Trusted Mental Health Services in Farmington Hills, MI for All Ages

psychological evaluations | art therapy| couples counseling | psychotherapy | medication management | school advocacy | training

Located in the heart of Oakland County near I-696 and I-275, our Farmington Hills mental health clinic provides convenient access to comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals and families. Our team includes experienced therapists, counselors, psychological evaluators, and psychiatric nurse practitioners offering neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive mental health services.

We support children, teens, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of needs—including anxiety and OCD, depression, personality disorders, ADHD and autism, trauma and PTSD, parenting challenges, relationship issues, and more. Services are available in-person at our Farmington Hills clinic and virtually across Michigan.

At Mala Child & Family Institute, we believe in relationship-centered care that honors every client’s unique story, identity, and background. Whether you're seeking therapy, psychiatric medication management, or psychological testing, we’re here to walk alongside you with expertise and empathy.

Therapist chair inside our Farmington Hills counseling and psychiatry office, where clients receive expert care including therapy, psychological testing, and medication management
    • Psychological Testing and Diagnostic Evaluations
      Our licensed psychologists provide comprehensive psychological evaluations to support accurate diagnoses and guide personalized treatment plans. We specialize in testing for ADHD, learning disabilities, giftedness, OCD, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders, and more. These evaluations are available for children, teens, and adults and include a thorough clinical interview, standardized testing, and a detailed feedback session. All assessments are conducted with a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and neurodiversity-affirming approach to ensure clients feel safe, respected, and understood. Psychological testing is available in-person and virtually.

    • Medication Management Program
      Offered by Krishna Jakkula PMHNP-BC, APNP-BC, and Kiara Porter, PMHNP-BC, and led by Dr. Richard Dopp, MD, our medication management services offer holistic and neurodiversity affirming psychiatric care tailored to your mental health needs. We provide ongoing support, in addition to GeneSight testing, to ensure optimal treatment results for children, teens, and adults.

    • Psychology and Professional Counseling Training Programs
      Our clinic is committed to training the next generation of psychologists, counselors, and art therapists through our robust, hands-on training programs, focused on trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy and assessment.

    • School Advocacy Program
      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 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.

    • Couples Counseling and Family Therapy
      We offer expert relationship counseling services for couples, co-parents, siblings, and families seeking to improve communication, repair trust, and build deeper connection. Whether you’re navigating parenting challenges, blended family transitions, or long-standing conflict, our therapists use evidence-based models to support healing and growth. We provide Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and family systems approaches to help clients of all backgrounds strengthen their relationships. Our trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming care ensures that all identities and family structures are welcomed. Sessions are available in-person and virtually.

    • Art Therapy for All Ages

      Our licensed and certified art therapists use creative expression as a pathway to healing and self-discovery for clients of all ages. Through drawing, painting, sculpting, and more, clients are guided to explore their emotions, build resilience, and gain insight in a safe, supportive environment.

37899 W. 12 Mile Rd., #130
Farmington Hills, MI 48331

(248) 206-0486

Sunday: 9 AM - 1 PM
Monday-Thursday:
9 AM - 8 PM
Friday:
9 AM - 7 PM
Saturday:
9 AM - 2 PM

Three dots symbolizing connection, support, and growth at our Farmington Hills mental health clinic offering therapy, psychiatry, and psychological evaluations

Services & Specialties  

In addition to the services offered at all our locations, our Farmington Hills clinic houses specialized care and programs for the following:

  • ADHD and Autism

  • Exposure Therapy for Anxiety and OCD

  • Art Therapy

  • Child Centered Play Therapy

  • Co-Parenting Counseling for Divorced Families

  • Eating Disorders Interventions

  • Executive Function Coaching

  • Behavioral Therapy for Toileting, Sleep, & More

  • Family and Relationship Counseling

  • Grief Counseling

  • Medication Management

  • Neurodivergent Individuals with Sensory Challenges

  • Parent Coaching

  • Suicide, Self Harm, or Substance Use Prevention

  • Trauma Interventions for Complex PTSD

dots symbolizing our services art therapy, play therapy, exposure therapy, co-parenting counseling, executive function coaching, behavioral support

Our Farmington Hills Team

Learn how to get the care you need.

Train at our Farmington Hills location

For our training clinicians, this location houses programs for our counseling practicum students, and psychology doctoral students from Wayne State University and University of Detroit Mercy.

Visit Another Mala Clinic

Ann Arbor

3135 Professional Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Plymouth

632 N. Mill St.
Plymouth, MI 48170

Psychotherapy

1-on-1, family, & group therapy for anyone at any age.

Learn About Our Services

Psychiatry

Holistic Medication Management

Occupational Therapy

Develop or recover skills needed for daily living & working

Evaluations

ADHD, learning disabilities, giftedness, OCD, PTSD, Personality