Relationship therapy and relationship counseling services

Affordable Therapy with Clinical Interns in Michigan

This program supports couples and families seeking help with communication, conflict, trust, connection, parenting, or major life stress. The service is offered at a lower cost for those without insurance, those whose insurance is not accepted here, or those who prefer a reduced rate due to high deductibles. Marriage and Family Therapist interns as well as Counseling interns with a strong training in relationship therapy meet with clients in a supportive and respectful way. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists guide every stage of the work to
support steady growth and emotional safety.

Who This Program Helps

  • Couples seeking guidance during conflict or transition
  • Families working through communication challenges
  • Individuals without insurance
  • Clients with insurance that is not accepted here
  • Clients with high deductibles who want a predictable session cost

How The Program Works

Sessions are provided by Marriage and Family Therapist interns and Counseling interns appropriate for relationship therapy who focus on relational patterns, emotional awareness, and communication skills. A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist supervises all clinical work, offering direction and review. Fees are lower than standard therapy rates, which helps clients receive steady support without financial strain.

Why Choose This Option

  • Support grounded in relational theory and evidence-based approaches
  • Space to work through challenges together with guidance
  • Reduced financial pressure on couples and families
  • Option to receive services within the Relationship Academy MI community at a lower cost

About Our Interns

Strong relationship therapists often begin developing core skills early in life through personal reflection, compassion, and curiosity about how people connect. Marriage and Family Therapy training adds structure, theory, and supervised sessions that shape those qualities into professional skill. Relationship Academy MI selects interns who show a natural awareness of relational dynamics and an interest in helping couples and families strengthen connection.

Supervision from licensed Marriage and Family Therapists supports thoughtful, grounded care.

Schedule with an intern on the contact us.

Our Clinical Interns

Elizabeth (Liz) Spence

Elizabeth (Liz) Spence

Elizabeth (Liz) Spence is a Marriage and Family Therapy intern who strives to create a welcoming and supportive space where clients can feel truly seen and heard. She believes therapy works best as a collaborative process and enjoys helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen their relationships and navigate life’s challenges with care and understanding.

Liz is currently completing her graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northcentral University and is passionate about fostering growth, connection, and self-discovery in her work. Outside of the therapy room, Liz loves camping, going to concerts, and cheering on the Detroit Red Wings!
Jeff Reiter

Jeff Reiter

Jeff Reiter is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern at the University of the Cumberlands. After a 33-year career in residential real estate, he brings warmth, practical life experience, and a grounded perspective to his work with clients.
Jeff takes a humanistic, person-centered, and integrative approach to therapy, drawing from emotionally focused, existential, and family systems perspectives. He believes therapy is most effective as a collaborative process and strives to create an inclusive, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves. Honest and direct in a compassionate way, Jeff tailors therapy to each client’s unique needs and goals.

Jeff believes that human connection is central to well-being and values helping clients strengthen relationships, better understand themselves, and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. He enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds and has a special interest in ADHD, anxiety and stress, shame, relationship issues, family stress and conflict, marital and premarital counseling, and major life transitions. Outside of counseling, Jeff enjoys music and concerts, pickleball, tennis, game nights, family gatherings, local sports, and exploring the world.

Let’s Work Together

Reach out today for a session  or a 15 minute consultation.