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Janel Wetzel Therapy
Now accepting new clients · Telehealth across Michigan

Healing happens where you feel truly seen.

Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges, healing from trauma, or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, you deserve a space where you feel supported and understood. You don’t have to do this alone.

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10+ yrs

supporting survivors

EMDR

trained clinician

CCTP

certified in trauma

Janel Wetzel, LMSW — trauma therapist

A safe, supportive space

A grounded place to explore your story

I provide a warm, grounded therapeutic environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in trauma-informed care.

Together, we work toward understanding your patterns, strengthening your inner resources, and creating meaningful, lasting change. We move at a pace that feels safe, supportive, and empowering for you — always honoring where you are today.

Collaborative & relational

We work together, at a pace that honors your nervous system. My approach is curious, compassionate, and rooted in respect for your lived experience.

Trauma-informed care

Evidence-based modalities woven into a deeply human-centered approach — so past wounds and present challenges are met with safety and skill.

Rooted in inclusivity

LGBTQIA+ affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally responsive. Every part of you is respected and valued here.

How I can help

Care designed around you

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One-on-one psychotherapy

Individual Therapy

A collaborative process where you receive support and guidance through difficult seasons, with a treatment plan and goals built around the life you want.

Care that understands trauma

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Treatment that recognizes how trauma shapes every part of a person — drawing on Internal Family Systems and Attachment Theory to support real healing.

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing

EMDR Therapy

An evidence-based intervention that helps you heal and grow from past experiences and trauma, as well as anxiety, panic, phobias, and more.

Healing in community

Support Groups & Workshops

Survivors come together to empower, support, and share. A safe space for healing, growth, and transformation — you are not alone.

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What you can expect

Therapy that meets your nervous system

  • A warm, non-judgmental space
  • Collaborative goal-setting
  • Trauma-informed, evidence-based care
  • Support for both past wounds and present challenges
  • A pace that honors your nervous system and your story
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A practice rooted in inclusivity

Your identity is honored here

I welcome individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. You deserve a therapeutic space where every part of you is respected and valued.

LGBTQIA+ affirmingNeurodiversity-affirmingCulturally responsive

From the journal

Reflections on healing & growth

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Trauma & Healing·8 min

Navigating Relationships With a Trauma History: How to Heal, Set Boundaries, and Trust Again

Sometimes behaviors that feel “charming” are actually red flags — and chaos can feel like home. Learning to slow down, listen to your body, and set boundaries is how we build safe, healthy relationships.

February 15, 2026
Motherhood·8 min

The Realities of Motherhood & Mental Health

Postpartum anxiety, burnout, guilt, identity shifts — the parts of motherhood we rarely talk about. A compassionate look from a therapist and mom of three.

November 20, 2025
Workshops·1 min

Trauma 101 Workshop: Knowledge Is Power

Understand how trauma affects the brain, body, and nervous system — and walk away feeling more regulated, resilient, and empowered.

November 10, 2025

You don’t have to do this alone

Ready to begin your healing journey?

Reaching out is brave. Even if you have just one question, I’d love to hear from you — let’s see if we’re a good fit.

Schedule a ConsultationCall (517) 258-0330