Crocus Counseling

Welcome to Crocus Counseling, a safe haven where you can heal and grow. We understand that asking for help can be challenging, especially when faced with trauma, anxiety, and depression. Our compassionate and individualized approach aims to provide effective psychotherapy for those seeking relief. Located in Ypsilanti, our services include individual counseling, workshops, and supervision for those dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma.

About Cara

Cara Talaska, MA, LPC, NCC, is the founder of Crocus Counseling. With a background in Community Counseling and Social Psychology, she offers a unique blend of approaches, including EMDR, ACT, DBT, and Mindful Self-Compassion. Her expertise spans trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, life transitions, academic and workplace stress, relationship issues, neurodiversity, grief, infertility, parenting support, and self-worth issues. Cara's goal is to create a safe space where you can experience the magic of therapy and improve your life.

Services Offered

At Crocus Counseling, we provide individual counseling tailored to address anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our methods include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused/Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Feedback-Informed Treatment (FIT), Humanistic Integrative Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT). These approaches help individuals develop coping skills and heal old wounds. If you're looking for work outside of sessions, we also offer body/mind/spirit approaches like nature walks, mindful breathing, exercise, and cleaning house.