Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Julie Gordon joined Blue Water Counseling in 2010. Ms. Gordon lived in the Croswell area for 48 years with her husband. Together they raised 4 children and have 9 grandchildren. They also share their home with a 11 year-old Schnauzer, a two-year-old and one-year old King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.
Ms. Gordon was a stay at home mom until she was 41, and then returned to school to earn her associate degree, bachelors degree, and then a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology (in 2007). While completing her master's degree, Ms. Gordon also became a Certified Advanced Alcohol and other Drug Counselor. Her career up until joining BWC was working in inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation. She still really enjoys working with this population. She also enjoys working with women suffering anxiety and depression or weight issues.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, reading, crafting, photography, and traveling.
“She has understood we’re I’m coming from. Gives me different ways to look at situations. Support me when iv done something great for me. Encourage me to do what feels got to me . Iv come a long way .”
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."
“Marilyn Walker is great! She is a wonderful listener and advocate! She helps you put everything into perspective. I always come away from a session renewal and upbeat. She is absolutely the best!”
Michelle LaFerle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Michelle has been in the counseling profession since 2009 and has worked as a clinician at Blue Water Counseling since 2017. Michelle earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Counseling from Oakland University. She has experience working with a variety of ages, from children through adults. Michelle currently provides counseling virtually to teens and adults.
Areas of experience & interest:
Anxiety Disorders
Stress Management
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Self Esteem
Depression
Parenting
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!
Kelly Aiello has been a clinician at Blue Water Counseling since 2016. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Rochester College in Counseling Psychology and her Master of Arts in Counseling from Spring Arbor University in 2013. She provides counseling services for individuals of all ages with a variety of concerns. Kelly is a trauma-informed therapist who is certified in Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR); she is skilled at assisting people through big and small traumatic life events and changes.
“I really enomy sessions with Kelly! She’s always so supportive and positive. Also she always has such great suggestions and I always leave our sessions upbeat and positive. I definitely recommend her to anyone searching for a good therapist!”
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.
“Bernita has great insight to offer alternative ideas and solutions to life’s challenges. She is kind and genuine. She will do her best to offer consolation for an unscheduled life crisis.”
