"My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and adults, in order for them to process individual difficulties, devise a plan of action, and facilitate emotional health and well-being. My client base includes those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, sexual and physical abuse, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, and family discord. I view myself as a coach to help identify strengths, determine what might be hindering progress, and pave the way for moving forward."

"I am a licensed Clinical Therapist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I have been in the field for over 10 years. I practice Solution Focused Therapy using Person Centered approach. My goal is not to change you but to help facilitate the change that you desire."

"Looking for a nice person to talk to? One who will really listen to you and help you sort out your thoughts? Opening up to a stranger about your life and struggles is hard. I've been there myself. I understand the courage that it takes to decide that you need a change in your life. I enjoy working with clients who have decided enough is enough. Brave people who want better for themselves and are willing to put in the work. I especially enjoy working with people who feel left out, different, and alone. I provide a home-like comfortable environment where you can free to discuss anything you want."

"If your life has been disrupted by anxiety, anger, depression, an addiction or the crisis of a divorce/break-up, job loss, financial difficulty or parenting challenge, know that you are not alone and that counseling can help you - heal; conquer any type of challenge; establish a workable life plan; repair relationships; renew your faith; and restore your emotional health. If your child is struggling with a behavior problem, ADHD, a learning difficulty or worrisome levels of stress and anxiety, counseling can help them gain self-control, alter disruptive behavior, use effective coping skills and restore their self-confidence."

"With over twenty years of experience, I successfully help individuals of all ages, couples and families overcome many difficulties in life and clinical disorders. Utilizing a supportive cognitive-behavioral method, I help individuals reach their personal goals in a timely manner. Support, encouragement, and effective interventions are used to bring about positive change."

"Do you struggle with anxious thoughts? Have you experienced harm in your past? Are you or others getting in the way of you living your best life? You are not alone. I am here to listen and to give you the tools that you need for positive change."

"I value meeting clients' needs by starting therapy where they are comfortable, and forming a supportive relationship.We all have strengths; these help me to offer suggestions, education, and healthy perspectives to assist you in reaching your own personal goals. Holistic and client centered care helps me to encourage clients to try new skills, develop new habits, and see new perspectives. My ideal client is someone who is open to feedback and ready to create changes in life. I strongly believe that you are the expert of your life. I get to come along side and help you walk a different path."

"I believe in the unique potential within each and every one of us, and it is this belief that drives me to help those in need. My passion and compassion, along with almost 14 years of experience, help me provide clients with tools, guidance, and support needed to journey towards healing, self-exploration, and resolution. I am known to work on many of the more difficult cases in the Grand Rapids area, and recognized by the school, legal and healthcare communities as being a leading provider of group and counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families."

"I believe people are relational-beings, meaning, we develop and live our lives in relationships with others. When these relationships become distressed, it can lead to a multitude of feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and an overall feeling of uneasiness. These are the times when a person may need some guidance and help accessing their personal resources to find more balance in those relationships and in life in general."

"I am a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) who strives to provide effective evidenced based treatments to individuals and family's struggling with anxiety disorders (specifically Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and trauma (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). I view treatment as a collaborative team effort. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment."

"Expressing personal aspects of your life can be a difficult task. Seeking help is an admirable step in self care and I strongly believe the process should be one of ease and comfort. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to promote self discovery, healing, and growth that is specific to each individuals needs or goals. I further will work alongside you to create new solutions to your problems, reach your goals, and learn new skills for managing your life. Becoming the best version of you takes work and I am here to help you along that journey."

"Melanie Hogeterp LMSW is a clinical social worker serving children, teens, and families who are in distress. Her mission is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for her clients to disarm defenses, practice new skills, increase emotional literacy, and build competencies. She works with individuals and families to process traumas and reduce distress and with parents to add to their toolbox of parenting skills. Melanie's approach to treatment is based in attachment theory and she employs a variety of practice techniques as they apply to the needs of her clients. These approaches include: CBT, EMDR, Play Therapy, Theraplay, Art Therapy and Somatic therapy modalities."

"I'm so glad that you've reached out for help. No matter what you are going through, know that I am here to listen, support and help you figure it out. Every day is a new opportunity to start over again! I work closely with my clients to explore any underlying unhelpful thoughts that lead to difficulties, and to challenge and change these thoughts so you can start to feel better and begin living again. I truly love being a therapist, helping and connecting with others. I look forward to working with you!"

"I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I have helped couples deal with communication conflict and infidelity. It is my desire to meet you where you're at. We will work together to figure out the best avenues to achieve the goals that you have. I have a very relaxed personality, which helps most clients feel at ease when talking with me."

"I enjoy working with clients to gain insight into the challenges they face and to develop a plan to overcome them. Because everyone comes to therapy with unique issues and values, I use an individualized approach to meet your specific needs, incorporating research-based techniques that draw from mindfulness-based therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and motivational interviewing. Providing compassion, support, and feedback, I create a safe and caring environment that promotes growth, healing, and empowerment. I enjoy helping clients discover their existing strengths, find hope for the future, and overcome difficulties to achieve their goals."

"My goal is to work together in a collaborative, non-judgmental and client centered manner. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, self worth/self esteem problems, addiction, or have difficulty managing your relationships, I can work with you to identify healthy ways in which to cope and better manage your emotions. Together we can also identify ways to help you with making healthy lifestyle changes both emotionally and physically. I encourage a holistic (mind, body, spirit) approach to treatment. As you become more aware of your strengths you become more confident in yourself and your abilities."

"I have several years of experience working with adolescents and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder (also many other mental health conditions not listed). I also have experience in substance use disorders and addiction. I am interested in continuing to work with individuals in these areas, as well as develop my more recent work with LGBTQ youth and their families to learn acceptance and reduce the risks associated with the social rejection these families experience."

"I love to work with families and couples and enjoy teaching skills and and building on strengths. I believe that when you know better, you do better, and I enjoy helping people achieve a greater sense of awareness. I believe people are a product of the systems of which we are a part and that the interaction between individuals and our surroundings shapes us as people."

"Discover the benefits of working with an experienced,doctoral level therapist. I consider both empathy and solid clinical knowledge important in establishing an effective therapeutic relationship. An astute listener who is familiar with many models of therapy, I work collaboratively to formulate individually tailored treatment plans.To learn more about me, visit my web site at www.drbethreimel.com"