"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."

"Welcome! I have 2 core therapy philosophies: First, your thoughts will mislead you, if unexamined. Second: "Live Your Best Life" - not your diagnoses or issues. You're here because: 1. You're suffering from painful thoughts and overwhelming feelings; 2. Self-destructive habits are harming your progress and relationships; 3. You want to Safely collaborate with a warm, dynamic expert to solve confusing issues. I can help! I'm a Seasoned, Clinically-Licensed Therapist employing: CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy); DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy); S/A (Substance Abuse Therapy); MAT (Mindfulness Awareness Training) and TIP (Thought Inquiry Power)."

"I am a seasoned psychologist who will listen attentively to your concerns, and provide compassionate support. I have over 30 years of clinical experience with a wide variety of clients. I will use my training, extensive experience, and personal skills to set you at ease, and to assist you in expressing yourself, gaining insight, resolving struggles, setting goals, and making or maintaining changes."

"I specialize in sexual and substance addictions, and parenting issues related to fostering and adoption. I am here to help if you are considering making a change or need support trying to figure out what needs to change."

"Life is filled with times of joy and challenges. We all encounter life adjustments or major decisions that are overwhelming, and experience sadness or depression that make it hard to engage in work and social events. Traumas that occurred earlier in life can also affect us in ways we don't expect, requiring some help to understand and process. From a cognitive behavioral approach, our goal is to focus on reducing symptoms and identifying problematic thinking, through the process of exploration to help alleviate difficulties in everyday life."

"I believe that the process of therapy is one of collaboration, encouragement, and challenge. I am passionate about helping clients to identify, refute, and change their negative thoughts in order to develop a positive attitude and adaptive behaviors. "

"I am a Solution Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, which concentrates on problem solving rather than the situation itself. I create an environment that fosters the feeling that you have an advocate who helps you navigate through situations, which may be difficult. I love being a therapist and that comes through by demonstrating a genuine concern with the issues you bring forth. I am committed to engaging in meaningful dialogue with you in order to recognize and help foster an understanding of your struggles, needs, and personal goals. I will also strive to enable you to find strategies to cope with and resolve any issues."

"I believe in order to make changes in our lives, we must first examine the impact that past relationships, experiences, and environments have had on us. The therapeutic process allows us to examine and process how things that have happened to us can impact who we are as individuals and integrate the past into who we are in the present. The therapeutic relationship can help us to identify sources of resilience and strength that can help us to overcome past negative experiences. By connecting our past with who we are in the present, we can start the process of change."

"There is no greater joy than to serve and empower others. I believe therapy is relational and my role is to empower and instill hope to adolescents, families, and individuals that may be having challenges overcoming daily life stressors. We will work together to set achievable goals, gain personal insight, and move towards a place of healing in a judgment free zone. "

"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."

"I consider being a therapist a unique privilege. For someone to meet a complete stranger, feel safe enough to take risks, and disclose very personal details of one's life takes great courage and commitment to one's self. I believe in creating a safe, confidential environment free of judgment and one of trust and acceptance. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families achieve the goals they set for themselves as they seek to be healthier, happier, and create a new life path and, perhaps, a new life story."

"I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan. I have many years of experience in counseling working with individuals and groups. Often I found that people want to be heard, understood, validated, and supported. In addition, they want to be inspired and motivated to live the life they deserve. Together we can discover what mental and emotional roadblocks prevent you from finding your "happy" and learn how best to navigate these challenges."

"I am thrilled to be able to offer counseling services to people that live in the West Michigan area. Although, I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with individuals and couples. If you are having difficulty with adjusting to new life circumstances, having relationship issues, or if you are a person that is living with a Mental Illness I am eager to help you work through your situation. Life is too short to face your problems alone and I am always willing to listen and help you work towards a new way to face your life's challenges."

"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."

"Be proud of yourself for taking a huge step forward. You are currently progressing in your first goal to seek out self-improvement through the use of therapy; often a much more difficult task than many anticipate. Allow yourself to feel good about that today; and thank you for trusting me with your vulnerabilities. I am honored that you are willing to share openly with me."

"I specialize in holistic psychotherapy which utilizes traditional and non-traditional therapies with the purpose of integrating mind, body and spirit. Holistic psychotherapy services include traditional talk therapy, and non-traditional therapies including hypnosis, heart-centered hypnotherapy/regression therapy, and guided imagery. Traditional talk therapy is always a component in sessions. In addition, I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Cognitive behavioral therapy for Tourette's Syndrome (CBIT). As a team at Integrated Behavioral Health we offer a wide range of testing and assessment for clients."

"Ambivalence is what we experience when having mixed feelings about something, or someone. Does this describe you? If so, you are in good company. Ambivalence is the reason most people enter into therapy. Many feel torn when it comes to making change, and for good reason. It's hard letting go of familiar relationships or ways of coping- no matter how destructive. If you're yearning to break free of old, harmful ways, but afraid to embrace the uncertainty of change, you do not have to go it alone."

"It's about relationships . . . We're here to provide guidance in building and strengthening relationships between family members, friends, and even, with yourself. Caring and comprehensive counseling services for: Adults, teens and children of all ages, Individual, couples, family and group counseling."

"Stress, crisis, life changes and uncertainty happen to everyone. There are times when our lives may become overwhelming. It is my goal to partner with you to collaboratively work through the issues that you are facing in your life. I strive to provide a comforting, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can come to have someone listen and help you to navigate through these issues. It is through this work that you will discover the inner strengths and skills you already possess. With these strengths and my assistance, our goal will be to work together to create genuine healing, change, and self-empowerment."