About us...

History

Self-Reflections was founded by two clinical social workers to meet the growing mental health needs. After years of directly serving the public mental health system, this is our opportunity to give back to our community. Through a holistic approach, we provide professional clinical services using the best practices and empirically proven methods. A high value is placed on confidentially and coordinating care with other providers. 

Co-Founders

Nisha Tebear-Coolman, LMSW, CEO

Nisha is a fully licensed MSW. She earned her BSW at Northern Michigan University and her MSW from Western New Mexico University.  Nisha has worked with various populations throughout her career. This ranges from community advocacy, community organizations, homeless services, post adoption and foster care services, infant mental health and adults with serious mental illness. Nisha is an experienced clinical supervisor and has always had a passion for working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities. 

Michael St. John, LMSW, CFO

Michael is also a fully licensed MSW. He earned his BSW at Central Michigan University and his MSW from Michigan State University. His career experience is also varied across populations. He has worked with adults with serious mental illness, intellectually developmentally disabled adults, nursing homes, community organizations, substance abuse services, courts and the Council on Aging. Michael is an experienced clinical supervisor and a former CEO for a public mental health system. Michael is trained in various therapy practices. 

Board of Directors

Self-Reflections is a Non-Profit Organization, 501(c)(3) We are led by a policy board comprised of members who have worked in the mental health field, along with years of service in other helping professions.   Our passion is to provide mental health services to the community. Our primary focus is to service our underserved area and continue to support our local community. We would like to thank our board of directors for their efforts to help our organization grow into what it is today. 

Board - Chair

Barb Laughbaum 

Board- Vice Chair

Kami young

Board - Secretary

Cheryl Corden

Member

Faye Whitte

Member

Lisa Valiquette

Board Meeting Information: The next Board Meeting will be held on 12/4/2024 at 5:30 pm