HOLLY WICKHAM LMSW, CAADC
Life doesn’t always follow a clear path and neither did mine on the way to becoming a therapist. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Cinema and Media Studies from Carleton College, spending summers in rural Minnesota working on a farm, milking goats and planting broccoli from the back of an old pickup. That experience, though unconventional, shaped the way I connect with people from all walks of life.
Later, I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, where I learned how to help people better understand themselves and make meaningful change through various stages of life. I break down clinical approaches in a collaborative way, tailoring therapy to fit each person’s unique needs and goals. I often draw from neurobiology, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing.
Over the last decade, I’ve worked in college access for low-income students, reentry services for individuals finishing long-term prison sentences, youth shelter support, and felony defense at the Detroit public defender’s office. These experiences have deepened my understanding of how mental health intersects with every part of life.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, and have experience with gender and sexuality, ADHD, anxiety, and addiction recovery—but I welcome anyone who’s committed to personal growth and self-discovery.
