Hello! I believe in a holistic approach to treatment and meeting the client where they are to assist them in where they want to be. I offer a unique understanding and appreciation for those who are also in the helping profession. My empathetic and culturally sensitive method strengthens self-esteem and motivation; heals abuse; rebuilds careers; resolves conflicts; supports dreams; teaches effective communication/relationship skills; helps to lower reactivity; identifies triggers; lessens anxiety...
Let's rediscover your happiness - or redefine it. Let's evolve stale relationships; generate meaningful experiences at work; introduce more peace and control at home. Wherever you are struggling, I help you create a new lense through which you will gain insight into your thought patterns and behaviors and ultimately feel better. I earned my Master's degree in both clinical/community and school counseling, and a Master's degree in secondary education. I taught for 11 years, incorporating much ado...
We are seeing clients virtually and in person in Brighton and East Lansing & Okemos depending on availability! We believe in the power to restore and heal through the process of counseling. Restoration means an act of restoring or the condition of being restored, such as bringing back to a former position or condition. Here at Restore & Renew Counseling, we believe in the mission of working with our clients to achieve a restored sense of self and renewal. We strive to create a judgement free e...
My goal is to create a place for you to be open and honest without judgment. This is critical as counseling is a personal journey. I understand fully the pressures/struggles that life places in our paths. I actively listen to what you want to achieve and work diligently alongside you toward making that a reality....
It is a sign of strength to get help when life gets challenging. The transition to college is huge and especially challenging after years of having life structured for you. Let’s work together to help you feel better and get back on track to bring out the best version of you. We will work on ways to cope with anxiety, clean up self-talk, and work on boundaries if need be. We can work on creating some structure with some flexibility that works for you. I look forward to hearing from you!...
Do you have recurring behaviors and patterns you want to change? Do you feel you want to live a more authentic life and are unsure how? Maybe I can help; I specialize in helping people become flexible and open to the fluidity of life. We can work together in a safe, non-judgmental environment that supports and helps you recognize your highest potential. I am empathetic, compassionate, and honest. As a social worker, I have supported and empowered individuals, families, and communities for ove...
Are you experiencing emotions that are difficult to manage on your own? I specialize in helping you learn to cope with overwhelming emotions, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, boundaries, anxiety, and chronic illness. I integrate evidence-based practices to guide you through roadblocks that keep you stuck. My therapeutic approaches are CBT, strengths-based, and integrative; meeting you where you are at, and assisting you with where you want to be. I obtained my Masters in Cli...
We could all use a little help at some point and a safe place to receive support. Seeking help and counseling is a courageous act. I’m here to help you explore aspects of your life that may be too hard to look at on your own, gain clarity in areas that you can’t quite make sense of yet and illuminate skills, resources and values that have been muddled for you. I am deeply committed to helping my clients heal and thrive as they cope with anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, body image conc...
My career has focused on working with students, faculty, and staff at large universities and health care systems as well as providing counseling/therapy in private practice. I have extensive experience counseling, advising, and supporting students in medicine, STEM, law and a wide variety of academic disciplines as they adjust to the demands of undergraduate and graduate/professional programs. We focus on personal well-being, strategies to identify stressors, calm the nervous system/reduce sym...
I'm a psychotherapist in Grand Rapids who specializes in treating young adults who struggle with various mental health concerns using an eclectic blend of treatment approaches. My office is conveniently located across the street from Calvin University. Put your health and well being first!...
When I was a student in college, my parents were going through a bitter divorce and I lost a close friend from school and three family members all in one year. I felt as if I was losing my mind. My close friends connected me with a therapist and it literally changed my life. I felt heard, supported and validated and was given permission to let things go and actually focus on my issues and my needs instead of everyone else’s. This is one of the main reasons why I practice therapy and have a h...
Hi, I'm so glad you decided to ask for help! You probably experience lots of stress, between work and school, and other life commitments. You may even be questioning personal things about yourself, now that you're out on your own - what kind of person you are, what kind of body image you have or want to have, sexuality and gender concerns, making friends, or managing home/school/life balance. I would love to help you become more of who you want to be, and live a happier, more carefree lifestyle...
Are you feeling anxious, nervous, or overwhelmed? Are you confused, sad, or not able to enjoy your life? Do you feel like your situation is hopeless and cannot get better? If so, I do not want you to believe that you have to live your life this way. I help people gain control over their symptoms, understand why they feel the way they do, increase their confidence, and enjoy their lives. I describe myself as a CBT Psychotherapist; meaning I want to help you understand why you are having sympto...
Asking for help can be difficult! I understand that entering therapy can be a big step and how important it is that you feel respected and listened to. I have over 20 years of experience helping clients navigate difficult times in their lives and to feel empowered making changes in their relationships, careers or personal goals. Together, we will identify a treatment strategy that focuses on the issues and changes that you identify and are ready to address. I have recently relocated to Colora...
My goal is to help you reach yours! I know how challenging college transitions can be and am familiar with the many stressors of young adulthood. Like you, I believe in the importance of education and I am here to help you through the difficult times and celebrate your wins along the way. Feel free to reach out and see if we're a good fit!...
Are things hard right now and you feel like you are barely treading water, or not coping as you would like? Well, I am here to wade through it with you, and help you to adapt, heal, grow, and reclaim your life so you can thrive, not just survive. Typically, my clients are adults and career professionals that struggle with a variety of issues including anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, life stressors , personal growth and more. Most seek out therapy because either something big happened ...
Does the word “people-pleaser” apply to you? Do you find yourself often swept away in the whirlwind of other people’s troubles? Is it challenging to get what you need and want from others? Have you maybe become aware of some trauma and want to begin healing from it? Are you ready and motivated to grow more as a person and live a more authentic life? I can help! I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. I’m here to help you access your own power to create the changes you want to ...
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Elevate Counseling and Community Services, LLC is a mental health private practice that was founded to provide personalized therapy for individuals in Michigan. Our goal is to help you overcome obstacles to help you live a fulfilling life. We have a client-centered and strength-based theoretical orientation, meaning when you work with a therapist at Elevate Counseling, we seek to help you identify appropriate treatment goals and reach them based on the strengths you possess. Elevate Counse...
I'm a clinical social worker rooted in the ideals of self-determination, community justice, dignity, and liberation. I love working with youth and adults who have experienced life's hard edges and are ready to grow through the struggle. Whether it's dealing with the effects of trauma, depression or anxiety, issues in your relationships with yourself or others, the struggle of bringing your full and complex self into the world, or the psychic toll of structural inequality, I'll help you take stoc...