Real people who genuinely care

Johanna received her Masters in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University with a concentration in Children and Family Services. She has worked in the Social Work field since 1983.

Johanna founded the William A. Presti Center for Families and Youth to provide a caring, empathetic, supportive environment for people struggling with emotional and mental health issues — and to keep services at a price that actually makes care accessible.

Over her career, Johanna has worked with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, loss, low self-esteem, depression, and other emotional and mental health concerns. She has served as a Therapist, Coach, and Case Manager across mental health, education, and residential settings, and supervised programs for chronically mentally ill and head-injured adults.

Today, Johanna's focus is the ongoing development of the center. She's proud of the team of therapists, coaches, and support staff she's built — and honored to serve Livingston County and the surrounding communities.

Arica received her Bachelor's degree in Art History from Kalamazoo College and her Masters in Social Work from Loyola University.

As Operations Director, Arica oversees and manages all daily operations at the center — caseload reporting, employee onboarding, compliance, and ongoing training for our staff. She's the steady hand behind the scenes that keeps the practice running smoothly so our clinicians can focus on clients.

Kisha received her Masters in Social Work from Michigan State University and her Bachelor of Science from Baker College.

Kisha specializes in working with children and teens, though she has deep experience across all age groups — from clients as young as two through adulthood. Her clinical focus includes trauma, anxiety, depression, and family conflict. Her passion is helping clients heal from emotional pain and live empowered lives.

In her work with children and teens, Kisha incorporates mindfulness, play therapy, and art therapy. She validates her clients' feelings, listens to their stories, and provides a safe, welcoming, judgment-free space — whether in person or virtual. She works with your strengths to help you reach your goals, understanding that life is always changing.

Marcie is an accredited Certified Life Coach. She works with couples navigating unhealthy communication, long-standing unresolved conflicts, intimacy issues, trust issues, and pre-marital exploration — bringing a supportive, solution-focused approach to resolving conflict.

Marcie also works with adults moving through life transitions: divorce, grief and loss, career change, isolation, low self-esteem, and spiritual exploration. She believes everyone has the power to create the life they desire, and her role is to provide the tools and support to make that happen.

Over 50-plus years of her own life experiences have deepened her compassion and empathy — especially for people dealing with emotional and physical pain. She draws on a wide range of healing modalities to support growth and transformation, and works collaboratively with clients in a warm, welcoming environment where they feel seen and heard.

Mitchell earned his Bachelor's in Psychology from Grand Valley State University and his Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He's also a Certified Life Coach.

Mitchell has expertise working with teens, adults, and children experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, and relationship and peer issues. He has worked as a Behavioral Specialist with children and teens diagnosed with autism. Mitchell utilizes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy in his work with clients. He has mentored teens and taught them the value of teamwork and mutual respect.

In sessions, Mitchell brings a strong focus on building a warm, trusting, collaborative relationship. He helps clients gain clarity and find new, healthier perspectives on their emotional struggles.