Jennifer Maise-Cormier, LPC

Jennifer Maise-Cormier is an addiction specialist based in Michigan who brings more than a decade of experience to intensive outpatient group therapy. She has spent over 10 years leading IOP groups for people of all ages, helping them replace destructive habits with healthier routines and regain control over day-to-day choices. Jennifer holds the LPC credential and the Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor credential - CAADC - which reflects advanced training in addiction counseling in Michigan.

She approaches each person as a whole, learning about their history, current challenges, and future goals before co-creating practical strategies. Listening carefully and truly hearing what clients say is central to her work. Together with clients she explores what has already been tried, brainstorms new options, and supports the development of skills that make better decisions more possible. Jennifer frames addiction as a disease that can overtake decision making, and she focuses on restoring agency and adaptive habits rather than assigning blame.

Outside of her counseling practice she enjoys northern Michigan, kayaking with her dogs, biking both with and without motors, and exploring the wider world.

Evidence-Based Addiction Care and Flexible Online Options

Jennifer’s practice centers on intensive outpatient group therapy and focused addiction counseling. Intensive outpatient group therapy (IOP) provides structured, recurring group sessions where participants learn practical coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and new daily routines while maintaining other life responsibilities. Addiction-focused counseling draws on advanced training from her CAADC credential and emphasizes restoring decision-making, managing cravings, and rebuilding healthy habits.

She also integrates coaching and skills-building into her work to help clients translate insights into sustainable behavior change. That coaching approach focuses on concrete goal-setting, problem-solving, and developing routines that support recovery and well-being.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer collaborates with each person to determine what techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds. Online therapy makes that collaboration easier to access. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow for flexible scheduling, continuity of care during life transitions, and a range of communication styles so clients can engage in the way that works best for them.