August of 2015. Ms. Robinson has worked in the Bluewater area since 2009 as a licensed counselor and is a life long native of the area, aside from the 14 years she resided in the Chicago area in early adulthood. Francine completed her undergraduate studies at Rockford College/University in Rockford, Illinois where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Development while also completing her teaching certification in middle school science, social studies and English language arts. Ms. Robinson formerly taught science in Illinois and Social Studies in the Port Huron area at the middle school level. Francine then completed her Master's Degree in professional counseling at Central Michigan University, followed by obtaining her school guidance counseling certification and professional counseling licensure. Ms. Robinson is passionate and experienced at working with adults, teens and adolescents!

Sherrie is a holistic and integrative Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) with more than 23 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. She holds a graduate degree in Clinical Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University and an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Worcester State College. Over the past two decades, she has worked across community mental health, correctional settings, school-based programs, and outpatient care. Her extensive experience includes clinical supervision, organizational leadership, and statewide training initiatives focused on trauma, resilience, and provider wellbeing. Sherrie specializes in supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, stress, grief, relationship patterns, addiction, and complex co-occurring concerns.

Sherrie is known for her grounded, collaborative, and empowering presence; qualities that shape every aspect of her work. She often shares a guiding belief that reflects her therapeutic philosophy: “Healing happens when people feel seen, supported, and safe enough to explore who they are and who they’re becoming.” Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care with a strength-based, person-centered philosophy. She also incorporates experiential and nature-based strategies, such as walk and talk therapy, to support grounding, emotional regulation, and whole-person wellness.

Clients consistently describe Sherrie as warm, steady, and deeply present. She meets each person exactly where they are, offering a balance of compassion, insight, and practical tools. Her work is collaborative and empowering, helping clients understand their patterns, build resilience, and reconnect with their sense of purpose and self-worth.

Outside of her clinical role, Sherrie enjoys spending time in nature, engaging in creative practices, and cultivating meaningful connections — all of which contribute to the grounded, balanced presence she brings to her work.

Sherrie Offers

- Individual counseling for adults

- Support for people of all backgrounds and identities, including LGBTQ+ communities

- Evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, OCD, behavioral concerns, trauma, substance use, and complex co-occurring concerns

- Experiential & nature-based therapeutic strategies

- A trauma-informed & strength-based therapeutic setting

- Compassionate support for those navigating stress, grief, and concerns around self-esteem

- Guidance navigating life transitions, relationship stress, & caregiving roles

Traci is a licensed professional counselor associate and board-certified, provisionally registered art therapist who works with kids, teens, and adults experiencing burnout, emotional overwhelm, and the pressure to constantly hold everything together. She holds a Master’s degree in Art Therapy and Clinical Counseling from Albertus Magnus College and a Bachelor's degree in Family Studies from the University of Connecticut.

Traci has experience in higher levels of care and community mental health settings, working with both individuals and groups. She offers a warm, collaborative, and grounded approach, creating space for clients to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and heal in ways that don’t
rely solely on words.

 She integrates art therapy with evidence-based counseling practices to support individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, relationship stress, caregiving roles, and patterns of self-criticism. Her work is trauma-informed and strengths-based, using art as a tool for expression, insight, and nervous system regulation—no artistic experience required.
Outside of her clinical work, Traci enjoys nature walks, experimenting with different art materials, spending time with her teenage children, and exploring the world with her partner.

Traci Offers
- Individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families .
- Support for people of all backgrounds and identities, including LGBTQ+ communities
- Evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality
Disorders, OCD, behavioral concerns, trauma, substance use, and complex co-occurring
concerns.
- A trauma-informed & strength-based therapeutic setting.
- Art as a tool for expression and nervous system regulation.
- Compassionate support for those navigating stress, grief, and concerns around self-
esteem.
- Guidance navigating life transitions, relationship stress, & caregiving roles.

Karla is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Connecticut, holding a master’s degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Clinical Professional Counseling from Central Connecticut State University. Karla provides support to her clients in exploring and determining pathways towards a purposeful and well-balanced life, while acknowledging and addressing any past issues without allowing them to dominate the present. Karla’s diverse experiences have equipped her with the tools to support others effectively. Karla has a background in counseling in multiple settings working with children, teens, and adults. She enjoys doing both  process groups and individual counseling. Karla enjoys working with clients that have complex situations and brings empathy, non-judgment, and understanding into all of her sessions. She creates tailored, specialized treatment plans with specific goals and objectives for guiding her patients into self- sustaining healthy behavior patterns for life.

 

Karla employs Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy to help clients identify and address their presenting issues. By focusing on “the how” and connecting behaviors to their negative impacts, Karla assists clients in understanding and overcoming obstacles. Karla’s approach is characterized by compassion, transparency, respect, and honesty, fostering meaningful connections with clients.

 

In her free time, Karla enjoys being physically active to promote a healthy life balance, traveling, connecting with family and friends, and practicing mindfulness activities.

 

Karla offers:

• Individual and family counseling for children, adolescents, adults

• Therapy for ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use/ addiction, trauma, mood disorders, OCD, communication difficulties, panic attacks, substance abuse, anger management, crisis intervention, and life transitions or changes.

