Welcome to our Mental Health Clinic in Ann Arbor, MI
psychotherapy | psychological evaluations | Occupational therapy | medication management | school advocAy | training
Located in the heart of Ann Arbor, just steps from the University of Michigan, Mala Child & Family Institute offers inclusive, trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive mental health care for children, teens, and adults. Our expert team of psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists provides a wide range of services—including individual therapy, play therapy, family therapy, parent coaching, group therapy, psychological evaluations, occupational therapy, and medication management. Whether you're navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, sensory processing challenges, gross motor difficulties, eating issues, trauma, or relationship challenges, we create personalized, integrative treatment plans to support your emotional wellness, resilience, and growth.
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Medication Management Program
Led by Dr. Richard Dopp, our medication management services offer holistic psychiatric care tailored to your mental health needs. We provide ongoing support to ensure optimal treatment results for children, teens, and adults.Occupational Therapy Program
Directed by Katy Bachleda, MOT, OTRL, our occupational therapy services help clients of all ages improve their daily living skills, enhance academic performance, and achieve success in school and life.Social Work Training Program
Our clinic is committed to training the next generation of social workers through our robust, hands-on training program, focused on trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming care.School Advocacy Program
Directed by Dr. Grace Chen, we offer comprehensive school advocacy services, blending the expertise of occupational therapy and school psychology to support children in thriving academically, socially, and emotionally.Specialized LGBTQIA2S+ Care
We offer specialized care for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, ensuring respectful and supportive treatment for every client.Specialized Neurodiversity Care
We offer specialized care for neurodivergent individuals and provide expertise in issues such as Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), ensuring affirming, respectful, and supportive treatment for every client.OCD and Anxiety Care
We offer specialized treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety across all ages. Our team integrates evidence-based interventions such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), CBT, and medication support, within a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive framework.
3135 Professional Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(248) 206-0486
Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Services & Specialties
In addition to the services offered at all our locations, our Ann Arbor clinic houses specialized care and programs for the following:
Addiction Recovery
Anxiety & OCD
Chronic Health & Pain Management
Couples & Family Counseling
Executive Functioning Coaching
Medication Management
Men’s Issues
Occupational Therapy for All Ages
Pathological Demand Avoidance
Perinatal Mental Health Care (pregnancy & postpartum)
Play Therapy
PTSD & Trauma
Specialized Care for LGBTQIA2S+
Suicide Prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Learn how to get the care you need.
Our Ann Arbor Team
Social Skills Group
Ages 5 to 7-years-old
Starting January 16, 2025
Every Tuesday, 5 – 7 PM
3135 Professional Drive, Ann Arbor
Cost: $225
Current Groups At Ann Arbor:
outdoor adventure group
Ages 11 to 13 years old
Every Friday starting January 16, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3135 Professional Drive, Ann Arbor
Cost: $100 per session, private pay only
Social Skills Group
Group 1: Ages 8 to 10-years-old
Starting January 16, 2025
Every Thursday, 5 – 6:30 PM
3135 Professional Drive, Ann Arbor
Cost: $225
Train at our Ann Arbor location
For our training clinicians, this location houses our Social Work Training Program, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Training Program, Psychological Evaluation Training Program, and Occupational Therapy Program.
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Any Age
1-on-1 & Group Therapy for anyone at any age.
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Relationships
Young kids, adults, parents, couples, partners & co-parents.
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Minorities
Cultural, Racial, & Identity-Centered, Multi-Lingual support.
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Neurodivergent
ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, disorders & giftedness.