Peace Begins at Home
Services
At Altus, we offer counseling services to fit your needs at your convenience. We offer therapy in Detroit, therapy in Ann Arbor and therapy in Michigan via video and phone. We recognize that we all have different needs, different learning styles and different healing styles. We are pleased to offer EMDR in Detroit and Brainspotting in Detroit and Metro Detroit.
Taking Time For You
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Individual therapy for anxiety, stress, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, life dissatisfaction, depression, trauma, PTSD, dissociative identity disorder and most importantly, just for life's ups and downs. Click to learn more...

"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men"- Frederick Douglass
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Help with anxiety, stress, parental divorce adjustment, friendships, relationships, self-esteem, behaviors, trouble at school, coping skills, anger outbursts, changes, foster care and family transitions. Click to learn more...

Peace At Home
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Get a better understanding of one another. Hear one another. Communicate clearer. Build a strong unit. Gain healthy parenting skills. Break generational trauma patterns. Click to learn more...

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and BrainSpotting are Brain-Body based techniques that are clinically proven to heal trauma, alleviate symptoms, remove blocks, assist with impulses and increase clarity. Click to learn more...
Meet the Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Altus Home Counseling is the perfect place for individuals looking for experienced and compassionate care. We understand that finding the right kind of therapy and therapist can be difficult. Our team of therapists are well trained, competent, friendly, welcoming and empathetic, making them the ideal choice for anyone seeking services.

Owner and Co-CEO
Dr. Chanel Johnson, PSYD, LPC
EMDR Trained and Brainspotting Trained
Therapist
​Chanel is a wholistic therapist who specializes in relieving anxiety, stress, life dissatisfaction and improving communication with yourself and others She is the Owner and Co-CEO of Altus. She strives to support therapists in taking care of themselves so that they can help their clients do the same. Altus was started out of her desire to create a place where Black people, people on Medicaid and/or people who may not get family support with therapy can have the same therapeutic experience as people with the best insurance or for whom therapy is not taboo. Chanel strives to assist the staff with providing an exceptional and personable experience for everyone.​​
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Therapist- Children and Adults
LaNeece Adams, MSW, LLMSW
LaNeece is dedicated to helping children people through stress, transition and trauma. Someimtes in life, we have a ton of responsibilities and feel like we have little to no control over what is happening, but still have to show up and get stuff done. You want to do well, but it can be hard to even figure out what that means or how to get there. What do you do when you're dealing with a lot and everyone has a say so or some input in to your life? What do you do when it's too loud in your head and your heart and you just need a little slow and quiet? There is no perfect answer, but working with LaNeece can certianly help! If you or your child are experiencing high levels of stress, trauma, change or overwhelm, book an appointment with LaNeece to day. While others may struggle with what to say, how to help you handle things or even have a hard time understanding what you're going through, LaNeece has a strong passion for helping in these exact moments!​​

Therapist- Children and Adults
Shane'Qua Gray, MSW, LLMSW
EMDR Trained Therapist
Shanny is a therapist and life coach whose sole mission is to assist others get their life together, in all areas. She knows that not feeling your best in one area tends to affect other areas and is here to help. Sessions with Shanny offer focused, goal driven time that produces results, period. She specializes in trauma, grief, addiction and life lifeing in general for adults and children 7 and up. She also enjoys working with couples and helping them work through problems together. If you're tired of how things are going now and you want to see change, see Shanny.​​​​​​​​​
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Therapist- Children and Adults
Lauren Denson, MA, LLC
DBT Certified Therapist
Lauren is the therapist for people who are feeling lost, hopeless, stressed, or anxious. She is trained in helping you to move from a space of overwhelm to a space of peace. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, work stress, or body image issues, Lauren can help! She believes in working with her clients to help them take steps to reduce or eliminate the toll stress and emotions are taking on their lives. Through therapy with Lauren you will better understand yourself, your relationships, and you wants and needs. After gaining that clarity, through your work together, you'll have a workable plan to get the things you really desire and fell the way you deseve to feel.​​​​​
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Therapist and Clinical Supervisor - Women
Angilean Fleming, MSW, LMSW
Angilean works with adolescents 16+, men and women of all ages providing individual and group therapy. Emphasizing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and coping skills, Angilean treats people who experience substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, life adjustment difficulties, stress management, mood disorders, and career concerns. She is trained and holds certificates in substance abuse counseling as well as holistic counseling and is an advocate for victims of domestic violence.
Angilean is well versed in assisting people with finding a path to peace and joy in various ways, including holding space for women to heal at her Talk and Tea events. She feels that navigating today’s world is difficult, even under the best circumstances. Why do it alone? Angilean would love to help empower you to feel and be your best!