• Group counseling on trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, adverse childhood experiences, divorce, parenting issues, and women’s issues

Dr. Chelsey Wooten joined the Counseling team at Post Trauma Institute January 2023. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of the Arts in Sociology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA, in 2014. She earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling where she specialized in Forensic Psychology from Adler University located in Chicago, IL in 2017. Dr. Wooten completed her PhD in Social Work from Louisiana State University in December 2022 where she specialized in Child and Family Studies, focusing on race related issues, social traumas, PTSD, disparities within institutional and military spaces, and the impact of adverse experiences on the mental health and well-being of individuals from a holistic perspective on a micro (individual and family) and macro level. Dr. Wooten’s professional experience as a helping professional has focused primarily on crisis intervention and mental health management. As a licensed professional counselor.

Bernita Fuller has worked as a clinician at Blue Water Counseling since 2014. She has worked in the field in various clinical positions since 1998. Her wide breadth of experience includes working with individuals of all ages, ranging from children to the geriatric population, in settings as diverse as juvenile/family court, schools, and both inpatient and outpatient mental health. Bernita earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Michigan – Flint in 1979. She went on to earn a Master of Arts in Counseling from Oakland University in 1998 with a Specialization in Child and Adolescent Counseling. In 2005 she earned another Specialization, this time in School Counseling from Oakland University. Bernita is a trauma-informed therapist, who employs cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal strategies in sessions to help clients achieve their therapeutic goals. Her deep compassion for others and genuine authenticity help individuals feel comfortable, respected and seen.

Esther Dixon is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. She graduated from Ashford University where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree. She also graduated from Capella University with her Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology. While her license is for addiction, she continues to educate herself in a wide variety of other areas including, but not limited to: DWI Services, Conflict Resolution, CBT therapy, Co-Occurring disorders, PTSD, and many more. She is currently working on becoming a master’s level Psychologist with supervision and becoming EMDR certified. Esther Dixon is one of a kind in her field. In her spare time, she does diversity and inclusion/leadership training and spending time with her family, grandchildren, and grand pup.

Shelby Fey joined Blue Water Counseling in 2021. She received her Master’s in Counseling (2015) and in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Autism (2018). Shelby has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and parents/families in outpatient and inpatient settings. Shelby believes the client is the expert in their own life. She provides an eclectic, person-centered approach. Shelby has presented/taught on topics such as: Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, Parent Training, Toileting, Safety Training, and Basic Life Support. Shelby has lived in the Blue Water area, with her husband, daughters, dog, and cats. In her free time, she enjoys riding her bike, going for a run, listening to music, or exploring the beach. She loves to travel spending time and traveling with her family.

Marilyn A. Walker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and CAADC from Port Huron, Michigan. Marilyn graduated from Oakland University with a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling in 2005. Marilyn has worked in various settings as an LPC and CAADC, substance abuse rehab, outpatient and day treatment/night watch. She has a passion for helping people with various life challenges (trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship issues) gain hope and establish stability to improve functioning and productivity. Marilyn incorporates various evidence-based therapeutic approaches into her practice including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (Ml). Marilyn encourages her clients to visualize the life they desire. Her motto is "if you can see it, you can achieve it."

I am a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC) and obtained his CADC from Elgin Community College. I have experience working in an inpatient setting where I was assigned to a MAT unit (Medication-Assisted Treatment) and provided individual and group counseling services to patients who were suffering from addiction. I also have experience working in a detox setting and interned as a detox counselor as well. I have a strong belief that effective treatment comes from a client-centered approach that is achieved by patience, compassion, and honesty from the provider.

I believe in the power of being present. Through active-listening and trauma-informed care I strive to provide treatment that is individualized and client-centered. My main areas of focus include trauma (to include childhood trauma, military trauma, and sexual trauma), working through life transitions, military life stressors, and coping skills for depression, anxiety, and other mental health diagnoses. I have worked as a therapist for 14 years, and have served in many settings to include inpatient psychiatric, PHP/IOP, residential treatment centers, military behavioral health clinics, intensive in-home settings, and school settings.

Kathy is Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate, (LCMHCA). She completed her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Townsend Institute of Concordia University Irvine. She is also completing her Level 1 and 2 Training in Trauma Focused Narrative Care at The Allender Center at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. She attended Malone University for her undergraduate degree in Social Work. Therapeutic Approach Kathy values the therapeutic relationship. Attachment science and interpersonal Neurobiology show that growth and healing happens in safe and caring relationships. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe place

I am a License Professional Counselor, Supervisor, License Professional Counselor, License Addiction Counselor in the state of South Carolina , and a Certified Grief Counselor Specialist. I have over 17 years of experience working in the mental health and substance abuse settings of inpatient and outpatient treatment facilities. My passion is to empower and encourage individuals to overcome personal obstacles by learning and applying healthy coping skills daily. I believe each client is unique and different and should be exposed to a powerful individual experience in the therapeutic process. Every client possesses strengths and abilities and as a therapist I assist. At One Alkaline Life LLC, We thrive to make an impact on as many people as possible. With a 92% success rate with our clients reaching their goals, We have implemented some of the Top Telehealth Practices to ensure you have the most secure and effective therapy experiences. Visit www.onealkalinelife.com