Breathe. Talk. Heal.
Virtual mental health therapy in Michigan provided by licensed professionals
About Need to Talk Therapy, LLC
Hello, I’m Mariekie!
I created this company with my husband, Brent, because we wanted to be a part of a practice that aligned well with our values as social workers and open-minded people.
Our practice is founded on people-centered therapy. You bring your strengths, experiences, and struggles, and we use those as guides to determine how to use our knowledge, skills and experience to accomplish the goals you set.
Principles of Need to Talk Therapy, LLC:
Being welcoming towards people on the spectrums of sexual and gender orientation
Adhering to ethical guidelines by our professional licensing body (LARA)
Ensuring confidentiality & privacy
Providing respect and non-discrimination for every client
Using evidence-based practice, client autonomy, professionalism & inclusivity to guide treatment
Meet our therapists
Mariekie Parzuchowski, LMSW, CCTP
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My current focus is on how trauma impacts people, and how to move forward from those experiences. Traumatic experiences cause many reactions- intense emotions, thoughts that feel impossible to overcome, and behaviors that frustrate even those who are doing the things. I work with anyone who sees themself in this description.
I am also affirming in gender & sexual orientation, as well as welcoming to those practicing ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and kink.
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I draw from a few different modalities and customize treatment to meet you where you’re at to finally move forward. The modalities I use include:
EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing)
Parts work
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
Somatic work (guided by Polyvagal Theory)
Narrative therapy
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I started my career working with people in 2013 as a intern for the Wayne County 24-hour CPS unit. Since then, I’ve worked with women and girls who have been abused in a shelter setting, adults with traumatic brain injuries in a residential setting, adolescents in a community setting to improve their outcomes through a diversion project, pre-school aged kids on the Autism Spectrum in a school setting using applied behavior analysis (ABA), people in crisis through a national helpline and managing a mobile crisis unit, people diagnosed with severe mental health issues on an assertive community treatment team, and since 2023, as a private practice therapist.
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I’m a therapist, artist, voracious reader, wife, dog mom, and fitness enthusiast. I love what I do, and I am always trying to find ways to learn more about the different things I enjoy and expand my interests. I would love if you recommended me your favorite book!
“Trauma compromises our ability to engage with others by replacing our patterns of connection with patterns of protection”
Brent Parzuchowski, LMSW
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I work with anyone who is looking for a laid-back perspective-changing conversation. I focus on strengthening self-esteem in decision making and finding clarity in emotions that feel uncomfortable. I am open to working with people aged 10 and up, adolescents and adults included. When I work with younger folk, I will work with the parents (with the client’s assent) to try to find ways to bridge miscommunications that may be leading to increased stress.
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My style is mainly conversation based. It’s low-pressure and changes occur gradually as perspectives shift. I use evidence-based practices in this style, including:
EFT (Emotions-Focused Therapy)
Family systems therapy
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
ADHD-focused interventions
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From 2016 to 2021, I worked at a shelter for homeless youth through a major mental health provider in West Grand Rapids. Since 2021, I’ve been in private practice, developing my skills in working with adults, adolescents and children find their confidence.
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When I’m not in the therapy office, I am an avid videogame & disc golf player, and I enjoy spending time with my wife and our feisty dog, Vader.
“We may not be responsible for the world that created our minds, but we can take responsibility for the mind with which we create our world”
Costs
Payments accepted
Aetna
ASR (Physician’s Healthcare)
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Complete
Cash Pay
HSA (Health Savings Account)
McLaren Medicaid
Meridian Commercial
Priority Health
Priority Health Medicaid
United Healthcare Medicaid
Straight Medicaid
Cost transparency
All costs on a per-session basis
Insurance cost set by individual insurance plan
Cash pay cost: $125
Sliding scale available
$50 late cancellation (24 hours) & no-show fee
No fees if on an eligible & active Medicaid plan
Payment plans available
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you.
If you have any questions or hesitancies about therapy, we’d love to chat- no pressure!
If you’d like to work with one of us, go ahead and send us a message through our contact form and your message will be directed to the correct clinician. Please include your preferred name, type of insurance, general issue you want to address, and the best way to contact you.
Your preferred clinician will be in touch about scheduling within 2 business days. Thank you!
Warmly,
Mariekie & Brent Parzuchowski
Need to Talk Therapy, LLC
FAQ
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What brings people to therapy?
Therapy is for anyone who wants a different perspective. Whether that’s feeling like you’re in a rut, even if things aren’t technically going wrong, up to being in a tough spot where you’re struggling to function. Clinicians are trained to meet you where you’re at, and that doesn’t always mean at your worst!
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What do I say when I reach out?
When you reach out, include your name, type of insurance, preferred contact information, and general issue you’d like to discuss. This doesn’t have to be detailed by any means- we’re really just trying to make sure we’re the right fit for what you ‘re looking for.
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Are there any hidden costs?
Need to Talk Therapy, LLC is focused on transparency. There are no hidden costs- our fees are public on our site. We will complete a verification of benefits from your insurance to get an estimated cost for you prior to services to check for copays or deductibles.
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What does the appointment look like?
The first appointment is focused on getting to know you, gathering history that may be relevant to what you’d like to focus on, and setting goals for treatment. The clinicians will guide you through this process, and it’s totally up to you what you share. Subsequent sessions will be structured depending on the goals you set and the style of the clinician.
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What if I'm not ready to talk about something?
That’s okay! Many people take awhile to open up about the harder things they face or have faced. It is up to each client to determine the pace of sharing. In therapy, the relationship is everything, and trust is earned.
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What if I can't do therapy anymore?
Every client is a person before they are a client! Things come up in life, and not everyone is for everyone. We understand, and it’s okay (really!). Just please let your therapist know so there isn’t any confusion or no-show fees.