Therapist- Children and Adults
Frederick Payne, MA, LLC
Freddie specializes in men and women through navigating the challenges of anxiety, trauma, focus, and depression when they have alot of other things going on that require them to show up and deliver. With a unique perspective as a former All-American athlete, Freddie combines a deep understanding of the demands of high performance with expertise in mental health to help clients thrive mentally, professionally and in their relationship with others and themselves. These skills and experience also help Freddie do incredible work with people who tend to have too much on their plate or don't feel very well balanced. Freddie is commitmted to helping clients achieve their full potential in all their endeavors and personal lives.
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Therapist and Clinical Supervisor
LaKeita Cobb, MSW, LMSW
​LaKeita is passionate about helping people from all walks of life in a non-judgmental and understanding way. She values meeting people where they are, while motivating positive change. As a clinician, she firmly believes in the power of active listening and creating a safe space where people can freely express their feelings. LaKeita has over a decade of experience assisting others with taking care of themselves. She manages other clinicians and social workers on a daily basis. She's the person who helps the helpers and is here to help you too!
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Therapist- Children and Adults
Gabrielle Jackson, MA, LLC, CMHP
Gabrielle has years of professional and life experience helping people find their voice. She whole heartedly believes in empowering and equipping her clients with the mindset and tools necessary to overcome the naysayers and the haters, ranging from the thoughts inside your own head to the systems put in place to make you feel like less than you actually are. Her work focuses on helping children, adults in their 30s and younger, and those with disabilities cut through the trauma, negative noise and disappointment that comes with life to build a version of themselves that they truly love and respect. The work won't be easy, but it will be worth it, because your happines and peace are worth it!
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Therapist- Adults and Couples
David Bullock, MSW, LMSW
With over 20 years of in helping others through tough times, David is a great therapist whose approach is grounded in helping people cope with anxiety, life dissatisfaction and stress. He is passionate about helping individuals and families heal from past and present trauma. As a clinician, David believes in the power of a strong partnership between therapist and client built on trust and mutual respect. He is ready to help all clients in a non-judgmental and empathetic manner.
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Social Media Advisor and Admin Assistant
Aliyah Ishmeal
Aliyah is an essential part of the team at Altus. She is the daughter of our CEO Chanel and her beautiful art can often be seen on screen in Chanel’s home office. Aliyah is our Social Media Advisor and Admin Assistant who brings a bright and positive energy to the workplace. She is a funny, sweet, loving, ambitious and brave individual who loves to make TikToks, do art, dance, and spend time with her family. Aliyah is always looking for ways to challenge herself, and she has her sights set on becoming a Lawyer one day. We are so delighted to have Aliyah on our team!
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How It Works

This form sends us the information we need to get your patient profile set up.
You'll be contacted by our nurse regarding filling out your paperwork online via your TherapyPortal.
Once your paperwork is complete and you've signed to give permission for services, the scheduling nurse will get you set up with an appointment.
Insurances We Accept
We only accept the insurances listed. We provide therapy in Detroit, therapy in Ann Arbor and therapy in Michigan online. Please contact your insurance company directly to find out your benefits and out of pocket costs.

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Blue Care Network HMO
Blue Cross Complete
Priority Health PPO
Priority Health HMO
Priority Health Choice- Medicaid
Cigna
Total HealthCare


CoFinity
First Health Network
McLaren Medicaid
Aetna HMO
Aetna PPO
Aetna POS
Aetna EAP
Aetna BetterHealth Medicaid

Straight Medicaid





