Our Story

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 With nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Ziglor has devoted her career to walking alongside children, adolescents, young adults, and families — in classrooms, clinics, schools, and communities. As a therapist, educator, trainer, and consultant, she brings a genuine passion for helping people discover their strengths, build resilience, and develop the tools to face whatever life brings. For her, this work is not just a profession — it is a calling.

Dr. Ziglor holds a Bachelor's degree in both Developmental Psychology and Social Work from the University of Windsor, a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a concentration in Children and Families, and a Doctorate in Social Work from Simmons University.

Her clinical background spans individual, group, and family therapy across a range of settings, including day treatment programs and schools. Before transitioning into higher education, she served as a School-Based Clinical Therapist within an urban school district through a Community Mental Health agency — providing assessments, treatment, and crisis intervention to more than 200 high school students and families annually.

As an Associate Professor at the University of Detroit Mercy, Dr. Ziglor prepares the next generation of helping professionals with skills in communication, rapport-building, empathy, and client-centered care. She also serves as an Adjunct Lecturer and Field Advisor at the University of Michigan School of Social Work, where she continues to invest in students entering the profession.

Dr. Ziglor holds State Licensure in Michigan and Illinois, with specialized training in trauma-informed care and a focus on serving those who have experienced trauma. Her commitment to mental health extends beyond the classroom and clinic — as a certified trainer in Youth Mental Health First Aid© and QPR© Suicide Prevention, she delivers these vital trainings throughout the year. She currently provides therapy through her private practice, A-Z Counseling, LLC, and through an area group practice.