Partnered Paths

Partnered Paths is a therapy provider dedicated to helping individuals and couples in Michigan and North Carolina navigate their unique healing journeys. Established in 2016, our practice is built on the cornerstone of fostering a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can feel empowered to make meaningful, long-lasting changes in their lives. We specialize in providing both individual and couples counseling services, as well as workshops and support for new parents.

Our Mission and Values

At Partnered Paths, we are committed to helping our clients take their next steps, wherever that may be in their personal growth journey. Our dedicated team of therapists provides a thorough assessment of each client's needs, working closely with them to establish clear goals, create a personalized treatment plan, and monitor progress along the way. We believe that the relationship between therapist and client is a crucial component of the therapy process, and we strive to foster a trusted and empowering relationship with each person we work with.

Comfort, Convenience, and Advanced Training

Partnered Paths is proud to offer the flexibility, convenience, and accessibility of online therapy. By meeting virtually, our clients can attend sessions from the comfort of their own homes, at times that work best for their busy schedules. Online therapy can also make it possible for clients to work with a therapist who has advanced training in specific areas of expertise. Our therapists undergo ongoing professional development in a variety of therapeutic techniques and approaches to provide the best possible care for each client.

Confidentiality, Security, and Flexibility for Families

We take confidentiality very seriously at Partnered Paths. All online sessions are held on a HIPAA-compliant platform to ensure secure, private communication. Additionally, we offer flexible scheduling options for families, allowing parents to include or exclude children from sessions based on appropriateness, age, and developmental considerations. Our online therapists are trained to address a wide range of concerns, from individual struggles to relationship dynamics and beyond.

Individual Counseling: Empowering Personal Growth

Our individual counseling services are tailored to meet the unique needs, challenges, and goals of each client. Through a compassionate, strengths-based approach, our therapists help clients explore and process struggles from the past, navigate everyday obstacles, work through traumas, and develop healthier coping strategies. We believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing, and we are dedicated to supporting our clients on their journeys of self-discovery and personal transformation.

Couples Counseling: Strengthening Bonds and Fostering Connection

At Partnered Paths, we believe that strong, healthy relationships are the foundation of a happy, fulfilling life. We specialize in working with couples from all walks of life and stages of their relationships, from premarital support to marriage therapy, repairing and restoring trust, communication skills, and navigating major life transitions together. Our therapists are committed to helping couples deepen their connection, strengthen their bonds, and build a lasting, meaningful partnership.

Meet the Therapist: Natasha Wippel, LMFT

Natasha Wippel, the founder and lead therapist at Partnered Paths, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina and Michigan. With a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University and a Bachelor's degree in High School Social Studies Education, Natasha has spent her career dedicated to helping individuals and couples better understand and navigate their relationships and personal challenges.

Natasha has extensive training in various therapeutic techniques, including the Prepare-Enrich Facilitator, Bringing Home Baby Educator, Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1, 2, & 3, Gottman Couples and Addiction Training, EFT Externship & Core Skills, TF-CBT, CPT, and is a Board Certified - TeleMental Health Provider. She brings a wealth of expertise, passion, and commitment to her work with clients at Partnered Paths.