Our Staff

Located in Cadillac, MI
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Located in Cadillac, MI
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 Meet Our Staff

At Life Skills Psychological Services PC, we offer Licensed Psychologists and Professional Counselors who provide comprehensive services and will devote their time and knowledge for your complete mental wellness. Our front desk and billing staff are professional, genuine, and have your best interest in mind. 
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Gunther Schwartz - Ph.D., LLP

Dr. Schwartz earned his PhD from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. He specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults using individual, marital, and family sessions. Dr. Schwartz has more than 20 years of experience working as a clinician and administrator in the mental health field.

He consults schools, businesses, and organizations relating to mental health, wellness, and performance. Dr. Schwartz brings a warm, caring, and energetic presence to the counseling experience and his clients appreciate the open, engaging, and active way he conducts the counseling session. He integrates a Christian perspective into the research-based, best practice counseling modalities that he uses.
Michelle Morse - Ph.D, LP, LPC

Michelle Morse, Ph.D., LP, LPC

Dr. Morse works with children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in working with traumatized individuals. Dr. Morse is an EMDR therapist registered through EMDRIA and a Trauma and Loss Consultant. She has over 20 years of experience with family issues such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and neglect. EMDR is effective for both major and minor traumas with people of all ages. Other areas of interest include body image issues, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, divorce adjustment, relationship and parenting issues, behavior management, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Matthew VanDerMeulen, Psy.D., LLP

Dr. VanDerMeulen completed his doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration
in Neuropsychology from the University of the Rockies in Denver, CO. Additionally, Dr.
VanDerMeulen completed his Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois
School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, IL., as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology
from Michigan State University. Dr. VanDerMeulen has over 15 years of experience working
with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families focusing on a wide range of issues such as mood related issues, anger, behavioral related issues, severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse and addictions, relationship issues, traumatic brain injuries and other cognitive related issues, as well as sport and performance related issues. Dr. VanDerMeulen also has expertise in psychological and neuropsychological testing and assessment. Dr. VanDerMeulen uses an action-oriented approach to help identify problems, make changes, learn new skills, and reach the goals set forth.
Milinda Cuddeback - MA, LPC, SCL

Milinda Cuddeback, MA, LPC

Milinda is a Michigan-Licensed Professional Counselor who provides therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Milinda is certified in the areas of drug and alcohol addiction, school guidance and careers, trauma, and loss.

In addition, Milinda is experienced in the areas of body image issues and eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, anxiety or stress, depression, adolescent behavior management, family conflict, marriage issues, sexual assault, and domestic violence.

Saige Twombly, Psy.D., LLP

Saige received her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ.  She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Areas of interest include depression, anxiety, behavior management, substance abuse, and adjustment to life changes.  Saige also provides psychological testing and diagnosis of mental health disorders.

In therapy, Saige works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework supplemented with relaxation techniques, family systems theory, motivational interviewing, and other skill sets to match the interests and needs of her clients. 


Jill Farley, LMSW

Jill is a licensed clinical social worker who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Social work from Grand Valley State University.  In addition to working at Life Skills Psychological Services, Jill is an infant mental health specialist home based clinician with Community Mental Health for Central Michigan. Jill’s experience includes working with pregnant moms, infants, adults, all age children and families, including services in the home, schools, court system and community. Jill is endorsed through the Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health and has a strong back ground in child development, trauma, domestic violence, individual and family conflict.  Jill aims to create a safe, supportive, empathic and validating environment for the clients that she sees and has a strong commitment to helping those who are struggling. 

Shaely Cheramie, Psy.D., LLP, 

Dr. Cheramie holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Xavier University of Louisiana. She has training in both inpatient and outpatient therapy within the health service and college counseling center setting. She has acquired experience with a variety of clinical symptomology such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, disruptive behaviors, among other clinical issues. She specializes in treating and assessing trauma-related, mood, and neurodevelopmental disorders in children, adolescents, and adults. She has a clinical background in working with individuals from many diverse populations such as those with mental and physical disabilities. Additionally, she works closely with children/adolescents and their families with social, emotional, educational, and behavioral difficulties. 

Shaely is passionate about the field of clinical psychology and finds her work to be valuable and rewarding with respect to family concerns, family resources, cultural identities, developmental abilities, among other important diverse and multiculturalism factors. She is honored to be a part of Life Skills Psychological Services’ Team and is looking forward to providing tele-health services within the state of Michigan. 

Devin Leivo, Psy.D., LLP, NCC

Devin earned her PsyD in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in New Orleans, LA. She also earned a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyala University of New Orleans. She is a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Devin works with adults and adolescents presenting with a wide range of concerns. She has specialized training working with college students, as she completed her doctoral internship at Grand Valley State University’s Counseling Center. She is also interested in providing affirming mental health services to LGBTQ+ individuals. Devin provides therapy services as well as psychological assessments. She splits her time between providing telehealth services from the West Branch area and in-person services in Cadillac. Devin’s approach to therapy involves providing guidance and support while attending to how clients’ intersecting identities have produced unique individual experiences. She aims to create a safe, collaborative environment in which clients can openly discuss their concerns, learn, and grow.
Derek is a dedicated and compassionate clinical therapist with experience in providing individual and family oriented therapy to diverse populations. He is adept at conducting thorough assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions with a strong focus on trauma-informed care. Derek possesses specialized skills in trauma-focused therapy, guiding clients through the healing process with empathy and a client-centered approach. Take the first step toward a brighter future and call for services today, and let's work together to unlock the strength within you.
Graham is a Doctoral Intern from the University of Indianapolis, where he earned his Master’s degree in clinical psychology. Graham does not take a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Instead, he listens deeply to the needs and desires of each patient and takes special care in setting up an individualized process of psychotherapy. If you feel like something is not quite right in your life, make an appointment with Graham to see how he can help. 

Graham sees all ages for individual, couples/marriage, and group therapy. Graham also conducts educational, diagnostic, and treatment-focused psychological assessment. 

Jeff Jenks, M.A., TLLP* 

Jeff is a Doctoral Intern from Regent University. Pursuing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology has allowed Jeff to work in a variety of settings including community mental health, inpatient hospital, juvenile court, and private practices. Jeff emphasizes a down-to-earth approach to treatment which includes warmth, understanding, and humor, allowing the therapeutic relationship to become a priority. Jeff is passionate about both assessment and therapy and recognizes that these services are often most effective with each other. Jeff emphasizes a flexible approach to therapy that can be personally tailored to what you need most. Jeff's aim is to treat each patient with love, compassion, and respect while challenging them to become their ideal self.
* "A Limited Licensed Psychologist and a Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist may practice under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist."

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