Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science Medical Technology 1978
Spring Arbor University
Master of Arts Counseling 2008
A little about me
I chose to enter the field of counseling because my own journey with counseling completely changed my life. I can honestly say I have become the person I always wanted to be. I was able to leave behind doubt, fear, and worry, and discovered that I could become more fearless, able to take risks and be better at negotiating the “ups and downs” of life without getting stuck.
I started my career as a Medical Technologist working in medical laboratories. I found myself constantly approached by the other staff for advice. They found me very easy to talk to and I liked listening to them. It came naturally to me.
Experience
After obtaining a Master of Arts degree in Counseling I have worked in Community Mental Health, for Non-Profit Mental Health Agencies, as a Home-based Family Counselor and in a Private Group Practice.
Activities & Affiliations
Michigan Counseling Association
TWAW, Home of Cascades falls Shooting Chapter
Biblical Studies at The Way College of Emporia
Licenses
Licensed Professional Counselor in State of Michigan
Let’s begin your own journey to purpose and passion.
Marilyn Acton-Dowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA,
LPC
Acton Family Counseling, PLLC
915 Airport Road
Jackson, MI 49202
Call Marilyn Acton-Dowell (517) 206-7879
“Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence.”