Meet Our Team
Office ManageR
Sue Kackmeister
With years of experience in the helping field, Sue is the heart of Middle Path. She’s the first point of contact for clients and staff alike, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Sue’s warmth, dedication, and expertise create a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you have a question, need support, or are ready to begin your healing journey, Sue is here to help every step of the way.
📧 Email: skackmeister@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-7382 (call or text)
Owner
Sara Knutson, LPC
Sara Knutson is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults and couples to navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, trauma, and relationship concerns.
Known for her compassionate and authentic approach, Sara creates a safe space where clients can explore their concerns, discover their strengths, and work toward meaningful change. Whether it’s building skills, addressing past pain, or strengthening relationships, Sara’s goal is to guide clients along their unique path to self-discovery and balance.
Sara provides telehealth appointments and is not accepting new clients at this time.
📧 Email: sknutson@middlepaththerapy.org
Therapists
Amy Brockschmidt, LPC
Amy works with teens and adults to tackle challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, codependency, and addiction. Her approach is grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where clients can build self-awareness and make meaningful changes in their lives.
Amy’s focus is on helping clients reconnect with themselves and the world around them. She’s passionate about guiding people to uncover healthier ways of thinking, solving problems, and moving forward with confidence. Amy sees clients both in-person and via telehealth.
📧 Email: abrockschmidt@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-6356
Amanda Cissé, LMSW
Amanda brings over 15 years of experience to her work as a therapist. She has served in multiple leadership roles, mentoring other therapists and helping them hone their skills. While continuing her dedicated work with various populations, Amanda is passionate about providing therapy for school-aged children and above at Middle Path.
Amanda’s compassionate and experienced approach allows her to connect with children and families, creating a space where growth and healing can occur. Her dedication to helping children navigate life’s challenges shines through in every session.
Amanda accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Blue Care Network.
Morgan Heinlein, LMSW
Morgan is deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate trauma, grief, and loss. She uses her training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients process difficult experiences and move toward healing.
Morgan’s warm and compassionate approach creates a space where clients feel empowered to face life’s challenges. With years of experience in outpatient therapy and community-based programs, Morgan brings a holistic perspective to her work, helping clients rebuild their lives with resilience and strength. She offers both in-person and telehealth sessions.
📧 Email: mheinlein@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-9932
Stacey Herkner, LMSW
Stacey specializes in helping adults with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, and chronic health concerns. Her approach is rooted in creating a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their challenges and take actionable steps toward healing.
Stacey is known for her thoughtful, collaborative style, working closely with clients to ensure they feel supported at every stage of their journey. Whether it’s addressing past trauma or finding new ways to navigate life’s difficulties, Stacey helps her clients feel empowered and encouraged. She offers both in-person and telehealth sessions.
📧 Email: sherkner@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-6003
Thadeus Hupfer, LMSW
Tad, as his clients know him, is a skilled and compassionate therapist who works with teens, adults, and seniors. He has a special focus on grief, couples counseling, LGBTQ+ support, and trauma.
Tad believes therapy is a journey, and he’s honored to walk alongside his clients as they work toward their goals. His flexible and client-centered approach helps people feel understood and supported as they make meaningful progress in their lives. Tad offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
📧 Email: thupfer@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-8486
Insurance Information
Most of our therapists accept a variety of insurances, including Medicaid and Medicare plans. Amanda Cissé accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Blue Care Network only.
For more information about accepted insurances or therapist availability, please reach out to Sue, our Office Manager. She’s happy to answer any questions and guide you through the process of connecting with the right therapist for you.
📧 Email: skackmeister@middlepaththerapy.org
📞 Phone: (989) 574-7382