"West Michigan Counseling & Psychological Services strives to help others achieve their greatest potential through personal growth and development. A focus on positive growth in personal relationships is preferred while working toward mutually agreed upon goals. "

"I work with clients who have various types of trauma, and its effects on the individual and their environment. My experience in the field began with providing therapy for adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental heath disorders. I have worked with people who suffer with many different forms of trauma and traumatic experiences. I have also work with clients dealing with loss and grief. I have an extensive experience working as a first responder (firefighter, paramedic, and police officer) before I entered in to my career as a counselor. I also specialize in working with first responders and their unique needs."

" I believe in the power of therapy to be a catalyst for growth, to gain new perspectives for tackling challenges, and to improve dynamics between individuals and within families. However, it all starts with relationship. I am committed to creating an inviting, safe space for my clients. My sixteen years as a progressive educator provide the roots of my growth-oriented approach and are the foundation on which I work to collaborate with clients when learning new skills, new perspectives or processing painful life events. "

"All people have stories that are worthy of respect and understanding. My first priority is to help you feel comfortable in sharing your story with me. I welcome clients who seek therapy for a variety of topics, including anxiety, depression, bipolar, substance use, trauma, relationship difficulties, insomnia, and forming life goals. I work with adolescents and adults of all ages. "

" Everyone has challenges they will face throughout their life, and we all have times that we need extra support. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where we can work together and use a variety of creative interventions to build off of your own strengths to help you find your path to success! My focus areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship building, life transitions, stress management, and family communication. "

"Psychological well being is an important aspect of overall health. Counseling can be a way to work through difficult life situations, manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or other conditions, or a way to explore new avenues of coping. I believe counseling works best when both the therapist and the client are actively involved in the process. I believe therapy should be catered to the individual and the client should be seen as a whole person rather than broken apart into their symptoms."

"During the national pandemic, the Governor has issued a "stay home, stay safe" order that allows me to continue to hold private online, video or phone sessions with clients on Doxy.me. After our initial intake over the phone, I will give you an email address that we can safely and securely meet up for the intake and future sessions. The appointment will be very similar to Facetime, Skype or Zoom however, we are using a medical line that is strictly protected and secure. "

"I completed my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan and hold a B.A. in Psychology and Anthropology/Sociology from Kalamazoo College. My diverse work, education, and training experiences have provided the opportunity to work with female and male adults and adolescents in individual and group therapeutic settings. My therapeutic approach derives from a relational perspective and I utilize cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, person-centered, and holistic health approaches in our session."

""There are far better things ahead, than any we leave behind." C.S. Lewis. My aim is to provide a safe/non judgmental environment for my clients to be able to address obstacles and live their best life. I encourage my clients to share their challenges so we can work together to overcome them in ways that feel empowering. My background in crisis management and community mental health has influenced me in the efficient and timely development of strategies and coping skills to help my clients. Evenings and Teletherapy offered. "

"I enjoy working with clients through life transitions and helping people work toward a better and more comfortable place in their lives. I work with persons of any age with depression and anxiety, addressing the causes and finding treatments options that fit for each individual. I like helping families and children work together on childhood issues such as school problems, worry and anxiety and behavioral issues that are impacting the child's functioning."

"Finding the right person to talk to and connect with can be stressful, but it should be easy. My goal is to help you reach your goals in a comfortable, warm, and supportive environment; free from judgment and personal agendas. It's important for us to have a collaborative relationship where you feel free to share your thoughts, feelings, and opinions and make the changes that will improve your life. I am passionate about what I do, and look forward to helping you to free yourself from personal conflicts and issues that are weighing you down."

"I assist individuals and families in solving problems as they work toward recovery from addiction and other mental health conditions. I can serve as a guide, resource and source of strength for those who wish to undertake this journey. For individuals, I have an extensive background in substance use and other mental disorders and can help you work through the problems associated with those disorders. For families, I can also assist in helping parents, spouses and/or children understand what is happening to their loved one and provide coping skills for the challenges presented by the problems of the mind."

"Each of us have our own personal strengths to build upon. I provide a warm, safe, and judgment free environment and view all concerns brought to me as an opportunity to assist each individual to improve their situation. Your time is important to me!"

"*Online only* I love working with adolescents and adults who feel out of balance. Many people I work with need to process through difficult thoughts and work towards logical solutions. My background in higher education and Mindful CBT helps build confidence in decision making. My passion is to help people minimize anxiety and the effects of stress, explore self knowledge, build connection in their relationships and set realistic goals to improve their quality of life. I will work with you to build a therapeutic environment online through secure video sessions catered to your needs "

"BILINGUAL - My cultural background has been a major inspiration in my efforts to guide and empower ethnically diverse people through effective counseling by offering services in both English and Spanish. My comprehensive approach to mental heath seeks to deliver holistic, individualized guidance based on the needs of my clients through the implementation of various therapies best suited for their lifestyles: group, individual, interpersonal, family therapy, and more."

"Everyone struggles from time to time. Whatever has come your way - depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, emotional conflict or crisis - searching for relief is a courageous first step and a sign of great strength, not weakness. By helping people feel comfortable talking about the struggles in their lives, they can figure out ways to make things better. However, this is not easy, especially when you're overwhelmed. By providing real solutions to your struggles, I strive to help you mobilize your strengths and cope effectively with the life challenges you are facing."

"Life's challenges can become overwhelming and we can feel anxious, hopeless, depressed, and simply stuck."

"My goal is to help clients achieve improved functioning as quickly as possible. I believe the most powerful transformation comes from a combination of behaviorally-based counseling, for example, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and techniques that help reset non-adaptive patterns, including NFB, other forms of biofeedback (BFB), such as heart rate variability BFB, emotional freedom technique (EFT), and a personality assessment I use called the Enneagram. These techniques provide the foundation for holistically examining issues that stand in the way of a fuller life. "

"My goal as a counselor is to create a safe and inviting atmosphere that will allow you to work toward better personal mental health and wellness. Making positive changes in our lives is one of the hardest and yet most rewarding things we can do. I want to empower you and encourage you to discover what changes will work best in your life. I want to walk alongside you and help you to see your goals clearly so that you can have success in reaching them and finding some relief from the stress in your life."

"As I think about how change occurs for a person, I am struck by the recognition that life is full of opportunities for change, for individual growth. Sometimes these opportunities are not clear to the person because the trauma, personal or relational difficulty, fear, depression, or anxiety being experienced can be so overwhelming that one's ability to take action is clouded. In my work, I have become very mindful of the resiliency of the human spirit. I have witnessed this resiliency in times of trauma, pain, and loss. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to address your concerns."