Tarek Z Kanaan
Tar-eck
LLMSW-C
Psychotherapist
Offers in person sessions in Plymouth, MI.
Offering virtual sessions.
Populations Served
Adults
Young Adults
Teens
Seniors
Specialty Areas
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Faith & Spirituality
Relationship Issues
Therapeutic Biography
Healing Through Connection & Clarity
"I believe that while life can feel like a complex machine with broken parts, your path to healing doesn’t have to be a mystery."
If you feel weighed down by the heavy fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the feeling of being "stuck" in a cycle of addiction, you are not alone. Whether you are a couple trying to navigate the debris of a fractured relationship or an individual struggling to manage the unique wiring of ADHD, I am here to help you find a way forward.
As a Limited Licensed Clinical Therapist, my goal is to help you achieve a sense of inner freedom. I specialize in:
·         Depression & Anxiety: Providing tools to quiet the noise and regain your spark.
·         Men's Issues & Addiction Recovery: Specializing in substance and porn addiction with a non-judgmental, restorative approach.Â
·         ADHD Focus: Creating practical systems to help you thrive in a world not always built for your brain.
·         Christian Counseling: Integrating faith-based perspectives for those who want their spiritual values at the heart of their healing.
·         Couples Healing: Helping partners bridge the gap of misunderstanding to rebuild trust and intimacy.
My Journey: From Engineering to Empathy
My path to clinical work was not traditional. I earned my first degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and spent over 11 years in the Detroit Auto Industry. During that decade of troubleshooting systems and analyzing data, I realized that the most important "systems" I cared about weren't under a hood—they were human.
I chose to pivot toward a career where I could be more directly connected to people in their most vulnerable moments. I returned to the University of Michigan to obtain my Master of Clinical Social Work, merging my lifelong analytical mind with a deep, compassionate commitment to human flourishing. I also owned a health beverage business geared towards helping folks obtain healthy soda and beer alternatives that sold semi-nationally based in Ypsilanti for 17 years!
My Approach
I bring the precision of an engineer and the heart of a therapist to every session. I won't just listen; I will partner with you to identify the patterns that are holding you back and develop a "blueprint" for your growth. My style is direct, collaborative, and deeply rooted in the belief that everyone has the capacity to reach their fullest potential.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward a clearer, more connected life, I invite you to reach out. Let’s work together to help you breathe easier and live more authentically.

Practicing Since 2009
Certifications
Michigan Board of Social Workers - Master of Social Work Clinical License Number 6851091689
Master's of Social Work, University of Michigan, 2008
Payment Methods
Blue Cross Blue Shield (Michigan, out-of-state plans and Medicare)
BCBS - Federal Employee Program
Aetna
HAP
Priority Health
Medicare Part B
Out-Of-Network Insurance Reimbursement
Private Pay
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