Dearborn East
1 Parklane Blvd, Ste 804 & 811 East
Dearborn, MI 48126
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Please speak with the office about which therapists have availability for new clients.
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Manuel Manrique, PhD, LP
Director
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Dr. Manrique received his Master’s degree and Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. He specializes in adult therapy for anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. He is also trained in child psychology, neuropsychology, and substance abuse. Dr. Manrique is a former professor at University of Michigan-Dearborn, taught at Wayne State University, is affiliated with The Michigan Analytic Institute, and is a published researcher.
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Jesse Chen, MA, TLLP
Jesse received his Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University. His primary interests include working with families, couples, and individual adults. In this vein, he is also interested in working with people from multicultural and LGBTQ+ communities. He has worked with clients who have struggled with depression, anxiety, and relational and familial issues. His therapeutic approach is eclectic and oriented towards existential, psychodynamic, and person-centered therapy. He additionally employs cognitive-based and solution-focused therapies in practice. He works out of the Dearborn East location.
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Yasmeen El-Masry, MA, TLLP
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Yasmeen received her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in
Couples & Family Therapy from Wayne State University. She has experience working with
individuals, families and couples of various ages and backgrounds. Her therapeutic focus
includes working with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression,
interpersonal conflicts, and other mental health conditions. Yasmeen works with family
systems, including couples, children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with issues
related to adjusting to various life changes. Yasmeen uses an integrative approach to
therapy, tailoring her treatment to meet individual client needs. She also administers psychological evaluations and assessments. She is not taking new clients at this time. ​
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Lydia Lorenz, MA, LLPC
Lydia completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wayne State University. Her therapeutic interests include working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, as well as couples seeking to build a stronger relationship. She has experience working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal conflicts. Lydia utilizes an integrative approach to therapy that is rooted in empathy, understanding and compassion.
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Gerry Manrique, MA, LMSW
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Gerry is a Master’s level Clinical Social worker who received his degree from the University of Michigan. He has over twenty years of experience working with adults, youth, and families. Gerry currently works with adults struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression as well as couples who are experiencing conflict in their relationship. Additionally, he has extensive experience working with adolescents having behavioral issues in the home, school, or community. Gerry is fluent in the Spanish language.
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Jordan McKinney, MS, LLPC
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Jordan graduated from Walden University in 2021 with a Master’s of Science in Forensic Psychology, and Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in marriage, couples, and families. Jordan has experience in working with children and adolescents who have ASD, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. She has a strong passion for working with children, adolescents, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, social/school issues, communication, stress management, emotional disturbances, and anger. Jordan strives to create a welcoming, warm environment for all of her clients based on their individual needs. She meets clients on their level and provides an enriching and safe experience for them.
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Olivia Moquin, MS, LLP
Olivia graduated with a Master's degree in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Michigan, Dearborn. Her therapeutic focus includes working with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and emotional disturbance, among other conditions. Olivia also works with families, adolescents, and children who may be struggling with mental health throughout various life changes. Olivia uses an integrative approach to therapy, creating a unique treatment plan to meet each individual client's needs. She also administers psychological evaluations and assessments. Olivia sees clients at the Dearborn East location.
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Mariuana Paynes, MS, TLLP
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Mariuana has a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Capella University. She has interest and experience in working with children, adolescents, and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, peer relations, self-esteem, emotional disturbances, and other psychological disorders. She also has experience working with children and adolescents who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and anxiety disorders. She also administers psychological evaluations and assessments. Mariuana is passionate about creating an individualized therapeutic experience and supportive environment based on each client's unique needs.
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Chris Skinner, MS, TLLP
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Chris completed his Master’s degree in Clinical Health Psychology at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. He utilizes an eclectic therapeutic approach and tailors treatment to each client’s specific needs and goals. Chris is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and various other psychotherapeutic modalities. He specializes in anxiety and depressive disorders and has experience working with adults suffering from chronic illness, co-occurring disorders, mood disorders, interpersonal issues, and severe mental illness. Chris is currently accepting new clients at both the Brownstown and Dearborn East locations.
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Our Interns
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Interns have met their educational requirements and are completing their practicum here at MMP.​
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Tahany Gazali
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Tahany earned her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Psychology from Wayne State
University. She is currently working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at
Wayne State University. She has worked with young adults dealing with depression, anxiety,
ADHD and self-esteem issues. Tahany is passionate about working with clients from various
cultural backgrounds. She works to create a non-judgmental, safe and secure therapeutic
environment for all her clients. ​​
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Ashley McNabb
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Ashley is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. She has become very passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience to help others on their own mental health journeys. Ashley likes to take a holistic, person-centered approach with her clients, focusing on helping them recognize their strengths and strive for growth. Ashley also focuses on cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help clients identify, challenge, and change unwanted or negative thoughts, beliefs, and mindsets. By creating a safe and supportive environment, Ashley hopes to foster healing through building trusting and meaningful connections as well as helping clients develop their own mental health "tool kit." Her interest areas include adults and children facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship conflict, career and education struggles, grief, trauma, and substance abuse.
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Shane Rankin
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Shane received his Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from Grand Valley State University. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Madonna University. Upon successful completion of his Master’s, Shane intends to further his education by going on to earn a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. He is especially interested in working with couples, families, and children. He is also interested in men’s issues and spiritual counseling. He is trained in the psychodynamic approach but also draws from client-centered, emotionally-focused, and humanistic-existential therapies. Shane is committed to helping his clients overcome life’s challenges and achieve personal growth.
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